1865 Steak Seafood & Cigars is a multi-level Washington venue combining dining, cigars, private events and live music. R&B, jazz and other live-band styles suit the 21+ atmosphere, where performers should expect a sophisticated social crowd rather than a focused concert audience. Strong vocals, groove and controlled volume should matter more than theatrical production.
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12 Stories is wharf rooftop cocktail lounge hosting live bands and private events. The programming spans R&B, Jazz, Sax, and Lounge, giving artists a useful sense of what already works in the room. Programming includes a live house band with drums, guitar and sax. Capacity is listed as 170 seated. Age access is 21+ after 6 PM. The outdoor setting favors acts that can establish the mood quickly and keep a dispersed crowd connected to the stage. It looks like a worthwhile date for acts that are comfortable turning a public space into a real performance.
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- Capacity
- 170
- Age policy
- 21+
- Genres
- Jazz, Lounge, R&B
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- 75 District Square SW, Washington, DC 20024, United States
- Venue phone
- 202-257-6121
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