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The art form of songwriting has been known to rip apart bands and halt recording of albums in mid-process. It's an artistic expression famous for arousing animosity among artists and producers and deft at driving an artist to the breaking point. Justin Brogdon attacks this resolution with his upcoming self-titled album he wrote in two weeks. … 0 Comments
As observed by a regular concert-goer, it seems that crowded, uncomfortable venues are the norm for live music concerts these days. Ashford Manor Bed and Breakfast's landscaped five-acre site offers live music fans a relaxing change in atmosphere with its seventh annual "Concerts on the Lawn" outdoor series. … 0 Comments
The lights and sounds of AthFest... … 0 Comments
Fireworks, parades and of course, barbecue. It's that time of year again, and there's plenty to do around Athens and Atlanta to celebrate our nation's birthday. The Star-Spangled Classic is an exciting tradition at Bishop Park. Sponsored by the Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department, the free festivities begin at 6 Wednesday night. … 0 Comments
After closing a tour with Modest Mouse, Man Man headlines a show at the 40 Watt Club with Psychic Hearts, bringing a happy-go-lucky musical attitude with grungy vocals and fluffy undertones to the Athens music scene. "We played with Man Man last fall at the Drunken Unicorn in Atlanta," said Matthew Rain of Psychic Hearts. … 0 Comments
A preacher on the radio is just one of the reasons guitarist/vocalist of Pearlene, Reuben Glaser, said the song "High and Dangerous" as one of his favorites on their newest CD "For Western Violence and Brief Sensuality." The almost 10 minute song ends with the sound of a radio preacher being picked up through Glaser's amp. "I remember the feel in the room that night. You could tell people were playing together," Glaser said. … 0 Comments
Nothing screams "intrigue" like the mixture of evangelism and pro wrestling. Athens filmmaker and Grady College alumnus Christopher Childs gained entrance into the Staten Island Film Festival with his first documentary "God's Tackle Box." The 40-minute film examines the surreal and energetic world of Ultimate Christian Wrestling (UCW), a pro wrestling organization and ministry based out of Canton. … 0 Comments
Would you consider living in a car for a month if you had the chance to drive away with it for free? Jesika Wehunt, a sophomore from Douglasville, thought it would be worth losing a month of her summer to give it a try. She now lives in a Mercury Mariner located in the middle of Alpharetta's North Point Mall as part of "Wheel World," a contest in its fourth year by Atlanta radio station, Star 94 FM. … 11 Comments
