L Devine’s favourite music venues

Born in Whitley Bay, singer and songwriter L Devine has released four EPs and cowritten songs for the likes of Rudimental and Icona Pop.

CITY HALL

This is right in the centre of town and it’s probably my favourite venue in Newcastle. My dad went to his first ever concert there — T-Rex in the

1970s — and I played there when I was 17, so it’s really close to my heart. academymusicgroup.com/o2cityhallnewcastle

THREE TANNERS BANK

Before it was open to the public, I used this as a rehearsal space. It’s been an art studio and a gallery and it recently opened as a bar and music venue. It does free showcases every Sunday with local musicians. facebook.com/threetannersbank

TYNE BAR

This bar reminds me of summer. There’s an outdoor stage, and it’s just class — I’ve got memories of people climbing up on the scaffolding by the side of the stage and jumping off into the crowd. thetyne.com