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    The Bluestone

    3.0 (90 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Projected low-res sign on church front
    Adri C.

    For a repurposed church, it's a pretty good music venue for a small-medium crowd. But... the church thing really throws me off. I attended a DJ Matt Bennett show (which was phenomenal!!) but I think if I hadn't been in the front row that I would have felt like I was attending a VBS Rave. I have no idea if it still serves as a church in any capacity, but if not, I think they should cover the church sign or at least create a Bluestone sign that isn't a low-res projection. It's nice that there was a reserved seating area for folks with disabilities, but odd and probably not pleasant that there is a huge window in front of said area. I can imagine that would really kill some immersion and sound quality. The public restrooms are all upstairs. The conditions looked clean, but it was stinky and at least one of the locks was broken. There are 2 bars: 1 to the left of the entrance toward the stage and 1 directly in the back. But the left bar was very dimly lit, and considering the back bar was crowded the whole time, I think most people didn't realize there was another bar at all. I wish I had, because the bartender I encountered was extremely rude. In addition to talking to me like I was stupid (I seriously don't know why, I just ordered a couple drinks and a water), he asked me "what kind of vodka" for the vodka cran and then after an awkward exchange of "um, I really don't know, anything is fine" and another eyeroll from him, he asked "what kind of tequila?" for the tequila pineapple. I've never had someone ask me what kind (brand?) I wanted for a well drink. Who knows. Anyway, the drinks were really bad lol. Overall, I wouldn't go out of my way to recommend this place or return myself, but if Matt or another artist I liked came again, I would. I highly recommend showing up early so you can be in the front and not feel like you're at a VBS rave.

    Wolfie!!
    Jeff M.

    Was excited to visit The Bluestone Venue after not being there for a many years. The BlueStone is an old Baptist Church converted into a venue. They have definitely upgraded the facilities all around. Visited on Friday night to see Wolfgang Van Halen (Mammoth) and it was packed. Parking was super easy in the lot behind the venue and was $10. All night, the staff was fun, energetic and helpful. Friendly as they were getting people inside (during light rain), but serving drinks with a smile as everyone was enjoying the show. Downstairs bar setup (main floor) is a was too crowded to visit once show started as people hung out there to watch show. Metal/other bartenders were fun. But second floor bar was always accessible and had hang out space. Will have to say drink prices were higher than BlueJackets or Concert venues typically are ($15-$20 for single drink); so you may want to visit a local pub before you enter. *We tried Old Towne Tavern. Venue is outstanding for small audience 1-2k. Great views and fun environment. You will have to pick your spot carefully as the sound differs significantly depending where you are. Very muffled on the sides and under balcony areas. Upstairs great sound but need to be in first row or two to see anything. Suggest getting there super early and get a railing seat on first floor, or balcony railing. Main room -Sanctuary definitely had best sound. if you need to sit, a few tables in the seperate east side first floor bar but only 10 seats. Thanks for a great night Bluestone. Remember Parking easy on site, staff great, stay in Sanctuary unless you luck out and get a great spot. Enjoy your night .

    Christina M.

    The Bluestone venue is a pretty neat place for live music. There is an upstairs and a main floor, but for the concert I went to, only the main floor was open. There are 2 bars on the main floor, and the drinks are PRICEY. For 3 drinks, it was $45. Those 3 drinks were 1 white claw, and 2 Moscow mules. Parking was easy, staff was nice, and the concert ticket for Thursday night was $25. Loved the stage and ambience at the Bluestone. Reminder not to bring a camera indoors... This week was my first time going to a live concert since covid, so I forgot and had to run it back to my car. Overall, great place. Easy parking. Nice staff. Open ambience. Drinks are $$$.

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    Gretchen T.

