Oakland Music Complex

Name: Oakland Music Complex
Address: 1255 21st Street, Oakland, CA, 94607, US
Telephone: (510) 406-9697
Price range: $$
Rating: 5

Three floors, over 160 rooms, diverse talent.

5(5 reviews)

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Oakland Music Complex is a spacious, three-floor venue at 1255 21st St in Oakland, CA. The property features over 160 rooms and hosts top talent across genres, creating a vibrant, musical community. Reviewers praise its security, helpful management, and welcoming atmosphere, noting the constant evolution since its early days. Each room offers a unique experience, with a vibe that embraces metal, rock, and eclectic sounds in a supportive setting.

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1255 21st St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA

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1255 21st Street

Oakland, CA, 94607

(510) 406-9697 www.oaklandmusiccomplex.com/

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Services

Rehearsal Room Rentals

Hourly or monthly rentals of 160+ soundproofed rooms equipped with amps, drums, and PA systems for bands and solo artists.

Recording Studio Access

Professional recording spaces with high-quality gear for demo tracks, albums, or live sessions.

Music Lessons & Workshops

Instructional sessions and community workshops led by experienced musicians across various genres.

Event & Performance Space

Venue rental for concerts, showcases, and private events in a unique, industrial-style setting.

Artist Community Support

Networking opportunities, secure facilities, and management assistance to foster creative growth.

5.00 · 5 reviews

Overall rating

BIGRANDY

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· 1 year ago

place is huge 3 floors. over 160 rooms. some of the best talent from all genres. it may be a long walk to the bathroom depending on what floor your on.

Lobo Ahriman

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· 1 year ago

Dope spot. Been here for years now. Nice & secure. Management is super helpful too :^) A++

B W

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· 1 year ago

i can’t stop farting but it feels so good, thank you OMC for everything 🙏😭💔

I B

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· 2 years ago

Every room is a unique experience. The building makes you feel like you're part of something great. Thrash metal reverberates throughout the corridors as assorted misfits and grey-bearded rockers offer a smilely hello. 9/10 dentists recommend.

Kevin Michel

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· 7 years ago

Been going to this place since it was soundwave, and ever since omc and from hell took over, it's better every year.

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