The Firebird

Love this venue! Have gone a few times now; once to see the Early November and again to see Best Coast. Both times I have had an awesome experience. It's a smaller venue, but that leaves more opportunity for an up-close-and-personal experience. It never takes very long to get a drink and the atmosphere is great. The Firebird has not yet disappointed me; had a really great time every time I have been!

Quite possibly the best indie rock venue in STL. I don't know if it's the fact that my musical tastes are evolving or if it's the fact that they are able to attract more national acts, but I find myself at The Firebird 2-3 times a month.

It doesn't even matter what you're into, because this place has something for everybody. This summer I have found myself at a metal show, a punk rock show,  a comedy show and an indie show.

Best show I ever attended here was Gaslight Anthem in 2012. The show sold out, the crowd was soaked in PBR sweat and the band played about 25 hits including covers from Pearl Jam and The Who. For a glimpse into how intimate The Firebird is, lead singer Brian Fallon jumped into the crowd and started singing and the whole place felt like it was going to explode with positive vibes.

Inside the club you will find your typical dive bar atmosphere. It's a dark, no-frills type of situation that lets the music shine. There are booths in the back of the place in case you get tired of standing during the show (a true sign that you are getting too old, like myself).

Drinks are kind of pricey, but nothing compared to other concert venues in STL like The Pageant or the dreaded Verizon/UMB/Riverport amphitheater/pavilion/whatever it is called these days.

If you find out that your favorite act is rolling through STL and playing at The Firebird, grab a ticket and go. You won't regret the experience.

I have been here many times for concerts over the years.  It is a fairly nice place but is is on the smaller side of things.  The staff has always been nice to me and the tickets are normally reasonable.  Parking is in the lot behind the building and be sure to go in the back door.