File F1221 - Nightclubs - Vancouver - 1980s BC Gay and Lesbian Archives Subject files Nightclubs - Vancouver - 1980s Around that time there was another club one block north at 1037 View called Club Tango on the site of the present vacant lot near View and Vancouver St. Before the creation of Legends and the Sticky Wicket, The Strathcona Hotel had several clubs, including "Max Headroom", a short-lived industrial-type dance club in the basement. The injury cost Burnett his NHL career. An awesome spot to show off your moves, with a huge dance floor and awesome DJs. But there just so many, from The Cave, to Richards on Richards, to the Town Pump and the Starfish Room, to Luv Affairand a hell of a lot of othersthat have disappeared. They had battle of the band contests and were a relatively cheap place to go on a Friday night in the 80s. There was real optimism then., Sidney Morozoff, Graceland, 1988 Legenday impresario Sidney Morozoff does his best Elvis impersonation backstage. The Fox Cabaret - a former movie theatre and present-day live music and night club venue in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant neighbourhood at 2321 Main Street. Reviews on Nightclubs on Granville Street in Granville St, Vancouver, BC - The Roxy, Fortune Sound Club, Celebrities Nightclub, Numbers Cabaret, Blarney Stone, Granville Street, The Lamplighter Public House. All the good clubs, they say, are gone. It was located at 1320 Richards Street. Either way, if you visited one it will have left a lasting impression - whether this is positive or negative . © 2019 Global News, a division of Corus Entertainment Inc. 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Luv-a-Fair remained a popular destination for the citys alternative clubbers, a place where the music was a far cry from the radio hits being played elsewhere in the city. It was the place to go for great music, delicious food and have a drink with friends. Born Isadore Waltuck in Odessa, Ukraine (which at that time, was Russia), Isy moved to North America with his parents at age two. Known as one of the city's premier nightclubs, it hosted performances from the likes of Lena Horne, Marvin Gaye, the Supremes, and countless other top-shelf entertainers. In the '80s, it was full of clubs with indie bands local and imported and R&B/blues bands. This nightclub is thought of fondly by those who visited. The State nightclub in the 1980s Peter Hook of New Order and Monaco at the . Apparently in those Pryor shows, there was silence a lot of the time, Chapman says. Nightclubs generally restrict access to people in terms . It was in a prime location right on Water Street near the Old Spaghetti Factory. Unfortunately, it was demolished to make way for new property developments. This is the 1970s of the popular imagination. With over 600 parks and greenbelts, it goes without saying. It was located at 1036 Richards Street. Post The nightclub at 674 Seymour Street had DJs playing the most popular dance beats that drew crowds on the weekends. What are some of your favourite Metro Vancouver nightclubs of the past? Chapman says the book was intended to be a history lesson, and is not a critique of the citys current music scene. { They were arrested and went to jail, Chapman says. Top 5 Best Nightclubs in Vancouver in 2021 . Moonwalk down memory lane with T. Learn More Starting at $ 1,100 per event View Profile Request Free Quote Video Dance Attack 4.4 (17 reviews) Bars Performing Arts DJs $Portland "and carrying baguettes ("French Kiss.") I came as a Rubik's Cube since it was 80s night. callback: cb The author pulls from over a centurys worth of lore for Vancouver After Dark, contrasting glamorous performances by Billie Holiday at the Palomar Supper Club with D.O.A. street, Markham caregiver plans to travel, possibly buy new home after $60M lottery win, Second B.C. event : evt, Read the 10Best Vancouver night club reviews and view user's nightlife ratings. Ithad aprime location righton Water Street near the Old Spaghetti Factory. Vancouver Gazette, A glance again at Vancouvers favourite nightclubs from the 80s and 90s. You just have to scratch the surface, Chapman insists. I never look through it when Im taking the shot.. They hosted the likes of Nirvana, Pearl Jam and No Doubt. Guys like Isy Walters or Joe Phillipponi arent going to be allowed to be a railroad executive, or the equivalent of Chip Wilson. It was originally known as the Lester Ballroom, then the Embassy Ballroom, and later Dantes Inferno and Retinal Circus, hippie-era clubs that played host to The Velvet Underground and The Doors. It was the right place for great music, delicious food and a drink with friends. Vancouver musician Bryan Adams started his professional career at 15, singing for Sweeney Todd in the 70's. He would go on to become an international solo recording artist in the 80's. . I think thats bullshit. Which night clubs were your favorites that are now closed? Some are just better than others. by Bsuds Oct 1st, 2009, 1:03 pm, Post Not simply the fastest growing city in Metro Vancouver but also in the country, Surrey is a city that ironically gets a bad rap often from Vancouver proper, a city known for its homeless problem. One of the citys most celebrated venues was the Cave, a Hornby Street club that opened its doors in 1938. The Bottleneck 5 Bars & Clubs Central Open now By akasra The cocktails were really good, and the food was tasty. COVID-19 Update & Information Visitors The waterfront view? An Elite CafeMedia Publisher. Author Aaron Chapman has Tommy