Top 5 Best Cities for Music Lovers
Whether you play music or you just love hearing it live, these cities offer ample opportunities to enjoy the best tunes.
Planning a move and big on catching live shows? Head to one of these cities!
New Orleans
There are truly too many live music events to keep up with in New Orleans, LA. A stroll down Frenchmen Street is a guarantee to catch jazz bands galore performing live. Jazz and blues lovers find a solid community in New Orleans, but fans of every genre will have multiple events to pick from on any given night. With almost 40 live music venues per 100K people in the city, New Orleans is a great option for anyone who plays jazz or loves enjoying local nightlife!
Raleigh
More of a bluegrass fan? Raleigh, NC might be your scene. With frequent festivals year-round and plenty of venues to check out for live shows, there’s never a dull moment in the Triangle area! From Pour House Music Hall to Magnolia Roots Music Lounge, there’s a music style and venue vibe for every taste. Festivals like Hopscotch Music Festival and IBMA’s World of Bluegrass bring the area’s music community together every year.
Austin
With events like Austin City Limits and South by Southwest, Austin, TX is a music enthusiast's dream come true. The city has a staggering 46 live music venues per 100K people, so there’s no shortage of spots to catch a show. Grab a bite and enjoy the music at venues like Banger’s Sausage House and Beer Garden, or catch an indie show at Moody Center. The variety, quality, and quantity of great music events in Austin makes it no wonder why people know it as the Live Music Capital of the World.
Nashville
The Nashville music scene is known for joining the past and present. With deep country roots, Nashville draws hopeful music stars from all over the world. It’s not all honky-tonk, though! From gospel to pop and bluegrass, there’s something for any taste in the “Songwriting Capital of the World.” Check out intimate venues like The Basement and The Listening Room to enjoy the live talent!
Charlotte
Music festival lovers find plenty of opportunities for dancing in Charlotte, NC. From the Breakaway Music Festival featuring hip hop, pop, and EDM artists to the Charlotte New Music Festival, there’s something for everyone in the Queen City. Outdoor venues like PNC Music Pavillion offer a chance to enjoy Charlotte’s lovely weather while also soaking in the tunes. More intimate venues like The Evening Muse are ideal for a more laid-back vibe.
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