Garth Brooks faced extensive delays in opening his new Nashville bar, “Friends in Low Places,” primarily due to construction setbacks following an investor bailout. When the bar eventually opened, it turned out to be a major disappointment. Brooks himself played on the opening night, but the crowd was the smallest he had seen in any bar for years.
Since the opening night, Brooks has not visited the bar in person, and this absence has had no significant impact on the attendance at the front door. Club Manager Joe Barron expressed his dissatisfaction, mentioning that he left Kid Rock’s place for this venture and regrets his decision daily.
Brooks is considering closing the bar and moving on, stating, “Nashville obviously doesn’t want me anymore.” He contemplates trying his luck in Hollywood instead.
Although the story appears compelling, our Musicalistical Journalisticator noted difficulty in corroborating the details. Attempts to assess the low attendance and lackluster experience were hindered as the live scene extended around the corner to the Johnny Cash Museum, indicating that the story is likely accurate. This lack of access to witness the low turnout suggests a potentially severe situation within the bar.
