It simply doesn't stand out. I've seen many shows at a variety of small venues and this one lacks character and the intense intimacy of a tiny venue and at the same time the comfort of a large venue. It seems to be between sizes. Although it has a relatively large outdoor patio for them smokers and a nice platform in the back of the venue in case you don't like to be a part of the waves and moshpits. I've seen Interpol, Innerpartysystem, and AFI here. All of the shows especially IPS were great sound quality/equipment wise. Like I said it doesn't stand out, there doesn't seem to be anything special about it like for example, The Warfield in San Fransisco (same size, it has the character of an opera house) or The Boardwalk in Sacramento (same size, it has the character of a sea side shack). Both of these venues have a certain vibe, style - character! Sadly, this venue does not.