What’s Up Tuesday?

By Eileen Tilson I just want to take a minute and say thank you to all of our AMG readers! We are at almost 25,000 Twitter followers, and it is all because of the amazingness of our audience! Your continued support of us means the world, so wherever you are tonight remember 1) IT”S MARDI […]

Live Review: Jeff Mangum at The 40 Watt Club, February 11

Live Review: Jeff Mangum at The 40 Watt Club, February 11

By David Courtright Jeff Mangum is one of the last great mysteries in indie music, and he intends to keep it that way. Made famous by his work with Neutral Milk Hotel, and in particular, the seminal album, In the Aeroplane Over the Sea, Mangum receded quickly into seclusion after the pressures of fame became […]

Live Review: Thurston Moore at The Goat Farm, February 8

Thurston Moore By David Courtright; photo by Michael Koenig (full gallery HERE) Thurston Moore may well be the Renaissanciest man in indie rock. Aside from being the songwriter and guitarist for what many consider to be the pivotal band in the evolution of indie rock music, Moore also moonlights as a director, National Geographic channel […]

What’s Up Monday?

By Eileen Tilson Happy Presidents Day y’all! I love these random holidays where I completely forget it’s a holiday! Hopefully, you have the day off as well and are sitting in your pi’s while reading this! As an extension of the weekend, you are definitely allowed to go out tonight, so go ahead and pick […]

CD Review: Kevn Kinney & The Golden Palominos — A Good Country Mile

Kevn Kinney & The Golden Palominos A Good Country Mile Redeye Label By Ellen Eldridge The opening to “Never Gonna Change,” with its harmonica calling like a name in the wind, recalls Blind Melon until Kevn Kinney starts singing; at that point something that may sound like Drivin’ N Cryin’ cries out with the stylish […]

John Mayer Going Country! Teaser of New Song “Shadow Days”

Perhaps our dear Atlanta boy John Mayer decided it was time to follow suit and go country like everyone else! His latest album Born and Raised (produced by Don Was) is supposed to be released in the near future, and I am sure some of us will be waiting with baited breath! Mayer announces the […]

5 GB With Rachel Platten; Playing Smith’s Olde Bar Feb. 18th

Rachel Platten is more than just a pretty face. The pop singer, perhaps best  known for her single “1,000 Ships,” has been compared to the likes of Alanis Morissette, Carole King, Tori Amos and Regina Spektor. She is a girl who is poised to continue to make a splash in the pop world and we are lucky […]

5GB With Van Dyke Parks; Playing The Earl, 2/18

By Eileen Tilson Legendary artist, composer and producer Van Dyke Parks has announced the launch of  a unique series of 7″ vinyl singles, the first new studio music in over 15 years since he released his acclaimed album Orange Crate Art. Each vinyl single is illustrated by some of the most important remarkable modern artists […]

What’s Up Thursday?

By Eileen Tilson Happy Thursday Atlanta! The days consistently keep getting warmer, and I just can’t help but to think that this little hinting of what was supposed to be winter is about over. There are a lot of great shows happening this weekend, so be sure to clear your calendar. Here are your Thursday […]

What’s Up Wednesday??

By Eileen Tilson It must be because of the fact that I was just on the other side of the coast less than 24 hours ago,but man this week feels like it is flying by! There are a ton of really interesting events to go to tonight, so just do yourself a favor and check […]

5GB With Drew & Ellie Holcomb; Playing Eddie’s Attic TONIGHT!

By Eileen Tilson I don’t know why Valentine’s Day gets such a bad wrap. I mean, I get that being without a love might suck, but think of all the good music that comes from that lovely four lettered word. For example, check out the picture to the left. That is a couple in love, […]

Celebrate the Radness of KAWS with DJ Hurricane

From graffiti artist to Disney animator to  world renowned artist, KAWS is pretty much a high-brow and pop-culture phenomenon. The High is bring some of his incredible work to Atlanta, and is having a kick ass party this Thursday to celebrate. DJ Hurricane (former DJ for the Beastie Boys) will be spinning, and KAWS will […]