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Folk music. I've been playing Irish traditional music as a hobby for years and it has always been an excellent gateway to making friends with like-minded people.

Pursuing a hobby seriously and finding others who are also into said hobby is a great way to make meaningful connections with others.

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For me it's jazz, but similar deal. Actually, I like the fact that jazz musicians come from all walks of life: Professional, working class, even homeless. And that they don't give a rat's ass about the drama of my day job, so I can leave it at the door.

Lately I've been going to "old time" fiddle jams (with my cello or double bass). It's a super chill community, welcoming of strangers, with a rich heritage to learn from even if it seems superficially simplistic.

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Do you, by chance, work at Cowboy Feng's Spacebar and Grille? If so, I'd recommend sticking close to it.