Firecreek Grill
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FIRECREEK GRILL; KENT, WA
Swanky karaoke at the Firecreek
By Ty Hughes
Silhouettes of abandoned golf bags sit wearily in the waning light of another gorgeous day in the Pacific Northwest. After an invigorating round of eighteen holes, it’s customary to collapse into a comfortable chair in the bar, commonly known as the “19th hole”, toast your friends and relay stories of your day on the course.
Lights burned brightly inside the Firecreek Grill at Kent’s Riverbend Golf Complex exposing a lively crowd of all ages and tastes, winding down from a long week. The Firecreek Grill is exquisite in design and décor. From the towering river rock fireplace separating the bar from the restaurant, to the rich wood accents and gently curving architectural lines, the Firecreek Grill offers that uptown sophistocation.
The bar and restaurant fills up quickly and stays busy well into the night. Firecreek’s night manager, Judy, and her floor staff, Tanya, Leslie and Kelly, keep everyone smiling and content. Together, they present an exciting menu of intriguing selections, including an extensive array of Sushi, plus steaks, seafood and pastas. But their highlight is the amazing wood-fired pizzas of many different flavors. The prices are reasonable, if not pleasing and so is the service. The girls take good care of you here even when it looks as if they ought to be completely buried.
Susie maintains her karaoke station with style and grace after nearly six months of catering to her singing faithfuls at the Firecreek Grill, which is growing rapidly, by the way. The entire bar was buzzing with lively conversation and activity as Susie beckons Joe, a longtime regular to the show, to the microphone for a bluesy, soulful rendition of Still A Young Man. Susie was quick to give him props for being one of Firecreek’s best singers.
Dressed to kill, Susie kept the crowd engaged and the rotation flowing efficiently throughout the evening. Oren Artlip of Karr Productions (www.karrproductions.com) and his beautiful workforce; Tara, Denise and Alisa, occupied a rear table as he lavished upon them a variety of stylish appetizer plates. One by one, they took turns on the mic.
Dan got up to sing The Next 30 Years before Cathy, a diehard karaoke fan, sang an incredibly moving You Know I’m No Good by Amy Winehouse.
Susie’s closest friends filled two tables in the back of the room in support of their buddy’s karaoke show. Ron, the realtor, was in fine form and managed to keep all the pretty ladies dancing. Even though he hasn’t yet tried his hand at karaoke, he’s currently in training and hopes to come out with a bang very soon.
Karr Productions’ groupie, John, laid down One In A Million You to a wildly appreciative audience and Chaz, aka; Chuck, performed a Country classic with his resonating vocals, while watching his girlfriend and Karr host, Denise, cut a rug with the ever-present Ron.
Host Susie says the crowd at Firecreek is a “hit and miss”, but that the show is definitely growing in popularity. The singers are talented and the song choices are diverse. A richly decorated room lends perfectly to a well-dressed and affluent clientele. The sound volume is tasteful and well distributed, allowing for comfortable conversation throughout the bar and there is plenty of seating options. Everybody is so friendly and interesting.
Susie hosts her karaoke show every Thursday night at the Firecreek Grill from 8pm to midnight. Judy, the Manager, says that karaoke night is one of their busiest nights, along with Monday nights when they host the Billy Shew Band Jam Session and serve half price pizzas until 11:30pm.
Friday and Saturdays at the Firecreek bring in a variety of local live bands, everything from Blues to Classic Rock ‘n Roll.
Plan on a Thursday night of karaoke at the Firecreek Grill at the Riverbend Golf Complex in Kent sometime soon. You’ll quickly become enveloped into the mix, make some new friends and experience a wonderful evening out whether you come alone, with a date or a group of friends.
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McCabe's American Music Cafe
Welcome to the Northwest Karaoke Guide Wednesday, August 13, 2008
MCCABE’S AMERICAN MUSIC CAFE; TACOMA, WA
Good times at McCabe’s
By Ty Hughes
Though McCabe’s American Music Café is best known for its kickin’ country music, cowboys and line dancing, more often than not, you’ll find a wide cross section of good people out for a good time – many of whom don’t even own a pair of cowboy boots.
Good people out for a good time. Whether you work in a downtown office building or actually find yourself plowing the fields by the light of day, there is a seat reserved for you at McCabe’s on downtown Tacoma’s Pacific Avenue any night of the week.
