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The Mink Eye operates in El Dorado, Arkansas, with capacity and age details worth confirming before a date is announced. The Mink Eye is an El Dorado nightlife staple of live music and good times. Most shows take place on Friday and Saturday nights, but they are flexible. Musically, The Mink Eye accommodates Acoustic and All Genres. The Mink Eye accepts booking inquiries by email. Artists need to confirm The Mink Eye’s sound system, monitoring, available backline, and technical staffing. Artists should confirm The Mink Eye’s final schedule and show-specific deal before publishing the date. Show inquiries for The Mink Eye are handled by its talent buyer function.

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Jesse
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Talent Buyer

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(870) 918-7940

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Age policy
21+
Genres
Acoustic, All Genres
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Address
117 E. Main Street, 71730, United States
Venue phone
(870) 862-9500
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