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Posted in music | venues on June 15, 2009

Williamsburg bar/club Black Betty closes tonight (June 15th)

Tonight = Black Bety's last night (lachance)
Black Betty

Bud Schmeling and Sandy Glover, owners of Black Betty, announce the long-time Williamsburg boite and eatery will close its doors, effectively Monday, June 15th 2009, with Rev. Vince Anderson and his Live Choir taking the stage at 10:30pm featuring a special appearance from TV on the Radio's Jaleel Bunton.

According to Schmeling and Glover, the Metropolitan Avenue in Brooklyn, NY lease was renewed for 10 years at the end of April 2009, however the lease was also offered to other perspective candidates under more lucrative terms. At the end of the battle, Schmeling and Glover conceded and agreed to close by mid June. "We are saddened and heart-broken that this is the end of the Black Betty era," said Glover. "But at this time we're focusing on what a fantastic place Betty means to Brooklyn bands, DJs and of course all of our amazing patrons and friends" she added.

The kitchen and bar, offering North African and Mediterranean dishes and extended happy hours, will be in full swing until close.

A bit of history on the bar, with videos of Rev. Vince sitting in with The Roots at their Highline residency in April, below...

About Black Betty

Since its spring opening in 1999, Black Betty has gained a reputation as a "pioneer" and "Superman of Williamsburg nightlife." Founders Bud Schmeling and Sandy Glover compiled their world travel experiences to transform the once gangster clad Highway Lounge into a hipster sanctuary and Moroccan delight, fondly referred to as "Trashablanca." A true urban oasis, Black Betty beckons Williamsburg locals and tourists alike who crave an array of delectable Mid-Eastern eats, and an eclectic mix of live performers. Nightly live music and DJ spin masters serve up everything from Brazilian rock to soul funk, playing second only to the eclectic Mediterranean/ North African fare.
Reverend Vince Anderson / 1st Set / The Roots Present The Jam / 4.01.09

Reverend Vince Anderson / 2ns Set / The Roots Present The Jam / 4.01.09

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Tags: Black Betty, closing, Jaleel Bunton, Reverend Vince Anderson, The Roots, TV on the Radio, Williamsburg
posted at 1:29 AM on June 15, 2009 in music | venues | Comments (20)

Comments (20)

Hopefully they will put up a luxury condo there in its place.

Posted by Anonymous | June 15, 2009 2:50 AM

or an American Apparel, you never know when a hipster has a fashion emergency

Posted by Anonymous | June 15, 2009 3:39 AM

RIP Black Betty, i'll never forget Hot Rocks Tuesday with Callahan DJing, the host raffling off porn, and THIS RADIANT BOY playing regularly...someone have a High Life and the Moroccan Paella one last time for me :)

Posted by Anonymous | June 15, 2009 9:59 AM

SATAN HATES ME

Posted by Anonymous | June 15, 2009 10:19 AM

I really love this music...

Posted by Laura | June 15, 2009 10:44 AM

Monk One held that place down

Posted by Anonymous | June 15, 2009 10:47 AM

never been there, but I heard Mel Gibson ate there a lot.

Posted by BC | June 15, 2009 11:17 AM

First no McCarren Pool concerts. Now this? More stripping away all that made Williamsburg unique in order to reflect the major element that lives there now and is taking it over. White Betty will probably replace it.

Posted by Anonymous | June 15, 2009 11:39 AM

bam ba lam.

Posted by Anonymous | June 15, 2009 12:18 PM

I went Saturday night but i did not stay as that place was wall to wall PACKED RIP Black Betty The best friday and saturday night parties

Posted by Anonymous | June 15, 2009 12:23 PM

Had many great dance parties at BB. Will be missed.

Posted by Anonymous | June 15, 2009 12:33 PM

yes, a luxury condo indeed for more yuppies to infest the neighborhood!

Posted by Anonymous | June 15, 2009 4:38 PM

"Had many great dance parties at BB."

You and me both, fella!

Posted by Val Loper | June 15, 2009 4:59 PM

"yes, a luxury condo indeed for more yuppies to infest the neighborhood!"

The Yuppies were mostly wiped out in the financial meltdown. The condos are more for the Trustafarians with recession-proof parental assets.

Posted by Anonymous | June 15, 2009 5:01 PM

when is someone going to start a band called The Trustafarians?

Posted by Anonymous | June 15, 2009 5:13 PM

Coole Musik - ich will mehr davon...

Posted by dorni | June 29, 2009 5:30 AM

kabin alımı için geliniz.

Posted by kabin | June 29, 2009 5:38 AM

Great, I really love it.

Posted by Hochzeitstorte | October 7, 2009 4:03 PM

I hope that I could get to join the party in the bar. I'm sure a lot of people would enjoy partying all night.

Posted by boiler parts | May 27, 2010 5:53 AM

They are also one of the best band in early 90's.

I have heard them lot of times and even my grandfather was great fan of them!

Thanks buddy for this awesome post!

Posted by daycare providers | September 10, 2010 5:10 AM

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