If you’re a lover of the spotlight and prefer to spend your evenings providing the entertainment rather that just sitting back and being entertained, come out to McCabes on a Wednesday night for some rousing karaoke in a rustic setting.
Karr Productions (www.karrproductions.com) is proud to present McCabe’s newest karaoke hostess, Denise, behind the controls and urging folks to let down their guard, take the mic and sing to your heart’s content. Denise, a longtime McCabe’s patron, has recently been given the opportunity to host the karaoke here every Wednesday night from 8:30pm to 12:30am. Her on-mic persona is engaging, authentic and contemporary, giving onlookers a free pass to wrap their hands around the mic for the very first time or the thousandth. Her posse of girlfriends, all gorgeous, much like Denise herself, typically make their way to McCabe’s every Wednesday night to show their support, turning the entire bar into a lighthearted and whimsical party-like atmosphere.
Candy and “T” can usually be found behind the bar if not meandering throughout the vast interior, mingling with an exuberant crowd surrounding the gigantic dance floor, keeping everyone’s glass full. They offer some incredible drink specials, available only during the karaoke on Wednesdays, including $2.00 Bud and Bud Lights and $4.00 Crown Royal or Jose Cuervo shots. As if you needed yet another reason to spend a humpday at McCabes, they are both complete service experts – always upbeat and smiling.
The crowd, though separated by the humongous dance floor and pulsating lightshow, is fun and surprisingly close. There is always room for more personalities in this place and they make you feel immediately welcome and comfortable.
Beware! McCabe’s may be addictive to your insatiable nightly entertainment fulfillment. One of Karr Productions owner, Oren Artlip’s favorite hangouts, he was on hand Wednesday, July 16th for his own 46th birthday celebration. Surrounded by friends and beautiful girls (as usual), Oren was the recipient of several donated cocktails, not to mention a couple of close, personal dances with his close friend, Annette. At one point, they were the sole source of entertainment as she gifted him with his birthday dance. They alone occupied center stage as their dance bordered on some kind of kinky slash dirty dancing expose. Everyone in the place was laughing with them and spurring them on with cheers, etc. Good times.
Kirt, a karaoke regular, busted out of the gates with “You Give Love A Bad Name”. Les and Sheryl showed up and bestowed their gift unto a grateful audience, Matt sang “Everything I do” before cowboy Chris, who will be moving back to West Virginia soon, got the crowd up and dancing to a believable version of “Good Directions”.
Chaz dedicated “Last Summer” to his favorite host, Denise and Gunny, who just retired from the Marines two days earlier, presented the audience with “It’s Your Song”.
Denise, Annette and Mary did a joint version of “Does He Love You” and the night poured onward, along with the beer.
Come one, come all to McCabe’s American Music Café anytime of the week, but if you want to enjoy Denise and her lively karaoke show, make it a Wednesday. 12:30am will surely come way too soon, so get there early and snag your seat. Tell Candy or “T” that you read about them in the Karaoke & Entertainment Guide.
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POPPA’S PUB
Welcome to the Northwest Karaoke Guide Wednesday, July 16, 2008
POPPA’S PUB; KENT, WA
Poppa’s Pub welcomes singers
By Ty Hughes
Karr Productions (www.karrproductions.com) is on fire! Oren Artlip is like a man possessed, signing new contracts all over the Seattle area. In a testament to the vast popularity of karaoke these days, Oren has increased his karaoke business three-fold over the past few months.
Most recently, Karr Productions has landed a brand new account at the landmark Poppa’s Pub, located at 510 Washington Avenue North in Kent.
Poppa’s Pub is now featuring an upbeat karaoke show from 8pm to midnight every Wednesday with host Susie and then on Sundays with Karr’s newest host, Christy.
Christy is new to the industry as a host, but her singing experience dates back to her childhood. She is absolutely incredible in song and an exciting host. Full of bubbly vivaciousness, Christy is anxious to accommodate her singer’s requests and makes them feel completely comfortable whether novice or pro on the mic.
Christy can make a Whitney song sound like the most effortless performance, hitting each note with perfection. Her turns on the mic leave the audience speechless and craving more. And, she’s gorgeous to boot - a common denominator at all of Oren’s shows. He has a knack for finding the most beautiful women that can carry a tune and have a great personality!
Poppa’s Pub has a raised stage area in the middle of a massive interior of square footage, where Christy sets up her gear and proudly welcomes everyone to get up and shed their inhibitions.
