About Subside

Subside is the dedicated rock and alternative music bar in the heart of Birmingham. Situated at 57 High St, Digbeth, Birmingham, next door to the coach station and virtually opposite the O2 Institute, Subside is THE destination bar for anybody who likes their music to come with attitude.

Subside features rock and alternative music entertainment along with a whole lot more. Check out the weekly schedule page for more details on what’s happening each and every day of the week. Subside is a FREEHOUSE and has a great selection of lagers, ales, ciders, spirits & soft drinks all at wallet friendly prices to help you enjoy the Subside experience. Also, watch out for our mid-week specials on our Wednesday Student Night with some great offers on selected lines.

Subside has a superb smoking area on our patio, allowing you to catch the suns rays, some fresh air and smoke in peace and comfort without being detached from the bar.
Subside has a selection of great cocktails, shots and pitchers available at incredible bargain prices. Highly recommended!
Subside has two pool tables available every day of the week for you to relax and play with your friends both old and new.
Subside has an amazing 8K sound rig to make sure you hear your favourite tunes in crystal clear quality.

Subside has live bands every Thursday night organised and run by Surprise You’re Dead Music, Birmingham’s fastest growing independent promoters. We also have live shows on occasional Sundays including the ever-popular Slammer events organised by Sound Share and tribute nights roughly once a month on Friday nights. As ever check out our Facebook Business page for upcoming events and shows.
Subside is the only designated rock bar that is owned, operated and managed by Birmingham born rock fans, in touch with you.
Subside was voted THE BEST rock bar/club by readers in the last Kerrang Readers Poll!
Subside hosts after show parties for all major rock/metal/punk gigs in Birmingham at the four big venues (Utilita Arena [NIA], BP Pulse Arena [NEC], O2 Institute & O2 Academy) which can last till the small hours and is the venue where the bands themselves choose to party (see our gallery)!

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