Interview with Erin Thomas; Playing Eddie’s Attic on Thursday, March 14th

By: Shelby Lum Erin Thomas herself is proof that Nashville produces more than just modern country artists. The young folk singer grew up around music of all kinds, and it was in the cards for Thomas to become an artist and a musician. “My parents were lover of all types of music,” Thomas said. “My […]

Interview with Bad Bad Lola; Playing @ Smith’s Olde Bar Saturday, March 16th

Dim lighting, candles, wine and beer set the mood for the intimate house show put on by Bad Bad Lola for close family and friends this past Sunday night. Wearing gold glitter heels, a sultry black wig and red lipstick, singer Simone Irwin belted out four soulful tunes, while guitarist Julio Miranda, and bassist Monty […]

AMG’s Ones to Watch: Milyssa Rose

By: Taylor Magill Milyssa Rose is an Atlanta pop artist with an edge. Born in Detroit, Michigan, Milyssa has always known that the entertainment business was   her true calling. Growing up, she participated in community theater, modeling, and talent shows. Milyssa also has been studying with a vocal coach for many years to perfect her […]

What’s Up Monday? March 11th

It may be a dreary Monday, but there are some great shows going on that will brighten up your night! Whether you enjoy the bar scene in the East Atlanta Village or a rowdy, club-like venue like Terminal West or the Masquerade, we have a show for you! From punk-rock to disco-y standout music to […]

CD Review: Shooter Jennings – The Other Life, Releases March 12th

By Ellen Eldridge   If Waylon Jennings hadn’t given his seat up on the famous flight Buddy Holly chartered in 1958 that crashed on the “day the music died,” son “Shooter” would never have lived to combine the psychedelic influence of Pink Floyd with the earthy soul of outlaw country music.   His 1979 arrival […]

Interview with Penidean of Natural Vibrations playing at Smiths Olde Bar on Tuesday, March 12th

By: Shelby Lum When you think of reggae music, usually you think of Jamaica, but a different island is beginning to take a own hold on the genre. Natural Vibrations, a reggae band, are Hawaii natives who have been playing and bringing the “aloha spirit” to anyone who listens to their music. “We actually could […]

5GB Interview: Amena Brown @ Eddie’s Attic Sun. 3/10

Spoken word poet, author, and host of Urban Grind’s 5th Thursday Open Mic, Amena Brown and her husband DJ Opdiggy, will perform a presentation of poetry, monologue, and music based on the themes in her debut book release, Breaking Old Rhythms, which explores how experiences such as deejaying, learning to dance, having a broken heart, […]

2013 MEEHAN’S SHAMROCK & ROLL featuring Kingsized & The Breakfast Club, Sandy Springs, Sat Mar. 9

Rock 100.5 & Guinness present 2013 MEEHAN’S SHAMROCK & ROLL. Celebrate St. Partick’s Day a week early at Meehan’s Shamrock & Roll, the biggest St Paddy’s party around, featuring Kingsized and The Breakfast Club! ** Free Entry until 3:30pm ** 10:30 a.m. – Pub Opens, Kegs & Eggs until 12 p.m. 12 p.m. – St. Baldricks Head Shaving […]

The Roycrofters Win Qualifying Battle #2, Hard Rock Rising – The Global Battle of the Bands, Atlanta

Last night, Hard Rock Cafe Atlanta and Rock 100.5 hosted Qualifying Battle #2 (of Hard Rock Rising – The Global Battle of the Bands 2013) with local Atlanta artists NaJasism, HOTT with Harry Leggs, Nine Times Blue, and The Roycrofters. After 4 songs from each band, Hard Rock tallied the judges’ scores and The Roycrofters […]

Weekend Picks! Chelsea Light Moving, Mac DeMarco, Alexz Johnson, and more!

By: Shelby Lum It is finally the weekend, and you know what that means; Weekend picks from Atlanta Music Guide! As per usual, we have created a list with a variety of options to appeal to your musical taste. Hit up your favorites and enjoy a cold one! Friday, March 8th-Chelsea Light Moving with Normal […]

Q&A with Cody Canada & The Departed; Playing @ Peachtree Tavern Friday, March 8th!

ADVENTŪS is the Latin word for arrival. And so Cody Canada and The Departed emerge with their first original album. Upon the disbanding of Cross Canadian Ragweed, The Departed took root; Cody Canada and his long time Ragweed band mate, Jeremy Plato on bass and vocals, with Seth James on guitar and vocals (Seth James […]

What’s Up Thursday? March 7th

Things are poppin’ tonight! Tons of shows happening and we love it. From dance-y indie rock to classic rock, and chilled out folk, take your pick and enjoy this Thursday evening! He’s My Brother, She’s My Sister w/ Paper Bird & Shakey Graves @ The Earl He’s My Brother She’s My Sister seem to invite […]

5GB Interview with Moontower; Playing @ Eddie’s Attic Saturday, 3/9

Based out of our hometown, Atlanta, Georgia, Moontower was developed by the simple fact of good friends getting together to do what they love: play music! Moontower’s music does not fit into one genre; it is best described as a melodic mix of Rock, Acoustic, Jam, Folk, and Country. Influences range from The Allman Brothers […]

Kid Cudi, Third Party, and Tommie Sunshine Just Added to The Magnetic Music Festival Lineup, 4/20

Basking in the Spring sunshine while dancing to the hottest tracks, from some of the best artists and DJs, sounds pretty awesome right about now! Magnetic Music Festival, on Saturday, April 20th, just finalized their lineup and they’ve added Kid Cudi, Third Party, and Tommie Sunshine to the list. The latest additions to the inaugural […]