CD Review: The Dexateens — Singlewide

CD Review: The Dexateens — Singlewide

The DexateensSinglewideSkybucket Records By Alexandra Edwards Alt-country has never really enjoyed a revival of popularity since its blip on the college radio map in the mid-'90s. Sure, individual bands or albums may enjoy some time in the spotlight, but there's no sense of exploration across the genre. It's a shame, too, since The Dexateens are […]

Corndogorama Tickets Go On Sale This Monday, May 11!

Corndogorama Tickets Go On Sale This Monday, May 11!

Corndogorama is fast approaching – it's already May and before you know it, it'll be June 27 and we'll all be heading over to East Atlanta Village to stuff our faces with corndogs and watch some awesome local bands. Oh and not to mention the crowning of the Corndog Queen, an Artist Market Village, tricycle […]

CD Review: The Beggars’ Guild — …It Only Gets Better From Here

CD Review: The Beggars’ Guild — …It Only Gets Better From Here

The Beggars’ Guild …It Only Gets Better From Here Favorite Gentlemen By Samantha Parvin Atlanta continues to build its name in the universal music scene, and we are able to promote high standards of music because of bands like the Beggars’ Guild. Do not let the modest print and graphics of their first full-length album […]

Full List of Artists for Tonight’s (Monday) 500 Songs for Kids Announced!

Full List of Artists for Tonight’s (Monday) 500 Songs for Kids Announced!

Hope all of you have been enjoying the heck out of Smith's Olde Bar's 500 Songs for Kids the past few days. Tickets are still available at Ticket Alternative, and now we have a full list for the artists playing tonight: Abe Okie, Brain Box, Bria Kam Band, Brian Wiltsey, Coleman Fox & The Funky […]

CD Review: Depeche Mode — Sounds of the Universe

CD Review: Depeche Mode — Sounds of the Universe

Depeche Mode Sounds of the Universe Mute/EMI By Stephanie Roman Considering the proliferation of '80s cover bands and modern artists clearly influenced by the synth-pop, new wave and dance music of that decade, '80s nostalgia continues to draw our attention. This summer, we find a diverse cross-section of '80s bands from Jane's Addiction to Specimen reuniting for note-worthy performances. What makes Depeche Mode any different from their contemporaries? Do […]

Q&A with José Reyes, co-founder of Fringe

Q&A with José Reyes, co-founder of Fringe

By Julia Reidy Four times a season, several seemingly disparate creative ideas come together harmoniously in one venue: classical chamber music, electronica DJ-ing, visual art, short film, performance art and essay. It’s an idea new to Atlanta, and it’s one of the most interesting evenings $15 can buy. Co-founded and run by Fia and Dana […]

Show Preview and Interview: Celebracion — A Benefit for Megan Lillie & Scott Nesbit at The EARL Tuesday, May 5 (Cinco de Mayo)

Show Preview and Interview: Celebracion — A Benefit for Megan Lillie & Scott Nesbit at The EARL Tuesday, May 5 (Cinco de Mayo)

By Scott Roberts Perhaps the most effective way to deal with an unfortunate situation is to figure out a way to turn the adversity into a party! That’s exactly what Criminal Records’ Kerri Boles has done with the upcoming Celebracion benefit to be held at The EARL on May 5.  “This benefit is for Megan […]

CANCELED: Anthony David @ Sugarhill, May 16

CANCELED: Anthony David @ Sugarhill, May 16

Due to the closing of Sugarhill, the Anthony David show for May 16 has been canceled. Tickets bought at an outlet will be refunded at point of purchase, and tickets bought online or on the phone are already being automatically refunded.

CD Review: Pistolero — Warface

CD Review: Pistolero — Warface

PistoleroWarface3 Bullets By Al Kaufman Pistolero is a bunch of music geeks who are so into it that they make their own amps. They know they're great musicians. They could have made one of those carefully crafted, perfectly produced technically mesmerizing CDs that showcased their talents. Instead, they sound like they were headed in that […]

Artists for Friday’s 500 Songs for Kids is Announced!

Artists for Friday’s 500 Songs for Kids is Announced!

Friday's 500 Songs for Kids is looking to be a scorcher. Check out this awesome list: Patterson Hood and the Pack of Lies (featuring Patterson Hood, Shonna Tucker, John Neff, Brad Morgan and Jay Gonzalez), Angie Aparo, Francine Reed, Larry Wachs and Rock 100's Regular Guys, The Brilliant Inventions, 3rd Creek, Adam Dorfman, Age Of […]

Sugarhill To Close On Tuesday – Future Shows Being Moved

Sugarhill To Close On Tuesday – Future Shows Being Moved

Creative Loafing just broke the story that downtown soul and hip-hop club Sugarhill will be closing on Tuesday, May 5: When Sugarhill opened nearly three years ago, it was the only bright spot in the city’s attempt to remake the touristy wasteland Underground Atlanta into a hub for Atlanta nightlife. City officials even went so […]

CD Review: Papercuts — You Can Have What You Want

CD Review: Papercuts — You Can Have What You Want

PapercutsYou Can Have What You Want Memphis Industries By Eileen Tilson As a friend and I were listening to the Papercuts’ latest album, You Can Have What You Want, the aforementioned friend commented that it's “like a Beach Boys video; it’s supposed to be cheerful, but leaves you feeling kind of melancholy.” The fact that […]

CD Review: Cursive — Mama, I’m Swollen

CD Review: Cursive — Mama, I’m Swollen

Cursive Mama, I’m Swollen Saddle Creek By Julia Reidy The seminal Omaha band’s seventh full-length record seems almost made to be listened to in terms of pacing. It’s like an amusement park ride, quick and thrilling at times, but slowing suddenly, menacingly, right before a breathtaking plunge. When it relaxes, it does so via slowing […]

Full List of Artists for Tonight’s 500 Songs for Kids Announced!

Full List of Artists for Tonight’s 500 Songs for Kids Announced!

We have a list of all the band's that will be playing the opening night of 500 Songs for Kids tonight at Smith's Olde Bar. Behold, the mammoth group of awesome artists you can catch tonight for an awesome cause: The Constellations, The Howlies, South 70, Amy Gerhartz, Angela Lavine, Besides Daniel, Billy Gewin, Bouldercrest […]