Josh Erwin and Michael Paynter of The Packway Handle Band have started the side project, Sans Abri, arranging original songs that don’t necessarily fit the band’s bluegrass bill. The songs are a creative collaboration involving acoustic and electric guitar, mandolin, percussion, and vocal arrangements. Expect an intimate set showcasing these two unique talents that have […]
Why is that when you wake up on a Thursday morning, you just feel like it’s Friday? I think it’s because there are so many amazing shows that usually come in on a Thursday, and tonight is no exception. Here are some great choices to fill your evening: –Identity Festival is a raver’s dream! Check […]
The Head formed in 2007, when twin brothers Jack and Mike Shaw connected with high school friend Jacob Morrell and began performing and writing music in the basement of the Shaws’ home in the Atlanta suburbs. SPIN magazine’s review of Hang On said The Head had “mastered the beloved science of catchy, toe-tapping melodies plus rich […]
Dash Rip Rock is the legendary New Orleans-based trio known for their unique roots music. SPIN says Dash Rip Rock is “undeniably the South’s greatest rock band.” The New York Times calls Dash Rip Rock “skillful musicians with a penchant for getting reliably wild….” No Depression raves that DRR’s recent albums prove that Dash is […]
I woke up in a really good mood this morning, regardless of the fact that my little pup, Penny-Pie, stayed up most of the night howling at the thunder…It’s going to be one of those days where I get a lot done, I just know it! I am in Nashville, and am stoked to see […]
On Feb. 25, 2011 Arkansas songwriter and “folk swamp soul brother,” Adam Faucett released his third solo LP, More Like A Temple and embarked on a US Tour which continues into 2012. Drawing comparisons from Townes Van Zandt to Tim Buckley to Otis Redding, Arkansas born and bred Adam Faucett is most known for his […]
Do you believe that you can wish for good news? That literally if you put all of your mental energy on something that it will appear? Let’s all be in that mentality today, shall we? It’s a quiet night in the city this eve, so if you don’t want to watch any more of the […]
Indie-pop quartet, Saint Motel, are from Los Angeles and have been gaining a lot of buzz recently. They are known for their colorful events in LA (in this case their Zombie Prom). They joined us for our 5GB series before their show at the Masquerade on July 31st. What’s the first gig you ever attended? […]
So? What did you think of the Olympic opening ceremonies? I actually didn’t get to see them, but it seems a bit unfair when you can roll out a Beatle to close the deal! But, here at Ticket Alternative, we LOVE Great Britain and all things jacket potato, so of course we will be glued […]
Blessed with a commanding, blast-it-to-the-back-of-theroom voice, the 21-year-old Lydia Loveless was raised on a family farm in Coshocton, Ohio—a small weird town with nothing to do but make music. With a dad who owned a country music bar, Loveless often woke up with a house full of touring musicians scattered on couches and floors. When […]
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Alright kiddies, get you calendars ready to write down some dates! –The All-American Rejects and Boys Like Girls will be appearing at the Tabernacle on Wednesday, September 26th at 8:00pm. Tickets are $27.50. All tickets are for general admission and ages are welcome. Tickets are on sale this Friday, July 27th at 10AM. –Kendrick Lamar will be appearing at the Tabernacle on […]
By Eileen Tilson A few years ago I was watching the girliest of girl movies, Julie & Julia, and a song started playing. “Stop the Train,” caught my ear with its sweet lyrics and honest voice. After discovering the creator of this lovely song, I reached out to Mr. Wolfe, and surprisingly he wrote back. In era of […]
Man oh man, what a week this has been! Luckily for us there are a TON of amazing shows tonight, so go out there and check one out! -America’s favorite non-Idol, Steven Tyler is voting for himself these days, and is bringing his band, Aerosmith, to Philip’s Arena tonight with Cheap Trick. -I discovered the […]
Happy Half week Atlanta! I just have a feeling that today is going to be a great day…If you are looking for something fun to do tonight, might I suggest one of these little puppies: -Oh it’s going to get a […]
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