Musician Miles Kane is the dapper chappy known for his solo music (F.Y.I he has a new album out and a European tour starting this week), being part of The Last Shadow Puppets, and, last but not least, his modish mode.
Miles shares his guide to London, from his favorite watering holes to vintage clothing stores.
Shop: Mr. Start and Nordic Poetry
For classic menswear, one of my favorites is Mr. Start in Shoreditch, it’s got a John Smedley vibe but with an edge. The fits are fantastic. On a vintage tip I like Nordic Poetry, it has great bits for men and even better stuff for women. I’d say some real gems there.
Address: Mr. Start 40 Rivington St, London, EC2A 3LX & Nordic Poetry, 141 Bethnal Green Rd, London, E2 7DG
Bar: Satan’s Whiskers
Best cocktails bar in London in my opinion. It’s small, sexy and dark with the best drinks. It feels private as everyone has to sit to drink so no one will be banging into you. Sip a killer Martini while it plays old-school hip-hop, it’s just cool basically! Book in advance I’d say.
Address: 343 Cambridge Heath Rd, London, E2 9RA
Boozer: The Sun Tavern
For me, it’s the best bar in London. lighting is key in my eyes in bars and restaurants, nobody wants to be sat in a dentist when having a bevy or eating! The tav has a rock n roll, New York feel and energy to it in the heart of Bethnal Green! Great friendly staff great tunes, it’s family x
Address: 441 Bethnal Green Rd, London, E2 0AN
Stay: Town Hall Hotel
Great hotel in the heart of Bethnal Green, it’s surrounded by all the cool spots to eat and drink. The apartment-style rooms go down a treat with the warehouse-style interiors. Great restaurant and amazing pool in the gym as well.
Address: Town Hall Hotel, Patriot Square, London, E2 9NF
Eat: Brutto
My new favorite Italian in London. It has it all for me, incredible martini, best steaks around and pasta to die for! The pepper steak stew is also incredible it has the vibe of my dream restaurant, it has a mix of Frank Sinatra and The Sopranos vibes, what more could you want!
Address: 35-37 Greenhill Rents, London, EC1M 6BN
Chill out: Paragon Gym
It may not sound chilling out but to de-stress, paragon gym has been my home for about 7/8 years. It’s a kickboxing gym where I train with Stuart Lawson, a Jedi master and an incredible trainer. He has kept me in shape! Great for one on one sessions or group classes. I love boxing or kickboxing, it has a real family-friendly vibe and has been my second family at times! Good people, give it a shot!
Address: 6-8 Boundary St, London, E2 7JE
Music venue: The Moth Club
For the Northern Soul nights and the Cave Club, it’s hard to find anywhere that plays great music with a dance floor, maybe there is but I don’t know about it? The Moth Club caters to me as once a month they have a Deptford Soul Northern Soul night and Rhys Webb's Cave Club. If you're looking for soul, Motown, rock ‘n’ roll and to cut some shapes, look no further!
Address: Old Trades Hall, Valette St, London, E9 6NU
Barbers: Jimmy Slick’s Barbers
My favorite barbers around is where I go to get my hair done. The best skin head in London, it’s that simple folks! Incredible painted walls floor to ceiling like a psychedelic jungle too. Check it out.
Address: 79 Roman Road, London, E20QN
Your favorite place...Victoria Park!
I’m showing my age now but I love a park. Vicky Park has been good to me, it’s where I go every day pretty much to either run, walk or get a coffee. It’s sorted my head out many times, good energies in there I promise you. There’s a cute little village in the middle of you want to treat yourself.
Address: Grove Rd, London, E3 5TB
The Miles Kane Change The Show album is out now, and check out his European tour.
