Austin is one of the music hotbeds in the US. Aside from their impressive educational system and massive proliferation of technological industries, the local music scene is something that any Austinite is really proud of. And since they have been deemed the Live Music Capital of the World, the city is living up to its reputation by showcasing local Austin music in various venues. If you want to hear, enjoy and immerse yourself in the wonders of local music, below are places where you should go to.

Certainly, by going to bars and restaurants located in Austin city, you will be able to expose yourself to the live music wonders that only Austin, Texas can offer. The concentration of music performances and events in this city is situated in the downtown area particularly on the famous Sixth Street. Apart from Sixth Street, there is also the Warehouse District, the Red River and a host of small avenues where street side musical acts can be heard and observed.

Aside from the usual places, you can chance upon live music performances in the most unexpected zones. One of these is the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, wherein a stage was set in the terminal building for passengers to hear local music being played. Grocery stores, jogging areas and even racing circuits have offerings of live bands, musical shows and troubadour performances, too.

Finally, local music can also be heard on the telephone network. Music on Hold is possible through the efforts of Austin’s Economic Growth and Redevelopment Services Office. In Music on Hold, you can hear songs of Austin’s local talents being played whenever you are put on hold on the telephone system