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Mullen went on to open and promote shows at the Other Masque (aka New Masque and Masque 2), also located in Hollywood, from December 1978 through spring 1979. Bands appearing at The Other Masque included
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was renovated in 2001. While most of the walls were removed, the remaining walls in the basement (which now houses the
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wrote a two-page article on Mullen's passing along with his memories of the Masque in an October 2009 article for the
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Footage of the remnants of the Masque, as it appeared in 2015, was featured in the documentary
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which existed from 1977 to 1978. It is remembered as a key part of the early LA punk scene.
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At least two compilation records featuring live performances at the Masque were released.
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After the second Masque closed, Mullen opened Club Lingerie, which lasted until 1991.
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The original Masque was closed by fire marshals on January 14, 1978.
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Many California punk bands frequently performed there, including
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Several bands rented practice space at the Masque, including
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The Masque was founded by Scottish-American rock promoter
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Hollywood, Los Angeles, California
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Punk rock nightclub
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Hollywood
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Los Angeles
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