Choose your location
-
usa
-
- Boston
- Chicago
-
- Los Angeles
- New York
-
- San Francisco
- Washington, DC
-
europe
-
- Amsterdam
- Barcelona
- Berlin
-
- Florence
- French Riviera
- Ibiza
-
- London
- Madrid
- Munich
-
- Pamplona
- Paris
- Rome
-
- Venice
- New York
- Los Angeles
- Washington, DC
- London
- Paris
- Get Paid To Party!
- Buy The Guide
- PE Reviewers
- Party Earth Mobile
- Boston
- Things To Do
- Restaurants
- Events
- Entertainers
Boston → Events → Music Venues
Great Scott
|
Party Earth Review: Indie music lovers looking to catch the next hot band before it hits the big time should check out Great Scott, one of Boston’s best small music venues with a reputation for finding and showcasing new talent. Popular with a casually dressed young crowd of students, artists, and urban hipsters who gather to enjoy an eclectic mix of music and some reasonably priced brews, the unassuming one-room bar features little in the way of décor, save for the neon beer signs, busts of Elvis, and collection of international flags. The focal point, of course, is the large stage that occupies the back half of the L-shaped room and plays host to local artists early in the week, when groups of Allston natives show up in their vintage duds to party. Artists with more national cachet fill the roster later in the week, though one of the most popular events remains Friday’s The Pill, an indie dance night that packs in a stylish crowd of Allston hipsters, Boston University students, and casual club-goers who fill the dance floor to rock out to the DJs mix of indie, 80s, and Britpop tunes. Patrons who get a bit carried away by the inexpensive draft beers and high-energy vibe needn’t worry – the dark and cavernous bar at Great Scott also opens daily at noon, making it the perfect place to nurse that Saturday afternoon hangover. ... read full review |
Neighborhood: |
Address: |
1222 Commonwealth Avenue |
T Stop: |
Green Line (B): Harvard Avenue |
Phone: |
617-566-9014 |
Links: |
Hours: |
Daily noon–2am |
Recommended as: |
Night Spot |
All venues in Boston →
Great Scott Videos
White Lies playing E.S.T. at Great Scott Boston October 26th 2008
Great Scott Review
Tip from Jonah:
“Depending on the day of the week and the start time, you have to be either 18+ or 21+ to get in – and with the strict door policy, it’s a good idea to call ahead or check the website for details before heading out.”
The Scene
Indie music lovers looking to catch the next hot band before it hits the big time should check out Great Scott, one of Boston’s best small music venues with a reputation for finding and showcasing new talent.Allston / Brighton, Boston – Indie music lovers looking to catch the next hot band before it hits the big time should check out Great Scott, one of Boston’s best small music venues with a reputation for finding and showcasing new talent.
Popular with a casually dressed young crowd of students, artists, and urban hipsters who gather to enjoy an eclectic mix of music and some reasonably priced brews, the unassuming one-room bar features little in the way of décor, save for the neon beer signs, busts of Elvis, and collection of international flags.
The focal point, of course, is the large stage that occupies the back half of the L-shaped room... read more →
Crowd
Students, art and music types, indie kids, and urban hipsters, late teens to 20s.
Entertainment/Music
Live music or DJs every night, emphasis on indie rock. Fridays feature live comedy show The Gas at 7pm and indie dance night The Pill at 10pm. Dr. Sketchy’s Burlesque Life Drawing class on the second Sunday of each month at 2:30pm. Check website for start times of other events.
Food/Miscellaneous
None. Cash only.
Prices
Cover charge $0–$15. Beer $3–$6, wine $5, cocktails $5.50–$7.
Dress
Casual but trendy, vintage clothes, tight jeans, fashionable but not “dressed up.”
Hot Nights/When to Go
Fridays for The Pill or Saturdays for big crowds.
Close By
O’Brien’s Pub (3 Harvard Avenue) is a slightly smaller music venue and bar run by the owners of Great Scott.
Great Scott Schedule of Events
|
May 22 Tue |
Add to Calendar
|
|||||
|
May 25 Fri |
|
Add to Calendar
|
||||
|
May 25 Fri |
|
Add to Calendar
|
||||
|
May 28 Mon |
Add to Calendar
|
|||||
|
May 31 Thu |
|
Add to Calendar
|
Similar Venues
Boston Events
-
Tuesday May 22
-
Armin van Buuren -
Berklee American Roots Music series -
Rocky Votolato
See all
-
Wednesday May 23
-
Hump Slot -
Amy Petty -
Jean-Michel Pilc
See all
- Concerts
- Sporting Events
- Festivals
- Find more upcoming events