Nashville's first punk club, officially "Herr Harry's Phranks & Steins Rathskeller." Operated by Rick Champion from January-November 1980. Booked R.E.M.'s first Nashville show for guarantee. Shut down over licensing issues and police pressure.
Ushered in Nashville's DIY punk scene. Despite only 15 months of operation, established the template for Nashville's alternative music community of 30+ devoted fans.
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We're collecting stories from musicians who performed at Phrank’s (Historical Venue)