TAM Open Mic Wednesday hosted by guitar extraordinaire Patrick Hinds

Step into TAM – The Temple of Art and Music, a vibrant hub for grassroots creativity and live performance. Whether you're a seasoned artist or stepping up to the mic for the first time, TAM’s Open Mic Wednesday is your chance to shine in front of a warm, welcoming crowd.

Not a performer? No problem! Come down, grab a drink, and support the rising stars of your local music scene.

• Showcase Your Talent: A welcoming stage to perform in front of a live audience.
• Professional Setup: Access to free standard backline equipment
• All Genres Welcome: Share your unique style - be it jazz, rock, blues, spoken words or beyond!
• Connect and Network: Bring your friends, meet fellow performers, and become part of a thriving creative community.
• Grassroots Music Support: Help keep independent venues alive and buzzing.

Based in London, Patrick Hinds is an award-winning fingerstyle and harp-guitarist known for his soulful solo performances and viral success — including over 20 million views on TikTok for his unique take on “Wicked Game.”

With a PhD in Music and Philosophy and over 15 years of performing and teaching experience, Patrick blends intricate techniques like finger-tapping, body percussion, and harmonics to create full-band sounds from just one guitar. His influences include Andy McKee, Mike Dawes, and John Butler.

Whether he's lighting up a concert stage or hosting an open mic, Patrick brings warmth, creativity, and serious musical chops — making every night one to remember.

• Food is available from the amazing independent traders at Mercato Metropolitano, right outside our door. Come early, eat well, and settle in for the night.
• Drinks are served exclusively from the TAM Bar inside the venue.
  Every pint, cocktail, or glass of wine helps pay our musicians, engineers, staff, and keep this creative space alive.

⚠️ No outside drinks, please!
Drinks brought in from elsewhere will incur a £5 charge per drink — not as a penalty, but to keep things fair and help us keep the lights on.

When you buy from the TAM bar, you're not just getting a drink — you're supporting live music and independent arts.

• 🗓 When: Generally the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month (dates may vary — check our schedule)
• ⏰ Time: Doors open at 6:00 PM | Music starts at 7:00 PM
• 🎟 Admission: Free! (Please support the bar to keep this event running)
• 🚫 Outside Drinks: £5 charge per drink
• 📝 Performer Sign-Up: On arrival — first come, first served

🚫 Important Notes

Flexibility: Running times are subject to change due to the nature of live performances. Stay tuned for updates.

Drinks: To support our independent venue and the artists, kindly purchase drinks exclusively from the TAM Bar. Your contribution fuels our mission to create a brighter future for musicians. Thank you for your continued support.

Supporter Tickets: Although most of our events are free to enter, and we try to keep live music as accessible as possible, we are faced with numerous challenges as an independent live music venue. As a result, we kindly ask you to consider purchasing a Supporter Ticket when attending our events. By doing so, you can be confident that you are helping to support TAM as a venue, as well as the incredible artists you see on stage every single day! Your support is greatly appreciated.

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Temple of Art and Music (TAM) @ Mercato Metropolitano, 42 Newington Causeway, London, United Kingdom

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