点评:Nashville shows come in all sizes and varieties and we found that you don't need to go bigger to go better. We attended a show at the Ryman (seating capacity of 2300+) and then saw another at The Basement (capacity of around 150 to 200? --and with most of that being standing room only). The performers at both places did an incredible job; the Ryman may be an iconic venue worth seeing, but for my money and tastes, the vibe of The Basement provided an up-close and personal experience that delivered a much bigger fun factor.
It truly is in the basement of a building, so lives up to its name. A small place with low ceilings and while I can't say if this is accurate, I seem to think that the walls and ceilings were all painted black (or at least felt like it). While no smoking is permitted, walking in immediately sets the scene for what could have otherwise been a "dark and smoky room" where musicians would get together to play or jam--minus the smoke).
It truly is a mostly "standing room only" kind of place, with the only other (visible) spaces being the small stage, small bar and, of course, restrooms. I had recently had knee surgery and was not able to stand for long periods so was a bit concerned about this, but I spoke to "Phil" and he made sure I had a seat for the duration. From our table and chairs, we could reach out and touch the stage, and see the performers practically eyeball to eyeball. (see photo).
The bar offers the basics: some beers, some wines and some mixed drinks--mostly of the booze and soda variety. If you want some of the colossal/craft cocktails that Music City has to offer, get them someplace else after the show. But if it is live music that you want in an intimate setting, The Basement is the place to be!
翻译:纳什维尔的演出有各种规模和种类,我们发现您不需要规模更大才能做得更好。我们在 Ryman 观看了一场演出(可容纳 2300 多个座位),然后又在 The Basement 观看了另一场演出(可容纳 150 到 200 人?——其中大部分只有站立空间)。两个地方的表演者都表现得非常出色。莱曼 (Ryman) 可能是一个值得一看的标志性场所,但就我的钱和品味而言,地下室的氛围提供了近距离和个人的体验,带来了更大的乐趣。
它确实位于建筑物的地下室,因此名副其实。这是一个天花板很低的小地方,虽然我不能说这是否准确,但我似乎认为墙壁和天花板都漆成黑色(或者至少感觉是这样)。虽然禁止吸烟,但一走进去,立刻就会看到一个“黑暗、烟雾缭绕的房间”,音乐家们会聚在一起演奏或即兴演奏——除了烟雾)。
这确实是一个“只有站立室”的地方,唯一的其他(可见)空间是小舞台、小酒吧,当然还有卫生间。我最近做了膝盖手术,无法长时间站立,所以有点担心,但我和“菲尔”谈过,他确保我在整个过程中都有座位。从我们的桌椅上,我们可以伸手触摸舞台,几乎可以看到表演者们的眼球对着眼球。 (见照片)。
酒吧提供基本的饮品:一些啤酒、一些葡萄酒和一些混合饮料——主要是烈酒和苏打水。如果您想要音乐城提供的一些巨型/手工鸡尾酒,请在演出结束后到其他地方购买。但如果您想要在亲密的环境中欣赏现场音乐,The Basement 就是您的最佳选择!