The Underworld Camden, nestled beneath the renowned World’s End pub, is famous for its alternative rock and Metal scene, having hosted acts like The Foo Fighters, The Darkness and Queens Of The Stone Age. In June 2023, this popular spot in Camden hosted a secret gig that sold out in seconds, featuring one of the biggest Metal bands in the world — Mötley Crüe.
Mötley Crüde
The Underworld, Camden – 15 November 2025
Words: Naomi Hefter
Photography: Matt Pratt
Six months later, the first tribute band in history sold out at the Underworld, on pre-sale tickets alone. On 15th November, this world-class tribute returned, selling out once again. This is the world’s finest tribute band. This is Mötley Crüde.
The Underworld was packed with glam and Hair metal Mötley fans from wall to wall. It was a real treat to see such a range of ages. Building up the crowd, Mötley Crüde teased and tantalised with a blacked-out stage and just a voice-over announcing what’s to come.
Just before considering easing up or taking a sip of drink, the room was suddenly filled with bright lights, a fog fury jet, and sound-shifting amps, all classic Mötley Crüe theatrics.
Bouncing on with energy levels of the Tasmanian Devil on a pogo stick, Mötley Crüde suddenly pound onto the stage. Live Wire propels the audience into G-force, and the show is in full swing. Each member exudes confidence, likability, and spark. Fierce outfits, painted-on leather, and hair higher than the crowd.
The term ‘tribute band’ might get a reputation for being gimmicky, but Stevie as Vince, Shawn as Nikki, Pete as Mick, and, perfectly, Tom as Tommy, not only sound the part but also look like the real Mötley Crüe.
Established in 2015, these four Hair Metal enthusiasts not only entertain but also let you escape the real world, taking you back to the ’80s, where everything was arguably a little simpler.
Each hit song, vivid, relentless, and rhythmically driven, takes everyone on a ride. Shout At The Devil gets every single Crüehead chanting back. A famous number that brings the band and audience together, united as one. 
Each Mötley member had an incredible interaction with the crowd, from necking a bottle of Jack, famously associated with Nikki Sixx, to engaging the audience with stage banter.
Pete delivers Mick Mars’ heavily distorted, aggressive electric solos reminiscent of Mötley Crüe. Tom’s high-energy drum solos, whilst wearing only his tiny pants, elevate the show to another level.
Yet, through the chaos and mayhem, these guys, even with their arse showing, drink downing antics, uphold professionalism, talent, and skill!
Just as the crowd is catching their breath, Pete kicks off the iconic Mick Mars palm-muted power chords. This engine-revving, palm-muted power slide transitions into the rapid, rhythmic opening of Kick Start My Heart. Hearts pounding, adrenaline surging, this high-energy anthem will make even the faint-hearted jump along. 
Love or hate tribute bands, Mötley Crüde are widely regarded as the most authentic tribute to Mötley Crüe, recognised by the official global fan club. From Stevie’s swaggering, strong vocals to Tom’s charismatic presence, Mötley Crüde blend the ingredients of heavy and glam rock in the exact amounts.
They are well and truly known now for their meticulous attention to detail, with costume, instruments and performance. 
Keeping this genre of music alive for the next generation, these hair-raising, Jack drinking, scream-stomping, balls-to-the-wall continue to soar, and they continue to rock.
Because they are Mötley F*cking Crüde.
You can catch Mötley Crüde on The Dirt tour in 2026, so grab yourself a ticket.
