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Live music in Brooklyn.

The best places to see live music in Brooklyn

When it comes to live music venues in NYC, you can expect a particular kind of atmosphere from those in Manhattan. Radio City Music Hall’s resplendent cushioned seating and Terminal 5’s 3,000-person sprawl have their place, but if you have your sights on the best indie rock bands, DIY vibes and a reasonable sightline to the stage, you might want to check out the best places to see live music in Brooklyn. We’ve collected together our favorite digs, from the best venues to see live hip-hop to the most brutal metal bars in NYC.

The places.