Contrary to contemporary yarns, there are still pubs and bars that host live music in Sydney. Many of them have successfully lashed back at the encroaching frontline of pokie machines. 

We’re all for it. So Time Out Sydney’s writers – including pub-frother and Editor Alice Ellis, and resident booze-lover and Editor Avril Treasure, have rounded up a list of our fave bars and pubs that host live bands.

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Hate the ding-ding of pokie machines? Here’s a list of Sydney pubs without pokies.

More into dancing to a DJ? Check our guide to the best clubs in Sydney.