Just one month into the show, Poppa’s is fast becoming one of Kent’s premier locations for karaoke. And once people get the opportunity to sing under Christy’s digital direction, and experience her bubby personality, her karaoke following is bound to explode.
When she’s not assisting someone in a requested duet to make them feel more comfortable, she’s busy cleaning the songbooks and tidying up her table. She makes friends easily and won’t hesitate to venture into the crowd and mingle with her singers.
The sound system is clear and concise, filling the bar with the beautiful sound of music (hopefully). John was on hand late one Sunday night and jumped up on stage to give a rousing performance of Me And Mrs. Jones - one of my personal faves. He knocked it outta the park!
Then, the striking Lucy, a bilinguist, came up and sang some of Selena’s greatest from a disk that she’d brought from her own collection. Absolutely awesome! Spanish karaoke is some of the most incredible sounding music there is.
Poppa’s Pub is rich in decor with dark woods and a plush, inviting atmosphere that allows you to sink into your chair and spend an entire evening without a care. Order up a tasty libation from their efficient and friendly floorstaff and consider putting your name into the rotation for karaoke.
Poppa’s also offers nine pool tables, two dart boards and video games in the other room. Tons of big screen TVs for sporting events, great food and drink specials to enjoy.
Make Poppa’s Pub your next destination for a memorable karaoke experience, now underway every Wednesday and Sunday night!
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Gregory's
Welcome to the Northwest Karaoke Guide Saturday, June 21, 2008
GREGORY’S; SEATAC, WA
Time-honored Gregory’s renewed
By Sue Sawyer
As long as karaoke has been around Seattle, Gregory’s across from Sea-Tac Airport has always been loyal to the art five nights-a-week and continues to set the bar for quality standards and for drawing a large array of talent to its room. That and all the fun singing too in a place immersed in years of memories that include the legendary “Bobby Joe” shows catering to the best singers in the area who traveled to Gregory’s for their five minutes of fame against the backdrop of “new technology.”
Today, Karr Productions (www.karrproductions.com) keeps the magic alive in Gregory’s newly renovated digs, adding comfy living room-styled chairs, lower restaurant sized tables with along-the-wall banquets for an opportunity to try out Red Lion’s exceptional, bountiful culinary arts at very popular prices.
The upside-down airplane is gone along with any flying references. New large plasma TVs surround the barroom and the old black curtained stage is gone along with the old bulky sound equipment. Only the Pioneer disc collection remains and the huge collection of discs Karr collected over the years. JBLs fill the room quite well and there is no “crank up” issue for the songs that need it. All the hostesses are trained well in mixing sound. Elisa who runs the show Saturdays worked in sound studios, sang with a Federal Way-based jazz band for years before hosting. She takes pride in making her singers be all they can. Aury on Wednesdays and Thursdays tune in her jazz followers and others as if they were performing live radio gigs. On Fridays, Tara caters to the “glad the week’s over” crowd, while Virginia brings out the country in people on “laidback” Tuesdays.
Every karaoke night is special for those who choose to spend their evenings in the bar. The staff is prompt and professional with a pleasing aire and are quick to point out their favorite menu choices when asked. No charge for parking. If you can’t find one in front of Gregory’s or along the hotel sides tell the valet where you are going and hand them the vehicle.
A rare event on a Saturday night featured Kody, a karaoke virgin who was persuaded to sing “Leaving On A Jet Plane” along with friend and gifted singer, Regina. She joined him to start and then she slowly made her way away from Kody allowing him to fly solo. He was so wrapped up in what he was doing he didn’t even notice she had left. His other friend, Charles, cried out at the end of the performance: “You’re no longer a cherry boy!” After that, Kody was all charged up to sing “Killing Me Softly.” Regina stayed to strut her stuff singing “Do You Want To Dance” and the next round chose “I’ve Got You Babe” dueting with Charles. Her sultry low range voice also worked for Billy Extine music.
Another sultry sounding lady was Carrie singing “Summertime.” Her friend Sue with bangs, straight hair and voice like Streisand performed the haunting “The Summer Knows.” Francisco, who was also thinking summer, chose “The Summer Wind.” Maybe Phil was longing for summer weather too with his rendition of “I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Blues.” Carol nailed “What A Wonderful World” while Manny shined doing “The Lady Is A Tramp.” Genelle presented “Nobody Does It Better” and Doug did the popular “Home.”
