Velour Live Music Gallery Llc

Address:	Velour Live Music Gallery Llc, 135 N University Ave, Provo, UT 84601, USA
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Spencer Vance

I have been there three times now. The first time I wrote it off as a fluke. The second, I thought, hey, maybe they were really busy and they were having a rough day or something. The third time, I decided, nope. The employee there that deal with the patrons have no people skills and are very rude. They do not know how to provide adequate customer service. And the venue is regularly late at starting shows. Last time I went, there were roughly 250 people (yes, I actually counted) standing outside in the cold (it was 21 degrees) over a half hour after the show was supposed to START. Wow. Granted, someone at Velour has either good connections and a good taste in music, or luck, or both to have come across some successful music artists, but as for the facilities and customer service, this place stinks. The atmosphere was kind of interesting, but the place is consistently lacking maintenance and presentation. I have been to house shows lived in and ran by college kids and teenagers that were more respectable and successful than this place. I know a lot of people really like Velour, but this has been my experience and my perspective. I hope they improve.

Eric Petersen

The establishment is surrounded by great restaurants and antique shops. It gives the feeling that the venue is a part of a bigger community. They always ask for cash only, so hit up an ATM before you arrive so you can pay for cash cover to get in. Inside the venue is like entering one of the neighboring antique shops. There are all sorts of amazing antiques you could stare at for hours and wonder what each ones story is. My favorites were the massive bison head, the old Pepsi mural that is half gone on the now exposed brick wall, and the old childs bike theyve managed to cast a shadow of on the wall. All the bands I have seen here are incredible. Velour really takes the initiative to have a great reputation so the best local talent will want to perform here. They have hosted some big bands when they were still young such as NeoTrees and Imagine Dragons. You will enjoy your concert at the Velour. You will not find alcohol or a lot of seating. But you will find a good sound system and quality music to enjoy. Before you get there feel free to find one of Provos amazing local restaurants and feast away before your musical entertainment as well.

Chris Derbidge

I think the reviews here are of the talent. Yes, the talent that comes here is amazing. Really, second to none. But the the place is horrid. It is dirty, run down, too cold, too hot, terrible sound system, terrible acoustics, horrible lighting. Basically, a goths nightmare that stereotypes Halloween and garage bands as synonymous. Also, dont get me started on the joke of a snack bar... I am afraid to sit on the furniture. And, I wonder, would anyone survive if the place caught on fire? I think the only reason good bands come here is out of respect for a few bands that made it big. I think the place is surviving off their legacy. Seems like they have had an opportunity to make some money by just improving the food options and cleaning it up a bit, but they seem to be fine with not making any changes. I am curious to see how long they will survive on legacy and location alone. Will I go again? Maybe, if it is important to a band that I support. But honestly, if I can see that same band play somewhere else, then Ill likely pass on this joint.

Stormie Atkin

I live close by Velour so I go all of the time and its always been so awesome and fun. Last night my friends and I went, we got there and started to walk in by opening the doors without realizing they were still locked and an employee glared at us until we walked away. Honest mistake. The second band went on stage and the same employee approached us and told us we needed to keep it down or she would have to ask us to leave. We werent even talking when she came over. Also we were using our regular voices (not yelling) and commenting on the music and just having a good time. We decide to just leave after that... the employee then proceeded to glare at us all the way until we walked out of the doors. We were there to support a friend. Literally a huge waste of 10 dollars. Didnt know you werent allowed to talk at Velour

Josh Jones

One of the local favorite concert venues. It is a smaller venue but it does allow for some great concerts. The place has unique decor and I had a good time at the concert I went to. The bathroom is located behind the stage, so if you happen to need to use the restroom while a concert is going, it is like everybody is watching you go into the restroom. Of course that is just psychology because most people are just paying attention to the band on stage and not somebody walking on the side. I was glad I was able to buy my ticket online so I didnt have to worry about getting a ticket at the door.

Creed Haymond

This place is incredible. If you are ever searching for an amazing musical experience, Corey Fox has likely curated a fine mix of musical talent that will not disappoint. Corey, Kaneischa, and that magical building that theyre in have helped shape and pave roads for a phenomenal and flourishing music scene. They have some standards too, which helps to keep the venue open and available to all ages, while the crowds are generally college kids and some high schoolers. Just an awesome place. If youre driving through, at least drop by to take a peak inside and stop at some of the other shops.

A Private User

This is the best and almost only place to go to listen to original live music in Provo/Orem... Muse music is next door but their P.A. system/sound work is very lacking, and they usually play harder stuff that isnt for me... Velour is set up for people to actually listen to the music. The only thing I dont like about it is the size is rather small which works but there is limited seating and I prefer to sit and listen to music as my dancing can be mistaken for someone having a medical emergency.

Brandon Blatter

Probably one of the coolest places in Provo. I went here to see Fictionist and the Moth and the Flame, although they are known for hosting Neon Trees and Imagine Dragons when they first got started. The atmosphere is pretty vintage and hipster. Its a small place but still very popular. They have earplugs, snacks, and drinks for sale. There are a few rows of seats on each wall but most of the floor is for standing. All in all is was a pretty awesome experience.

Allison Henderson

Dont know if it was an off night for the employees, but boy were they rude! Not friendly at all, waste of money and an hours worth of driving. Next time a customer tries to open the door because they didnt know the venue wasnt open (which it said it would be on the ticket), dont make a nasty face at us as we walk away. (yes we saw you). Super disappointed. Never had a problem before, like I said, maybe it was a rough night for some of the employees.