Amsterdam
The definitive Amsterdam blues and jazz venue. Live acts every night from 10pm with serious musicians from across Europe. The bourbon selection backs up the name. Mon-Sun 9pm-3am.
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Former dairy factory turned cultural complex. The smaller bar venue hosts indie and jazz acts most weekday evenings. Main hall for headline shows. Programming spans genres and eras.
The city's most famous music venue in a converted church. Arrive early for the bar. Stay for the music. The acoustics are remarkable. Mix of international and local touring artists.
DJs most nights, live acts on weekends. Programming spans jazz, funk, soul, and electronic. Small stage, intimate crowd. Known for discovering emerging local talent.
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