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  • THE DINNER PARTY: ALBUM LAUNCH (JAZZ)
    THE DINNER PARTY: ALBUM LAUNCH (JAZZ)
    4 days to the event
    09 Apr 2026, 20:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    09 Apr 2026, 20:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    Broken Dream CD  launch. Available on FMR Records.
  • Paul Westwood & Paul Clarvis, featuring John & DJ Dan
    Paul Westwood & Paul Clarvis, featuring John & DJ Dan
    5 days to the event
    10 Apr 2026, 20:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    10 Apr 2026, 20:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    The group have taken inspiration from events happening in the world past and present by developing a new, challenging and fiery repertoire called “Joys of Spring”.
  • THE STATE PENSION
    THE STATE PENSION
    6 days to the event
    11 Apr 2026, 20:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    11 Apr 2026, 20:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    We are the State Pension. Three blokes in their early 60s and one in his late 20s, none of whom is getting the state pension.
  • PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    7 days to the event
    12 Apr 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    12 Apr 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    Phil Nice has been a Master of 'Quiz' for several decades, so if you want a Quiz with interesting questions, answers, chocolates and a little fun and nonsense, look no further.
  • Underwater Presents #5: LINE-UP TBC
    Underwater Presents #5: LINE-UP TBC
    12 days to the event
    17 Apr 2026, 20:00 – 22:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    17 Apr 2026, 20:00 – 22:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    A intimate live music series in South East London. Underwater presents hidden sounds shaped by texture, memory, and space. Music that listens as much as it plays.
  • BARK PRESENTS: Phil Maguire / Oli McCracken / Kitty Perrin
    BARK PRESENTS: Phil Maguire / Oli McCracken / Kitty Perrin
    13 days to the event
    18 Apr 2026, 19:30 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    18 Apr 2026, 19:30 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    BARK continues to bring the most exciting up and coming alternative artists and bands to The Old Library at Music Room London.
  • SUNDAY JAZZ @ THE OLD LIBRARY - TIM RICHARDS TRIO - FREE ENTRY
    SUNDAY JAZZ @ THE OLD LIBRARY - TIM RICHARDS TRIO - FREE ENTRY
    Multiple Dates
    14 days to the event
    19 Apr 2026, 17:00 – 19:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    19 Apr 2026, 17:00 – 19:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    One of our most popular jazz offerings, pianist Tim Richards brings his fantastic trio to the Old Library Bar. Open from 1pm, live jazz @ 5PM. Tim Richards – piano Alex Keen – double bass Daniel Howard – drums
  • SPEYER'S SPACE TRIO - LIVE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR - FREE ENTRY
    SPEYER'S SPACE TRIO - LIVE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR - FREE ENTRY
    19 days to the event
    24 Apr 2026, 20:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    24 Apr 2026, 20:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    Featuring members of his longstanding quintet Inner Space, Loz Speyer’s SPACE TRIO play some free flowing Jazz compositions by the likes of Ornette Coleman, Dave Holland, Johnny Dyani…
  • THE IMPERFEKTIONIST (PLUNDERFONIKS / FELONIOUS PUNK)
    THE IMPERFEKTIONIST (PLUNDERFONIKS / FELONIOUS PUNK)
    21 days to the event
    26 Apr 2026, 17:00 – 19:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    26 Apr 2026, 17:00 – 19:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    The Imperfektionist returns to the Old Library to promote the new ‘Felonious Punk’ LP with another swagbag full of plunderfoniks and stealworks.
  • BARK PRESENTS: Mica Bernard / Izzy Jules
    BARK PRESENTS: Mica Bernard / Izzy Jules
    27 days to the event
    02 May 2026, 19:30 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    02 May 2026, 19:30 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    BARK continues to bring the most exciting up and coming alternative artists and bands to The Old Library at Music Room London.
  • PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    Multiple Dates
    28 days to the event
    03 May 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    03 May 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    Phil Nice has been a Master of 'Quiz' for several decades, so if you want a Quiz with interesting questions, answers, chocolates and a little fun and nonsense, look no further.
