Michael Franti & Spearhead @ The Tabernacle November 8th
Photos by Ryan Swerdlin Full Gallery after the jump…
Interview: Geographer @ The Drunken Unicorn 11/14
In the summer of 2005, after a series of deaths in the family, Mike Deni left his hometown in New Jersey for San Francisco. He spent the next several months with his guitar and a synthesizer, turning that tragedy into the songs that would soon become the foundation for Geographer. With the additions of cellist […]
Live Review: Colin Meloy @ Variety Playhouse
By: Emily Jackson Much like the lyrics of the songs themselves, the performances by Colin Meloy and Eleanor Friedberger last night at the Variety Playhouse told epic tales, complete with villains, heroes, challenges and triumphs. Both musicians are ordinarily the lead singers for more elaborate ensembles, but that didn’t diminish the success of the poetic […]
Interview: Besides Daniel @ The Earl 11/9
Every great artistic talent stems from a great love, is cultivated by the intrigue of influence, and thrives on passion for human experience. Besides Daniel front man Danny Brewer’s immense talent is no exception. His poetic lyricism, natural-sounding acoustic riffs, and evocative voice combine to produce truly masterful melodies. Besides Daniel’s forthcoming third release, This […]
Interview: Rosco Bandana @ Smith’s Olde Bar 11/9
The Mississippi septet Rosco Bandana are the product of teenage rebellion and its consequences; of lost love, false starts and, above all, lasting friendship. They’re what happens when a group of kids take a chance on a long shot and – against all odds – it pays off. Their act includes blues/americana style music blended […]
The Head And The Heart In Store Performance @ Criminal Records 11/12 – 6PM
Head on over to Criminal Records on Tuesday, November 12th, at 6:00pm for an in-store set by The Head & the Heart. The Seattle-based indie folk band will perform a live acoustic set at the store and sign copies of Let’s Be Still, their new album on Sub Pop Records, before they head to the […]
AMG Weekend Picks: Active Child, The Greencards & More!
The weekend is here! There are plenty of AWESOME events happening in Atlanta and the weather is supposed to be gorgeous! So get out there and enjoy it! Friday, November 8 – Please PleaseRock Me @ Smith’s Olde Bar Please PleaseRock Me is a group that compiles music by and surrounding the Beatles. They go […]
What’s Up Thursday? November 7
On this date in 1967, Elton John, still going by Reg Dwight, and Bernie Taupin signed their first major publishing deal. Both of their parents were there to witness the signing since they were both still minors. Also, in 1988 – Michael Jackson released the seventh single from the album Bad, “Smooth Criminal”. Now check […]
What’s Up Wednesday? November 6
On this date in 1982, Marvin Gaye notched his 11th #1 on the R&B chart with “Sexual Healing.” On November 6, 1948 – Glenn Frey, founder, songwriter, guitarist and vocalist from the Eagles was born in Detroit, Michigan. And here are some shows happening on this date in 2013. Big Freedia with DIP @ The […]
What’s Up Tuesday? November 5
Remember, remember, the fifth of November. Make this a night to remember by heading downtown and checking out some great shows! The Blow @ The Earl The Blow is an electronic pop duo comprised of Khaela Maricich and Melissa Dyne. The Blow has taken various incarnations over the years: initially begun as a solo project […]
Interview: Small Black @ The Drunken Unicorn 11/13
Interview by: JJ Posway Built off the back of 2010’s New Chain and 2009’s self-titled EP, Limits of Desire is a crystallization of Small Black‘s gorgeous synth-pop sound. Together the four piece, Josh Hayden Kolenik (keys, vocals), Ryan Heyner (guitar, keys, vocals), Juan Pieczanski (bass, guitar) and Jeff Curtin (drums, percussion) have moved past the […]
Picture Book: Sleigh Bells @ Center Stage
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ONE DAY ONLY – “Inside Llewyn Davis” Vinyl Soundtrack Sale 11/5
Want the full-length VINYL Soundtrack album for the Grand Prix WINNER at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival at a 1960s price?! The Coen Brothers’ new film “Inside Llewyn Davis” has earned high praise from the critics as one of this season’s biggest Oscar contenders. It is the Coens’ first music-based film since “O Brother, Where […]
Picture Book & Live Review: John Legend @ The Fox Theatre
By: Sarah Murphy Not many artists today can transition from bass-thumping dance music to soft piano ballads as seamlessly as John Legend. The Ohio native took the stage at the beautiful Fox Theatre to an animated sold out crowd November 1. There was singing, dancing, and a whole lot of love in the room that […]
Interview: Pelican- Playing @ The Masquerade, November 5th
After four years of silence, instrumental metal standard bearers Pelican have come thundering back, with Forever Becoming, an eight-song album destined to be considered one of the most punishingly rewarding albums of the year. This reborn Pelican is purer, more focused, and far more assured. Recorded at Electrical Audio in Chicago with engineer Chris Common, […]
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