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Museums + Galleries

7 Music-Themed Museums to Visit in Washington D.C.

Experience the rich musical heritage of the U.S. with a tour of these music collections and archives.

Sponsored by washington.org
Cities We Love

The Ultimate 48 Hours in Detroit for Music Fans

From the Motown Museum to historic venues, check out these go-to spots recommended by local rapper and record label CEO Ty Farris.

Sponsored by Visit Detroit
Winter 2025

I’m a Fiddle Player Who Felt Disconnected from the Blues. A Trip On the Mississippi Blues Trail Changed That

Writer and musician Emma John travels south to find the beat—and birthplace—of a special kind of Mississippi music.

January 7, 2025 03:07 PM
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Emma John
Art + Culture

This South American Destination Is Known as the “City of Eternal Spring"—but Music Is Its Soul

Medellín’s thriving music scene is more than just reggaetón. It’s a movement reshaping tourism, culture, and community in Colombia’s musical capital.

March 18, 2025 03:26 PM
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Cat Sposato
Art + Culture

Asheville’s Creative Scene Is Bursting With Talented Artists. Here’s Where to Find Them.

See theater, music, dance, comedy, and more in this artistic hub of North Carolina.

Sponsored by Explore Asheville and written by Joanne O’Sullivan
Where to Travel Next

Go Beyond the Beaches in Fort Myers

From soaring high above mangroves and barrier islands to joining intimate music recording sessions, the greater Fort Myers area may surprise you.

Sponsored by Fort Myers - Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods
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Cities We Love

The Afar Insider’s Guide to Detroit

Motor City locals share the best of the city, from open-fire kitchens and late-night dance floors to museum galleries and mural-covered markets.

Sponsored by Visit Detroit
Festivals + Events

NYC’s Winter Jazzfest 2025 Celebrates 21 Years of Great Jazz

A must-attend event for jazz lovers, offering a week-long celebration of jazz’s legendary icons and emerging stars.

Sponsored by NYC Winter Jazzfest
Art + Culture

Diving Into Washington, D.C.'s Music History—From Jazz to Punk, Go-Go And Beyond

Several walking tours will immerse you in the city’s rich musical heritage.

February 15, 2024 01:27 PM
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Karen Carmichael
Bars + Nightlife

A Detroit Rapper’s Guide to the City’s Best Spots

Rapper and record label owner Ty Farris shares his go-to spots for food, music, and culture in Detroit.

Sponsored by Visit Detroit
Art + Culture

The 7 Best American Cities for Music Lovers

From the Memphis blues to Seattle grunge, the United States’ unique musical genres are products of the cities that birthed them.

March 21, 2025 10:56 AM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Art + Culture

The Storied Past, Exciting Present, and Changing Future of L.A.'s Sunset Strip

West Hollywood’s legendary Sunset Strip builds on its legacy with a host of new musical offerings.

March 18, 2025 02:25 PM
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Edmund Vallance
Festivals + Events

7 Festivals Near Yosemite That Are Worth Planning Your Trip Around

Come for the waterfalls and wildflowers; stay for the festivals and live music.

Sponsored by Yosemite Mariposa County Tourism Bureau
Art + Culture

A Guide to Aspen for Arts and Culture Lovers

Essential stops for art and history fans in this Colorado destination

Sponsored by Aspen Chamber Resort Association
Art + Culture

The Best Concert in New York Is in a Harlem Apartment

For 30 years, Marjorie Eliot has hosted jazz sessions in her Sugar Hill home. There’s no place in the city quite like it.

March 18, 2025 02:17 PM
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Shannon J. Effinger

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