I would suggest the East also... When you live in the East you are closer to more big cities which makes going to shows easier. I'll tell you.. I never thought this day would come, but there is too much going on in the Baltimore area. There are nights when I have to pick who I want to see. As I get older I just can't go out every night like I used to.. I have missed shows because of this. If nothing else.. the Baltimore are is home to the M3 festival.. so once a year you would have 25 or so cool bands play right in your back yard. If that's not enough already.. Baltimore is home to the Super Bowl Champs.
Yeah, I was gonna suggest you talk to Dave. The bastard. If nothing else, M3? No. If nothing else, KIX!!