More Tennessee natives, Tesla Rossa, has claimed one of the opening spots for the last week of Winter Wonder Jam at Atlantic Station this weekend. Yes, these guys are indie rock, but they also through some garage into the mix as well. The guys took some time to talk to us here at AMG. Below […]
Electronic, indie rockers, MUTEMATH, have scored the headlining spot at the last week of Winter Wonder Jam at Atlantic Station this weekend. They have played Bonnaroo, been nominated for a Grammy, and helped on the Transformers theme song. Their latest album, Odd Soul, has broken new ground for the band as they have collaborated more […]
Downside UP is an indie/acoustic rock band based out of Alpharetta, Georgia. They are currently active—touring the southeast and recording new material. The band is headed by singer/songwriter Ronnie Stanley, who refers to their music as the “product of the blueprints for his musical mansion.” In 2009, Stanley, along with bassist Tony Hossri, teamed up […]
By: Shelby Lum Atlanta is never at a loss for its fantastic events throughout the entire year. Of course you can watch the peach drop, but this year it may be time to switch up your plans and catch some of the best live acts coming to town. No matter what style of music you […]
Photos and Review by Chandler Mays This year’s Hijacking Music Festival went off without a hitch, and was nothing less than astounding. For ten straight hours, I treated my eardrums to some monumental sonic shenanigans within the cozy confines of East Atlanta Village’s famous 529 Bar. The layout was perfect with a stage on both […]
Review and Photos by: Joy Asico Hanukkah (or if you’re more of a traditionalist: Chanukah) is an eight day Jewish Festival of Lights. On the third day of the auspicious holiday, reggae superstar, Matisyahu held a very special acoustic performance at Center Stage. It is his sixth year on his Festival of Light Tour and […]
Hail the Titans won’t be your usual band lineup this weekend at Hijacking Music Festival at 529. These guys have taken the road less traveled and opted to go without a lead singer. The all instrumental band talked with us at AMG before their show this Saturday. How did you come up with your band […]
The tattooed, beared, and all rock trio, Swank Sinatra will be part of Hijacking Music Festival this Saturday, December 8th at 529. Members Bob Place, Brandon T. Pittman, and Randy Garcia came together to answer some questions for AMG before their show this weekend. Here is out interview with the Atlanta locals! How did […]
John Jacobus, an Atlanta native, has been releasing music for over a decade. Returning to his hometown, and playing under the name Tricil, he is part of the lineup for Hijacking Music Festival this weekend at 529. Tricil took some time to talk with us about his one man band. Check it out! How did […]
Cusses, the rock trio out of Savannah, will be joining the ranks of Atlanta bands (and others) at 529 this weekend for Hijacking Music Festival. Cusses is made up of lead singer Angel Bond, drummer Brian Lackey, and guitarist Bryan Harder. AMG got a chance to talk with the band before the festival this weekend! […]
By: Shelby Lum Saturday day morning 30 groggy musicians will gather at The EARL for The Happenstance. Usually bands take months to prepare set lists, write lyrics, and practice for their big night. But The Happenstance isn’t your usual battle of the bands. This is “A Battle of Hastily Assembled Bands”. None of the musicians […]
By: Shelby Lum For the third year, Hijacking Music Festival will be in Atlanta, this year hosted by 529 in East Atlanta Village. Over the past two years, they have only brought in local Atlanta acts, but this year the festival has lined up acts from both in and out of the Atlanta area. The […]
Photos by Lisa Keel
By: Shelby Lum For the third year now, Manchester Orchestra is doing The Stuffing, a day before Thanksgiving concert, at Center Stage. The event will be split between Center Stage’s three rooms: Vinyl, The Loft, and Center Stage Theater. Thirteen bands have made the lineup between the different rooms, including Manchester Orchestra themselves, Cage the […]
By: Shelby Lum November still has brought some nice days to Atlanta, and there are some great events tonight to help you gear up for your weekend. Here is what’s going on tonight. -All the hair, all the vocals, and all the 80s music you can handle will be at The 120 Tavern & Music […]
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