Throwback Thursday: 5GB with The Blind Shake

This interview was originally published on October 5, 2012. The Blind Shake will perform at The EARL on December 3, 2014.  By Jhoni Jackson Garage-stomp is the choice term for the Blind Shake. The Minneapolis band employs it in press releases and on their website. There’s no use in arguing—they’re right. There’s no better way to […]

Farewell Drifters

Interview w/ Zach of The Farewell Drifters, Playing @ Eddie’s Attic 11/21

The Farewell Drifters formed when lead singer Zach Bevill and mandolinist Joshua Britt discovered a mutual love of 60’s pop and began writing and performing together. They return to Atlanta this Friday to perform once again at Eddie’s Attic and to promote their latest album, Tomorrow Forever, released under Compass Records and collaborated with producer […]

Bear's Den

Live Review: Bear’s Den @ The Earl 11/17

London-based Bear’s Den consists of trio Andrew Davie (vocals, guitar), Joey Haynes (banjo, vocal), and Kevin Jones (vocals, drums). They released their debut album, Islands, earlier this year on October 20 via Communion Records to much critical acclaim. It was only after finding their identity on the road that the band decided to focus their attention […]

AMG Quiz! Who is Your Atlanta Music Soulmate?

Finding true love is hard; but we tried to make it easier for you with this quiz! Find out your Atlanta Music Soulmate and make sure to lock eyes next time he/she comes to town! True love will prevail!  

Manchester Orchestra

New Music Tuesday 11/18

Mr. Gnome – The Heart Of A Dark Star (El Marko Records)                     Mr. Gnome are a duo whose melancholy, prickling, guitar-driven sound nods to Cat Power-influenced indie rock acts such as Land Of Talk and Lightning Dust. The duo consists of vocalist/guitarist Nicole Barille and drummer/pianist Sam […]

Weekend Picks 11/14-11/16

Two weekends before Thanksgiving means it’s time to treat yourself before you give thanks to others! Check out all the Atlanta weekend shows below. Friday, November 14th Caroline Herring w/ Special Guest Heather Maloney at Eddie’s Attic With accolades and endorsements from critics and fellow musicians alike, Signature Sounds recording artist Caroline Herring has emerged […]

Throwback Thursday: Interview with Charlie Mars

This interview was originally published on June 18, 2013. Charlie Mars will be performing at Eddie’s Attic on November 15, 2014.  Charlie Mars’ recently released album, Like A Bird, Like A Plane is his fifth studio record, but can be best described as a new debut. Over 11 songs, Mars hits a groove that does not […]

R.E.M. by MTV

Enter to Win R.E.M. By MTV Screening Passes on 11/18 & the DVD set!

Don’t miss the advanced screening of R.E.M. by MTV at Midtown Art on Tuesday, Nov. 18! Fans that attend the screening will have the opportunity to receive $10 off the DVD, which will be in stores on Monday, Nov. 24. The $10 off offer is good only at these participating Atlanta independent record stores: Criminal Records, […]

Local Artist Spotlight: Pls Pls Playing @ The Drunken Unicorn 11/13

Pls Pls (pronounced Please Please) is headed up by longtime Atlanta musician Dan Dixon, a renowned songwriter in his own right and frontman for his previous band, Dropsonic. They recently headlined the notorious Atlanta legacy known as CordogOrama on Saturday, Nov. 8, and will be opening for The Life And Times at The Drunken Unicorn […]

Tyler Ramsey

Interview w/ Tyler Ramsey Playing @ The Earl 11/15

Although Tyler Ramsey is most immediately recognizable as the tall guitarist for Band Of Horses, he is also a noteworthy singer/songwriter with solo music dating back at least 10 years. His solo work stands strong as a collection of folk-style songs with intricate guitar-playing along with Ramsey’s hauntingly expressive vocals woven in between. We spoke with Ramsey about his […]

New Music Tuesday 11/11

Change up your routine with some new tunes from these albums, dropping today! Pink Floyd – The Endless River (Columbia Records) In 2013 David Gilmour and Nick Mason revisited the music from the 1993 Division Bell sessions, when they played freely with Rick Wright at Britannia Row and Astoria studios. They decided that the tracks should be made […]

Gotta Get Down On Friday

Happy Friday, everyone! Kick off your weekend with some awesome new music releases from rock, alternative and rap artists! Foo Fighters – “What Did I Do?/God As My Witness” Die-hard Foo Fighter fans have probably been following their HBO series called Sonic Highways, but for those who have not heard about this unique project yet then […]