The last time I saw the Breeders was with Nirvana at the Omni in 1994….that was a rad show, so I was stoked to find out that they’re coming to the Loft Friday June 13th. They’ve gota new Steve Albini produced album coming April 8th called Mountain Battles on 4AD records. Let’s hope it doesn’t […]
Singer Jill Scott brings her impressive soulful sounds to the Fox Theatre this Friday and Saturday (February 22 & 23). She will also be joined by soul singer Raheem DeVaughn. Scott’s most recent album, The Real Thing: Words and Sounds Vol. 3, was released last year with rave reviews. For more information about Scott’s Atlanta […]
Dragons of Zynth are currently over in Europe touring with Yeasayer. They return next month to the states to start their US tour with Saul Williams. Dragons will be appearing with Saul Williams at The Loft on Friday, April 4th. For tickets click here!
Mick Jones (formerly of the Clash and Big Audio Dynamite….duh) has a brand new project with Tommy James (the not Billy Idol dude from Generation X) called Carbon/Silicon. They’ll be making their first trip down south on April 14th at the Loft. Tickets go on sale this Friday, February 22nd, at Noon. Also check out […]
Built to SpillYou In ReverseWarner Brothers RecordsBy Kim Burdges This week Built to Spill will hit the road through March to promote their most recent album, You In Reverse. The indie rockers will be playing at the Variety Playhouse in Atlanta on March 12. You In Reverse is a refreshing release from the Boise based […]
Check out some of Atlanta’s hottest bands for free this Thursday at Star Bar in Little Five Points. February 21, Pop Death Squad presents Big Trouble in Little Five Points featuring Ponderosa (including former Variac members Kris Sampson and JT Hall), Heavy Mojo, and Part Bear. It’s an ages 21 and up show and the […]
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Construction is currently underway at the former EchoLounge location in East Atlanta. The East Atlanta Ice House is expected to open in the next month or so. No word yet on a definite date for The Roxy in Buckhead to close, and HiFI Buys Amphitheatre is back to its original name; Lakewood Amphitheatre. The venue […]
Dance-duo The Crystal Method play WetBar in Atlanta on February 23rd. The Crystal Method, best known for their 1997 hit Busy Child will spin at the recently renovated club. The duo recently released a 10th anniversary 2 CD deluxe edition of Vegas. More info: www.thecrystalmethod.com
Screen On The Green is moving to Centennial Olympic Park because of the drought situation. Piedmont Park will return as the favored location next year. The weekly series will return on May 29th. The annual Memorial Day weekend Montreux Jazz Festival will move to Woodruff Park. www.atlantafestivals.com
Pennsylvania based modern-rocker quartet THE STARTING LINE will headline a north American tour in support of their new release, Direction. The band play Masquerade on April 16th.
Kanye West will perform at the Gwinnett Center on Sunday May 4th. Rihanna, N.E.R.D and Lupe Fiasco are also on the bill. Tickets available from Ticketmaster
XL Recordings is proud to announce the release of Be Your Own Pet’s CD, Get Awkward, in stores March 17th!! Also check out Be Your Own Pet on tour with The Raveonettes. More info: www.beyourownpet.net
We’re going to post as many videos as we can find from Atlanta bands on Youtube. If your band has a video on Youtube, please email us and we’ll add your video. You can also check out some videos we’ve posted on our Youtube page: http://www.youtube.com/atlantamusicguide Artist: Film Song Title: Coming Down Artist: Second Shift […]
Michael Johns easily slid into American Idol’s Top 24 on Wednesday. After a solid rendition of Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody Simon Cowell said Michael’s audition was the best of the day. For more info about Michael Johns visit www.michaeljohnsamericanidol.com Here’s some old footage from his days in the Atlanta band Film.
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