About Us
Welcome to Ain’t Nothin’ But – the esteemed "home of the blues" nestled in the heart of London. Since 1993, we've proudly stood as an independent grassroots music venue, dedicated solely to live music and the blues genre.
At Ain’t Nothin’ But, we've cultivated more than just a venue– we've nurtured a thriving community of musicians and dedicated regulars. On any given week, you'll find as many as 50 professional musicians gracing our stage, with more than double that including the players in our blues jams. Our doors welcome a truly diverse audience from all corners of the globe.
“Ain’t Nothin’ But was fundamental in my career. It’s where I truly cut my teeth and it stays with me to this day. Not just playing but also being inspired by incredible talents such as James Hunter, Big Joe Louis & Little George Sueref. I learned a lot!”
We don’t take bookings or run a guest list. Please arrive early to secure the best spot. At peak times a queue may form but it typically moves quickly with turnover between sets.
Free entry is available every day, with a cover charge later in the evening (currently after 9pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays and after 8:30pm Fridays and Saturdays – subject to change). We are an over 18s venue.
the blues
Every night of the week, our stage comes alive. With multiple acts a day and legendary jam sessions, Ain’t Nothin’ But hosts one of the most vibrant and intensively used stages in the country. Thanks to our central Soho location and late licence, the music runs deep into the night.
Weekdays usually kick off with an acoustic set at 6:30pm (plus an extra slot at 4pm on Thursdays and Fridays), followed by the main band at 9pm. Weekends start earlier and finish later — check our listings for details.
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