It is well-known for hosting live gigs, with globally successful, mainstream bands such as Oasis, Pearl Jam and Fall Out Boy have played there in their fledgling years.
[1] The club has also been host to acts such as DragonForce, Lordi, Zebrahead, SOiL, Mr. Bungle, Jayne County and Glenn Hughes.
The club moved to its current home on Union Street in 1997,[3][4] and forms part of Hold Fast Entertainment Ltd which also own The Garage.
[5] The Union St property was leased until 2005, but was eventually purchased by Hold Fast Entertainment, and was thoroughly refurbished with a relaunch party at the end of October 2005.
[6] The Cathouse currently hosts a variety of weekly club nights from Wed-Sun[7] - There also special themed events throughout the year, such as the famous 'Cathouse Halloween', 'Cathouse Pride', and 'Disney After Dark'.