Mr. Music sells everything a music-enthusiast could want, from cords, stands, tuners, and strings, to a respectable selection of newly-released CDs for an astonishing $10-18. The store carries a wide selection of Airline, Dean, Epiphone, Fender, Gibson, Harmony, Hondo, Joshua, Kent, Phantom, Tacamine, Ventura, and other brands of equipment you probably haven't heard of. Bargains available on new and used guitars, amps, and basses. The store also sells a range of stereos, telephones, Walkmen, keyboards, and sheet music. The helpful staff won't fix stereos but do repair guitar amps. Inside the store is Ticket City , an independent ticket agency for concerts, sporting events, theater, and ballet. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

The Great Scott is a great venue for small to mid-sized bands from all over the country. It's an intimate venue with an admiral bar. Come during the day if you're looking for some bar food and a cold one. They leave the TVs on all day and night, so you don't have to miss the Sox game if you choose to take a night out with your buddies. This is in B.U. territory so expect a younger crowd, but it's still safe for the aging scenesters. Check out their website for upcoming bands. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

As reviewed in Stuff at Night, Monday, March 12th, 2007: The latest in Allston’s retail research, LAB Boston is an experiment in what its owners call “culture-fusing”: a phenomenon they achieve by stocking music, clothing, and collectible toys that appeal to a variety of clienteles. Tunes run the gamut — CDs, vinyl, and digital formats — for electronic-music lovers, and LAB carries urban vinyl toys by Hong Kong’s Toy2R and Germany’s Rockaway Bear, plus apparel from labels like To Die For, Dissizit!, Hellz Bellz, and the store’s own limited-edition line, Limited Apparel Brand. As for the space itself, LAB looks more science class than showroom. Its all-white interior and stainless-steel furniture — on wheels to make room for in-store art shows and music performances — make the room the perfect blank slate on which to showcase LAB’s imaginative inventory.

A nightclub that beats with the heart of Allston itself, Harper's Ferry is a high-energy arena for the excellent music of local and national bands alike. Live shows happen seven nights a week at this club, which is small enough for an up-close and intense experience, but large enough for dancing (or for gathering in groups and nodding your heads). The decor is Spartan and the vibe is cool; there's even an old school photo booth in the back for shooting photos of you and your friends. Located in the center of Allston's action, Harper's Ferry is convenient to other bars and restaurants, including Redneck's which is open after the bars close. Host of the local Battle of the Blues annual competition, Harper's Ferry always gets the best blues acts in Boston (Heavy Metal Horns, Luther “Guitar Junior” Johnson, The Movers). National acts often stop by, including Bo Diddly and B.B. King, who (according to the owners) hails Harper's as his favorite blues venue in the area. With 3 bars, 4 pool tables, 3 dart boards, and 1 cozy stage, the interior is spacious, but the sound is good and loud throughout. The menu features standard greasy bar food ($3-9) and a healthy supply of beers on tap. Friday and Saturday bring the big bands and a slightly older crowd, while on Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday the bar is a major player in the vibrant BC and BU college bar scene. Cover starting at 8pm, $5-12. Neat casual (no tank tops). Shows begin at 9:30 pm, doors at 8pm. For the most up-to-date schedule of events, check their website or call the concert line number.
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Privus is an upscale nightclub, lounge, and sushi restaurant in Allston owned by the proprietors of the Kells. It has music 7 days a week and has a double sided 80 inch TV that is visible from inside and outside the club showing music videos.

BC and BU's version of the Peach Pit, Our House is a refreshing alternative to Harvard's awkward bump 'n' grind at the Hong Kong and snooty Grafton Street/Daedalus crowd. It's as homey as it sounds, with board games to borrow and comfy couches for chilling. The laid-back crowd consistently comes out for M team trivia at 9pm, Tu Simpsons marathons 4-8pm, and W night foosball competitions at 8:30pm. Burgers (around $6) and appetizers (basic buffalo wings, loaded fries, and chili; $4-7) are 2 for 1 every weeknight between 4 and 7pm. The back bar, past the juke box and foosball table, opens after 9pm. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.