McGonigel's Mucky Duck

Open Mike
Every Monday at 7pm

Hosted by Wayne Wilkerson

2425 Norfolk
Houston, TX

Fills up fast, often a WHOLE lot of talent, but I've got to agree that it's not too friendly to beginners. This is definitely a more professional meet and greet. It's good to visit once in a while - the sound's great and it's a cool stage, but that rush for the list is just absurd. I had a friend sit at the wrong table and when the waitress put down her placemat, 10 musicians signed it before she could explain it wasn't the list. Just a little too tense for my taste.
rob ilyAIMY (4/2007): Friendly crowd this night. The sign-up tradition is kind of fun, bring a pen because when the sign-up sheet goes down it's a race for the slots, and pen stabbing is encouraged (just kidding). I heard tonight was more "civilized" than most, as there weren't as many people as a typical night. Great sound, stage and lights. I found the audience to be very attentive and supportive.
Mark Ludmer (4/2006): Acouston/folk/eclectic. Fills up fast. 2 mics and 2 DI's onstage ready to use.
emily (2/2004): Considered by many to be the premier open mic venue in Houston, but it is not particularly friendly to beginners. List fills up within 10 minutes of posting (lots of shoving or being friends with the host is required to get an early slot). The acts are typically very high quality and many local pro's are regulars. Great selection of beers and pretty good meals as well. Mostly folk/singer-songwriter fare and originals are very welcome.
Erik B. Karlsson (2/2004)

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