Interview with Kate Earl playing The Loft Sunday April, 21st

By: Shelby Lum Many musicians break into a record deal through networking, knowing the right people, or knocking on a lot of doors. Kate Earl found it by nearly getting hit by a car–which she luckily dodged. “I almost got hit by a car,” Kate said. “The driver of that car was my neighbor.” So […]

Interview with FUNTCASE! Spinning TOMORROW @ Magnetic Music Festival!

James Hazell, better known by his stage name FuntCase, is an English Dubstep and drum and bass producer and DJ, from Bournemouth, England. Hazell first released drum and bass, under the moniker DJ Dose in 2007, and in 2009 released his first single under the name FuntCase. In 2010 he was signed to Flux Pavilion […]

Interview with Dinner and a Suit! Rocking Out @ Smith’s Olde Bar 4/24!

In a music world where genre lines are increasingly blurred, Dinner And A Suit has emerged with a sonic meld that resonates with familiarity, and captivates with distinction. Formed in New Jersey by cousins Jonathan Capeci, Joey Beretta and Anthony Genca, the trio is forging a path that reflects the band’s music itself: putting the […]

Interview w/ Andrew Wessen of GROUPLOVE; Playing @ Party in the Park 5/18!

Who knew that at one point, five strangers could come together, almost immediately form a tight bond and create magical, dance-friendly, chart-topping music? If you haven’t figured it out already, I’m talking about the quintet that make up GROUPLOVE. For being a band for roughly four years, GROUPLOVE has accomplished many things in a short […]

George Jones @ The Fox Theatre 4/19 POSTPONED!

The George Jones show at The Fox Theatre has been postponed. It was scheduled for today, Friday, April 19. It will now take place on Friday, May 10. Tickets are valid for the new date, or refunds can be obtained IN PERSON from The Fox Theatre box office. Below is the statement from The Fox: […]

Record Store Day, this Saturday, April 20th!

By Molly Segers Record Store Day – that most joyous time of the year – is upon us again! Saturday, April 20th more than 700 independent record stores around the country will be stocked with a sampling of hundreds of special releases exclusively available for Record Store Day. Atlanta is lucky enough to be home […]

Heritage Sandy Springs BeerFest, Breweries & Bands List, Saturday 4/27

Just around the corner, Saturday, April 27th, you’ll want to wear your beer drinking clothes! You know what I’m talking about, those looser fitting shirts and pants with a little stretch! Get ready to fill up on some delicious craft brews at the Heritage Sandy Springs BeerFest. Here’s a sneak peek of some of the […]

5GB Interview w/ Ben Rector-Plus Your Chance to WIN Tickets to the Show TONIGHT!

Ben Rector is an American musician based in Nashville, Tennessee. His most recent record, Something Like This was released in September 2011. Through word of mouth the record charted at #1 on the iTunes Singer/Songwriter chart, and climbed above Lil Wayne’s Tha Carter IV to the #4 spot on iTunes,albums overall, bested only by Lady […]

Weekend Picks: Magnetic Music Festival, Atlanta Dogwood Festival, and 420 Fest!

By: Shelby Lum Atlanta packs in concerts and festivals almost every weekend and this one is no exception! From EDM to Country, and Jam Band Rock, your musical appetite will be fulfilled this weekend.   We’re ready to get our dance on at Magnetic, relax in the meadow at Piedmont Park’s Dogwood Festival, and then get […]

Interview with Michael from VietNam playing The EARL Sunday 4/21

By: Shelby Lum The Brooklyn band has been gaining a significant about of respect in the music arena since its EP in 2007, and after creating the newest album, “an A.merican D.ream” VietNam took to some interesting tactics to raise money for their tour, which they are taking nationally. Check out Atlanta Music Guide’s exclusive interview with […]

Interview with Tori Kelly; Played to a SOLD OUT Crowd @ Eddie’s Attic 4/17!

Born and raised in Atlanta, I’ve been to my fair share of sold out shows at Eddie’s Attic in Decatur, but I had never been to a sold out show like this one. For an hour and a half, 20-year old Tori Kelly deeply moved every single person in that room with her remarkably stunning […]

Twitter Releases New Music App for iPhone and Web

Today, Twitter released a new music app that uses Twitter activity, including Tweets and engagement, to help you find music that is the most popular on Twitter, as well as discover emerging artists. The new app brings artists’ music-related Twitter activity to the forefront: you can visit their profiles to see which music artists they […]

What’s Up Thursday? April 18th

Another beautiful day and another crazy AWESOME lineup! WOW! The bars, clubs and theaters are poppin’ tonight with all kinds of music! Check out the schedule below and grab tickets NOW to the show of your choice! The Milk Carton Kids (7:30pm) @ Eddie’s Attic The New York Times raves, “a sweetly dazzling variation on […]