The rotation moved very quickly and singers could easily sing four or five songs through 9:00 to 1:30. Discs are welcome and are treated very carefully although the songbooks are loaded with all genres. For that classy, special night out, your money and talent goes very far at Gregory’s. You’ll also become “family” to the gals that run the show and the bar.
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No Bull Saloon
NO BULL SALOON; RENTON, WA
Karaoke bliss every Friday at the No Bull Saloon
By Ty Hughes
In case you’re wondering where all your friends are going on Friday nights, let me inform you. They’re all at the No Bull Saloon on Renton’s eastern slope, no doubt, just off Sunset Blvd.
From the street, the No Bull is unassuming and small looking, but once you see their humongous sign halfway up the Sunset hill, pull in and check this place out! You’ll be surprised at how massive the interior is here. You’ve probably passed the place a zillion times, thought about stopping in, but never have. Well, now’s your chance. Believe me when I tell you, this place is hoppin’ on Fridays.
The crowd is super fun and nice, easy to meet – you’re sure to leave with several new friends. Ty Franzer, owner, is one of the coolest dudes you’ll ever know and he makes it a point to fraternize with his patrons on a regular basis. They all know and love him. He returns the love by providing some of the sexiest bartenders and best food and drinks he can muster up.
Kristi, the new karaoke host, says Ty is a “crazy guy” who “really gets ‘em going.” Kristi has recently been installed by Karr Productions (www.karrproductions.com) as the pioneer karaoke host to introduce karaoke to the No Bull Saloon audience and so far she’s been a huge hit! Everybody loves this girl. She fits in perfectly and has been officially accepted as one of the gang here. Her faithful singing enthusiasts come back every week to enjoy her new show, now just a couple months old. She runs an extensive CAVs system bursting with 11,000+ song selections, and the music is loud and clear. We’ve unleashed a monster at the No Bull Saloon, producing and cultivating a brand new band of karaoke lovers. And fun? Whoa! Talk about letting down your guard – these folks know how to party! Whether you’re a type A personality, type B, C, D or Z, you’re going to love the atmosphere here people! Kristi’s stage persona is easy-going and lighthearted. She exudes people skills brimming with creative appreciation for music and a caring personality. She truly loves her following and it shows in her dealings with each and every one of them, and she gets it back ten-fold. Her voice is amazing, in fact she just signed on with a popular local band, The Brickhouse Band, as a front singer. She’s just a tiny, little thing, but her talent and stage presence is big enough for even the largest room. Her Friday nights are dedicated to providing a rip-roaring karaoke atmosphere for everyone on the hill and beyond.
Ty says he appreciates the crowd that hangs out at his bar saying, “There are never any fights or arguing here.” The people are lively and polite.
Come in and check out the food at the No Bull. They’ve put together a menu full of fan favorites including the ever-popular Italian Grinder, not to mention the wildly popular breakfasts, served all day long! Artichoke and spinach dip, poppers, nachos, soups, salads, rib and prawn baskets, burgers, wraps, fettucinis, calzones, pizzas and lots more make the No Bull the place for your next meal.
Weekly specials include, two tacos or enchiladas for $2.50 on Mondays, Tri-tip steak dinner for $12.99 on Tuesdays, Full rack of ribs dinner for $14.99 on Wednesdays, 12oz. Prime Rib dinner for $12.99 Thursdays, fresh fish and chips for $7.99 on Fridays, any sandwich and fries for $6.50 on Saturdays and ½ price, 15 inch pizzas on Sunday.
Next time you’re traveling up Sunset Blvd, stop into the No Bull Saloon for a great time. Karaoke is offered every Friday night with Kristi. They’re open at 11am on weekdays, 8am Saturdays and 9am Sundays.
You’re gonna love this bar!
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Fusion Ultra Lounge
FUSION ULTRA LOUNGE; SEATTLE, WA
Fusion Ultra Lounge on another level
By Ty Hughes
Attention karaoke lovers! There’s a brand new place in the U-District to practice and perfect your craft. The Fusion Ultra Lounge just opened their doors in October under the ownership of the young, vibrant and beautiful Vanessa and her cohort, Troy.
Don’t mistake Vanessa’s youthful appearance as inexperience – she owns three bars and just recently sold one! This girl knows what’s going on folks and she’s building a small empire!
