Interview: The Cold Start @ Smith’s Olde Bar 1/29

One cross-country move, two totally different, fully formed EPs and plans for a third all in the course of a year? These guys are go-getters. Originally from South England, Lloyd Williams (Vocals, Guitar, Piano), Nicholas Taylor (Guitar), Daniel Smith (Bass) and Adam Cardy (Drums) wrote and self-recorded Grateful Eyes late last year.The band made the EP […]

What’s Up Thursday? January 16

Tonight in Atlanta, two super fantabulous local acts, The Shadowboxers and Brandon Stiles, are playing two super fantabulous concerts and professional power pop legend Paul Collins will take the stage at the EARL. So many great shows, so little time… The Shadowboxers @ Eddie’s Attic  Also Appearing: Little Tybee  The Atlanta-based Shadowboxers have a passion […]

What’s Up Tuesday? January 14

There’s a wide range of music happening around Atlanta today, and whichever show you choose to attend, we’ve got you covered!   Eddie’s Attic and OK Productions Present: Howe Gelb @ Eddie’s Attic Howe Gelb has traveled many a long and dusty mile to get to his place of prominence as an elder statesman of […]

What’s Up Thursday? January 2

If you resolved to take in more art through your eyes and ears this year, you are in luck tonight! Later this evening, you can take a sonic journey with Lonnie Holley, long-time storyteller/visual artist turned improvisational musician in Eddie’s listening room OR set off to the stars with Matt Owen and his incredible, intergalactic […]

What’s Up Tuesday? December 31

New Year’s Eve is finally here! We’ve got plenty of local events going on today, ranging from live music to themed parties, so there’s something for everyone. There’s sure to be a big turnout tonight at all of the events, so make sure to get your tickets in advance so you’re not stuck at the […]

What’s Up Monday? December 30

There are just a couple of days left until the New Year, so make the days count, and come out to see some of these great shows we’ve got going on tonight! Zach Deputy w/ Johnny Awesome and People’s Blues of Richmond @ Smith’s Olde Bar On his newest release Another Day (Eusonia Records, 2011), […]

Interview: Zach Deputy @ Smith’s Olde Bar 12/30-12/31

  While visiting Zach Deputy’s website, his music is described as “Island-Infused Drum N Bass Gospel Ninja Soul.” Upon listening to the music, this unique genre classification starts to make more sense, as his soulful music blends a variety of influences, all of which make for an interesting take on songwriting. Having released four albums, […]

What’s Up Thursday? December 26

How was you Christmas, Atlanta?? Get anything good? Like, concert tickets perhaps? We’ve got a couple of good concerts in store for you tonight… Coincidentally. Reelin’ in the Dan @ Smith’s Olde Bar Atlanta’s latest musical aggregation Reelin’ In The Dan was born out of a love for the timeless music of Steely Dan.  This 9-piece ensemble […]

CD Review: People’s Blues of Richmond, Good Time Suicide

By: Emily Jackson  A sip of PBR evokes images of sticky dive bars, red bandanas, ironic mustaches and hazy Instagrams. Its nostalgia-inducing white can (and, let’s face it, its affordability) has made it the drink of choice for the thrift store combers, the facial hair groomers, the tattooed and the irreverent among us. Another Great […]

AMG Weekend Picks: Please PleaseRock Me, Blind Boys of Alabama & More!

This weekend, all you need is love. And eggnog. See a Beatles tribute at Smith’s or listen to live renditions of all of your holiday favorites! Friday, December 20 – Eddie’s Christmas Special @ Eddie’s Attic  Eddie’s Attic presents a holiday showcase of talent including Ryan Horne, Micah Dalton, Nathan Angelo and Jonathan Rich. Independent […]

What’s Up Wednesday? December 11

There are really only two words that can describe all that’s going on in Atlanta tonight. Those words? YEAH BUDDY. We’ve got Joseph Arthur for all you sensitive types, Wax for all you Def Jam loyalists and Liquor Store for all you guitar hook junkies. Joseph Arthur @ Eddie’s Attic  If there’s such a thing […]

Interview: The Sundogs @ Smith’s Olde Bar 12/13

  This Friday, December 13th, Georgia natives the Sundogs will be performing their third annual Tom Petty show at Smith’s Olde Bar. While the band’s style has a sound that changes from song to song, one constant has always been the influence of Tom Petty. Alex May spoke with bassist Will Haraway about the group’s history, […]