Come out to Bhojanic in Decatur tonight and catch one of Atlanta’s most innovative jazz groups: Jake Sharp Band. They will be playing hits from their current album, Brilliant Shadows, as well as some new original songs. Their set is scheduled from 8:30- 11:30 pm; so come check out this talented group at one of […]
Grab your calendar and a pen, because Smith’s Olde Bar has big plans for you this month. Check out some their concerts. Also, save some cash on cover charges by purchasing tickets ahead of time at Ticket Alternative. Thursday, July 10– Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band and Zach Deputy Saturday, July 12– Papa Grows […]
Frank BellOn Passion and Reason By Kim Burdges Frank Bell may be one of Atlanta’s many talented singer/ songwriters, but his new EP, On Passion and Reason, brings something more than just the typical well written acoustic album: a touch of jazz and soul. With vocals and lyrics reminiscent of John Legend, Bell utilizes the […]
Ray LaMontagne’s third album, Gossip In The Grain, will be released on RCA Records on September 30th. No plans have been announced regarding a tour in promotion of the album, but stay tuned to Atlanta Music Guide for future announcements. To get an early feel for the record, check out Gossip’s initial tracklisting. LaMontagne is […]
No plans for the 4th yet? Well, the place to be in Atlanta this year is Smith’s Olde Bar! Pop Death Squad and The Sweetness bring you the BIG FAT FOURTH! Free PBR kegs, hot dogs off the grill, and lots of great music for only $4 at the door! What more could you want? […]
KT Tunstall will kick off her national tour on August 1 at Atlanta Botanical Garden. The Scottish songstress is touring in promotion of her fall 2007 release, Drastic Fantastic; the follow up to 2004’s Eye to the Telescope, which spawned such hits as “Black Horse and The Cherry Tree” and “Suddenly I See.” Tunstall will […]
Alejandro Escovedo is back on the road this summer to promote his just released album, Real Animal. Real Animal is Escovedo’s ninth solo album, and it is the perfect showcase of his stellar songwriting, classic rock sound, and powerful, authentic vocals. This month Escovedo is kicking off the east coast round of his national tour, […]
Variety Playhouse will mark the final show of Hot Chip‘s national tour. The electronic British pop group will tour the country in promotion of their new album, Made in the Dark, starting in September with their final tour performance at Atlanta’s Variety Playhouse on October 9. Get your tickets now!Check out their music video for […]
Today, Cold War Kids are playing a free concert in Brooklyn’s Prospect Park, but soon they will be playing at a city near you. They have just announced plans for a national tour starting in August, but unfortunatley there are no Atlanta dates scheduled yet. Cold War Kids’ new album will be released September 23. […]
David Jacobs-StrainLiar’s Dayself-release by Al Kaufman Every generation needs its own hot shot blues guitarist. Some (Stevie Ray Vaughan) hold up better than others (Kenny Wayne Sheppard). David Jacobs-Strain released his first album at the tender age of 14. Eleven years and five albums later, the 24-year-old is still at it. On Liar’s Day, his […]
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The Hot RodsSuper SportSuper Rock Records by Al Kaufman The Hot Rods are that type of band that, when they come to town, you best lock up your daughters and alcohol. Since they’re local, it is my civic duty to tell the good people of Atlanta to keep tabs on your liquor and women folk. […]
Rick BrantleyPrize Fight Lover Soul AuctioneerCarnival Recording Company by Al Kaufman It’s always good to set attainable goals. Rick Brantley realizes that in his song "Peace On Earth," when he spits out, "I don’t want peace on earth/ I just want to go home." But rest assured that whatever it is this Georgia native wants, […]
Meghan CoffeeSongs to Sail Byself-release by Al Kaufman Every female singer/songwriter pianist that comes out these days inevitably draws comparisons to Tori Amos and Regina Spektor, and so too shall local girl Meghan Coffee. Her piano swirls and twirls with raw emotion, as does her voice. But, despite her lack of years, Coffee’s songs are […]
The Black Keys is a critically acclaimed duo from Ohio, whose style is influenced by blues, rock and soul music. Their most recent album, Attack and Release, was released this spring by Nonesuch Records. The Black Keys will be appearing at the Tabernacle on Thursday, October 2nd at 8pm for one night only. Tickets go […]
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