POPPA’S PUB; KENT, WA
Poppa’s Pub welcomes singers

By Ty Hughes

Karr Productions (www.karrproductions.com) is on fire! Oren Artlip is like a man possessed, signing new contracts all over the Seattle area. In a testament to the vast popularity of karaoke these days, Oren has increased his karaoke business three-fold over the past few months.

Most recently, Karr Productions has landed a brand new account at the landmark Poppa’s Pub, located at 510 Washington Avenue North in Kent.

Poppa’s Pub is now featuring an upbeat karaoke show from 8pm to midnight every Wednesday with host Susie and then on Sundays with Karr’s newest host, Christy.

Christy is new to the industry as a host, but her singing experience dates back to her childhood. She is absolutely incredible in song and an exciting host. Full of bubbly vivaciousness, Christy is anxious to accommodate her singer’s requests and makes them feel completely comfortable whether novice or pro on the mic.

Christy can make a Whitney song sound like the most effortless performance, hitting each note with perfection. Her turns on the mic leave the audience speechless and craving more. And, she’s gorgeous to boot - a common denominator at all of Oren’s shows. He has a knack for finding the most beautiful women that can carry a tune and have a great personality!

Poppa’s Pub has a raised stage area in the middle of a massive interior of square footage, where Christy sets up her gear and proudly welcomes everyone to get up and shed their inhibitions.

Just one month into the show, Poppa’s is fast becoming one of Kent’s premier locations for karaoke. And once people get the opportunity to sing under Christy’s digital direction, and experience her bubby personality, her karaoke following is bound to explode.

When she’s not assisting someone in a requested duet to make them feel more comfortable, she’s busy cleaning the songbooks and tidying up her table. She makes friends easily and won’t hesitate to venture into the crowd and mingle with her singers.

The sound system is clear and concise, filling the bar with the beautiful sound of music (hopefully). John was on hand late one Sunday night and jumped up on stage to give a rousing performance of Me And Mrs. Jones - one of my personal faves. He knocked it outta the park!

Then, the striking Lucy, a bilinguist, came up and sang some of Selena’s greatest from a disk that she’d brought from her own collection. Absolutely awesome! Spanish karaoke is some of the most incredible sounding music there is.

Poppa’s Pub is rich in decor with dark woods and a plush, inviting atmosphere that allows you to sink into your chair and spend an entire evening without a care. Order up a tasty libation from their efficient and friendly floorstaff and consider putting your name into the rotation for karaoke.

Poppa’s also offers nine pool tables, two dart boards and video games in the other room. Tons of big screen TVs for sporting events, great food and drink specials to enjoy.

Make Poppa’s Pub your next destination for a memorable karaoke experience, now underway every Wednesday and Sunday night!