Style: Blues

Swingin’ Hall was founded in 1995 by the respected Bulgarian musician Hristoslav Galileev “Galio”. It was one of the first live music clubs in Sofia after the fall of Socialism in Bulgaria and it is still open today, remaining on the “Top 3 Venues” list in Bulgaria. Swingin’ Hall survived the Balkan crisis of the ’90s, the financial crisis of 2008, a few criminal attacks and the death of many amazing musicians, who helped the club become what it is today – a place for the passionate lovers of music; a place where one does not come to show off his wealth or arrogance; a place where only true and pure emotions can survive; a place where new music and new love fill the air every day and every night. Throughout the years, a shockingly large number of bands, solo musicians, artists and actors have performed at the venue or have displayed their works there, making Swingin’ Hall’s biography longer and more interesting. Most of these people are now enjoying national and even international success, and one could often hear them mention Swingin’ Hall as an important part of their stories and artist careers.

Today, the venue works every week from Tuesday until Saturday, offering live music performances on each one of these nights. It is comprised of two large halls with a music stage inside each, three bars and a kitchen. There is no predominant genre of music in the club – you may hear anything from smooth jazz to heavy metal or experimental music. Three different generations of visitors keep the venue alive and full, and more and more talented young musicians organize successful gigs there, growing their fan base and, hopefully, getting closer to musical success. For almost 25 years, Swingin’ Hall has proven the meaning of its motto: