October brings a brilliantly eclectic soundtrack to London – from indie favourites to feminist punk, Korean gaming scores and Indian classical music.
Courtney Barnett – O2 Forum Kentish Town, 20 & 21 October
Our favourite, naturally. Expect Barnett’s wry storytelling, effortless guitar work and wonderfully low-key stage presence. More info
Cake – Roundhouse, 1 October
Alternative rock, trumpet, funk and country collide when the Sacramento favourites bring their unmistakable sound to Camden. More info
Caroline Shaw – Barbican, 1–30 October
A month-long celebration of one of contemporary music’s most adventurous composers, moving between classical, electronic and experimental sounds. More info
Korean Games in Concert – Southbank Centre, 11 October
Videogame soundtracks get a traditional Korean makeover, performed on instruments including the daegeum and haegeum. More info
God Save the Queens – Electric Brixton, 16 October
A celebration of feminist punk featuring musicians connected with The Raincoats, The Slits and X-Ray Spex. More info
Darbar Festival – Barbican, 24 October – 1 November
A deep dive into Indian classical music, with performances, talks and cultural events across the festival. More info
BBC Symphony Orchestra & Randall Goosby – Barbican, 30 October
Samuel Barber’s Violin Concerto meets the London premiere of Caroline Shaw’s ambitious The Listeners. More info
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