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Best Places To See Cover Bands In Baltimore

Looking for a good cover band to check out and possibly hire for your next event? Check out these five venues below and you may get lucky!
Rams Head Live
20 Market Place (in Power Plant Live)
Baltimore, MD 21202
(410) 244-1131
www.ramsheadlive.com

Established in 2004, Rams Head Live has proven to be one of Charm city's most popular music venues.  Usually a popular haven for mainstream artists, well-known cover bands like the Legwarmers have also graced the Rams Head stage. All shows are general admission and standing room only, unless otherwise advertised. A very small number of bar stools and bleacher seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and patrons with special needs should call (410) 244-1131 in advance to make arrangements.

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The Ottobar
2549 N Howard St.
Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 662-0069
www.theottobar.com

The Ottobar opened in downtown Baltimore in September 1997 at its first location at 203 E. Davis Street and for nearly two decades has featured its own eclectic mix of local and national talent. On a national level, everyone from the White Stripes, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Jimmy Eat World and Maroon 5 have performed there. Cover bands are no strangers to this stage either. If you're a Reggae fan, stop by on Saturday, July 23 for the Roots Rock Reggae Jamboree! With performances from the Strykers Posse, Proverbs Reggae Band, and Soultonic Hi-Fi w/ DJ Selah, this tribute to the Kings of Reggae is sure to please!

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The Horse You Came In On Saloon
1626 Thames St.
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 327-8111
www.thehorsebaltimore.com

Located in historic Fells Point, the Horse You Came In On Saloon is a cozy and cool spot for eclectic pub style food, a fun atmosphere and live music. Local favorite cover band Hindsight plays here every Thursday night. Check the website for other cover bands who will be gracing the stage this summer. There is also a dress code so be sure to follow the rules in addition to eating, drinking, dancing and dressing to impress!

Cat's Eye Pub
1730 Thames St.
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 276-9866
www.catseyepub.com

Another gem located in historic Fell's Point, the Cat's Eye Pub has been entertaining Baltimore locals since 1975. Stop in soon for your opportunity to eat, drink, and be merry!

Pier Six Pavilion
731 Eastern Ave
Baltimore, MD 21202
(410) 783-4189
www.piersixpavilion.com

Located on Pier Six, of Baltimore's iconic Inner Harbor, this popular outdoor concert venue has been entertaining Charm City since its 1981 debut. Pier 6 has hosted an array of shows from many of entertainment's biggest names in every genre. Come relax on the water on Friday, July 29, as Pier Six welcomes the Dark Star Orchestra, which covers the classic tunes of the Grateful Dead.

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Ashly E.Smith is a freelance writer and native of Baltimore,Maryland. As regular contributor to the Examiner and columnist for Graffiti on the Wall Hip Hop Magazine, she has a strong Pop Culture and Entertainment background. With articles that inspire; as well as,entertain, she enjoys sharing her craft with the masses.
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