aaamusic | On 25, Nov 2010

The Luminaire, one of London’s most popular independent music venues, is set to close later this year, it’s been announced.

The Queen’s Head, which is directly below the venue, will also close its doors on December 31.

“It’s been a labour of love for a while now, and at this point it makes no sense for us to continue,” a statement on The Luminaire’s website said.

The owners extended their “grateful thanks” those who had supported the venue, situated on Kilburn High Road, since its opening in March 2005.

They also added that they hoped to stage some “final farewell shows” in late March 2011.

The decision to close the Luminaire comes amid growing uncertainty over the future of the 100 Club.

Owners of the iconic Central London gig venue have hinted that it may have to close due to spiraling rent costs.