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J.C. Dobbs
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South Street bar that booked Nirvana, Pearl Jam and Green Day pre-fame.
SIGNIFICANCE
Philadelphia's premier alternative venue from 1975-96. Booked Nirvana, Pearl Jam, and Green Day before they became famous. Ownership change led to closure in 1996 (later reopened under new name). "J.C. Dobbs closed in 1996."
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ADDRESSSouth Street
YEARS ACTIVE1975 - 1996
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