Austin, USA

Named after Stephen F. Austin, known as the "father of Texas," the city of Austin is the capital of the state of Texas, United States. Following the construction of railroads in 1871, the city expanded in both size and population, welcoming people from all over the world.

Austin is known as the "Live Music Capital of the World." It's home to numerous live music venues, offering a wide range of genres from classical to festival music. It's also a hub for many big names in the global music industry and a starting point for local musicians. Austin is also the birthplace of Southern American country music.

Every March, the city of Austin hosts the South by Southwest Film (SWSW) music festival. This event, featuring films, music, workshops, and interactive media coverage, is highly anticipated by artists and professionals from both the country and abroad.

Havana, Cuba

There's hardly a moment in Cuba without the sound of pulsating music – familiar traditional Latin rhythms. Music is everywhere, performed by the locals themselves. You can see drivers on street corners humming, hear tunes coming from apartment windows. Cubans love music and consider it an integral part of their lives.

Stockholm, Sweden

If you're a fan of modern music, it's not hard to see that some Swedish singers have played a significant role in the development of the global music scene. These are multi-talented artists with relatable, catchy songs like ABBA, Ace of Base, or the youthful Zara Larsson singing at the EURO 2016 finals. And singer Carly Rae Jepsen didn't hesitate to exclaim: "They (the Swedes) are the saints of pop music."

Swedish musicians and producers have a significant influence in the global music scene. Often referred to as the "Silicon Valley" of music, Sweden is a "promised land" for those aspiring to develop their careers as musicians, producers, or DJs. Stockholm, the capital city, boasts the highest per capita rate of recording studios in the world.

Seoul, South Korea

"Hectic" and "vibrant" are the words that come to mind when mentioning this bustling Asian city. Despite its busyness, it's beloved because it breathes creativity into every aspect of life, from music, technology, and fashion to tourism and cuisine…

The creative energy of the Korean people is abundant and boundless, and it is thanks to this energy that Seoul has become a center of creativity, especially in the fields of music, technology, fashion, and tourism, laying the groundwork for the city to become one of the coolest and most livable places in the world in the early 21st century.

It's no surprise that Seoul has become one of the world's "music cities," given its concentration of renowned music producers and management companies. Furthermore, its modern approach to media and talent development has allowed Korean music to flourish not only domestically but also internationally.

Johannesburg, South Africa

In Africa, there are generally few cities with truly outstanding musical cultures. However, if you ever have the chance to visit the continent, try Johannesburg in South Africa. You'll be able to enjoy a wide variety of live music every night, from jazz and hip-hop to traditional music.

Phuong Ngoc