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An earlier start time and a more intimate venue will not keep rock band Five Eight from delivering a lot of rock 'n' roll jamming. The band's show at the Melting Point Saturday will begin a lot earlier than most shows in Athens, allowing fans to be in bed by midnight. … 0 Comments
For Scottish pop group Camera Obscura, success is the result of hard work, determination and a little help from some lads in high places. When lead singer Tracyanne Campbell penned the opening track to 2006's "Let's Get Out of This Country," she merely sought to answer a question posed by English singer songwriter Lloyd Cole in his 1984 track "Are You Ready To Be Heartbroken?" The result, of course, is "Lloyd, I'm Ready To Be Heartbroken" - a clever and infectiously blissful sing-along recently nominated for best video of 2006 on MTV2. … 1 Comment
Students who miss the summertime concert experience this winter will have a chance to check out a traveling concert series designed to bring the feel of the outside summer concert season back to life during the cold winter months. Winter Jamfest Tour 2007, presented by Terrapin Beer Company, will make Athens its sixth stop on a tour of 17 Southeast cities at the Georgia Theatre on Saturday. … 0 Comments
Rock and bluegrass-infused alternative country band, Wrinkle Neck Mules, will bring its blend to Flicker Theatre and Bar Saturday. Originating from Richmond, Va., this band embraces its country music roots by combining a rich mixture of guitar, banjo, mandolin, bass and drums with harmonious vocals. … 0 Comments
It's clear from the composition of Dromedary Acoustic Quartet that it's not a typical jazz band. The group, which will play Friday at the Melting Point, is composed of Andrew Reissiger on the charango and guitar; Rob McMaken on the mandolin, dulcimer, cumbus, and guitar; Louis Romanos on ethnic percussion and Chris Enghauser on the upright bass. … 0 Comments
In a town with such a diverse and unpredictable music scene, it can be refreshing to hear a familiar sound every once in a while. An Athens favorite, the Kinchafoonee Cowboys - composed of members Glen Tennyson (acoustic guitar and lead vocals), Chris Scarborough (lead guitar), Chad McGrath (bass guitar and background vocals), Keith Cromartie (drums), Jason Fuller (piano, organ and background vocals) and Shane Cannon (harmonica) - will play at the Georgia Theatre on Friday. … 0 Comments
Some of my favorite bands are the ones that can play a variety of styles of music. Take Modern Skirts, for example. That band can rock out the 40 Watt Club, but the members can also play some pretty enjoyable acoustic tunes in the middle of the day. Either way, I love them. … 0 Comments
ATLANTA 1/18 On Paradise Boulevard, Curse of Deformity, Through the Barricade, She Came From Above Masquerade (Heaven). 7 p.m. $6/adv Moros Eros, Caskit Salesman Masquerade (Hell). 7 p.m. $8/adv Sunday School on the Road: Rare Birds, Pasadena, Nate Nelson, Cortright Vinyl. … 0 Comments
'An Eight Song Tribute to Feeling Bad and Feeling Better' Allison Weiss Some guy somewhere sure owes Allison Weiss an apology. Or at least, it sure seems that way after listening to her eight song debut album. The gutsy 19-year-old singer-songwriter allows listeners to accompany her on a journey of growing up through various stages of, as her title tells us "feeling bad and feeling better. … 0 Comments
While driving down the interstate through the heart of Atlanta, a set of large yellow and blue striped tents looms up next to Atlantic Station, a recent temporary addition to the city. Although housed in a Grand Chapiteau - more commonly known as a Big Top - this is no ordinary circus. … 0 Comments
'THE HITCHER' One of this week's few wide releases is director Dave Meyer's thriller, "The Hitcher." This film features a college-age couple pursued by the mysterious hitchhiker John Ryder, known as the "Hitcher." After setting out for spring break vacation in their 1970 Oldsmobile, the couple becomes the prey of the title character. … 0 Comments
Located overlooking one of Athens' busy streets is the new restaurant La Dolce Vita. The new addition is in the space above the bar and grill Between the Hedges in the spot that used to be occupied by Gandolfo's Deli New York Delicatessen. This quaint Italian bistro has just opened its doors and is ready for the people of Athens to try its delicious and authentic cuisine. … 0 Comments
"The Carter Collection Revisited" This exhibit, which was originally created as a tribute to the former president, will be shown in celebration of the 30th anniversary of Carter's inauguration as president. It features paintings, multimedia works and drawings by contemporary artists. … 0 Comments
In response to a culture fascinated with the idea of outer space, English artist David Bowie released the space-themed glam-rock album "The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars." … 3 Comments
