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Big as an airline terminal. Two separate balcony levels, huge main floor. Chandeliers class up industrial entry after running elaborate security gauntlet. Coat check stashed behind second floor bar. Jumbo disco ball last trace of former tenant Exit. The major leagues of indie rockers: Band of Horses, Cat Power, Hives. Show up early for sold-out shows—overflow here sucks. Here's to hoping the new rooftop lounge vents some of that sweat.
Despite the two-floor, hardwood grandeur of this Hell's Kitchen monolith, quiet nooks and crannies allow for easy escape from standard club scene. Real food and tables add to the relaxed feel. Plus... read more
Storied venue, tarnished and fraying, but fortunate that shabby chic is so damn in. Display cases in front get nostalgic about the old dancehall days. Current incarnation is run by Live Nation, so ... read more
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