Queens of the Stone Age
Photo by Sarah Kerver
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Schools That Rock
4. Austin
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A relatively affordable public institution, the University of Texas is worth the cost of tuition just to be in Austin every March, when the South by Southwest music and film festival brings hundreds of up-and- coming artists to town for four nights of rock & roll. Though its music department isn't especially distinguished, UT does include a Center for American Music. Founded in 2002, the Center already has big plans to start up new programs in recording technology and the music business and to launch a UT record label. Venues: Austin has loads of venues, big and small, but it's hard to top Emo's, the two-stage spot where local legends Spoon got their start. Around the block, Stubbs doubles as an outdoor venue and Austin's most tourist-friendly BBQ joint. During SXSW, this is where the biggest and best parties usually happen. To see roots artists such as Lucinda Williams, head over to Antone's. Austin is also home to one of the country's great independent record stores, Waterloo Records, which employs unusually accommodating clerks to help you navigate its vast selection.
(Posted July 28, 2005)
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