  • A Dunce Social #1: Sparky Deathcap & Long Neck & Joe Hearty
    A Dunce Social #1: Sparky Deathcap & Long Neck & Joe Hearty
    33 days to the event
    08 May 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    08 May 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    A Dunce Social #1 featuring Sparky Deathcap, Long Neck & Joe Hearty
  • BARK PRESENTS: Asher Mohr / Lim Orion
    BARK PRESENTS: Asher Mohr / Lim Orion
    34 days to the event
    09 May 2026, 19:30 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    09 May 2026, 19:30 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    BARK continues to bring the most exciting up and coming alternative artists and bands to The Old Library at Music Room London.
  • Our Violet Room, PHIE & Holly Fitz
    Our Violet Room, PHIE & Holly Fitz
    39 days to the event
    14 May 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    14 May 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    A very special evening of live music forming part of american artists Our Violet Room and PHIE's UK Tour, with support from Holly Fitz.
  • THE MAYANS ELECTRIO (JAZZ / FUNK / LATIN / SOUL)
    THE MAYANS ELECTRIO (JAZZ / FUNK / LATIN / SOUL)
    40 days to the event
    15 May 2026, 20:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    15 May 2026, 20:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    The Mayans Electrio are an instrumental combo, preaching jazz/funk, Latin/Soul. They play tight melodic grooves with an earthy vibe and dig deep into funky and fusion.
  • SUNDAY JAZZ @ THE OLD LIBRARY - TIM RICHARDS TRIO - FREE ENTRY
    SUNDAY JAZZ @ THE OLD LIBRARY - TIM RICHARDS TRIO - FREE ENTRY
    Multiple Dates
    42 days to the event
    17 May 2026, 17:00 – 19:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    17 May 2026, 17:00 – 19:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    One of our most popular jazz offerings, pianist Tim Richards brings his fantastic trio to the Old Library Bar. Open from 1pm, live jazz @ 5PM. Tim Richards – piano Alex Keen – double bass Daniel Howard – drums
  • HerOrangeCoat (ALT-FOLK)
    HerOrangeCoat (ALT-FOLK)
    47 days to the event
    22 May 2026, 20:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    22 May 2026, 20:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    We are delighted to welcome back the wonderful HerOrangeCoat for an evening of intimate alt-folk songs.
  • Andy Smythe & Barry Ewing (Folk)
    Andy Smythe & Barry Ewing (Folk)
    68 days to the event
    12 Jun 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    12 Jun 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    For the evening’s entertainment, they will perform separately but also will unite for some duets! Not to be missed, two stunning voices and very unique performers!
  • PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    Multiple Dates
    70 days to the event
    14 Jun 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    14 Jun 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    Phil Nice has been a Master of 'Quiz' for several decades, so if you want a Quiz with interesting questions, answers, chocolates and a little fun and nonsense, look no further.
  • BARK PRESENTS: Carsick Charlie (Studio 1)
    BARK PRESENTS: Carsick Charlie (Studio 1)
    76 days to the event
    20 Jun 2026, 19:30 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    20 Jun 2026, 19:30 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    BARK continues to bring the most exciting up and coming alternative artists and bands to The Old Library at Music Room London.

THE OLD LIBRARY

BAR & VENUE

Music Room Live is a brand new venture in New Cross Gate, based at The Old Library Bar & Venue, 116-118 New Cross Road, SE14.

 

In our unique character bar and performance area, we will be shortly hosting socially distanced performances from a wide range of artists and musicians. We have various different performance areas on site and also will be live streaming events and gigs. We aim to enhance the incredible diversity and energy of New Cross Gate, promoting a diverse mix of artists.

 

Our venue has been lovingly restored to provide an amazing environment for performers and audiences alike. We have a new bar area serving local beers, ales and wine, with safety being a priority. We want everyone in the local community and beyond to be part of our celebration of arts and creativity.

WHAT'S ON

PAST EVENTS @ THE OLD LIBRARY

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