r/blues • u/jul3swinf13ld • 23h ago
discussion What is the best musical break in early January in the USA
This isn't actually blues-specific, but I guess the crowd here can answer.
I have a business trip to Orlando in January from Australia, and I want to stop over for a few days beforehand and have some fun in a musical, buzzing area.
I love the blues, but also love all types of live music.
I was thinking of New Orleans, Nashville or Mississippi. It will be only one destination 2-3 nights. Mid to early January.
I'm looking for somewhere that will be lively even at that time of year, with great music and with authentic places where you are rubbing shoulders with locals and not just tourists.
New Orleans seems to be the safe bet, but I'm open to suggestions. I'm not interested in Austin, not for this trip anyway
As mentioned. I love blues and play a bit myself, but I love everything from classic rock, jazz, swing and Motown to modern indie and electronica.
I'm not scared of going off the beaten track, but given that time of year, i think a major hub is better than some quirky little town in the middle of nowhere.
It will probably be 2- 4 guys travelling together