http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/club/1u42p8g/brixton-academy <b>Brixton Academy</b><br />London, 211 Stockwell Road, SW9 9SL, United Kingdom en http://trustedplaces.com/uploads/placepics/trustedplaces.comaPlacePic['name']}.140.jpg http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/club/1u42p8g/brixton-academy http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/club/1u42p8g/brixton-academy/1r1es8
Review by bee_girl

Rating: 3.00
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Firstly, the area is horrible so watch out and be careful if coming home late afterwards.

The venue though is pretty cool, it's nicely decorated inside and has a pretty nice feel to it. Went there on a club night so the whole venue was pretty packed throughout, the building can get a bit confusing so you might lose your friends a while if you're anything like me! Cloakroom if I remember right was normal price. Drinks are expensive but what do you expect from a carling venue?

I'd love to go back again....if only to see the Pogues at Christmas!]]> Thu, 28 Aug 2008 13:36:31 +0000 /review/uk/london/club/1u42p8g/brixton-academy/1r1es8688909152 bee_girl 51.465063083163 -0.11552847533544 http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/club/1u42p8g/brixton-academy/190cc7
Review by peachyspoony

Rating: 4.00
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The Brixton Academy was suited for the type of gig I went to see. It was Lemon Jelly on the night before their last tour ended and it was brilliant. The huge dome roofed area was filled with people but there were no problems that would escalate into injuries or the like. People were having a great time and their was plenty of room to dance and move about making crazy sorts of shapes. The stage was also big, allowing for the Jelly folks to have several instruments as well as plenty of room for movement. The only real draw back is that it is sponsored by Carling and so that is the only lager you are likely to be able to but there.]]> Sat, 23 Aug 2008 11:12:32 +0000 /review/uk/london/club/1u42p8g/brixton-academy/190cc7252862100 peachyspoony 51.465063083163 -0.11552847533544 http://trustedplaces.com/review/uk/london/club/1u42p8g/brixton-academy/1g3br7
Review by sophiestar

Rating: 3.00
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I went here recently to see The Hives play. At first it was good, we stood right at the front, got talking to lots of nice people. The support act came on and it was a really nice atmosphere. However, as soon as the Hives came on it suddenly got manic down at the front (mosh pit style).
Now, this would've been ok and I would've fought my way out, but it was impossible. I also faint very easily in crowded situations, which inevitably happened as I had been stuck in the middle of a fight for several minutes. Due to the nature of the 'pit' no one noticed and there was no visible security to help me get out. It was a nightmare, so just bare that in mind if you decide to go here!]]> Fri, 22 Aug 2008 13:45:57 +0000 /review/uk/london/club/1u42p8g/brixton-academy/1g3br7404929552 sophiestar 51.465063083163 -0.11552847533544