RUNNERS-UP: Steamboat, Antone’s, Back Room, Austin Opera House, Hole in the Wall, Big Mamou, Black Cat Lounge, Erwin Center, Paramount Theatre, Continental Club, Cave Club, Auditorium Shores, Cactus Club, Kevy J’s

This article appears in March 11 • 1988.

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