The line that lingered way out the doors from Pub Rock made me question my decision to go see a concert at a small venue. The line sure didn't move quick enough for my liking.. but that where the dismay of the evening ended. Once inside it was cool and friendly. OK, the two major drunks were touchy feely and no respect for personal space - but they were also escorted out before the second band started playing. That, to me, tells me a lot of the control of the crowd this place shows.
Drinks. Beer for under $3 and mid range hard liquor mix drinks for $5. Also the female bartenders were on their game. No bullshitting and no flirting, just hard working. I like it. The volume was quite perfect. Loud as it should be, but not so you had to use those terrible ear plugs that distorts any treble. This is a huge plus.
The security and audio personnel were accurate and nice. The audio people took any chance to hit on young girls that wanted to feel important and stay close to the mixing table. Come on, it isn't glamorous to be a roadie so when attention is given I expect it to be grabbed.. and it was.
Clientele. Not bad. Metal crowds are on average not a pretty bunch, and I know - I have been part of that subculture for more than 20 years. But nice enough and friendly as always. If I could say one negative on the metal crowd this Saturday Night, then it would be that it was a smelly bunch of people. I know it was hot, and people do sweat but come on. This was anti-fresh. I still enjoy your faces.
Oh, another thing on the bartenders. they were very patient with the drunkards.. and cut the right people off. Very professional. I will be coming back here more often from now on. And the Will Call. I usually don't like will call because of the doubtless cluster%#@$ but in this case I have to readjust my attitude. Very smooth. Well done Pub Rock.