Karaoke
If the urge to get on a stage and sing your favorite Madonna hit or play air guitar while singing free bird, a karaoke bar is what you're looking for and Springfield doesn't disappoint. Three of the more popular karaoke clubs are:
The Firehouse Tavern
430 E. Monroe St
Springfield, IL 62701
(217) 522-1717
L & L Stockyards
3045 Sangamon Ave.
Springfield, IL 62703
(217) 789-0440
The Gas House Lounge
302 S Dirksen Pkwy
Springfield, IL 62703
(217) 753-9128
Jazz/Blues
With its proximity for Chicago, one of the Mecca's of Jazz and blues, Springfield gets its share of top talent. The city has more than its share of jazz bars and live bands can be found just about every night of the week.
Lime Street Cafe
951 S Durkin Dr.
Springfield, IL 62704.
(217) 793-1905
Marly's Pub
9 W. Old State Capitol Plaza,
Springfield, IL 62704.
(217) 522-2280
Phil's Lounge.
20 S. 1st Street,
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 522-6300
Live Bands
While several clubs in Springfield feature live bands from time-to-time only a few are capable of making it a true rocking experieince. If live music is what you crave and you want it loud and racucous any of these clubs will suffice:
The Underground City Tavern
700 East Adams Street,
Springfield, IL 62701
(217) 789-1530
Trading Post Saloon
731 S. Durkin Dr.
Springfield, IL, 62704
(217) 787-8434
Dance Clubs
There are seveal clubs in the Springfield area that play top 40 dance music as well as hip hop, house and club music. Two of the more popular clubs with visting DJS as well as theme nights include:
Karma
625 S First St
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 522-1907
Catch 22
11 W. Old State Capitol Plaza
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 522-5730
Oldies/Classic Rock
If you refuse to dance ot anything recorded before 1989, Springfield has a few choices for you.
Rockin Robin
2909 N Dirksen Pkwy
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 528-5200
Chantilly Lace
2660 S 5th St
Springfield, IL 62703
(217) 522-7447
Alternative lifestyles
Springfield is a progressive city and has something for just about everyone. For those looking for alterntive lifestyle clubs, there are three to choose from in Sprindfield including:
Jimmez & Co.
2143 N. 11th St.
Springfield, IL 62703
(217) 525-6717
Smokey's Den
411 E. Washington
Springfield, IL 62703
(217) 522-0301
The Station House
306 E. Washington
Springfield, IL 62703
(217) 525-0438
About The Author
Tom Nari teaches screenwriting and journalism in Southern California. With a degree in creative writing from Loyola University, Nari has worked as a consultant to the motion picture industry as well as several non-profit organizations dedicated to the betterment of children through aquatics. Nari has written extensively for GolfLink, Trails and eHow.
