Locals worried about noise levels were outraged by his proposal, while Father William Pearsall at the nearby Jesuit Church of the Immaculate Conception claimed nightly gigs would "contribute" to nuisance.
Ritchie dropped his bid on Wednesday (23Feb11), a day before his application was due to be considered by Westminster Council's licensing sub-committee on Thursday (24Feb11).
It is believed the request was withdrawn with a view to reapplying later this year (11), after Ritchie has consulted residents.