Concerts
Interview: Jimmy Thackery; Playing @ The State Theatre June 21st!
Whether Jimmy Thackery headlines a festival in South Dakota or jams for hours in one of numerous blues bars that dot the musical landscape, he’ll always unleash an intense volley of rockin’ blues guitar guaranteed to leave crowds emotionally spent. His double edged guitar dynamics allow him to fire off tracer missiles, bend a note [...]
Interview: Rogue Wave; Playing @ Black Cat June 19th!
The guys of Rogue Wave ventured out last week to start their first tour in nearly three years. With the much anticipated release of their fifth studio album, “Nightingale Floors,” the first album since 2009, the band hit the road to share their new tunes with fans all over the nation. Zach Rogue, singer and [...]
Theatrical Outfit Announces 2013-2014 Season
Atlanta’s top talent and playwrights are back with another inspiring season of great plays and musicals. Kicking the season off on September 11th is The Guys by Anne Nelson, featuring Jasmine Guy and Brian Kurlander; next, Harabel by and featuring Jonida Beqo; following the turn of the year is Best of Enemies by Mark St. [...]
Interview: Turf War; Playing @ Black Cat June 17th!
Formed as a bedroom recording project by singer/guitarist John Robinson in 2008, Turf War became a full band in mid-2009 and began to grow a local following in their hometown of Augusta, GA before moving to Atlanta. Their style is gritty, Southern-tinged indie punk rock, with major influences from The Replacements, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Bruce [...]
Interview: The Swimming Pool Q’s; Playing @ Smith’s Olde Bar June 15th!
Founded in Atlanta in 1978, The Swimming Pool Q’s were among the first generation of Georgia’s celebrated New Wave bands that included THE B-52’s, THE BRAINS, PYLON and R.E.M. When original members Jeff Calder and Bob Elsey were joined by Anne Richmond Boston, the initial configuration of the Q’s quickly established a reputation for superb [...]
Weekend Picks: Baths, Decatur Beach Party, Twin Shadow & More
Is the work week getting to you? Don’t worry, the weekend’s almost here! We’ve got plenty of shows where you can unwind, and even enjoy some of the June weather! Baths is hitting Black Cat on Friday, touring in support of his bleak new album, Obsidian! If you’re looking for something more relaxing, Decatur Beach [...]
Interviews
Interview: Jimmy Thackery; Playing @ The State Theatre June 21st!
Whether Jimmy Thackery headlines a festival in South Dakota or jams for hours in one of numerous blues bars that dot the musical landscape, he’ll always unleash an intense volley of rockin’ blues guitar guaranteed to leave crowds emotionally spent. His double edged guitar dynamics allow him to fire off tracer missiles, bend a note [...]
Interview: Rogue Wave; Playing @ Black Cat June 19th!
The guys of Rogue Wave ventured out last week to start their first tour in nearly three years. With the much anticipated release of their fifth studio album, “Nightingale Floors,” the first album since 2009, the band hit the road to share their new tunes with fans all over the nation. Zach Rogue, singer and [...]
Interview: Imaginary Cities, Playing @ Black Cat June 18th!
Canadian band Imaginary Cities just put out a new LP and they’re heading to Black Cat on June 18th! We got a chance to catch up with vocalist Marti Sarbit and discuss the new album, large venues and soul music. Congrats on the new album! How is “Fall of Romance” different from “Temporary Resident”? [...]
Interview: Turf War; Playing @ Black Cat June 17th!
Formed as a bedroom recording project by singer/guitarist John Robinson in 2008, Turf War became a full band in mid-2009 and began to grow a local following in their hometown of Augusta, GA before moving to Atlanta. Their style is gritty, Southern-tinged indie punk rock, with major influences from The Replacements, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Bruce [...]
Interview: The Swimming Pool Q’s; Playing @ Smith’s Olde Bar June 15th!
Founded in Atlanta in 1978, The Swimming Pool Q’s were among the first generation of Georgia’s celebrated New Wave bands that included THE B-52’s, THE BRAINS, PYLON and R.E.M. When original members Jeff Calder and Bob Elsey were joined by Anne Richmond Boston, the initial configuration of the Q’s quickly established a reputation for superb [...]
5GB Interview: BATHS; Playing @ Black Cat June 14th!
Baths isn’t an MC. And his version of hip hop isn’t traditional. And that’s what makes it so good. A part of the celebrated LA beat scene, Baths – aka Will Wiesenfeld – wraps stuttering percussion in lush melodies and acoustic instrumentation. It’s eclectic, textured, and always interesting. We were lucky enough to catch up [...]
