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Katz Lounge in Kettering is a neighborhood lounge centered on live music, darts, and bar entertainment, with an active calendar of local and regional bands. Rock, cover bands, party bands, and other variety styles fit naturally within the nightlife setting. For musicians, the room rewards energy, familiar material, and direct crowd interaction. Full bands are a natural fit. Katz Lounge is best suited to local and regional performers that enjoy busy bar crowds and can keep the room engaged throughout the evening. It offers musicians a Kettering stage where live bands are part of the regular entertainment identity.

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(937) 294-9554

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Capacity
180
Age policy
21+
Genres
Classic Rock, Pop, Rock, Top 40
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Address
1221 E. Stroop Road, 45429, United States
Venue phone
(937) 294-9554
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