5GB With Quintron & Miss Pussycat; Playing Zero Boys @ The Earl, Friday April 20th

                          Multi-instrumentalist Quintron is a celebrated nightclub organist and inventor, who has patented a number of his own inventions and often performs at his own private club, the Spellcaster Lodge, located on St. Claude Avenue in New Orleans’ 9th Ward. He frequently performs with his wife, fellow musician […]

What’s Up Tuesday?

Good morning Atlanta! As you embark on your day this morning, remember as you slide down the banister of life, may the splinters never point in the wrong direction. Now here are your choices for Tuesday’s musical outings. -I have said this to you before but, GO SEE SHOVELS & ROPE! This twangy, gritty duo […]

5G With Bowerbirds; Playing THE EARL, April 15

Perhaps you’ve heard of the Bowerbirds before.  Having toured extensively with the likes of John Vanderslice, Phosphorescent, and Bon Iver, these Raleigh, N.C. natives are ready to introduce you to their unique blend of sweet off-kilter melodicism from their latest album The Clearing. They joined us before their show this Sunday night at The Earl for our […]

CD Review: The District Attorneys — Slowburner; Playing The EARL, April 14

The District Attorneys Slowburner This Is American Music By Justin Lyons The District Attorneys’ Slowburner would be easy to describe as southern rock reminiscent of The Drive-By Truckers.  Much like The Drive-By Truckers, the quintet hails from Athens, but their debut album is more akin to the diverse stylings of My Morning Jacket and Band […]

5GB With Gringo Star; Playing The Earl, April 13th

Atlanta’s own, Gringo Star has made a name for themselves as indie darlings with a bit of Brit-rock fuzziness. Their 2008 critically acclaimed debut, All Y’all was praised by several music publications, allowing them to tour in the U.K. as well. The band released their follow up album, Count Yer Lucky Stars, this past October, and are back […]

What’s Up Tuesday?

Happy Tuesday Atlanta! There is a bunch of great shows tonight, hope you get to catch one! -The Kings of California’s sock-wearers, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, are in Gwinnett tonight at the Arena. –Hunx and His Punx might be the first ever “girl group” fronted by a flamboyant gay male whose dream in life […]

5GB With Cursive; Playing The Earl, Sunday April 8th

Luckily for indie rockers, Cursive, they don’t have to be men of many words (as you will see below!), their actions speak for themselves. I Am Gemini, the band’s seventh LP, is the follow-up to 2009’s critically praised Mama, I’m Swollen, which caught the attention of publications including Alternative Press, Billboard, Playboy, Rolling Stone, and Time […]

What’s Up Wednesday?

Oh thankfully we are halfway through the week! Did you know that Easter is the busiest weekend for travel in the country? Everyone thinks it is Thanksgiving, but nope! So while  you are counting down the days until you get to partake in whatever you gave up for Lent (I personally gave up resisting to […]

What’s Up Tuesday?

A late, but great morning to you Atlanta! It’s a bit quiet around our city this evening, but nonetheless, it’s another beautiful day and you should definitely take advantage of being outside! -For those of you, lucky enough to be in Augusta for the Nationals, The First Tee of Augusta is pleased to announce Darius Rucker […]

What’s Up Wednesday?

Good morning Atlanta! We are on the final lap of the week! Enjoy the rest of your day, and end it with one of these amazing shows! -Besides his obvious looks and charm, Andy Davis is one amazing musician. With music placements everywhere, make sure and check out this Nashville artist tonight at Eddie’s Attic. […]