One can't talk about the Charleston music scene without first mentioning The Empty Glass, 410 Elizabeth St. Legends have played there, and legends have been made there for decades. 
It is the proverbial bar that just won't die. You need a variety? They got it. Are you looking to discover some new sounds? Drop in at the Glass on any given night, and you'll be treated to a quality performance every time. In fact, that's always been the secret to their success. 
They only book the best, most interesting, acts on a consistent basis. They have a great sounding PA system, excellent bartenders and an unusual cast of music-loving regulars that will keep you coming back time and time again. Truly, it's one of West Virginia's best, if not the best, place to go for live music. 

-Shawn Beckner
The Herald Dispatch
Huntington WV
Thursday Jan. 26, 2006

The Empty Glass:
Located under a three story house jacked up in the air at 410 Elizabeth Street in Charleston West Virginia's Historically Diverse East End.
Here you will find delicious food, great conversation, friendly spirits, and live original music from all over the planet!

We also serve the planets tastiest Thin Crust Pizza and Buffalo Wings from open till close daily.
Call us for carry-out @ 304-345-9893

Live Music 7 days a Week! 

Monday: Open Mic
First 3 Mondays are Acoustic open mic hosted by Mike Pushkin. The last Monday of the Month is Electric open mic. Bring your Instruments and join us!

Tuesday: Spurgie Hankins Band ~ Original rock-n-roll music from scene vet and his talented friends. It's smooth and soulful with a bluesy twist, and played tight all-night!

Wednesday: The Carpenter Ants Blues Jam ~ Join us each Wednesday for tight upbeat rhythms, fast picking, soulful sax, and down-out but got back up harmonies.

Thursday, Friday and Saturday: You can Catch the Cream of the Crop of Local talent and up and coming Touring Bands.

Sunday: Acoustic Spurgie Hankins. On nights when there is a Mountain Stage recording we have the Post Mountain Stage Jam Hosted by the Carpenter Ants.