5GB with Girls Guns and Glory; Playing at Eddie’s Attic Sunday, October 21st

Ward Hayden, the lead singer of Girls Guns and Glory, once had a regular 9-5 job, but the desire to pursue his and the band’s artistic expression took over. GGG is now an internationally touring band, named Independent Artist of the Year at the French Country Music Awards, and two-time winner of both the Roots […]

Interview with Ron Pope, playing @ Vinyl Saturday, October 20th!

Interview with Ron Pope, playing @ Vinyl Saturday, October 20th!

By Al Kaufman Ron Pope writes and sings music from the heartland, both literally and metaphorically. He can play sensitive folkie or all out rocker, and does both on his recent release, Atlanta, but his songs always feel sincere without drifting into egocentric waters. A Marietta native who currently calls New York home, Pope just […]

AMG Weekend Picks: The Temper Trap, John Prine, The Lumineers, Rufus Wainwright, The Black Lillies & More!

Gosh, it sure is beginning to look more and more like fall in the ATL! What else can make this amazing time of year better than music?? October is easily one of the most popular months for concerts and festivals, so we understand your dilemma when it comes to picking and choosing how to spend […]

What’s Up Thursday?

Thursday, Thursday, Thursday!! We are almost there my friends! I can just smell the weekend coming for us! There are so many great shows in our city tonight, you owe it to yourself to see one! Happy Thursday y’all! –Gov’t Mule really needs no introduction….they are legendary. Do yourself a favor and go see them […]

5GB With Milo Greene; Playing The Earl, Oct. 18th

5GB With Milo Greene; Playing The Earl, Oct. 18th

  Milo Greene is not real. However, the fictitious character that is Milo Greene is very much alive. Lacking an actual manager, college classmates Andrew Heringer, Robbie Arnett, and Marlana Sheetz concocted a virtual one – Milo Greene – to promote their individual musical efforts. It wasn’t until 2009 that the three began creating music together. While house […]

What’s Up Wednesday?

What’s Up Wednesday?

So who watched the debate last night? OK, wait don’t answer…everyone gets so fired up as soon as you say the word debate! We are halfway through the week my friends, here are some events that shouldn’t be up for a debate! -I LOVE me some Shovels & Rope! As does a to of people […]

A3C Keeps Atlanta “Hopping” This Past Weekend

A3C Keeps Atlanta “Hopping” This Past Weekend

Atlanta was “hopping” this weekend with the return of the 8th annual A3C Festival which hosted some of the biggest names in hip-hop. Over 300 artists were in our hometown spread across Atlanta venues, including Raekwon, Twista, Tech N9ne, GZA (performing Liquid Swords), Devin The Dude, Slum Village, Hopsin, Ab-Soul, Gunplay, Killer Mike, Chip Tha Ripper, […]

What’s Up Tuesday?

It’s a night full of fun here in Atlanta tonight. Go out and get crazy! -“After years spent playing industry underdog, Ryan Leslie is compelled to break out with the independent Oct. 22 release of his third LP. A visual album with 10 music and live performance videos, Les is More is Leslie’s attempt to deliver the […]

Picture Book & Review: White Arrows and Family Of The Year @ The Earl – October 9th, 2012

Photos and Review by Chandler Mays The Earl was immersed in a night of heartwarming LA-based indie music as two up and coming bands played to a small but enthusiastic crowd on tuesday night. Family of the Year took the stage first, delivering a gorgeous set of harmonious folk pop. The band’s name is quite […]

Milo Greene In-Store Performance this Thursday, October 18th @ Criminal Records & Playing @ The Earl in the Evening

If you can’t tell by now, we’re pretty big fans of Milo Greene. Their indie-folk sound is fresh, yet fans of Beach House and Local Natives are sure to draw some parallels. We caught their first Atlanta show this past Summer at Drunken Unicorn and we were hooked. This Thursday, the band is back in […]

What’s Up Monday?

What’s Up Monday?

It’s Monday my sweet ones, and after a very whirlwind weekend, we are back at it…Are you ready? There are just a couple of fun activities tonight if you feel like going out. -“Jeff Klein fronts the Austin, Texas-based My Jerusalem, a collective that recently solidified its lineup for its second album of jagged and […]

5GB With Early Graves; Playing 529, Oct. 13th

Hailing from Athens, OH, Skeletonwitch are the working mans metal band.The bands activity has seen them support countless high profile metal acts across the globe as well multiple headline tours. Most recently the band has supported Arch Enemy with Devildriver, Unearth and Chimaira, and recently finished a tour with Black Dahlia Murder and Nile. This […]

AMG Weekend Picks: Los Straitjackets, The Shadowboxers, Dispatch, & Atlanta Rhythm Section

It’s already the second weekend of October! It seems like my favorite month of the year is flying right by! While these next few weeks may be filled with sweaters, pumpkin spice lattes,and curling up with some Netflix, the weekends are dedicated to fun! Whether you’re cheering on your favorite football team, attending a festival, […]