About 350 people enjoyed the music of Zero, the band that first brought guitarist Steve Kimock to the world's attention. Don't be surprised if JamBase moves more in that direction in the future. The Maritime wouldn't go quietly, however, especially since police had no real case against them. That didn't prevent the cops from filing charges that could suspend the Maritime Hall's permits for as much as six months, which close the hall for good if it came to pass. But the Maritime wasn't accused of anything substantial, so they fought the charges.
Police have since delayed proceedings several times.
That's something the Maritime can't allow. The Maritime continues to fight the attempt to suspend its permits. Meanwhile, the saga continues, and the Maritime Hall is scheduled for its next hearing in July. While Hughston remains optimistic, however, developments at 1015 Folsom, another SOMA club targeted by police, are scarier. Police now require everyone attending that venue, which specializes in raves, to be completely searched for weapons and drugs before entering.