The world is a bounty of sights and sounds, and many of those sounds have changed our lives as much as the sights have. There are a thousand and one reasons to travel the world, but for music lovers, two of those reasons rise above the rest--live music, and music history. These cities are some of the best, most popular, and most fascinating travel destinations for music lovers all over the world.
1. Liverpool, England
Without a doubt, Liverpool must be one of the ultimate destinations for music loving travelers. A trip to the birthplace of one of the most widely acclaimed bands of modern history begins in John Lennon International Airport, and quickly leads to tours of the city that give interesting and nostalgic looks at the homes and streets that inspired some of The Beatles' most memorable songs. Be sure to make a stop at the Cavern Club, one of the greatest places for live music for over 50 years and counting.
2. Cleveland, Ohio
The number one draw of Cleveland is, naturally, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the leading institution for rock history and appreciation in the United States. The Hall is so vast and filled with fascinating history that one could spend days soaking it all up. Not only are there impressive relics of musical history here, but also opportunities to discover the newest rising stars in the world of rock. Everyone from Chuck Berry to Jack White is here, so be sure to stop in for a visit.
3. New Orleans, Louisiana
Music appreciators have a tendency to say that America's greatest gift to the world was jazz. Along with the blues, which gradually lead to rock and roll, jazz is one of the US's most significant contributions to the world of music. Now appreciated the world over, jazz musicians were not so warmly welcomed by the mainstream in their early
1. Liverpool, England
Without a doubt, Liverpool must be one of the ultimate destinations for music loving travelers. A trip to the birthplace of one of the most widely acclaimed bands of modern history begins in John Lennon International Airport, and quickly leads to tours of the city that give interesting and nostalgic looks at the homes and streets that inspired some of The Beatles' most memorable songs. Be sure to make a stop at the Cavern Club, one of the greatest places for live music for over 50 years and counting.
2. Cleveland, Ohio
The number one draw of Cleveland is, naturally, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the leading institution for rock history and appreciation in the United States. The Hall is so vast and filled with fascinating history that one could spend days soaking it all up. Not only are there impressive relics of musical history here, but also opportunities to discover the newest rising stars in the world of rock. Everyone from Chuck Berry to Jack White is here, so be sure to stop in for a visit.
3. New Orleans, Louisiana
Music appreciators have a tendency to say that America's greatest gift to the world was jazz. Along with the blues, which gradually lead to rock and roll, jazz is one of the US's most significant contributions to the world of music. Now appreciated the world over, jazz musicians were not so warmly welcomed by the mainstream in their early