I'm a big fan of live music, and am lucky enough to be house photographer at a number of venues across London.  Here's a mix of links to some cool sites and venues that I shoot at, plus some others that are great at promoting new bands.

Rockshot, a great live music site:    rockshot.co.uk

Licklist: clubs and bars across the UK Licklist

Musical Pictures :  my best mates site musical pictures.co.uk

KOKO, Camden Town.  A beautiful venue and a great place to see new breaking bands:  www.koko.uk.com

The Garage, Highbury and Islington.  2 venues in one building!  thegaragehighbury.com

The Barfly, Camden : Hidden above a pub the Barfly is one of London's greatest small music venues.  thebarflylondon.com/

The Jazz Cafe: World famous as a venue but don't be fooled...its not all jazz!  thejazzcafelondon.com/