KEXP 90.3FM Seattle Listen to John in the Morning and you will discover a new favorite band. An amazing commitment to quality music.

XM Satellite Radio Playing Will Dailey on their Unsigned Bands channel.

The Paradise The very best place to see a show in Boston.

The Abbey Lounge Somerville's favorite dive bar/rock club, although they've poshed themselves up a bit of late.

Next Ticketing For Avalon, Axis and Paradise shows.

Common Ground The best all-round bar in Boston: equal parts Irish pub, sports bar, rock venue, dance club and restaurant, complete with two of the best bartenders in town.

The Middle East Landmark of the local music scene.

T.T. the Bear's Place Yes, another Cambridge rock club.

Arlene's Grocery Rocking out on the Lower East Side of Manhattan.

The Mercury Lounge Host to some of Mappari's best NYC shows.

Tommy Doyles Friendly site of WKR's Wednesday Night Open Mic. A fine pint of stout awaits ye!

Roggie's Featuring the Cabo Lounge, home to WKR's Tuesday Night Open Mic for over two years running!

iTunes Have you heard of this new-fangled digital music craze?

MP3Tunes Competition in the above category from the founder of MP3.com.