Ah, the weekend’s here at last! It’s time to relax and enjoy yourself. Sometimes planning out your weekend can seem like a chore, so we’re here to help! We’ve put together a handy dandy run down of events going on around Atlanta this weekend! So fret not, we’re here for you!
Friday October 11 – Alton Brown & The Edible Inevitable Trio @ Smith’s Olde Bar
Celebrity Chef Alton Brown’s show is a family-friendly blend of stand-up comedy, food experimentation, talk show antics, audience participation, multimedia lecture, and, for the first time…live music! You may be called on as a culinary assistant, and IT COULD GET MESSY! Hope you scored your tickets because this one’s sold out!
Friday October 11 – Lindi Ortega with special guest Brett Detar @ Eddie’s Attic
Armed with an inimitable, irresistible singing voice The Independent hails Lindi Ortega as “a truly magnificent instrument,” and a heart bursting with creative ambition. The Canadian songstress whom American Songwriter calls “the love child of Johnny Cash and Nancy Sinatra” hits Eddie’s Attic Friday!
Doors at 6 PM. TIX are $12 in advance, $16 at the door.
Friday October 11- Red Bull Sounds Presents: Reptar with Little Tybee, Mood Rings, & Cousin Dan @ Variety Playhouse
Paste Magazine said of Reptar, “These Southern-fried electronic Afro-poppers are known for the sticky dance riots of their live shows.” Need we say more? Fans of The Talking Heads, lots of dancing, and good times – you don’t want to miss this!
Friday October 11 – Mount Kimbie @ The Loft
Since their emergence, Mount Kimbie have repeatedly confounded expectations, transforming themselves from bedroom-studio producers to creators of one of the most fully realized electronic album-length statements of recent years. At the heart of the band’s music lies that simplest of things: the meeting of two musical minds.
Doors at 8 PM. TIX are $13 in advance, $15 at the door.
Saturday October 12 – AG, Maia Sharp, and Garrison Star – In The Round @ Eddie’s Attic
Woah, so many stellar songwriters in one night! You don’t want to miss this one folks!
Doors at 6PM. TIX are $15 in advance, $19 at the door.
Saturday October 12 – Michelle Malone & Jen Foster – In The Round @ Eddie’s Attic
Speaking of “In The Round” – Michelle Malone’s mastery of the guitar, her trademark voice, and her songwriting craft have won her critical acclaim and numerous awards over the years including: best album (Atlanta magazine), 2 time best acoustic guitarist (Creative Loafing, IAC), and 5 time female vocalist of the year (Creative Loafing), Best Blues Guitarist (IAC.com).
Jen Foster is an award-winning singer/songwriter who regularly sells out shows across the country. Her special bond with her fans creates a captive audience anxious to hear her stories and take in her unique sense of humor.
Doors at 9:30 PM. TIX are $18 in advance, $23 at the door.
Saturday October 12 – Ponderosa with Interstellar @ The Earl
From hook-filled tunes to whiskey ballads, Ponderosa delivers a successful fusion of straight Southern rock and Revolver-era Beatles, utterly seamless and genetically sound, not a Frankenstein.
Doors at 9 PM. TIX are $7 in advance, $10 day of show.
Saturday October 12 – Sister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds @ Smith’s Olde Bar
Sister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds is a nine-piece powerhouse that puts a modern spin on classic soul. The band is led by Arleigh Kincheloe (Sister Sparrow), whose astoundingly powerful voice and sly demeanor make for a spellbinding presence onstage. She is backed by the mighty force of The Dirty Birds, a flock of eight men who masterfully lay down thundering grooves and soaring melodies.
Doors at 8 PM. TIX are $12 in advance, $15 day of show.
Sunday October 13 – Electric Six with special guests @ The Earl
Fresh off the release of their first live album, Electric Six are set to blow your mind at The Earl this Sunday!
Doors at 8 PM. TIX are $12.
Sunday October 13 – Vienna Teng @ Eddie’s Attic
Follow the jump below for tickets and an interview with chamber-folk songstress Vienna Teng!
Doors at 6:30 PM. TIX are $24 in advance, $28 at the door.
