Independent Venues in Brooklyn, NY

A 280-cap Williamsburg venue in a former hot dog factory since 2013. Billie Eilish, SZA, Lorde, and David Byrne all played early sets here. NYT called it a 'Wes Anderson mother ship.' Latin food, a motorized wall, and 7-night programming make this an essential indie stop.

A bar and music space in Crown Heights built by and for people who actually like music, with shows any night of the week. The name tells you everything about the crowd. Friends and Lovers books local favorites and touring acts in a room where the vibe is always warm.

Founded in 2005 by artist and musician Shawn James, this Greenpoint gallery-venue exists to facilitate creativity at the intersection of music, visual art, and community. Artists perform in a space where the art on the walls is as important as the sound from the stage.

A 225-cap Bushwick live room atop The Turk's Inn with live music up to 7 nights a week and a strong calendar of indie, alternative, and experimental acts. One of Bushwick's most consistently programmed rooms, with a loyal audience that genuinely shows up on weeknights.