Cultural Event 2 - Wiretap Show, 1/28/14 at 100 Proof Tattoo

On January 28th, 2014, I  attended a local music show at 100 Proof Tattoo in Martinsburg, WV.  This was the first show that 100 Proof Tattoo had ever hosted.  It's still up in the air at the moment, but employees and the owner of the shop have tossed around the idea of opening a professional music venue at the location.  This show was a trial run that ended up working out pretty well.  Several local Hardcore bands played that evening including Wiretap and Distances.

Martinsburg, WV has always had a steady underground music culture over the past 10 years.  While the music may not always stay consistent, the energy of new bands displaying new musical ideas is always thriving.  Despite the fact that a music scene has existed in the area for a long time, there has still never been a designated all ages venue for local musicians to play at.

With this show as a good start, 100 Proof Tattoo is becoming more and more convinced that opening a local venue would be a good idea.

The show itself was great! This predominately Hardcore show consisted of the artists Sailor's Mouth, Distances, Wiretap and Black Mask.  I hope to see more shows at this venue in the future and to eventually play here with my band as well.

Wiretap performing.  I am pictured, second from the left, watching their set.