AMG Weekend Picks: Mike Doughty, Rich Robinson, The Jayhawks, St. Vincent and More!

BOO! Hope we didn’t scare ya – just getting into the spirit of things for the epic Halloween celebrations this weekend. Not only are there a ton of gigs, where you are bound to see your favorite rockers and rappers in their most hilarious costumes, but there are also some madcap parties. Scoutmob’s sold-out extravaganza […]

CD Review: The District Attorneys — Waiting on the Calm Down: The Basement Sessions EP; Playing Masquerade, November 4

The District Attorneys Waiting on the Calm Down: The Basement Sessions EP Self-Released By Eric Chavez To serve as a bridge between the gap of material for the band, The District Attorneys have released an EP of new material for their fans. The Calm Down: The Basement Sessions EP may be only a small batch […]

CD Review: Gringo Star — Count Yer Lucky Stars; Playing Star Bar, November 19

Gringo Star Count Yer Lucky Stars Gigantic Music By Ellen Eldridge To say a buzz has been brewing over Atlanta locals Gringo Star would downplay the frenetic reverberations on the music industry radar. The allusion to Beatles drummer Ringo Starr remains a cute sarcasm, and fits the band’s style well with the choice of instruments […]

Live Review & Picture Book: Dream Theater, Trivium at The Tabernacle, October 19

Review by Ellen Eldridge; photos by Ken Lackner The combination of Trivium and Dream Theater made Wednesday night’s Tabernacle show a truly special showcase of Roadrunner artists. The Dream Theater fans welcomed Trivium’s burst of energy and fury with the title track from their latest release, In Waves. The set stayed consistent with what Trivium […]

AMG Weekend Picks: Little Five Points Halloween Parade, Taste of Atlanta, Little Dragon and More!

Happy Almost-Weekend People! This one is going to rock. From yummy treats at Taste of Atlanta to the marvels and wonders at the Little Five Points Halloween Parade, we’ve got you covered. And if you do pop along to the parade, be sure to find our tent (in front of Criminal Records) with Ticket Alternative. […]

Live Review & Picture Book: A3C at Masquerade, October 6 – 8

By Kelsi Velpel The second weekend in October marked the seventh year of  the A3C Hip Hop Festival, held this year at Masquerade, in Atlanta.  Starting on Thursday, October 6, and ending the night of Saturday, October 8 the festival was consistently alive with musicians, DJs, producers, B-boys, music professionals, and hip-hop fans alike.  There […]