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I live in Austin and I dig it for the most part. A lot of locally owned businesses: a lot of locally owned record stores! If you're from Ft. Worth, I think you'll feel right at home in Austin. The traffic sucks and the lack of adequate public transportation is not anything you aren't used to. I would recommend getting a bike and moving in toward the city. If you don't smoke pot, prepare to feel left out in almost every social situation.
In my opinion, if you're going to live in Texas, live in Austin. Sure it's hot, but the surrounding landscape is surprisingly beautiful. The green belt and Barton Springs are great in the summer. I definitely wouldn't be reclusive while living here.
And if you like wading through a see of hipsters, Jackalope on 6th has two dollar pints of anything and everything they have on tap (Bellhaven, Guiness, Franzikaner, New Castle, Real Ales). It's the only night where it's actually cheaper to drink at a bar.
The music scene is way overrated.
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