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The Channel
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1,700-cap South Boston rock bar where U2, Ramones, Metallica played early tours.
SIGNIFICANCE
Large-capacity venue from 1980-91 that hosted major touring acts early in their careers. U2, Ramones, and Metallica all played here. Bankruptcy forced closure in 1991. "The Channel shut its doors in 1991."
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ADDRESSSouth Boston
YEARS ACTIVE1980 - 1991
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