What Koko does

KOKO is an independently operated, historic live music venue and cultural hub based in Camden, London, operating continuously in various forms since 1901. The venue runs a 150-show-plus annual calendar spanning mainstream concerts, dedicated electronic music programming under the KOKO Electronic sub-brand, intimate jazz at Ellen's, daytime disco events (Guilty Pleasures), and curated cultural programming. Audience segments are consumer-facing and primarily horizontal, targeting adults aged 19+ across indie, electronic, jazz, hip-hop, rock, and world music genres.

The venue's product surface extends well beyond live performance. F&B operations span Cafe KOKO (pizza and cocktails), Don KOKO (Friday late-night pizzas and cocktails), and multi-bar service throughout the building. The House of KOKO is a recurring membership program bundling complimentary access to 150+ live shows from a private balcony, after-parties, artist talks, and supper clubs with performing artists. Merchandise is sold through a proprietary e-commerce storefront (KOKO Shop), including the Still Independent 125th anniversary apparel line and limited-edition art prints. A separate KOKO Foundation supports young people in the arts.

KOKO generates revenue across five streams: ticket sales (distributed via SeeTickets and Dice), on-site F&B, merchandise, House of KOKO membership subscriptions, and private venue hire for corporate events. Operations are supported by a portfolio of beverage and lifestyle brand sponsorships (Miraval, Moët & Chandon, Johnnie Walker, Casamigos, Asahi, Grolsch, IQOS, Ray-Ban). Distribution is omnichannel: third-party ticketing platforms for ticket discovery, proprietary e-commerce for merchandise, an on-site box office, and the @kokoculture YouTube channel for livestreamed performances. The company is privately held with no disclosed parent, institutional investors, or external funding rounds.

Name

Koko

Legal name

KOKO

Website

https://koko.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1901

Operating status

Operating

Short description

KOKO is an independent, historic London music venue in Camden operating since 1901. It runs 150-plus live shows annually across mainstream, electronic, and jazz programming, supported by F&B, membership subscriptions, merchandise, and private venue hire.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Live Music Venue

NAICS

Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (71131), Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries (711), Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (71)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810), Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Live Music Clubs & Venues (MPAGAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Concert Halls & Music Venue Operations (Symphony Halls, Recital Venues) (MPAGALAC), Live Music Venues & Concert Bars (THAFAEAD), Event Operations & Venue Services (Box Office, FOH/BOH, Concessions) (MPAIAFAL), Live Music Bars & Venues (CRANACAH), Concerts & Music Festivals (THAJAFAA)

Keywords

• Live music venue
• Concert events
• Members club
• Live entertainment
• Music venue hire

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Ticket Sales: Primary revenue stream from ticket sales for live events, concerts, electronic nights, jazz club performances, and special events. Tickets are sold through third-party platforms including SeeTickets and Dice.
2. Food and Beverage: On-site food and beverage sales including Cafe KOKO (pizza and cocktails), bars throughout the venue, and Don KOKO (Friday evening food offering).
3. Merchandise: Sale of branded merchandise including apparel (t-shirts, long-sleeve tops, tote bags) and limited edition art prints through the KOKO online shop.
4. Membership Subscriptions: The House of KOKO membership offering complimentary access to live shows from a private balcony, exclusive after-parties, talks, and supper clubs with performing artists.
5. Venue Hire: Private event hire of the venue for corporate events, parties, and special occasions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

KOKO is a historic live music venue in Camden, London, that hosts concerts, electronic music nights, and jazz performances, alongside a members' club, on-site dining, and branded merchandise retail. Revenue is generated from ticket sales, food and beverage, membership subscriptions, merchandise, and private venue hire for events.

Product overview

KOKO is a historic London music venue (operating since 1901) offering live music events across multiple formats: mainstream concerts under the KOKO brand, dedicated electronic music nights via KOKO Electronic, and intimate jazz performances at Ellen's. The venue operates a membership program called The House of KOKO providing exclusive backstage access, private balcony viewing, and artist meet-and-greets. Additional offerings include Cafe KOKO serving food, Supper Clubs with guest chefs, and a merchandise shop selling anniversary apparel and art prints. The venue also offers private hire for events.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• KOKO Electronic: Electronic music nights featuring underground to mainstream DJs
• The House of KOKO
• Ellen’s
• Cafe KOKO
• KOKO Foundation
• Don KOKO
• KOKO Jazz Club
• Guilty Pleasures

