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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Interview: Small Black @ The Drunken Unicorn 11/13

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 […]

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 […]

What’s Up Monday? November 4

What’s Up Monday? November 4

Hope you enjoyed your extra hour of sleep before this Monday workday! Make your first day work this November so much better with a show tonight! Songwriter’s Open Mic @ Eddie’s Attic For over 19 years, Eddie’s Attic has hosted Atlanta’s premiere Songwriter’s Open Mic for the performing songwriter. National and local acts perform 2 […]

AMG Weekend Picks: Cults, Jon McLaughlin, & More!

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! This is going to be a crazy weekend and we know you are way too focused on which wig you’re going to wear and how to apply fake blood to focus on what you’re doing for the rest of the weekend. Let us do it for you! Check out what’s happening this weekend! […]

What’s Up Thursday? October 31

What’s Up Thursday? October 31

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! We hope you have the SPOOKIEST of days! Throw on your costume and head downtown to one of the shows happening tonight! Shlohmo and XXYYXX @ The Basement at Graveyard Tavern Also Appearing: Taste Tester and Fortune Howl Shlohmo is an LA-native and visual artist turned self-taught musician. As a founding member of […]

What’s Up Wednesday? October 30

It’s Halloween Eve! Did you know that tonight is called “Mischief Night” in parts of the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States? It’s a night where people play pranks and cause mischief in their neighborhoods. So… watch out for that? And also watch out for some killer shows happening in the ATL tonight! Faye […]

What’s Up Tuesday? October 29

Here are some musical facts for today: On this day in 1971, Duane Allman was killed in a motorcycle accident in Macon. In 1982, Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson released, “Girl is Mine.” And in 2002, Christina Aguilera’s album, Stripped was released. And now for the awesome shows happening tonight that will also go down […]

Interview: Jay Stolar @ Eddie’s Attic 10/29

Interview: Jay Stolar @ Eddie’s Attic 10/29

Jay Stolar is a soul singer with an arsenal of heart gripping songs. His live performances hark back to the early days of R&B, when it was an artist’s job to connect to every person in the room. Jay is on tour following the release of his first album, More Than We Think. Of course […]