TBA, often referred to simply as "TBA - Secret North
London Location," is one of the United Kingdom's most enigmatic and talked-about nightclub venues. Founded in the mid-2010s, the venue quickly forged a unique reputation by embracing secrecy as its allure, seldom revealing its actual address to the general public except to ticket holders shortly before events. Initially, TBA began as a pop-up series within disused warehouses and industrial spaces around North
London, thriving on the underground scene's passion for clandestine, immersive experiences.
Over time, the venue found its semi-permanent fix in a converted warehouse near Tottenham, but
still holds a certain fluidity, with occasional returns to its roots as a roaming party operator. Through carefully curated nights focusing on cutting-edge electronic music and boundary-pushing visual installations, TBA has become a crucible for
London's ever-evolving nightlife and counterculture, providing a vital space for both established and emerging talent. The venue is highly regarded within the clubbing community for its devotion to progressive values—championing diversity, inclusivity, and creative risk-taking—and its intensely loyal following.
Its anonymity and the air of exclusivity have only contributed to its
mystique, with each event designed to make attendees feel like insiders at a secret gathering. Over its lifespan, TBA has adapted to changing licensing rules, gentrification pressures, and the logistics of running safe, large-scale unlicensed parties. Its aesthetic has subtly
shifted with each location—from industrial minimalism to warmer, artist-driven environments—yet the core spirit of surprise, discovery, and freedom remains unchanged, securing its place as an iconic fixture within North
London’s underground scene.
Notable artists who have performed at TBA include international heavyweights such as
Helena Hauff,
Ben UFO,
Objekt, and
Midland, alongside local
London legends like
Shanti Celeste,
Moxie,
Call Super,
Josey Rebelle,
Peach, and
Or:la. The venue has also provided a platform for emerging talents and collectives such as Rhythm Sister, Kindred, and Just Shake, further cementing its role as a launchpad for the next generation of club culture innovators.