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Top 10 Best Concert Venues in the USA

July 15th, 2009 Posted by: Senorita Queso Tronca

From tiny dive bars to massive outdoor amphitheaters, there are hundreds of event venues in the states. I have scoured America to find you the crème de la crème. These are my favorite concert venues of all time. Venues with the best sound, lighting, music, history, vibe and so much more. Keep in mind, this list is in no particular order!

01. Cricket Wireless Pavilion Phoenix, Arizona the rumors are true, I am an Arizona Native. So, of course I have to stick my favorite Arizona concert venue in the mix. I have been to Cricket Wireless Pavilion a handful of times and always have a blast. However, the venue is best during spring and winter. Outdoor concerts in the middle of the Phoenix summer heat are scorching!

02. The Joint Las Vegas, Nevada hands down this is the most popular music venue in Vegas, The Joint has recently been renovated and updated. This concert venue located in the Hard Rock Hotel and is famous for the rock bands and super-starts it attracts. Classic rock-n-roll, Vegas-style…this is as good as it gets!

03. Hollywood Bowl Hollywood, California this beautiful outdoor amphitheater is beloved by Los Angeles residents. The Hollywood Bowl was opened to the public in the summer of 1922. This venue is full of unique features which set it apart from the competition. Looking at the stage, you will see a rounded shell like structure that covers the stage. This structure helps to keep the acoustics clear and loud during performances. Seating is situated in an area full of large trees and cool Cali breezes.

04. Madison Square Garden New York City, New York all recording artist know they have arrived at the top, when given the opportunity to perform at Madison Square Garden. This absolutely massive arena (also known as MSG), hosts over 320 events per year. That is almost an event every single day of the year!

05. Red Rocks Amphitheater Morrison, Colorado when it comes to Red Rock Amphitheater, you should definitely believe the hype! Red Rock is built in to the beautiful and preserved, Rocky Mountains. The natural surroundings create perfect acoustics, which draw concert goers from all over the globe.

06. The Fillmore San Francisco, California now, here is a venue with some history! Constructed in the late 60’s, the Fillmore helped to launch the psychedelic music movement. Featuring such far-out bands bands as: The Grateful Dead, Jimi Hendrix, Pink Floyd and so many more. The Fillmore is an iconic tradition in San Francisco.

07. Gorge Amphitheater George, Washington a ticket to a live performance at Gorge Amphitheater offers you so much more than just a live music. This Amphitheater is situated near the Columbia River Gorge and showcases breathtaking scenic views. Lawn seating is often preferred and some of the most talented performers of all time have graced the stage at Gorge Amphitheater.

08. Chastain Park Atlanta, Georgia Chastain has it all; Amazing music, plenty of seating, surrounded by lush vegetation with beautiful views. Chastain Park is a gigantic area, solely devoted to rest and relaxation in Atlanta, Georgia. You can reserve tables near the front of the stage. Patrons with reserved seating can bring coolers with food and beverages to enjoy during the event, how cool?!

09. Smalls New York City, New York When I hear jazz, I think Smalls! Located in the heart of the Big Apple, Smalls features established jazz musicians on almost every single day of the week. Although this is not one of the mega venues, this intimate jazz club is truly one of a kind. A treat for any music lover, check it out especially if you are in to jazz.

10. Great American Music Hall San Francisco, California this music hall is a slice of Americana, opened in 1907. The architecture is stunning, a mesh of a French-American design. This club has a rich-history, The Great American Music Hall has always been a jewel in the San Francisco music scene. Today, it has been beautifully restored for many more generations to enjoy.

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