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Music and Concerts

There is good reason Seattle is called a City of Music.

While Seattle is well known as the birthplace of grunge, we’re also home to more traditional musical delights, such as one of the world’s most recorded symphony orchestras and our renowned Seattle Opera, both of which enchant audiences year after year with their compelling performances. This “City of Music” offers more than eighty clubs and venues presenting live music on a regular basis, allowing you to choose anything from a sizzling jazz trio to your new favorite rock band. Whatever your taste, Seattle will set the stage for you.

Find many of our top music venues here.

Seattle’s music venues offer something for everyone.

Our city’s music scene is second to none, and every night of the week you’re certain to find something interesting. No matter your interest—rock, hip hop, jazz, grunge, symphonic, and more—there’s something for you! Learn More >>

Shania Shepherd Cloudbreak Performance

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Upcoming Music Events

NeuroPsychosis

5/17/2025

Neuropsychosis headlines at The Funhouse.

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Wayne Hancock IV

6/7/2025

Wayne Hancock takes the stage with IV and the Strange Band and Redneck Girlfriend at Slim’s Last Chance.

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Los Shadows

5/24/2025

Enjoy an evening of live music with Los Shadows, Bantangas!, plus Pleasure Island, at The Funhouse.

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Brand New

5/30/2025

Brand New will kick off their new tour at WAMU Theater.

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Blood Club

5/22/2025

Blood Club hits the stage with Obskuros, Twin Ion Engine, Ex Lover, plus DJ Keypr at the Funhouse.

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Isabel LaRosa

5/19/2025

Isabel LaRosa will take her tour to Seattle for a stop at Neumos.

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Snowday

5/22/2025

Enjoy an evening of live music with Snowday and Waglo at The Sunset Tavern.

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Sleigh Bells

5/19/2025

Sleigh Bells and special guest Sophie Hunter will perform live at The Neptune Theatre.

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2025 Creation Lab Performances

6/13/2025 through 6/15/2025

These performances will feature four new 20-minute works by composer and librettist teams as the culmination of their …

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