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| - The first time I went to the Sail, Gentlemen Afterdark was playing a super-rare reunion show and they blew the roof off the place. Incredible band, if you don't know 'em you're missing out. First impressions: the Sail is intimate, but also roomy, with a decent amount of seating, friendly bar staff and great sound. It reminded me a lot of the old Wong's...only less scuzzy (and I know scuzzy was part of the old Wong's charm). The Sail has live music every night, with pretty much the best bands in town on a regular basis--a decent-sized indoor stage and a big outdoor stage. The Zen Lunatics rule Thursdays with "Rockaroke"--a live-band karaoke that draws a great (and very diverse) crowd that frequently includes surprise appearances from a variety of well-known local musicians. It didn't take long to become a regular. Yeah, the Sail charges a cover (usually just a couple of bucks, which pays the bands and the excellent sound guy)--but the drinks are strong and cheap and they have a variety of good beers on tap. It's a small price to pay for good bands every day of the week. They go out of their way to support up-and-coming bands, longtime valley musicians and visual artists--and it's a fun place to just hang out. If you like the best live music and art Tempe has to offer, there's no better place to be. If you don't, I think that Toby Keith's place is open. Try the Krispy Fried Macaroni & Cheese.
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