Products and services

• The House of KOKO Subscription-based membership programme giving members complimentary access to live shows from a private balcony, exclusive after-parties, artist talks, and supper clubs with performing artists at the KOKO venue.
• KOKO Electronic Dedicated electronic music nights programme at KOKO featuring underground and mainstream DJs, with late-night sessions continuing the venue's electronic music heritage.
• Ellen's A late-night jazz club hidden backstage at the KOKO venue, offering secret live jazz performances in an intimate setting.
• Cafe KOKO On-site cafe at the KOKO venue serving pizza and cocktails, promoted as offering 'the best pizza in London'.
• Supper Clubs Curated dining experiences at KOKO featuring guest chefs and shared tables backstage, offered exclusively to House of KOKO members.
• KOKO Shop Online shop selling KOKO branded merchandise including the 'Still Independent' 125th anniversary apparel collection (t-shirts, long-sleeve tops, tote bags) and limited edition art prints.
• Venue Hire Private venue hire service at KOKO for corporate events, parties, brand activations, and special occasions, with bookings handled via a dedicated hire platform and VIP/Areas bookings team.

Quantifiable outcome

• 150+ live shows annually accessible to members

Named customers10 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• MiravalminorOthersMiraval is listed as a partner brand on KOKO's website. Miraval is a Provence rosé wine brand from the Perrin family. The partnership appears to involve brand integration or sponsorship at KOKO events and venues.
• Moët & ChandonminorOthersMoët is listed as a partner brand on KOKO's website, indicating a brand partnership or sponsorship arrangement for events at the venue.
• Johnnie WalkerminorOthersJohnnie Walker is listed as a partner brand on KOKO's website, suggesting a spirits brand partnership or sponsorship arrangement.
• IQOSminorOthersIQOS (heated tobacco product by Philip Morris International) is listed as a partner brand on KOKO's website.
• Ray-BanminorOthersRay-Ban is listed as a partner brand on KOKO's website, suggesting an eyewear brand partnership or sponsorship arrangement.
• Casamigos TequilaminorOthersCasamigos Tequila is listed as a partner brand on KOKO's website. Founded by Rande Gerber, the tequila brand is co-owned by George Clooney. Partnership involves brand presence at KOKO events.
• AsahiminorOthersAsahi Super Dry is listed as a partner brand on KOKO's website, indicating a beer brand sponsorship arrangement.
• GrolschminorOthersGrolsch is listed as a partner brand on KOKO's website, indicating a beer brand sponsorship arrangement.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Roundhouse: Iconic London live-music and performing-arts venue in Camden with comparable capacity (1,700-3,300) and similar mid-size concert programming. Direct geographic and category competitor, though operated as a charity rather than commercial entity.
• Eventim Apollo: 5,000-capacity West London concert venue operated by AEG/Eventim. Competes for the same touring artist pool at slightly larger scale; highly relevant comparison for ticketed concert economics.
• Electric Brixton: South London live-music venue with ~1,500-1,800 capacity hosting concerts, club nights, and electronic events. Directly comparable scale, multi-format programming, and ticketed-event business model.
• O2 Academy Brixton: 5,000-capacity historic South London music venue operated by Academy Music Group. Direct competitor for mid-to-large touring acts within the London market and the most prominent concert venue of comparable heritage.
• Ministry of Sound: London nightclub and live-music complex with a strong electronic-music identity and late-night license. Overlaps directly with KOKO Electronic programming and late-night F&B/bar economics.
• Fabric London: Iconic London electronic-music nightclub in Farringdon. Directly comparable electronic-music programming and late-night venue economics, though KOKO's electronic offering is newer.
• Shepherd's Bush Empire: 2,000-capacity London concert venue also operated within the AEG/Academy Music Group portfolio. Direct competitor for mid-size touring rock, indie, and pop acts.

Broad incumbents

• Live Nation Entertainment: Global live-entertainment giant operating venues, promoting tours, and selling tickets worldwide. Relevant incumbent comparison for venue economics, artist-fee dynamics, and ticketing partnerships (Live Nation owns Dice, a KOKO ticketing partner).
• AEG Presents: Global venue operator and concert promoter that operates Eventim Apollo and Shepherd's Bush Empire. Highly relevant incumbent comparison for London venue economics and tour routing decisions.

Emerging players

• Village Underground: Shoreditch-based London live-music and creative venue with comparable capacity (~800-1,000) and similar indie/electronic programming. Smaller scale but overlapping artist pool and customer demographic.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@kokoculture
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/koko-london

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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