Her latest venture, the Fusion Ultra Lounge, sits just off I-5 on NE 45th directly across from Petco. As are most locations in the U-District, the Fusion is unassuming on the exterior, but upon entering the doors, you are thrust into an ambiance of rich reds and blacks, flowing sheer drapery and expensive drop lighting to create the mood. The ceilings are covered by billowing white cloth with wide swoops of softness, while the hardwood floors are tastefully covered with large, plush Asian area rugs. Three black leather couches and accompanying lounge tables surround an elevated and mostly enclosed stage area where karaoke host Robert, aka DJ Forest Gump, works his magic! DJ Forest Gump (don’t ask), busies himself behind a fully stocked and operational CAVS system which provides the singers with almost 11,000 song selections and a booming sound to fill the intimate bar. JBL speakers tower overhead and keep the dancing going well into the wee hours of the morning. There is no dance floor to speak of, but that doesn’t stop the hordes of beautiful women from dancing around the room wherever they can find a patch of real estate to shake their money-makers. And, let me tell you guys – there are three girls to every guy here – so what are you waiting for? Get on down to the Fusion Ultra Lounge for some seriously good times!
The stage is quite unique in that it is surrounded by half walls and ornate support columns with flowing white fabric for accents. The singers enter the stage area and enjoy an artistic space of their own, but their voices are projected loudly throughout the entire bar.
It’s a multi-level bar with plenty of seating, each area with an attitude of its own and each as interesting as the next. The bar is on a separate level of its own, complete with stand-up tables, bar stools and soft couches as well. Daren, otherwise known as Mr. Montana (don’t ask), keeps the drinks flowing and never stops smiling. His charm and good looks adds to the experience at the Fusion.
Did I mention the beautiful girls? OMG! Laughing and giggling and dancing, they definitely become the centerpiece to an already exciting evening out.
The Fusion Ultra Lounge lives up to it’s name as Ultra Lounge and is quite the draw for the younger, more beautiful crowd who love their karaoke fun! DJ Forest Gump fits right in with his tall stature and shining pearly whites. His appreciation for his “job” is obvious while he dances the night away from behind his equipment, fulfilling the requests of his faithful and growing audience. He manages the karaoke here every Tuesday from 9:30pm to close and also hosts at the J&M Café in Pioneer Square every Monday night.
The Fusion presents a creative, upscale menu with an emphasis on quality. They offer a $4.00 Happy Hour menu from 5pm-7pm daily along with ½ price appetizers during karaoke.
Free Wi-Fi is available for those who dare to lug their ‘puters around with them.
Weekly specials and entertainment include $1.00 PBRs and $2.00 Bud and Bud Light all night long on Tuesdays during the karaoke show. Wednesdays at the Fusion feature ½ off your tab night, including both food and drink, plus DJ Spam I Am spins your Hip Hop favorites. On Thursdays it’s $1.00 wells College Night featuring DJ Yianni at the helm. Fridays brings Top 40 Mash-Ups and R&B with DJ Prime. Saturday nights at the Fusion is Salsa Latin Night with DJ Delicious and DJ Tonito with exclusive guest DJs.
The Fusion Ultra Lounge is open Tuesday through Saturday from 5pm to 2am, so get plenty of sleep on Sunday and Monday and plan on spending the rest of your week at this fun and uniquely plush bar where you’re sure to make new friends aplenty!
Visit them online at fusionultralounge.com or contact them by phone at (206) 774-9296. Parking is available across the street. Come on out and see how the college crowd parties hearty at the all new Fusion Ultra Lounge in the U-District and say hi to Vanessa and Troy!
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McCabe's
MCCABE’S AMERICAN MUSIC CAFE; TACOMA, WA
New karaoke show at McCabe’s
By Ty Hughes
“Go big or go home!” Undoubtedly the common mantra when architects designed and built Tacoma’s premier country and western bar, McCabe’s American Music Cafe.
As it is with any true cowboy, the “big” theme is sustained in classic form here; big drinks, big hats, big boots, big dance floor, big sound and now, big karaoke! Every Wednesday night at McCabe’s on Pacific Avenue in downtown Tacoma, the beautiful and amazingly talented Virginia Ashby of Karr Productions, takes over the controls at her makeshift karaoke station alongside the massive dance floor. Seemingly miles from the bar, where “T” and Candy hold court, Virginia invites a faithful and growing karaoke fan base to make the trek across the expanse and jump on the mic for some karaoke fun.