    The one thing I wish I had known before coming to a concert here: there's no AC! Or at least not one that's on. It was seriously hot in this venue -- I truly felt like I was on the verge of passing out. I wasn't even in a spot where I was super crowded by a ton of other people, so I can't imagine how bad it was on the first floor. I would also 100% recommended getting here early. Unless you are on the 1st top row or the first row at the bottom, you will have a very hard time seeing anything. There's another row on top, but we tried that and honestly, that view was completely obstructed. It's definitely a commitment to standing in the heat for more time than necessary, but it may be worth it. I had a great time at the concert, but I got tired super quickly because of the heat. Water also wasn't readily available. I believe it was being sold at the bar, but the bar line and the merch line didn't seem to be separated at all, so it didn't seem worth it. The acoustics were still good, and the staff was friendly (with the odd exception). The bathrooms were clean and fancy (you could definitely tell this used to be a church), so it wasn't all bad. A fan or two just would have been nice!

    It is an old church.
    Tony M.

    We saw a show there, it's an old church. It was a small enough venue that we felt like we could really see the band. The only door they had was pizza and they stop serving when the band comes on. Pizza was okay. Multiple bars all over the venue and the service was fast.

    a band performing on stage
    Courtney P.

    Came here for a concert last night. It was very intimate concert but super packed!! Parking in the back for $10 cash only. Drinks also were pricey $10 each for a can of beer. Just fyi!! Would come here again for a concert though!

    The Stage
    Lexi M.

    Saw The Beaches here a little bit ago, and the venue was beautiful inside and out! Tons of parking didn't have any issue finding the place. Sound was great, not a bad seat in the house viewing wise. Got out drinks quick and easily.

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    Matt M.

    Saw the prince experience here, they are amazing! Definitely going to see them again! As for the venue, it is great! Lots of places to sit in the church if you are tired of standing. The giant patio has lots of places to sit if you're tired of standing. Beautiful place! I think maybe I should exercise more if standing makes me so tired. Probs not.

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    Great place for live music! Everyone is close to the stage to matter where you stand!

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    Horrible place. Over-priced for no reason and the staffs are rude, and unprofessional !

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    A and R Music Bar - One of the pillars blocking my view

    A and R Music Bar

    2.5(53 reviews)
    1.4 miArena District
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    This is a tough one. I love live music so much that it's tough for me to not sing the praises of a…read morevenue that's offering it, especially these days, ya know? It's not a cheap endeavor, running a music venue. So, I do give them props for that. But I have to be honest, I didn't love seeing a show here. The biggest issue, as others have said, is that there are giant pillars in the middle of the floor that get in the way of the view. Luckily we ended up right in the front against the barriers so it was ok for the most part but I was afraid to move at any point lest we lose our spot and I'd get stuck with an obstructed view. As a bar it's also pretty bare bones. Only a few small cocktail tables and chairs, making it a mostly standing room venue. The drink menu is limited and expensive. There's a pizza counter which was a nice option since we hadn't had dinner before the show but at $7 for a slice of NY style pepperoni pizza we couldn't justify having more than one slice each. We also came a bit early during sound check since we were friends with the band playing the venue and the staff was really nice and welcoming to us as guests, so that's definitely worth a shout out. Great people there! Especially security. High fives for that. For the artists there isn't really a "backstage" area perse, nor is there a dedicated artist restroom. The venue made accommodations for bands to take over one of the three bathrooms but unfortunately that meant there was one less bathroom for the near sold out crowd to use. Not sure if this something do for all acts but if so, I can understand how folks would get frustrated by waits for the toilet. WITH ALL THAT SAID, a dive bar with crappy sightlines, bad beer, and a sus bathroom situation is pretty punk rock. I cut my teeth in venues like that. There's something wonderful about sticky floors and sweaty nights. But the problem is I'm not sure if A & R Music Bar sees itself that way. And it's that disconnect that leaves me wanting more.

    Went to see Deep Sea Diver here last week. It was my first time there, so I wasn't sure what to…read moreexpect. Since it's SRO, I showed up just for the headliner. I did see there were a few small high tops placed oddly in the very back, by the merch table. It was a really hot and humid day, with thunderstorms earlier in the evening. I expected it to be unbearably hot and humid inside, but it was surprisingly comfortable! I could even feel the AC. That really helped with the overall experience. The sound was great, even to the right side of the stage. My only complaint was the giant pillars obstructing my view. I would definitely go see a show here again.

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