The Mercury Lounge This is one of the better places to catch a live show. Upon walking in, you'll find a 30-foot long candle lit antique oak bar and strangers coming together in a small, but cozy space. Past the long velvet curtains in the back, is a plain, squarish, brick-walled space, with tables in front of a large stage and standing room behind the tables. And it has one of the best sound systems in the city: full-bodied and clear,
loud but without a brutal edge. Mercury Lounge books both local and touring bands, from alt. rockers to indie/folk. Because of the clubs good reputation, you might also expect to see bands typically found in larger clubs, who appreciate this quiet venue. |  |