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Le Phonographique (Closed 2005) - goth & post-punk History in Leeds | Rock Bar Legends

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Le Phonographique

Leeds, United Kingdom

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ABOUT

SIGNIFICANCE

UK's first goth club. Sisters of Mercy and The Mission were regulars. Pioneered Leeds' goth-rock scene.

MUSIC & CHARACTER

MUSIC POLICY

GENRES

goth post-punk alternative

QUICK FACTS

ADDRESSMerrion Centre basement, Leeds

YEARS ACTIVE1979 - 2005

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