Interview with Kelley from The Trishas playing Eddie’s Attic 5/15

By: Shelby Lum Some may see touring with four women, and four strong personalities as more than just a challenge, but The Trishas see it as more than just a bus full of estrogen and a whole lot of shoes. For the all-woman, roots band, the four people who make up the group define the […]

Q & A w/ The Electric Sons; Playing @ Party in the Park 5/18!

The Electric Sons are an Atlanta indie/electronic band founded by vocalist/guitarist, Andrew Miller and keyboardist/vocalist, Ben Richards. The band formed in 2011 when Miller left his job as an illustrator for the FX Network series, “Archer,” to team up with Richards, an advertising graduate of Savannah College of Art and Design. Miller and Richards quickly […]

Interview with Collie Buddz playing The Masquerade 5/15

By: Shelby Lum Most likely because of the infamous Bob Marley, most (including myself) associate reggae with Jamaica, yet island culture doesn’t just stop in Jamaica, and Collie Buddz is changing the image. “Growing up in Bermuda, reggae was all I listened to,” Collie Buddz said. After he began attending Full Sail University in Florida, he began making his […]

Q & A with Blackberry Smoke; Playing @ Rome River Jam 5/18

Formed in Atlanta, Blackberry Smoke (Charlie Starr, Richard Turner, Brit Turner, Paul Jackson, and Brandon Still) has been winning over fans since 2000. Mixing elements of country, gospel, bluegrass, rock and soul, there’s a little something for the ears of everyone. In the last decade, the quintet has released three full-length albums, two EPs and […]

Interview with Josh Ritter playing Variety Playhouse 5/14

By: Shelby Lum (Photo Cred: Laura Wilson) What makes Josh Ritter, Josh Ritter, is his whirlwind of experiences. Coming off his latest album release in March, The Beast In Its Tracks, the singer made a very painful experience public knowledge in his lyrics and in his songs: his breakup and divorce. “The reception has been far […]

Q & A w/ Michal Menert; Playing @ The Bassnectar After-Party 5/11!

Michal Menert is the first artist signed to Pretty Lights Music, after co-producing Pretty Lights’ debut album, “Taking Up Your Precious Time (2006)” and contributing to a handful of the project’s tracks afterward. With a new EP out, Michal has hit the road to blow people away with his new music. We caught up with […]

Q&A with Matt Skiba of Alkaline Trio; Playing Center Stage on May 11

By Al Kaufman “It’s better to burn out then to fade away,” said a wise rock and roller (who has yet to do either after over 40 years).  But these words ring even truer in the world of punk rock. Like a red dwarf, these bands burn brightly with passion and fury, then fade out […]

Q & A with Sheila E! Playing @ The Riverdale Amphitheater 5/11!

Sheila E. is a multi-faceted drummer, percussionist, vocalist, songwriter, performer, arranger, producer, composer, instrumentalist and humanitarian. Her gifts have brought joy on the world and have made her one of today’s brightest talents, and she continues to be one of our most treasured stars. Sheila Escovedo was born into a musical family. She was heavily […]

Interview with Torres; Playing @ The EARL 5/10!

When does a musician finally hit upon his or her particular “sound”? For some, it bursts forth from their body fully formed; for others, it takes months or sometimes years of trial-and-error. For Mackenzie Scott, the singer-songwriter from Nashville who performs under the name Torres, the foundation and framework of her distinctive sound were already […]

Interview with Jenny O. Playing at Variety Playhouse on 5/11

By: Shelby Lum  Jenny O. has been gaining popularity within the LA singer songwriter scene for some time now. From stripped down acoustic shows to playing with a full band, she has been touring the country in support of her most recent album Automechanic. Her music has been featured on True Blood, and her style […]

Q & A w/ Swear and Shake; Playing Shaky Knees 5/5!

Swear and Shake, fronted by the guitar wielding Kari Spieler and the guitar and banjo playing Adam McHeffey, the two expertly blend their vocals, melodies, and confessional lyrics. Rounding out the quartet are old friends Ben Goldstein on drums and Shaun Savage on bass guitar. The band was named “Band of the Month” of December […]

500 Songs for Kids: 5/3 & 5/4 at the EARL!

By Jhoni Jackson Even if it were not part of a fundraiser for a great organization, 500 Songs for Kids would still make for a memorable event. Lineups consisting entirely of covers based on a theme played by some of Atlanta’s best musicians? Count me in. The fact that it’s for a great cause simply […]

Q & A w/ Tumbleweed Wanderers; Playing @ Shaky Knees Festival 5/4!

Since forming in April of 2011, Tumbleweed Wanderers have been bringing their electric shows to an increasingly wider audience, from their early performances at small bars and cafes, to becoming a major local headliner, selling out shows at the Bay Area’s best venues such as Great American Music Hall and Bottom of the Hill. Since […]

Interview w/ RL Grime; Playing @ The Basement at Graveyard Tavern 5/8!

RL Grime is hitting up the Basement at Graveyard Tavern next Wednesday May 8, along with Speakerfoxxx and Taste Tester! We caught up with the music mastermind to ask some questions about this new side project, his music and his dream collaboration. Check out our interview below to get more information on RL Grime and […]

Q & A with Jenny and Tyler; Playing @ Eddie’s Attic 5/5!

Jenny & Tyler are an acoustic folk-pop duo whose live performances strike a rare balance of intimacy and intensity. They share their songs, their stories and their lives with a candor that captivates, inspires and transcends age and cultural divides. Regardless of background, their music hits closest to home for people who are wrestling with […]