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Bullshot

739 N La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038
Nightclub
1974 1980
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Bullshot was a Los Angeles disco for gay men located at 739 North La Brea Avenue in Hollywood. Open from 1974 to 1980, it was known for its Western theme, prominent performers, drinks, dancing, and contests that begged the question, “Are you bully enough?” A flyer for one of these Bully contests advertises a special guest appearance by Carl Bean.

Bullshot aimed to create a brand informed by the Western and macho aspects of disco culture. It did so successfully, but only for a short time, as it closed even before the decline of disco’s massive popularity.

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