Where can I go for great live music in Austin, TX?

I will be visiting Austin for the first time and I want to check out some of the great live music I keep hearing about.

Anyone know of a place I should go? I'm not a huge country fan, but I love live music no matter what genre, so any suggestions would be great. I don't much care for loud crazy frat boy-type scenes though. I've checked out sites about the music over there, but since I've never actually been there, I don't want to end up at some dive bar, ya know?

Thoughts? Thanks in advance!!

It's great to see someone who enjoys live music!!! You did not mention when you will be in Austin or if you are looking for singer-songwriters or just cover bands.... My husband is a singer-songwriter-guitarist here in Mobile, Al. He will be doing a "House Concert" in Austin's "Hill Country" and Robert McEntee, who was with Dan Fogelberg's band for 15 years and Carole King for 8 years, will be opening for him (Donnie Mills) on April 7th. Donnie will also be playing at the Merle Haggard Birthday bash on the 6th at Threadgill's which has live music most all the time. B.B. Rovers is a great place for live music as well. As far as Donnie you can look him up on donniemills.com or myspace.com/donniemills. As far as nice house concerts go to nexusconcertseries.com. It really depends on what you like... All the MAIN music venues are 6th Street in downtown Austin. BE FOREWARNED!!!!! Once you get there you may not want to leave!!!...If you have ever heard the phrase "Keep Austin Wierd"?... It is really a cool place and almost brings you back to the 60's 70's era. Make sure you visit the "Bat Bridge"... I know you will enjoy your visit...I know we always look forward to going there!!.. Have a great time...

Following are several music styles, which may appeal to you:

Cedar Street Courtyard
(512)495-9669
208 W Fourth St, Austin, TX Jazzy joint with musical happy hours and a hopping outdoor courtyard.

Antone's Nightclub
(512)320-8424
213 W Fifth St, Austin, TX
A nationally recognized Fifth Street bar bringing the latest up-and-coming music performers.

Stubb's Bar-B-Q (512)480-8341
801 Red River St, Austin, TX
An Austin staple offering melt-in-your-mouth brisket coupled with local and touring live music acts.


Emo's
(512)477-3667
603 Red River St, Austin, TX
Chain wallets, emo-core and old-school punk abound at this alt-rock institution.


Speakeasy
(512)476-8086
412D Congress Ave, Austin, TX
Martinis and mingling make this Warehouse District haunt a true date hot spot.

Kenny Luna's Ivory Cat Tavern & The Lair
(512)478-5287
300 E Sixth St, Austin, TX
Casual, comfortable, self-described rock-n-roll piano bar with a performing owner who sometimes teases customers.


Elephant Room
(512)473-2279
315 Congress Ave, Austin, TX
One of Austin's best venues to catch new and established jazz acts.


La Zona Rosa
(512)263-4146
612 W Fourth St, Austin, TX
Intimate Warehouse District venue lures international acts to its unassuming stage.


Lucky Lounge
(512)479-7700
209A W 5th St, Austin, TX
A modern, hip atmosphere without the pretentious air of neighboring Warehouse District bars.


Beerland
(512)479-7625
711 1/2 Red River St, Austin, TX
Cheap cover plus cheap beer plus interesting acts equals garage-band heaven.