A Retro-Futuristic Music Oasis in NYC & Miami

In a nightlife world chasing bigger stages and flashier lights, Jolene Soundroom offers something rarer; intimacy, warmth, and the kind of sound that stays with you long after you leave.

Named after Dolly Parton’s 1973 classic “Jolene,” the project channels her confident, unapologetic energy into a pair of sleek, retro-inspired sound rooms: one in Brooklyn’s Moxy Williamsburg, and another hidden beneath the streets of Downtown Miami.

The concept was born from a collaboration between Bar Lab Hospitality, known for cocktail landmarks like Broken Shaker and Margot, and the team behind Club Space and Link Miami Rebels, the creative force responsible for reshaping Miami’s underground scene. Together, they built something that blurs boundaries between a cocktail bar and a club; a listening space designed for connection, comfort, and quality sound.

The Idea: Music, Mood & Intention

From the start, Jolene wasn’t designed to be just another nightclub. Its founders wanted to create a “soundroom”; an experience that merges Bar Lab’s cocktail artistry with the raw energy of Club Space’s late-night culture.

The name itself nods to Dolly Parton’s mix of strength and sensuality, an attitude the venues embody through bold color palettes, warm design, and a sense of inclusivity. Think vintage soul reimagined through a modern lens: part retro lounge, part futuristic dance room.

Every detail, from the lighting to the acoustics, was built with intention. Each Jolene is small enough to feel personal, but sonically powerful enough to rival the biggest clubs.

Brooklyn Beginnings

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The 150-person space inside Moxy Williamsburg blends lounge intimacy with club-level sound; a room that feels alive whether you’re sipping a drink or two-stepping under the lights.

A custom Phonic Technologies system (by the team behind Cielo and Output) anchors the venue, while programming led by local DJ Will Buck keeps the focus on community and groove. From disco and house to deeper underground sounds, Jolene BK quickly became a home for selectors who value vibe over spectacle.

Jolene Soundroom Miami

Disco Energy Beneath the Streets

Opened a few months later in 2023, Jolene Miami takes everything that worked in New York and gives it a distinctly local edge.
Tucked beneath the historic Julia & Henry’s building in Downtown Miami, the venue occupies what was once rumored to be a Prohibition-era tunnel, adding a touch of intrigue before you even step inside.

Descending into Jolene feels like slipping through time. Designer Danya Hachey reimagined the space as a 1970s recording studio meets disco lounge, wood paneling, acoustic textures, and globe lights that bathe the room in gold. The sound system was purpose-built for the space, calibrated to feel immersive rather than overpowering, creating a cocoon of warmth and clarity.

The Miami location continues Jolene’s focus on high-quality sound and community-centered curation, showcasing a mix of international talent and Miami’s homegrown selectors. The programming is intentionally diverse, blending house, disco, and deeper electronic sounds to reflect the city’s wide-ranging musical influences.
Sets from artists like Moodymann, Theo Parrish, and a rotating cast of locals have already cemented the club as a gathering spot for true music lovers.

Its location in Downtown Miami also marks a shift. The neighborhood has quietly become the city’s new nightlife core, with venues like Lost Boy, Mama Tried, and Miami Sound Bar redefining the urban after-hours scene. Jolene fits right into that revival; equal parts destination and discovery.

Rather than chase bottle service crowds, Jolene embraces a slower, more intentional rhythm. Here, you can sip a mezcal old-fashioned from Bar Lab’s award-winning cocktail program or sink into a banquette between sets. The energy builds organically; there’s no pressure, just pure vibe.

It’s a club that feels as much about listening as it is about movement, a place where you can dance until 4 a.m. or simply unwind to the sound of a perfectly mixed record.

A Dual-City Vision

Opening two Jolenes within months was ambitious, but it worked. Each reflects its city’s pulse and both share a mission: to create spaces where sound, design, and community intersect.

Co-founder David Sinopoli, also the mind behind Miami’s III Points Festival, has described Jolene as filling a gap between the mega-club and the cocktail bar; a place for people who still love nightlife but crave something more grounded. It’s a spot where you can turn up just enough.

That’s Jolene’s power: not too much, never too little; a space where nostalgia meets modern rhythm, where the music always feels close, and where every night leaves a little echo behind.