Founded in 1985 by John Berry and Martin Price of 808 State, Eastern Bloc is one of the UK’s most influential record shops and a vital hub for the city’s underground music scene. Over the years, it’s been a key spot for DJs, collectors, and producers, with countless iconic faces behind the counter and digging in the crates. More recently, Eastern Bloc has evolved into a fully licensed music venue, complete with a new sound system and a tight-knit atmosphere. Open late from Thursday to Saturday, the space now hosts resident DJs, label takeovers, and one-off parties that blur the line between record shop and club.