Interview: The Sundogs @ Smith’s Olde Bar 12/13

  This Friday, December 13th, Georgia natives the Sundogs will be performing their third annual Tom Petty show at Smith’s Olde Bar. While the band’s style has a sound that changes from song to song, one constant has always been the influence of Tom Petty. Alex May spoke with bassist Will Haraway about the group’s history, […]

What’s Up Monday? December 9

It’s another rainy day in Atlanta, but we’ve got a few shows to brighten your day! Cass McCombs with Arbouretum @ The EARL Within his decade-long career, most recently releasing WIT’S END and Humor Risk in 2011, Big Wheel and Others is McCombs’ most encompassing work to date, marking a bold new chapter in the myth of this fascinating and […]

Interview: Sara Rachele @ Smith’s Olde Bar 12/9

  An independent songwriter from Decatur, Georgia, Sara Rachele cut her teeth in the Atlanta scene cleaning out the cupboards at Eddie’s Attic in the early 2000s. Her recent releases, “Strong as My Hands” and “Times Rise Tough,” were recorded live in Atlanta, and feature a few old friends and local players who came back home […]

What’s Up Tuesday? December 3

Anthony Green @ The Loft The Circa Survive frontman brings his solo show to Atlanta tonight at the Loft, performing songs off of the newly released Young Legs. Doors at 7pm. Tickets are $17. $21 admission includes a digital pre-order of Anthony’s album “Young Legs.”     Patterson Hood & The Downtown Rumblers @ Eddie’s Attic Worn out […]

AMG Weekend Picks: Kristian Bush, Kanye West & More!

Still feeling tired from eating all of that Turkey? We’ve got just the thing to get you moving! Friday, November 29 – Ellis Paul @ Eddie’s Attic Ellis Paul is one of the leading voices in American songwriting and one of the top songwriters to emerge out of the fertile Boston folk scene. Though he remains […]

What’s Up Wednesday? November 27

What’s Up Wednesday? November 27

Happy Day Before Thanksgiving, Atlanta! We reckon there’s nothing better for working up an appetite than a night of dancing to tasty live tunes. Bundle up and go boogie. Manchester Orchestra’s the Stuffing @ Center Stage & Vinyl The 4th Annual Stuffing has come back to Atlanta and features many great bands, playing at both […]

What’s Up Tuesday? November 26

It will be raining hard all day, but we’ve got a few great reasons to come out and see some live music!   Manchester Orchestra’s the Stuffing @ Center Stage & Vinyl The 4th Annual Stuffing has come back to Atlanta and features many great bands, playing at both Center Stage and Vinyl . Tonight’s […]

Interview: EDUBB Live @ Smith’s Olde Bar 11/21

It was announced earlier this week that “selfie” is the Oxford English Dictionary 2013 word of the year. As much as we love #selfiesunday, we thought for sure that “twerk” would reign supreme as the newest member of our collective lexicon. In between preparations for their Turkey Twerk Fest event tomorrow night at Smith’s Olde […]

Interview: 3D the Boss @ Smith’s Olde Bar 11/21

By Emily Jackson  What do you get when you mix the entertaining dynamics of the Black Eyed Peas, with a dash of the big-ballad voice of Seal and sprinkle it with the inspirational message of love, peace, and joy? 3D: The Boss! The Atlanta-based pop trio comprised of The-O, Chanda Lee and David E. Beats […]

Interview: The Bitteroots – Playing 11/22 @ Smith’s Olde Bar

Georgia’s own rock band the Bitteroots have become a staple of the local music scene with their active involvement in Decatur and Atlanta. Supporting the release of their latest EP After the Rain, the band will be playing a string of shows around the area. With their performance at Smith’s Olde Bar coming up on November […]

Smith’s Olde Bar Teams Up with the Atlanta Community Food Bank for the Holiday Season

‘Tis the season to give! Starting the day before Thanksgiving, Wednesday, November 27th Smith’s Olde Bar will be respectfully asking for a 2 can donation or a $2 donation at the door at all shows (Music Room as well as Atlanta Room shows). This will be Smith’s 20th year helping the Atlanta Community Food Bank. […]

What’s Up Wednesday? November 13

There’s nothing that warms the soul on a cold November night quite like some hot licks from Ben Bridwell’s geet. Except perhaps some hot licks from Basia Bulat’s uke. Here’s what’s happening tonight in Atlanta. American Babies @ The Loft  Also Appearing: Lightnin’ Ray & the Mystics  Since 2007, American Babies has been the mouthpiece […]

What’s Up Monday? November 11

We’ve got a great selection of shows happening this week. Start the week off right with some of our top picks!   Kung Fu @ Smith’s Olde Bar Blurring the line between intense electro-fusion, and blistering dance arrangements, Kung Fu are bringing their unique sound to Atlanta, tonight at Smith’s Olde Bar. Doors open at […]

Interview: Rosco Bandana @ Smith’s Olde Bar 11/9

The Mississippi septet Rosco Bandana are the product of teenage rebellion and its consequences; of lost love, false starts and, above all, lasting friendship. They’re what happens when a group of kids take a chance on a long shot and – against all odds – it pays off. Their act includes blues/americana style music blended […]

AMG Weekend Picks: Active Child, The Greencards & More!

The weekend is here! There are plenty of AWESOME events happening in Atlanta and the weather is supposed to be gorgeous! So get out there and enjoy it! Friday, November 8 – Please PleaseRock Me @ Smith’s Olde Bar Please PleaseRock Me is a group that compiles music by and surrounding the Beatles. They go […]