Over the next few days we will be profiling the Top Ten Searchlight Clubs. Don't forget to support your favourite neighbourhood live music venue!

VOTE NOW. VOTE OFTEN

Venue:  
The Starlight social Club

Location:
Waterloo ON

How Long has the Club Been Open:  
Starlight's been open 5 1/2 years, but only because Jane Bond had been a venue 10 years previous.

Why It Should Win Searchlight:
For the children!

Five Of The Best Bands That Have Played Your Club:  
We're unable to answer.  Too many great bands have played here, it would be impossible to think of only 5.

One Of The Most Memorable Moments: 
White Cowbell Oklahoma.  Within 3 minutes - ceiling almost catching fire, pumpkins spraying everywhere from chainsaws all over sound system & topless go-go girls.

A Little-Known Fact About Your Club:  
Ronnie Hawkins lived in Waterloo for a month straight and played The Starlight every Friday night.

Your Secret To Success:
Lord loves the working man. Never trust The Man. Shit. Shinola.

What You Would Do To Celebrate If You Win:  
Put this bitch up for sale!

(Thanks to Josh Koehler & Bernard Kearney for sending in this profile!)
posted by John Paolozzi on Feb 20, 2009