Jukebox the Ghost Featured on World Cafe Live

Vocalist and pianist Ben Thornewill, singer-guitarist Tommy Siegel and drummer Jesse Kristin met at George Washington University in 2003, then formed Jukebox The Ghost three years later. The D.C. pop band’s self-titled fourth album was released last week. You can get a preview of the new songs as well as listen to an interview with […]

What’s Up Monday 10/27

It’s Monday again, and we have some awesome things happening in the ATL tonight! Kenny Loggins at Mill Town Music Hall Kenny Loggins’ remarkable four-decade-plus career has brought him from the top of the charts to the toast of the Grammys. He’s had smash hits on Hollywood’s favorite soundtracks, rocked worldwide stages, and found his […]

What’s Up Thursday 10/23

One day closer to the weekend and one week closer to Halloween – celebrate with a Thursday night concert at one of Atlanta’s awesome venues! The Last Bison at Vinyl In 2012 The Last Bison seemingly rose from the marshes of southeastern Virginia to captivate the national music scene with a rare blend of music […]

AMG Weekend Picks 10/10-10/12

The second weekend of October means more fall activities, another weekend closer to Halloween and lots of awesome shows and events! Friday, October 10 Eliza Gilkyson at Eddie’s Attic Eliza Gilkyson is a Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter and activist who has become one of the most respected musicians in Roots, Folk and Americana circles. The daughter […]

What’s Up Thursday 10/9

Paper Route w/ Reuben Bidez & Tall Bear at Vinyl Having toured relentlessly with the likes of Passion Pit and mewithoutyou, won hearts and minds with their debut album Absence (2009), paid musical tribute to Lou Reed to the man’s imperturbable face at South by Southwest, and insinuated themselves into pop culture consciousness when their […]

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11 Must See Shows in ATL This Fall!

Happy Fall Atlanta! Autumn in the ATL is, in my opinion, the best time of the year here. The weather is beyond amazing, I get to bust out my boots, pumpkin everything happens, and some of the best live music arrives! We’ve lined up some the best shows coming to Atlanta this Fall below so […]

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What’s Up Wednesday 9/10

Happy Hump Day, Atlanta! Here’s what’s going down today! Pain of Salvation at The Loft Pain of Salvation is a Swedish Progressive Rock band headed by Daniel Gildenlöw; the band’s lyricist, chief composer, guitarist, and lead vocalist. Their sound is characterised by powerful, accentuated guitar work, broad vocal range, abrupt switching between heavy and calm passages, […]

AMG Weekend Picks 9/5 – 9/7: Bret Michaels, Dustin Lynch, Corey Smith and MORE!

This weekend is packed with awesome artists performing in and around Atlanta. Check out who’s playing around town!   Friday ,September 5th Dustin Lynch @ Electric Cowboy Broken Bow Records artist Dustin Lynch occupies a unique place in today’s country music. Thanks to his classic sensibilities, he’s been heralded as the heir to George Strait’s […]

AMG Weekend Picks: Labor Day Edition

Friday, August 29th Kudzu Kings @ The Loft Kudzu Kings are a musical outfit from Oxford, MS. Their sound is a unique blend of country, bluegrass and improvisational rock & roll. The band was actively together for almost ten years (1994-2003). In those years together, the band gained moderate success in the Southeast, Colorado, and […]

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Throwback Thursday: Q&A with The Polyphonic Spree – February 2012

  This interview was originally published in February 2012. The Polyphic Spree will return to Atlanta at  The Loft on Saturday 8/30.   By Eileen Tilson “Here’s to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes. The ones who see things differently. They’re not fond of rules.” […]

AMG Weekend Picks 8/22-8/24: Thumpers, Michael McDonald, von Grey and MORE!

The weekend is here and there are tons of awesome events and shows happening around the city to keep you going all the way ’til the next one. Here are a few of our top picks this weekend. Let us know what you get up to and what you discover! ____________________ Friday, August 22nd Thumpers […]

Weekend Picks 7/25-7/27: O’Brother, Michael Bolton, and more!

It’s already the last weekend of July! We picked 10 shows for you to attend this weekend, but to find the full list click here. Friday, July 25th Mel Tillis @ Mill Town Music Hall Country music legend, Mel Tillis, started performing in the early 50’s with a group called The Westerners while serving as […]

What’s Up Wednesday 7/23

Celebrate HUMP DAY with these amazing shows happening tonight! Hundredth @ The Loft  Also appearing Counterparts, Being As An Ocean, Handguns, Capsize, and My Iron Lung. Tickets are $15. Doors open at 5:30pm. Online and phone sales close at 4:30pm. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JdQRwkUik3I Natural Vibrations @ Smith’s Olde Bar Natural Vibrations, aka Natural Vibes or Natty Vibes, is Hawai’i’s most popular and acclaimed band from […]

AMG Weekend Picks 7/18-7/20: Indigo Girls, Wild Cub, A’ngela Winbush, and more!

Friday, July 18th Indigo Girls @ Atlanta Botanical Garden This weekend, Indigo Girls return to their roots at the Atlanta Botanical Garden’s Concerts in the Garden, recognized by Atlanta Magazine as the “Best Outdoor Concert Series”. Enjoy live music on the Great Lawn at Atlanta’s most beautiful venue! Tickets are $49.50 for members and $51.50 […]