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[WinoBlues]

Only in the FE forum could we start a thread about a Midwest Fraternal and end up with Texas Blues (SRV)! But since we're there, I'll give a shout out to the Granddaddy of Texas Blues (and really of electric blues), T-Bone Walker:


(It might interest you blues loving insurance men to know that several of his relatives are clients of mine!)

Since Texas is open I am seriously looking to try the River Walk. I hear there are some music venues there. Any suggestions?

 

[shonceman]

Since Texas is open I am seriously looking to try the River Walk. I hear there are some music venues there. Any suggestions?

I haven't been down there in forever! The place I would have recommended, I just checked and learned that they closed down permanently. I hear good things about Sam's Burger Joint. They're not right on the Riverwalk, but not far. I've never been there, but it looks like a good variety of acts, mostly Fri, Sat, & some Sundays:
Sam's Burger Joint | San Antonio's premier live music venue hosting music legends to upcoming bands.
One other recommendation isn't music, but you should never visit San Antonio without dining at Mi Tierra, which is walking distance from the Riverwalk. I'm a severe Mexican Food addict. This is by far the best Tex-Mex style I've ever eaten anywhere in the country. Again, I haven't been there in forever, so I don't know if it would still be my favorite. But they still enjoy an excellent reputation. If they don't seat you where you can see the mural, be sure and ask them to show it to you!
Where To Eat in Downtown San Antonio, TX | 24 Hour Restaurant

 

[WinoBlues]

I haven't been down there in forever! The place I would have recommended, I just checked and learned that they closed down permanently. I hear good things about Sam's Burger Joint. They're not right on the Riverwalk, but not far. I've never been there, but it looks like a good variety of acts, mostly Fri, Sat, & some Sundays:
Sam's Burger Joint | San Antonio's premier live music venue hosting music legends to upcoming bands.
One other recommendation isn't music, but you should never visit San Antonio without dining at Mi Tierra, which is walking distance from the Riverwalk. I'm a severe Mexican Food addict. This is by far the best Tex-Mex style I've ever eaten anywhere in the country. Again, I haven't been there in forever, so I don't know if it would still be my favorite. But they still enjoy an excellent reputation. If they don't seat you where you can see the mural, be sure and ask them to show it to you!
Where To Eat in Downtown San Antonio, TX | 24 Hour Restaurant

Thanks, Not stuck on the River Walk as much as live music. Also considering TN. LA also but expect that it will be packed.

 

[shonceman]

Thanks, Not stuck on the River Walk as much as live music. Also considering TN. LA also but expect that it will be packed.

Austin, TX is kind of the live music capital of the world. You could hit SA for a few days, then drive over to Austin for a few more!

 

[WinoBlues]

Austin, TX is kind of the live music capital of the world. You could hit SA for a few days, then drive over to Austin for a few more!

Sounds like Austin then SA for a few days to sober up and hydrate

 

[gambrinus]

Austin is a fun town... we go every year for the F1 Race.

 

[rousemark]

Thanks, Not stuck on the River Walk as much as live music. Also considering TN. LA also but expect that it will be packed.

Nashville for country, rockabilly and bluegrass. Memphis for the blues.

 

[WinoBlues]

Nashville for country, rockabilly and bluegrass. Memphis for the blues.

Both sound great. I just looked up flights from DC in mid-April. I will be headed to MD to see the granddaughter. That would make a great detour.

 

[Life Hawk]

While you guys are talking about music, I had to call Son's today to see where my commission money was. Rethinking how much business I'm willing to put with them.

...OK, back to heavy drinking and amazing fretting.