Peppermint Lounge

New York, United States

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ABOUT

Reopened 1960s discotheque as rock-bar in Midtown.

SIGNIFICANCE

Mixed new-wave, punk and dance, helping launch MTV-era acts. Notable acts included The Cramps, The Go-Gos, Duran Duran. This 1980s incarnation transformed the famous 1960s twist venue into a new wave/punk hub.

MUSIC & CHARACTER

MUSIC POLICY

GENRES

new wave punk dance rock

QUICK FACTS

ADDRESS100 W 45th St, Midtown, Manhattan

YEARS ACTIVE1980 - 1985

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