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Your next live music connection
Find your place in the scene.
Live music starts long before the first note. It begins with someone finding a band, choosing a room, sharing a date or deciding to step onto a stage. LL1.LIVE brings together artists, venues and fans across a worldwide live music network. Start with these practical ways to explore the scene around you.
For the fans
Make a night of it.
Planning a night out? Use the live gig guide to search by place, date and distance, then open an event to see its venue and source information. A familiar name can be a good starting point, but leave room for the support act or the small local show you have not heard about yet.
Before travelling, check the organiser’s latest details, including doors, age restrictions, accessibility and ticket arrangements. Listings depend on the information available for each area. Invite a friend, arrive in time for the opening set and give an unfamiliar artist a proper listen.
For artists and bands
Let people hear who you are.
A clear introduction, representative music and accurate upcoming dates help listeners understand your sound. Start your own artist or band page through LL1.LIVE’s guided request. Bring your official website or social profile, location and music links. If you already have a listing, include its link so the team can check it.
Looking for somewhere to try a song? Explore the open-mic guide, which distinguishes confirmed sessions from leads that need checking. Read the available sign-up, equipment and slot details, and contact the organiser when something important is missing. Preparing for the room helps you arrive ready to play.
For the venues
Help people find your stage.
The details that make a venue welcoming are often practical: where it is, what it programmes and how visitors can reach the right booking or ticket source. Clear access information and current event links help people plan their visit before they leave home.
Request a venue page with your official information and explain anything an existing listing needs to correct. Free Basic requests require no card; page ownership is checked and publishing is guided by LL1.LIVE. Keep the description specific to your room, whether it hosts acoustic sessions, grassroots bands or a regular programme of touring artists.