Kentucky:Lexington

From Louisville Punk/Hardcore History

Lexington, KY is a little less than an hour away from downtown Louisville. Several bands from Louisville play there quite a bit and kids in Lexington consider Louisville and Lex to be one in the same because of the short distance.

Lexington, taking after E-Town, has been both a source and a haven for members of Louisville bands, including former National Acrobat member Phil Stosberg and former Kodan Armada guitarist Adam Rains. Interesting fact: Bad Brains singer H.R. lived in Lexington for a brief stint in 1999.

Bands

Record Labels

Zines

  • Eugene Zine

Venues

  • The 37 Center
  • Mecca
  • The H.U.G.
  • Beaumont YMCA
  • Northside Library
  • UK Student Center Lawn
  • Artsplace
  • 806 Records
  • The Dame
  • Short Street Lounge
  • 129 Clay Street
  • Memorial Hall

Places of Interest

  • Tolly Ho
  • Asian Wind
  • Joe Bologna's
  • The Pita Pit
  • CD Central
  • Alfalfa's
  • Tonio's
  • University of Kentucky
  • The Icehouse
  • Charles Mansion

Booking