One of the most anticipated openings of the past year was the bowling alley, restaurant, lounge and music venue in the former Kmart at the intersection of Gallatin Pike and Briley Parkway. Two of Eastside Bowl’s principal partners are Chark Kinsolving, who helped start the now-defunct Mercy Lounge venue suite, and Jamie Rubin, who founded also-now-defunct East Nashville institution The Family Wash. Among the highlights of their new multipurpose facility: a delightful new music venue, dubbed The Wash at Eastside Bowl. It can host up to 750 people and books a wide variety of acts — particularly eschewing bro country and making room for hip-hop, rising dance pop and lots more. The spot is welcoming to service industry folks on their nights off, and there’s some significant separation between the venue and the bowling lanes. Hot tip: In addition to following the main Eastside Bowl account on Instagram, check out @kmartconcerts for venue-specific information.
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