Bowery Ballroom is a great place to see any band that you like.
You enter into the downstairs, where there is a great bar, in a lounge-like atmosphere. Drinks are very affordable (they don't "jack up" the prices). You can also hear the bands upstairs playing, so you don't miss anything.
Upstairs, there is a big open venue with a big stage, and plenty of room. Most shows are general admission, and standing room only...but with the list of bands that play there, you probably already knew that.
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