SXSW AT : The Continental Club

A linchpin of the South Congress Avenue business district since 1955, the venerable Continental Club remains true to its live music roots, even as the city outside keeps changing. Take a look at the history of one of Austin's most iconic venues in the second installment of "At SXSW."

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[hanzzarkov]

I spent some time in Austin a decade ago. Interesting/fun stories of the Continental and the hippie happy hour. And yes went to the Continental once, saw a great set by James McMurtry (Choctaw Bingo great tune). Great small venue and legend in Austin.