tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31270091.post4972752279726916315..comments2023-10-24T03:56:31.295-05:00Comments on DC Rock Club: Let's Discuss: DC Music VenuesJumbo Slicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08525227134450004928noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31270091.post-68932215211387046322009-06-02T12:51:48.355-05:002009-06-02T12:51:48.355-05:00Good point. That is the very reason we don't head...Good point. That is the very reason we don't head to the RNR Hotel very often these days. It is a logistical nightmare and w/o Potsy's apartment nearby, well, there is no way to properly "prepare" for a show.<br /><br />I still think IOTA is kinda lame though. That being said, Viva Voce is playing there this Friday, so I may try and head over.sacklunchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10865553449094912225noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31270091.post-26450259597071556702009-06-02T12:10:20.976-05:002009-06-02T12:10:20.976-05:00Yes, but I can walk to Iota and stop at Galaxy Hut...Yes, but I can walk to Iota and stop at Galaxy Hut on my way back and then stumble home drunk. I have to drive to DC9 and look for parking on that sketchy block. Logistics mean a lot to me.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08124304315278450108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31270091.post-32674889060770750582009-06-01T19:35:12.789-05:002009-06-01T19:35:12.789-05:00Re: David
Really? Iota over DC9? Iota is pretty...Re: David<br /><br />Really? Iota over DC9? Iota is pretty mediocre regardless of who is playing there. There is that weird column in the middle of the room (kind of reminds me of the old 930 Club though) and it is often very, very chatty. Also, too many singer-songwriter/roots rock bands play there. Pluses include a nice back deck where I can smoke.<br /><br />Have to agree about the Black Cat. Hands down the best atmosphere anywhere in DC. However, I wish their draft beer didn't give a serious case of the trots. <br /><br />ETA: Sometimes Jumboslice likes to order a "Black Cat" instead of a "Red Room Ale". That always amuses me.sacklunchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10865553449094912225noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31270091.post-52197609814434768682009-06-01T15:41:08.987-05:002009-06-01T15:41:08.987-05:001) black cat backstage
2) black cat mainstage
3) V...1) black cat backstage<br />2) black cat mainstage<br />3) Velvet Lounge<br />4) Iota<br />5) I do look forward to shows at the galaxy hut<br /><br />not a big fan of RnR or DC9 or anything that has a capacity over 700Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31270091.post-10928767270694272942009-06-01T10:29:18.662-05:002009-06-01T10:29:18.662-05:00I trashed Velvet Lounge when we were interviewed b...I trashed Velvet Lounge when we were <A HREF="http://www.washingtonian.com/blogarticles/people/capitalcomment/8892.html" REL="nofollow">interviewed by The Washingtonian</A>. Seems things have turned around with the new owners. I'm a fan of earlier start times. It's no fun when the headliner begins at 12:30 on a Tuesday or Wednesday night.<br /><br />I'll be in DC in August and a trip to Comet is a must. I don't even care who is playing.Jumbo Slicehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08525227134450004928noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31270091.post-6319148845531802832009-06-01T10:28:42.466-05:002009-06-01T10:28:42.466-05:00Funny how different our lists are, though I guess ...Funny how different our lists are, though I guess it depends on exact criteria. If I had to list venues based solely on how much I look forward to seeing bands at each venue, my best would be:<br /><br />1. Black Cat backstage<br />2. RnR Hotel<br />3. DC9<br />4. Black Cat mainstage<br />5. Iota<br /><br />I love Fort Reno but it doesn't make the list because it's not a "true" venue. I also leave off the 9:30 Club, because while it may technically be the best room in DC, I really dislike going there.<br /><br />Oh, and Birchmere food is overpriced garbage.Stevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14084291270828233276noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31270091.post-21365497484589385792009-06-01T10:19:01.714-05:002009-06-01T10:19:01.714-05:00here's the definitive list:
1) black cat. hands ...here's the definitive list: <br /><br />1) black cat. hands down. just the way it is. <br /><br />2) comet. now that they have their own PA -- and a damn good one -- this place is unstoppable. also, pretty much every show they book is good. quality control is crucial. <br /><br />3) 9:30 club. everything's too expensive and it feels too sterile, but at the same time we're very spoiled to have it. <br /><br />4) velvet. actually starting earlier these days and it's the only place that feels like an out-of-control rock club, which is a big plus. <br /><br />5) iota. ok, this is a homer pick since it's right near my place. i wish they had more stuff i wanted to see. <br /><br />*** -- i can't really rank g-hut since it only has very small shows twice a week. it gets an honorable mention 1A ranking though.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08124304315278450108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31270091.post-39863478564948081312009-06-01T09:55:36.101-05:002009-06-01T09:55:36.101-05:00Agree 100% w Sack. BC in front of RNRH and DC9 is...Agree 100% w Sack. BC in front of RNRH and DC9 is actually solid. Also, you're an anti-semite for not ranking 6th & I higher.Jimbromskihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06480579106355009821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31270091.post-38908580902268426112009-06-01T09:42:36.084-05:002009-06-01T09:42:36.084-05:00Hemi - It's been a long time since I've been t...Hemi - It's been a <I>long</I> time since I've been to JJ. Wilco at Wolf Trap sounds pretty nice. Listing the top Austin venues would be a 10 part series. EVERYPLACE here is set up to host live music.<br /><br />Sack - I think R&R Hotel's decline started just as I moved away. I've heard from other people that the novelty has worn off and it's not as good as it first seemed. <br /><br />I probably should've listed the Black Cat Main Stage and Backstage separately. I always liked the backstage especially when I was able to stand on the bench with my back to the wall.Jumbo Slicehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08525227134450004928noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31270091.post-54460102933009205702009-06-01T09:32:08.446-05:002009-06-01T09:32:08.446-05:00I don't when the last time you were at Jammin Java...I don't when the last time you were at Jammin Java, but it's had a liquor license for a couple years now - even a couple beers on tap. Sure it's out in the burbs, but so am I.<br /><br />And as for Wolf Trap, I'll be lugging a case of beer out to see Wilco next month for a nice outdoor show.<br /><br />Um - you're kidding about the Birchmere and a decent menu, right? We have a new thing about going to get a seating ticket, then going out to eat somewhere nearby and coming back in time to get called, then just order pitchers of beer until the show starts.<br /><br /><br />Hope to see the best and worst of Austin soon - the wife and I are going to the ACL fest for the first time this year...hemisphirehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08450404767008212417noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31270091.post-17074141795489998082009-06-01T09:29:12.175-05:002009-06-01T09:29:12.175-05:00Well, I have to disagree a bit here. While I like...Well, I have to disagree a bit here. While I liked the RNR Hotel when it first opened, it has definitely fallen out of favor. The sound is not that great, the sight lines suck if you are anywhere near the back,it is usually hot as fuck in there, and it is out in the boondocks. I do like the upstairs area, but that doesn't really count as a music venue. Also, too many "Drunken Jenga" nights and DJ shit. The Black Cat (both main and backstage) is way better.<br /><br />Also, our experience at Jaxx was top-notch and DC9 has moved up on the list IMHO. I like the intimacy of DC9, seeing how the "stage" is like 6 inches of the ground.sacklunchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10865553449094912225noreply@blogger.com