In conclusion, the true story of the Armadillo World Headquarters is a good deal more complex than the prevailing mythology of its being primarily the birthplace of progressive country. By taking a more comprehensive look at the diverse artists and musical styles that appeared at the Armadillo throughout its ten-year history, we can see just how important a role the venue played in the larger music scene beyond just the development of progressive country. It is also clear that, while progressive country percolated up out of Austin's larger live music scene (including Soap Creek Saloon and other venues), the Armadillo provided the most high-profile arena, in which the diverse elements of progressive country came together to reach the largest audiences in Austin and beyond. To recognize the aesthetic commonalities of country, blues, rock, folk, and jazz performance at the Armadillo (which were grounded in improvisation, hybridity, and technical virtuosity tempered with an appreciation of raw and vital spontaneity) provides a starting point for further examination of the mythology and popular perceptions so often attached to the study of regional music subcultures.