1997 Musicians Boycot
In October 1997 Arlene's was subject to a musicians' boycot due to not paying bands. Owner Shayne Doyle said "I have a lot of money invested in sound equipment, I have door people and sound people to pay. How do I get that money back? I consider the club successful in that it's here after a year. But the money I put into this place, I haven't gotten back.". Marc Ribot responded "I have never met a club owner who didn't claim to be losing money. This is the central showcase club in New York right now and they're acting like they're marginal." The Noise Action Coalition, a union of downtown New York City musicians, also handed out fliers and encouraged patrons, who did not have to pay a cover, not to order drinks and go on a "water strike".
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