We sat down with Bar 105’s owner, Kimat and Unhinged, who provided valuable insight into the venue’s beginnings, the realities of running an independent space, and how Bar 105 has grown into a home for artists and music lovers alike.

We provide our take and speak to Dan Gren and Alfie Scotting about the closure of many beloved grassroots venues, what the scene was like pre-COVID and where it’s heading in the future.