Concert Season

Now that the snow has started to melt, it has made it much easier to travel outside of Pullman for some great music experiences. I recently went to Spokane to a few different concert venues, and I have to say both were pretty amazing places to stop in and hear some outstanding music.

First, I went to The Service Station to catch Straylight Run, one of my all time favorite bands. The Service Station is located 9315 N. Nevada St. and it has a one of a kind aura that cannot be duplicated. This venue is actually a huge coffee shop and has tons of seating including big, cushy chairs and quiet tables, great for studying and socializing alike. There is a large concert hall connected to the far side of the coffee shop, and it hosts events such as wedding parties, special occasion dinners, and concerts. The really great thing about The Service Station is that the venue is actually a not-for-profit concert hall. And, of course I may be a little biased, but bringing in great bands like Straylight Run makes The Service Station my new favorite place, even if it is an hour and a half away. If you are looking for a neat little hang out or want to check out some awesome music while you’re in the area, look up The Service Station.

I also checked out The Empyrean, also in Spokane, located at 154 S. Madison St. This is also a coffee house, but much smaller scale. Their menu also includes some alcoholic beverages, so if you’re in the mood, head on over. A friend of mine, Noah Gundersen, was performing at The Empyrean so I swung in to check it out. Like The Service Station, this quaint little coffee shop has a separate room for music for you listening enjoyment. This place is quite unique in that the furniture has been gently worn in, and it gives that hominess sort of feeling that I know many places strive for.

If you’d like more information about the venues or musicians I’ve mentioned, just follow the links and check them out!