live music

Little Elmore Reed Blues Band

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If you like your blues with a little dust on its boots and a whole lot of soul, catching the Little Elmore Reed Blues Band at Sam's Town Point is about as Austin as it gets.

Tucked into a quiet, wooded pocket of South Austin where the road in feels suspiciously like the road out, this ramshackle honky-tonk has long been the city’s “south pole” of live music. It’s the kind of place you don’t so much find as stumble onto, a spot that feels half backyard party, half time capsule, and all heart.

On May 18, 2026 at 9:00 pm, Little Elmore Reed and his band turn that unassuming room into a low-lit furnace of Texas blues. Expect searing guitar leads, slow-burn shuffles, and grooves that make you forget what time it is. The crowd is a mix of neighborhood regulars, musicians off the clock, and adventurous newcomers who’ve heard whispers about this hidden gem.

What makes this night special isn’t just the music, it’s the atmosphere:

Blues that leans deep into tradition but never feels stuck in the past.
A cozy, lived-in venue where the stage is close, the sound is warm, and everyone feels like part of the band’s extended family.
A pleasantly unpolished vibe that’s the opposite of flashy downtown clubs, perfect for letting your shoulders drop and your worries slip away.

If you’ve ever wanted to experience the side of Austin where legends are quietly made and the good stuff still lives off the beaten path, this is your night. Follow the winding roads past Slaughter and Manchaca, and you’ll find a blues sanctuary waiting in the trees.

Venue Details

Welcome to Sam's Town Point - a hidden gem in South Austin that feels like stepping back in time! This beloved dive bar has been a working-class neighborhood joint since 1981, run by Penny Grossman and her family, and has emerged as one of Austin's most authentic music venues.

Nestled among trees in a quiet neighborhood, Sam's Town Point exudes old Austin charm with its unassuming beige exterior. Inside, you'll discover a cozy space adorned with aging beer signs, wood paneling, and a delightful mix of comfy couches and old movie theater-style seats facing the dance floor and bandstand. Christmas lights and Chinese lanterns add to the homey atmosphere, while a late-1960s Wurlitzer jukebox loaded with 45-rpm records stands against one wall like a forgotten treasure.

Enjoy live music seven nights a week featuring top local and touring talent
Try Texas draft beers from breweries like Jester King, Karbach, and Live Oak
Join the popular two-step dance lessons held weekly
Experience both indoor entertainment (capacity ~80) and outdoor events (several hundred)
Bring your friendly pup - they're dog-friendly!

What makes Sam's truly special isn't just the pool table, DJ booth, or even the taxidermied black bear near the front - it's the community of artists and music lovers who gather here. Under the curation of songwriter Ramsay Midwood, you can always count on quality performances, whether inside or on the spacious outdoor stage.