Javelin

It's not clear where Javelin belongs. The Brooklyn duo's part of the indietronic underground but hardly fits within any of the established rubrics, instead carving out a space of their own with an exceptionally effective mishmash of stylistic elements.

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PM Nightlife Lounge

1530 Main St.
Dallas, TX 75201

Category: Bars/Clubs

Region: Downtown & Deep Ellum

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