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Best U.S. Cities for Live Music

RustynRose RustynRose 3,580 views 18 items 54 voters
Most cities have fantastic local music scenes, but certain cities seem to have more than most. This is a list built for input. Add the cities that truly make their mark for live music.

List Criteria: U.S. cities only

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    New Orleans

    United States of America, North America
    “ There is simply so much ambiance and abundance and flavor in the N'awlins scene. „
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    Austin

    Texas, United States of America, North America
    “ Despite being surrounded by Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, etc... Austin is beating heart of the music scene in Texas. „
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    Nashville

    United States of America, North America
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    Los Angeles

    United States of America, North America
    “ Los Angeles has long been the center of the music universe. While the scene has suffered in recent years, it still remains a dominating city for music. „
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    San Francisco

    United States of America, North America
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    Memphis

    United States of America, North America
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    Boston

    United States of America, North America
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    Chicago

    United States of America, North America
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    Seattle

    United States of America, North America
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    Portland

    United States of America, North America
    “ Probably the big surprise on this list. The Northwest version of Austin „
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    Brooklyn

    New York, United States of America, New York City
    “ Brooklyn has a surprising vast and eclectic mix of live music playing constantly around every corner, and ON every corner „
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    Athens

    United States of America, North America
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    Manhattan

    New York County, New York City, United States of America More
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    Boulder

    United States of America, North America
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    Asheville

    United States of America, North America
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    Omaha

    United States of America, North America
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    Savannah

    United States of America, North America
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    Dallas

    Texas, United States of America, North America
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