I just moved to Austin. I'm not that into music. I go to Nuno's to listen to live blues more than I'm interested in any rock or punk. And I don't think Austin has enough - or any - good country venues besides Broken Spoke. But hey, that's just me. I'm old school and I like my dives smelly and empty.
Here's my question: Say I want to go over to 6th during the week to grab a beer at Chuggin Monkey or Maggie's. Will it be a big deal to do that? Crowded, with a cover?
I don't have a wristband or whatever, if I feel like going there, can I get in to see a band for a normal cover charge (less than $10) or will I get screwed like a conference tourist?
I don't get SXSW. I know it's cause I haven't been. But walking up and down 6th, what will that teach me? I think it's gonna screw up my St. Patty's day plans, will it?
Thanks. And if you're here in Austin, uh I guess welcome!
2007-03-12 19:59:30 · 6 answers · asked by MissDixie 3 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Austin
SXSW is South By Southwest, a huge music and film festival that we're, uh, graced with each year. It features many films and music acts from all over the world but as far as I can tell it's definitely not about being an internation venue or half as cool as something like Jazz Fest....
2007-03-12 20:03:39 · update #1
OK well we hopped in a cab and went downtown last night. It was so fun! We saw Buttercup and MXDX. It was not as crazy as I thought. It had a fun Mardi Gras sort of vibe about it.The industry types are around but I saw alot of local types. I must say, I can see why it's so important to this city, all the vendors were going crazy with business.
So I definitely see the downside, but on the upside it's good time if you go w/ the right attitude. :o)
2007-03-15 11:58:32 · update #2
It is expensive and makes traffic suck...I stay home but I hear it is very fun
2007-03-12 21:21:11 · answer #1 · answered by myview 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It sucks for me. There are hardly any hip hop artists that I like that ever come. Last year we had De La Soul. But the prices are outrageous. The Hip Hop scene in Austin period is garbage. For the live Music Capitol of the world, I haven't seen it. I've been here going on 20 years and have yet to see it. Nobody ever comes here unless their of the caucasion persuasion. Hell Justin Timberlake can't even make a damn appearence. Maybe because he sings black music....If it wasn't such a great place to raise kids, I'd leave this boring *** city
2007-03-13 17:51:39 · answer #2 · answered by Jaime 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I tried to go see the Blue van at Bourbon Rocks, but the place was innundated with wristband-folks. I had to pay about double what I usually would have had to to get in, and it didn't seem like the chill kind of crowd I'm used to in Austin.
I'd stay away from 6th unless there's someone you REALLY want to see.
2007-03-14 21:31:57 · answer #3 · answered by Captain Carla 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was born and raised in Austin, and yes, SXSW sux for locals. It is wonderful for those who aren't fortunate enough to live here, but we can go see great live music at a variety of venues for not as much money with a fraction of the crowd... all year round. I avoid SXSW like the plague, but it is what it is - a chance for artists to showcase their work to producers.
2007-03-13 11:30:08 · answer #4 · answered by ashton 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I would steer clear of downtown unless you want alot of drunk people all up in your face. Parking is horrible and it is terribly crowded. There are other places you can go that arent downtown but are just as fun.
2007-03-15 14:23:44 · answer #5 · answered by bananascoutflax 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i love it, both my streams of income come from SXSW and other busy events in austin
day job - revenue manager at a hotel
night job - DJ in a club downtown'
i cant complain, there are plenty of places to go that arent 6th street
2007-03-13 16:57:56 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