Paradise Garage

One of the most respected venues on Lisbon's live music circuit, Paradise Garage shares its name with the influential New York City discotheque that operated from 1976 to 1987. Much more than a concert venue, the Portuguese version stages conferences, festivals, presentations and workshops, catering to a mostly 20-something alternative crowd. But it's the music that defines this loud and vibrant space. The sounds revolve around garage, hard glam and indie rock, with a bit of punk blues thrown in for good measure. Local talent have found their voice on stage here, but line-ups also include overseas bands like Anathema and Kissin' Dynamite & Huntress, and mainstream groups providing a softer, more conventional soundtrack.