I've brought a monthly rock and heavy metal night to a Sunderland bar
Get ready to rock as a new monthly music night takes off at a city centre bar.
Grindhouse started life in Newcastle more than 10 years where it’s become a popular event.
Now, spotting a gap in the market for more dedicated rock and heavy metal nights, organiser Warren Speed has brought the brand to Sunderland.
The night is now held monthly at SpaceBar in Waterloo Place, with the next event taking place on Friday, February 27.
“It started at Reds in Northumbria University where it ran for 10 years and it was really popular,” said Warren. “I’d often thought about bringing the night to Sunderland but never found the right venue before.
“This next one will be our fourth one at SpaceBar and it’s going really well. It’s held upstairs, which is a great space for people to come and listen to rock and heavy metal, socialise, there’s food and drink at the bar and they can also play on the arcades.”
SpaceBar opened in the former Spot White snooker hall in 2024 and is the city’s only dedicated gaming and cocktail bar, with a host of retro arcade games, games memorabilia and more.
The next Grindhouse will take place on a Friday, February 27, but usually takes place on the last Saturday of the month.
Future Saturday dates are: March 21, April 25 and May 23.
The event runs from 8pm and 2pm and admission is £5 on the door.