High-grade, elevated Mackie speakers surround her professional sound equipment, aiming her singer’s crystal clear vocals into the center of the massive room for optimum distribution. The music is also piped through a multitude of speakers scattered throughout the entire bar, ensuring that everyone is blessed with the outstanding talent of McCabe’s friendly singers. Virginia busily tends to the controls in an effort to produce the best balance of lyrics to music.
With regard to music and mixing, she is definitely no slouch. She recently celebrated her latest CD release on February 9, 2008 to an appreciative crowd. Having written and performed all of the tracks herself, along with a couple of choice guest accompaniments, the final product is truly something to behold.
Sometime in the middle of her karaoke show at McCabe’s, she treated us to a stunning performance of a Whitney Houston classic. After a jaw-dropping rendition, the bar erupted with applause. Virginia is held in ultra-high esteem among her friends and fans alike and her CD will no doubt enjoy extreme praise from critics of every stature.
The Wednesday karaoke show at McCabe’s is brand new and karaoke enthusiasts are responding in huge numbers, making this their newest hangout for quality karaoke. Coming from far and wide to participate in their favorite pastime, Virginia’s personality and experience is already bringing in more customers than the authentic cowboy bar has ever seen on a humpday.
Situated above a seven-foot stone fireplace at the far end of the dance floor, the lyrics are superimposed on a gigantic projection screen. There is also a personal monitor in front of the singer who chooses to remain behind the microphone beside the equipment, but most prefer the mobility of the cordless mics, allowing them to sing from anywhere in the bar.
A rustic, distressed wooden interior lends a certain authenticity and warmth, characteristic of the most typical of country and western dance clubs. It’s certainly not all country music sung here however. The singer’s general song selection is wide and diverse. In fact, there were fewer country selections performed than anything else.
Cathy stood in the center of the dance floor, surrounded by swirling lights as she laid down an incredible performance to everyone’s enjoyment. Beth did a great version of “Ashes By Now” before six of the most gorgeous “McCabe’s Girls” took their turn with a suicide selection of Virginia’s choice; “Before He Cheats”. Giddy and excited as they circled the mic, they were Denise, Diane, Robyn, Anna, Angie and Dena.
Dean, a media promoter dressed in a fine suit, sang a raspy “Midnight Hour” in perfect pitch. Ms. Cinny took centerstage barefoot, singing “Stand By Your Man”. Her companion, Kirt, stood beneath a proud and colorful American flag, busting out with a goofy “Guitarzan”, complete with jungle Tarzan yells. Kirt and Ms. Cinny are karaoke regulars and are extremely happy that McCabe’s now offers karaoke on Wednesday nights. They love this bar and Virginia, but travel around the Sound in search of good karaoke.
Denise performed “Midnight Train To Georgia” and then Gary, a George Jones look-alike, sang “Neon Moon” which immediately drew the dancers out to the floor. Many of these folks are quite good on their feet, shuffling around the floor, twirling and two-stepping.
Carol got up from her table of friends, singing “Believe” while standing all alone in the middle of the giant dance floor, dwarfed by it’s shear size.
Candy and “T” happily tended bar to a roomful of friends and friendly folks. They’ve appreciated the boost in business on Wednesdays since Virginia began offering karaoke here midweek.
Karr Productions is taking the karaoke world by storm, adding four new venues to their lineup just in the last month. When asked about his recent growth spurt, Karr’s owner, Oren Artlip, says he wants to become the biggest karaoke provider in the state. Well on his way, Oren already offers karaoke at eight different locations from Seattle to Redmond to Tacoma, including McCabe’s (Tacoma), Gregory’s (SeaTac), Ohana (Belltown), No Bull Saloon (Renton), J&M Café (Pioneer Square), Firecreek Grill (Kent), VFW Hall (Redmond), Fusion Lounge (U-District). Oren aligns himself with some of the industries most beautiful hosts, drawing singers and non-singers by the truckloads to his shows around the Puget Sound area.
Do yourself a favor. Grab your karaoke buddies and head out to McCabe’s American Music Café in downtown Tacoma and get your sing on every Wednesday night with the incomparable Virginia Ashby. Once you’ve experienced her show, you’ll be spoiled and will want nothing else but McCabe’s karaoke!
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