A monthly deep listening session at 12 Bar Music & Social

in collaboration with Alright Mate?

The Listening Club is a new monthly night dedicated to the art of active listening.

Once a month, we gather to listen to a single album, played in full, from start to finish — no interruptions, no background noise, no distractions. The record is announced on the night, creating a shared focal point for the room.

This is not a gig, and not background music. It’s a chance to slow down, log off, and give an album your full attention — together.

Following the listening session, there’s space for gentle conversation, reflection, and discussion for those who wish to stay. No pressure to speak — listening is enough.

The album played will also become our Record of the Month, available in-store after the session.

The Listening Club is presented in partnership with Alright Mate?, a Devon-based arts organisation creating social and creative events that normalise conversations about men’s mental health. alrightmate.org

What to expect

One mystery album, revealed on the night

Played in full on vinyl

Active listening encouraged

Unreserved seating

A calm, respectful environment

Optional conversation afterwards

Details

Monthly · Second Thursday

Doors / start: 7:30pm

Location: 12 Bar Music & Social

Unreserved seating

Pricing (pay what feels right)

£3 / £6 / £9

All tiers offer the same experience — please choose what feels accessible for you.

This session is designed to be welcoming, inclusive, and low-pressure. Come on your own or with others. Stay for the conversation, or simply enjoy the listening.

Description supplied by the event organiser.