Brothers, Keith and Michael Jeffery, along with keyboardist Darren Sell, have been some busy dudes this year. Their band, Atlas Genius, released its debut album, “When It Was Now” earlier this year and immediately received worldwide attention. Two of their singles from the album, “Trojans” and “If So” ranked high on the Alternative Music charts […]
Dwight Yoakam is a man of many talents. Between his long, successful music career and his numerous acting roles, Yoakam is one of the few entertainers that has maintained icon status. Musically, Yoakam is known for his pale cowboy hat with the brim pulled low, poured-on blue jeans and intricate, catchy melodies paired with poignant, […]
By Al Kaufman When Cody ChesnuTT released The Headphone Masterpiece in 2002, the music world noticed. ChesnuTT was exactly what music should be. His 36-song masterpiece (the title is not an empty boast) easily encompassed R&B and hip-hop with funk, classic rock, gospel, and even a touch of punk. His songs were songs of passion, […]
The Music Startup Academy is designed to reduce barriers to entry into the music business for developers and entrepreneurs. The coursework will provide a clear roadmap to success by offering actionable insights into building a legal, streamlined, and competitive music property. This first-of-its-kind event in Atlanta is quarterbacked by Shachar Oren, CEO of local music […]
By Al Kaufman For most kids, the age of 15 is a time for texting, dating, and making sure they are wearing the right shoes. Fifteen-year-old Decatur, GA native Sydney Rhame is already nine years into her music career. Rhame started writing songs at the age of six. Since that time, she has trained under […]
The Recording Academy Atlanta Chapter presents “The Legacy Lounge”: An Intimate Conversation with CeeLo Green and his inspiration, Little Richard. This event will be held at the W Atlanta Downtown on Sunday, September 29th. Doors open at 5 p.m. The event ends at 9pm. Cocktail Reception, Seated Dinner and “The Conversation” VIP Table of 10 […]
Goodie Mob, a Hip Hop act based in Atlanta, Georgia that formed in 1991 and currently consists of members Cee-Lo Green, Khujo, T-Mo and Big Gipp, is taking over our beautiful city this Monday, August 26th starting with a CD signing at Criminal Records! They’ve got some fun events lined up for you and we […]
Creative Loafing celebrates the best things in Atlanta on Thursday, September 19 at 7 p.m. in the heart of Downtown Atlanta at Centennial Olympic Park. This sensory overload of a party will celebrate the 2013 Best of Atlanta issue by combining pieces of Atlanta’s past, present, and future. Atlanta hip hop icon and winner of […]
It’s a busy week this week as far as in-store signings and meet n’ greets go! Check out the schedule below and maybe YOU can come face to face with your favorite musician! Stalley Stop by Wish to meet n’ greet with Stalley! He’ll be signing copies of his new mix-tape Honest Cowboy which will […]
By: Shelby Lum Alright Atlanta, now every weekend is an exciting one, but this one might be just a little better than usual! In the mood for R&B? Check out R&B master K-Ci & Jojo at the Wolf Creek Amphitheater on Saturday night. Feeling like a jam band kind of day? Head to Jerry Day […]
Austin Mahone @ The Tabernacle October 20th Pop sensation, Austin Mahone, is appearing at the Tabernacle on Sunday, October 20th at 6pm. Special guests are Becky G, Midnight Red and W3 The Future. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, August 2nd at 10am at Ticketmaster.com, charge by phone at 800-745-3000 or […]
By Rosie Judd Wesley Cook is a familiar voice in the Athens and Atlanta music scene. His soon-to-be released “Heavy” offers more of his acoustic driven, lyrical pop music that is heavily steeped in deep emotions. Cook guides the listener on an emotional journey through loss, love and hope without coming off as overly sappy […]
It’s that time of year again, The American reality singing competition is back! Do you have what it takes to be the next AMERICAN IDOL? The Season 13 auditions will be in Atlanta this month! Come out and audition to become the NEXT American Idol superstar! Who? Talent in the Atlanta Area When? Registration […]
There’s a rich history in rock of exes making beautiful music together. But what makes TeamMate’s story particularly compelling is how insurmountable drummer Dani Buncher and singer-keyboardist Scott Simons’ break up seemed. One day they were daydreaming about growing old together, and the next, Dani came out to her boyfriend. The two had been dating for a full decade. […]
By Al Kaufman Maybe it is the southern cooking. Maybe it’s having to deal with southern men. But hell if the female musicians we get out of Georgia ain’t bad-ass. Think of the fiercely independent and creative Janelle Monae. Or think of that rough and tumble sweetness of southern rock and blues mama Michelle Malone. […]
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