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Grab your guitar and head to these local venues for the best Open Mic nights in town.
Blind Melons. 710 Garnet Ave., Pacific Beach (858) 483-7844
Lestat's. 3343 Adams Ave., Normal Heights. (619) 282-0437
RT's Longboard Grille- 1466 Garnet Ave., Pacific Beach 858) 270-4030
Twiggs. 4590 Park Blvd., University Heights (619) 296-0616
Cosmos Café, 8278 La Mesa Blvd. (619) 698-4217
Hot Java Café 11738 Carmel Mountain Rd. 858-673-7111
O'Connell's 1310 Morena Blvd. (619) 276-5637
The Blarney Stone Pub, 5617 Balboa Ave. 858- 279-2033
Blind Melons. 710 Garnet Ave., Pacific Beach (858) 483-7844
Every Monday, Blind Melons hosts one of the most entertaining open mic nights in town. From acoustic singer-songwriters, rock and reggae bands, stand-up comedy and spoken word, anything goes. A laid-back setting, friendly vibes, and high quality sound. House drum kit and guitar amps make the stage user-friendly for bands and impromptu collaborations. Sign up online through www.blindmelonspb.com, or at the bar starting at 8:30pm. Music from 9pm-close.
Lestat's. 3343 Adams Ave., Normal Heights. (619) 282-0437
As one of the most prominent acoustic venues in town, Lestats is famous for hosting big talent in an intimate space. On Monday evenings, the open mic is popular among the most established local musicians, with a pool of solid performers each week. Sign up is held by raffle at 6:30 pm sharp. Don't be discouraged if your name isn't drawn- they'll be sure to get you in next week, and the talent is worth sticking around until your next appearance. Sign up at 6:30pm, music from 7pm-11.
RT's Longboard Grille- 1466 Garnet Ave., Pacific Beach 858) 270-4030
Located in the heart of Pacific Beach, Longboard is about as so-cal as it gets. If you want to play for a big crowd, this is the venue for you. If you want that crowd to pay close attention, it may not be….but wining over the audience is part of the fun. Every Tuesday, sign up at 8:00pm; music from 9pm-close.
Twiggs. 4590 Park Blvd., University Heights (619) 296-0616
A great place to meet quality musicians in a laid-back atmosphere. Efficiently run even on the busiest nights, host Tim Mudd gives everyone a fair chance at the stage, and keeps the entertainment at a constant flow all evening long. Wednesday evenings. Sign up for a slot between 6:30 and 8, or put your name in the drawing for a set between 8:30 and 10pm.
Hot Monkey Love Café, El Cajon Blvd, College Area (619) 582-5908
At this unpretentious coffee shop in the College area, the people are just as warm as the chai lattes. The laid-back atmosphere invites genuine audience response, and the vibe is all-around supportive. Tuesday nights, sign up at 7pm, music starts at 8. First come, first serve.
Cosmos Café, 8278 La Mesa Blvd. (619) 698-4217
Share the stage with some of San Diego's best singer/songwriters, and enjoy a night great night of music in a friendly atmosphere. Every Tuesday evening, sign up at 6:30pm.
Hot Java Café 11738 Carmel Mountain Rd. 858-673-7111
A friendly acoustic haven with Open Mic two nights a week. Hosted by Hot Rod Harris every Thursday, and Kyle Phelan every Sunday, from 7-10pm.
O'Connell's 1310 Morena Blvd. (619) 276-5637
Check out "Hot Fudge Sundays", a weekly artist showcase and open mic night hosted by the fantastic Jefferson Jay. All artists and music lovers are welcome, to enjoy an array of rock, acoustic, reggae, blues, and more. Music 9pm-close.
The Blarney Stone Pub, 5617 Balboa Ave. 858- 279-2033
Every Sunday night, join host Allison Gill for a great open mic in a laid-back Irish Pub. Guinness, music, and good people….a perfect way to wrap up the weekend. Save time by starting a search from any Web page with the MSN Search Toolbar-FREE!
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