McNasty's

You'll find yourself squashed against the barrier watching some kid from Toxteth absolutely nail a guitar solo that'll stick with you for weeks. The sound system here doesn't mess about – it's built for bands who mean business, whether that's a three-piece from round the corner or a touring act working their way up from toilet venues. The crowd knows what they're about too. These aren't casual punters who've wandered in for a laugh; they're here because someone told them this band is worth sweating through. The room gets proper hot when it's packed, but that's half the point. You'll leave with your ears ringing and someone's number scribbled on your hand.