WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED?

Please contact us for details at thebacksidestl@gmail.com or DM us at @thebacksidestl on Instagram. You can also reach out to one the performers for this information.

ARE MINORS ALLOWED AT SHOWS?

Generally, no. The exception is Sundays when we do "dry" shows that are all ages by default. Otherwise, on a weekday, if an all ages show is announced, it will be an afternoon matinee. The majority of the time, howard, The Backside is a 21+ event space.

WHERE CAN I PURCHASE TICKETS?

We are a cash-only business. The only way to buy a ticket is to show up on time and pay cash at the door.

WHAT IS THE PHOTO-POLICY FOR THE SHOWS?

No flash photography. Photography and video is only permitted during the first 3 songs of each set. 

If you would like us to share some of your photos on Instagram, feel free to send them to thebacksidestl@gmail.com or DM us at @thebacksidestl. Please include your name/handle for photo credit. 

If a band has their own photo policy for their show, this will override our house policy. Please check with the venue on the day of show to see if there is a band photo policy in place.

WHAT IS THE BACKPACK/BAG POLICY FOR SHOWS?

All bags entering Doug Fir Lounge are subject to search. Large bags (backpacks, messenger bags, luggage, etc.) are prohibited.

IS THE VENUE ADA ACCESSIBLE?

Yes. There is a street-level entrance and an ADA-compliant bathroom. If you need special assistance or have questions, please contact us at thebacksidestl@gmail.com or DM us at @thebacksidestl.

ARE SERVICE ANIMALS ALLOWED?

Service animals are allowed at The Backside. Under the ADA, a service animal is defined as a dog that has been individually trained to do work or perform tasks for an individual with a disability. The task(s) performed by the dog must be directly related to the person’s disability. The ADA requires that service animals be under the control of the handler at all times. Generally, the animal must stay on the floor; seating, food, and drink are provided for customer use only. Please contact us with any further questions: thebacksidestl@gmail.com or DM us at @thebacksidestl.

I WANT TO PERFORM/PRODUCE A SHOW/PRIVATE EVENT HERE, WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW?

Read over our FAQ and specs and if the venue seems like a good fit, contact us at thebacksidestl@gmail.com or DM us at @thebacksidestl.

Booking Shows:

For all booking inquiries, please email us at thebacksidestl@gmail.com or DM us at @thebacksidestl. We are not genre-specific in booking but we may not be the best fit for your band. 

If your band, show, or event is openly racist, sexist, homophobic or transphobic this is where you hit "close tab" and look elsewhere. 

If you’ve made it this far please feel free to forward over any or all of: an electronic press kit, links to your various social media outlets, and any other material that you’d like to share with us. If you are booking a tour or planning an album release, it would be helpful to include an ideal time frame that you’re interested in booking.

Thanks for taking the time to read this and we look forward to hearing your music!

WHAT ARE THE VENUE TECHNICAL SPECS?

Overall Capacity: 150 standing, 100 seated
Stage Dimensions: 10ft x 12ft
Sound System: 800 watt stereo PA, subs/horns, 16 channel snake
Mics: (4) SM58s, (2) SM57s, stands
Mixer: Mackie 16 channel
HOUSE FX: EQ, Compression, Reverb

Yes, we are able to record your show. You'll get a stereo mix from the mixer and room mics as two separate files.

WHAT IS IT?

It's it.