Popular club packs in the crowds nightly for top-tier rock, punk, hip-hop and country shows. It deserves its rep as the best live music venue in town.
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9:30 is pretty much everything you want in a medium-sized concert venue. Great sound, lots of room to stand, balcony, plenty of bars and food. It doesn't get much better. More importantly their lineup always rocks and brings in a lot of interesting acts.
I was really excited to see one of my favorite bands from back in California. When I got to the 9:30 club, my friend and I asked when the main act would be going on stage. We were told 9:00. (The doors had opened at 7) We waited until 10:45 for the Mountain Goats to actually take the stage. I was very displeased, and actually really tired by that time since I did not want to keep purchasing beer, however cheap it was, for the almost 2 hours that I was waiting. Not only did I have to wait a long time, but I had to leave the concert early just to make sure I made the metro home. Definitely not pleased with the lack of consideration by whomever was in charge of the time management.
Both acts were very great, including their opening acts. It was very intimate. I didn't have to stand in line very long for either concert and I was able to see where I stood. Next time I'll bring more comfortable shoes , I was standing the whole time, well worth it.
It's simply the best club Washington DC has to offer. There's a reason this club is consistently rated one of the best in the entire country. Great sightlines, fantastic acoustics, top notch touring bands covering all genres, friendly staff, and it's 2 blocks from the U Street metro station. Highly recommended. And go and get a Ben's chili dog before or after the show! Hits the spot!
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