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Cobalt review Rate it
The Cobalt's call for bands explicitly reads: 'Heavy shit preferred'. Managed by local legend Wendy Thirteen, the venue can accommodate 200 concert-goers and is the destination of choice if you prefer your music punishing and filed under punk, metal or hardcore. The decor is suitably decrepit and the drinks are undeniably cheap. Regular events include Scaryoke, experimental Fake Jazz Wednesdays and an alternative comedy night.
Cobalt details
at Prior Street,
East Vancouver
Area Vancouver
Transport Bus 3, 8, 19, N8, N19/SkyTrain Main Street-Science World.
Telephone 604 764 7865
Open 5pm-1am daily.
Admission free-$15.
Comments & ratings
the cobalt is now called 917 main st cabaret. after a complete gut and reno this place is hosting a multitude of live music including everything from hip hop to metal, indie, funk, soul, reggae, art shows, and yes there is dancing too. cheep drinks chill crowd and always a good time. good job guys. this place kicks ass
Its The Fauxbalt now.
The legendary Cobalt rock bar, its staff, patronage & manager Wendy Thirteen were unceremoniously evicted by the hotel's slumlord owner in favor of a dance club for the Olympic's. Vancouver is in need of a new rock venue.
Now the Cobalt is just a good place to throw eggs & tomatoes at.
No longer the famous Cobalt of Wendy 13, now just another sad plastic dj dive. Pass.
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