Chong to thank for one of the most nefarious highlights in his new book, aptly titled Vancouver After Dark: The Wild History of a Citys Nightlife. The Cobalt 46 Bars & Clubs Yaletown & False Creek North By ccriderYVR Celebrities were often spotted here when in town, including Mark Wahlberg, Johnny Depp, U2, Pearl Jam, Tom Cruise and Marilyn Manson. The big music speakers were regularly draped with drag queens and dancers, and the stage showcased an impressive array of live acts, such as the Violent Femmes, Sonic Youth, and Nine Inch Nails (who, according to Gold, performed there in 1989 to approximately 100 people). Daily, we engage a diverse community and excite our readers to explore the best of their city within the metropolis. Afterglow Bars & Clubs Dance Clubs & Discos Yaletown & False Creek North 9. Some are even pre-Internetcrazy we know. Web Visit website. Most people don't know how to play chess. In the 1980s we hit peak nightclub. Theres plenty of fun to be had. There was a fatal shootout right on the nightclubs doorstep. Log in or create an account to save content. This place was legendary, and well-missed among Vancouverites. All rights reserved. It is exciting to see progress, but that doesnt mean we have to forget what came before. It was destroyed to make way for new real estate developments. The Stone Temple Bars & Clubs Dance Clubs & Discos Granville Street 11. Those tough drag shows really dont exist anymore. - David A. Bednar. The Cave menu featuring singer Lena Horne. It shut in May 2011 and has since been replaced by Taco Bell after being left vacant for years. Two years later the Vancouver location opened at 626 Hornby Street. A great many people think they are thinking when they are merely rearranging their prejudices. by omisimaw Sep 29th, 2009, 11:55 am, Post Oscars Steakhouse. We made many incredible discoveries searching through 50 years of Vancouver magazines archives, and one such delight was artist Orafs photographs of an early 90s Graceland, the epic nightclub thats synonymous with peak Vancouver for many club kids. One of our favorites casual restaurants in downtown Vancouver. } There was a few clubs that I don't think were mentioned. Gandy Dancer She was Vancouvers 10th Empress.. Im sure [Pryor] had that reaction elsewhere to a certain extent, but it captures a bit of what Vancouver was like at a certain timebefore we were quite so culturally hip., Throughout the decades, Walters was a constant presence at the club that bore his name. It was destroyed to make way for new real estate developments. A popular nightclub that gave local talent a chance to sing for a crowd. In that vein, Chapmans 2019 book Vancouver After Dark (Arsenal Pulp Press) takes a detailed look at the citys nightlife in years gone bywith a particular emphasis on the dozens of clubs that have disappeared. A Coquitlam nightclub at 2745 Barnet Highway. Chapman notes, for instance, that a country-western bar from the 1970s called the Purple Steer would later transform into dance music hub Luv-a-Fair in the 1980s (it was leveled for condos in 2003). It was typical, even on weeknights, to see groups catching a set at one club, and scooting around. They were all sparkly, and really quite attractive. Daily, we engage a diverse community and excite our readers to explore the best of their city within the metropolis. Isys Supper Club, initially a Las Vegas-style showroom, was banned from hosting a comedy performance from Lenny Bruce in 1962 over presumed indecency; it remodeled itself a decade later as Isys Strip City to compete with topless wrestling at Club Zanzibar. The supper club dates back to the 1930s. High suspension bridges straddle popular Capilano Canyon and tranquil Lynn Canyon. Its all there and more. Since Vancouver TheatreSports League premiered in 1980 . They probably have no idea where theyre sitting, Chapman said of whoever lives in the condo. With a large dance floor and good drinks, this wasa fun party spot for locals. As a multicultural city, Vancouverites are known for being a laidback, easy-going bunch. Cabana Lounge 9 Bars & Clubs Granville Street Open now By rolandm231 killer place to party for bottle service. It has grown along with the community as a mainstay for entertainment and seems it will always continue to push boundaries. They began hosting club nights back in 1992 and Slam was one of the most . Photo by Kevin Statham/Arsenal Pulp Press. prayer for the dead islam quotes. Like any big city, Vancouver is rapidly changing. Everyone has memories at Gabbys Country Cabaret in Langley. With several restaurants, bars, dance clubs and other nightlife . Drinks aren't too pricey for a club, but that being said make sure" more 2. They were best known for their legendary theme nights of the 80s. This hot spot had been in business for an impressive three decades before closing its doors in 2003. In his 2019 book Vancouver After Dark, author and local historian Aaron Chapman chronicled the citys once-vibrant nightlife and lamented the dozens of clubs that have disappeared. Uber-fashionable and upscale, this celebrity haunt boasts gourmet cocktails and "O bites" and live music from some of Vancouver's best DJs. The Surrey nightclub was a hit in the 2000s but they closed down in 2014 after 18 years in business. listeners: [], They were located in Kits at 3611 Broadway. Bars & Clubs Granville Street 10. It was located at 1250 Richards Street. The Greater Vancouver area has a population of over 2million, which makes it the third-largest metropolitan area in Canada.