“The San Fran phenom Grass Widow,” as the New Yorker dubs this post-punk band, “inspires as its pastoral harmonies float effortlessly over trellises of spindly guitars.” Grass Widow—Hannah Lew (bass, vocals), Raven Mahon (guitar, vocals), and Lillian Maring, (drums, vocals)—write their hypnotic layered melodies collaboratively. Their haunting songs, rich in metaphor and couched in reference […]
So I am in Nashville and going to the CMT awards show tonight, and I swear if you would have told me a year ago that I would be hanging in the country world, I would have told you that were high. Alas, I am though, and am actually coming to see just how fun […]
It’s a slow day Atlanta, but no need to fear…Here is a little musical fun to look forward to…. -Seattle gothic-folksters, The Cave Singers, are at The Earl tonight with Shane Tutmarc. -Nashville female foursome, The Trishas, will be sweetly entertaining Decatur tonight at Eddie’s Attic. -Over at the 529, you can check out Double […]
It was a long weekend kiddos, and I am slightly sleepy this morning…but like always, I turn on my SiriusXM this morning and this was the song that was playing. Reminds of the dancing at 80’s Night at the Masquerade…ah, the good old days. Enjoy your day, here are our picks for the day. -Italian-born […]
Happy June! School is out, vacations are on our minds, and weekend festivals are filling up our calendars! Now that we have a classic Alice Cooper song stuck in our heads, let’s get serious! There is quite a bit going on this weekend. Friday, June 1st- Today the Moon, Tomorrow the Sun at The Earl […]
The stoop is where it started and your rump is where it ends. That’s Cadillac Jones for you. For over 10 years, this band has been the main staple of the Atlanta funk scene. Standing on the shoulders of giants like Herbie Hancock, the Crusaders and John Coltrane, Cadillac Jones’ sound is one part jazz, […]
I cannot get this song out of my head this morning, so I figured I would share with y’all! I hope this day brings you all sorts of goodness…here’s what I got planned for ya today. -The Georgia Music Nominee Awards Showcase is starting off at the Peachtree Tavern with performances by Angela Reign, East Dixie […]
I love it when music is born into the world. There is something magical that happens when music with meaning starts seeping out into the world…it’s like the first drops of rain before a hurricane. Magical. I hope that whatever you do on this Wednesday, music finds its way to you. -My dear friend Jesse […]
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By Margaret Price “Have you heard the new Damien Jurado album?” I asked my friend on a chilly March afternoon. “Nope, I don’t think so. But I did love the crocheted poncho he wore at Pickathon. Every. Day,” she replied, and I instantly knew I needed to see this man live. Fortunately for me, I […]
We are almost to the weekend, and I decided to start this day off with a funny little joke: “Why was the mushroom invited to the party?” -” Because he was a FUN GUI!” Ok, here are your Thursday picks: –The Cumberland Collective is a melting pot of various styles of contemporary music borne in […]
Happy Hump Day, y’all! Today is just one of those days where I wish I was on the West Coast….Something about this warm weather makes me yearn for palm trees and the ocean! While I sit and fantasize about the city of Angels, check out what’s happening in our happening little city. –Reggie Watts, internationally […]
Seattle indie rocker, Damien Jurado gained a local cult following in Seattle, and he was brought to the attention of Sub Pop Records by Sunny Day Real Estate singer Jeremy Enigk. Having just released his latest album Maraqopa who was produced by label mate, Richard Swift. He joined us for our 5GB series before their […]
Royal Thunder CVI Relapse Records By Ellen Eldridge Atlanta locals Royal Thunder deserve the buzz that’s been building about them since the self-titled EP released in 2010. The four-piece confidently mixes everything loved by grunge and alternative fans in the ‘90s with a powerful progressive groove, colored by a bluesy soulful side. The lineup consists […]
Yesterday was my birthday y’all, so the mere thought of going out tonight seems a bit much to me right now, BUT for you guys I will make an exception….Looking for some fun stuff to do tonight? Here are my suggestions…. -Singer/Songwriter Greg Laswell is no stranger on Atlanta’s Organic X Sunday show..He hangs in […]
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