Our Story

At Sofar, we like to ask: who's ever been to a bad gig?

For some, the crowd was too loud or maybe the beer was warm. For others, the sound system wasn't doing the artist justice. Or maybe someone was in the line of view, snapping selfies all night. Whatever the experience, it just wasn't what you hoped or expected. The magic of a live event experience has been lost.

Sofar Sounds was founded to bring back that magic.

In 2009, Rafe Offer invited some friends over to a London flat for a low-key, intimate gig. Eight people gathered in the living room, shared a drink, and sat on the floor, attentively listening to the music. Now, Sofar is a global community for artists and audiences. We come together in unique and welcoming rooms, creating space where music matters.

In 2021, Seated became a Sofar artist service. Working together, we aim to support artists at all stages of their career by connecting them with their biggest fans, introducing them to new ones, and giving them ownership of that relationship. Together, we put artists first, connecting them with tens of thousands of fans at thousands of shows around the world. 

You're invited. Come on in.

Meet the Community

The beauty of Sofar is how many connect with the mission globally. See where others are building and find your peers in this directory.

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FAQ

  • If you scroll up, you’ll find our community map along with a linked directory. Both include contact emails for each City Leader.

    Please keep the following guidelines in mind:

    1. Ask for permission before sharing contact information – Always check with the City Leader before sharing their email with external parties (e.g., artists, hosts, volunteers).

    2. Plan ahead – Cities host events at varying frequencies. If you’re reaching out, do so with as much advance notice as possible.

    3. Engage on slack – Besides email, see if they’re available via the slack community.

  • Bookmark this site to stay up to date with the latest news and updates. We’ll also share important announcements via email and Slack. Be sure to check your accounts regularly!

  • Leaders in Sofar cities are able to engage with others on our Global Communities Slack.

    When onboarded, you should have already been set up with an invitation. If you’re still not in, please follow up with anyone in the Global Communities team.