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Ollie's Skate Shop doubles as a DIY live-music space for amplified rock, metal, punk and alternative bands. The all-ages setting and skate-shop context give it a grassroots scene feel rather than a polished event-venue atmosphere. Independent acts with real energy and community credibility should be a much stronger fit than corporate or reception-style bands.

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Zahck
Role
Talent Buyer
(903) 470-7017

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Capacity
60
Age policy
All Ages
Genres
Alternative, Experimental, Hardcore, Indie, Metal, Pop Punk, Punk
Sound & production
House sound system
Address
105 W Tyler Street, 75601, United States
Venue phone
(903) 470-7017
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