TAM Open Mic Wednesday hosted by guitar extraordinaire Patrick Hinds
About this Event
A Stage for Talent, A Night to Remember
Calling all musicians and music lovers!
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.
🌟 Why TAM Open Mic Night?
- 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.
🎵 Meet Your Host – Patrick Hinds 🎵
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.
📅 Event Details
- 🗓 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
- 🚫 Outside Drinks: £5 charge per drink
- 📝 Performer Sign-Up: On arrival - first come, first served
💛 FREE ENTRY — BUT WE'D LOVE YOUR SUPPORT
Tonight is on us. Reserve your free ticket and come dance, sing and have fun.
If you'd like to give something back, there's an optional donation when you book (or on the night). Every pound goes straight into the Temple of Art & Music grassroots movement — free stage time, mentoring, and recording opportunities for young and emerging artists in our closing season and beyond. The venue closes in December 2026, but the music doesn't. Your donation helps carry it forward.
Donate what live music is worth to you. 🦁🦁🦁
ℹ️ NEED TO KNOW
- Sofa seating is unreserved — arrive early to claim yours
- Standing room and standard seating throughout the venue
- All ages welcome; under-18s accompanied by an adult
- Food available for purchase from Mercato Metropolitano traders.
- Drinks exclusively from the Tam bar (this is how we fund the free part).
🎸 Bring your instrument.
🎤 Share your voice.
🎵 Let’s keep the music alive — together.
🚫 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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Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 0.00 to GBP 12.62
