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Before warming up those rusty vocal chords for a round of Spice Girls' Greatest Hits, take this quiz to see which karaoke scene is right for you. 1. My most likely mode of transportation is: a. Toyota Prius b. a sibling hand-me-down c. University bus system d. … 1 Comment
Was the South by Southwest festival in Austin, Texas not in your budget this spring break? Well, you are in luck this weekend. Here is your chance to find out what you missed for free. King of Prussia, a local Athens band signed with Kindercore Records, is fresh back from South by Southwest and is playing a free show showcasing its newest album "Save The Scene" at the 40 Watt Saturday night. … 0 Comments
I felt like I was in the midst of a third rate video game slaying giant woolly mammoths, escaping flying ostriches and braving saber-tooth tigers in a pre-historic era all to be hero for a day. Set in a computer-enhanced world where icy tundra abruptly turns into tropical jungle and then dry desert, I couldn't help but question the historical accuracy of "10,000 B. … 1 Comment
Despite the disturbing implications of its name, local cover band ZZ Topless does not plan to take the stage half-naked. "There's not any kind of ulterior nudity motives behind it," said Dave Weiglein, front man of the local cover group. "Maybe down the road we can have some girls in cages or something like that. … 0 Comments
Manhattan CafePersonality - 4 shots Service - 4.5 shots Drink Presentation - 4.5 shots Overall Bartending Skills - 4 shots This review begins with a shiny, prancing unicorn named Paprika and a sloppy, hobo clown named Danger. Add a little Nona from Manhattan Café and the whole experience gets a bit sweeter. … 4 Comments
Johannes Brahms' famous piece, "A German Requiem," may have been inspired by the deaths of his mother and close friend Robert Schumann, but the lyrics are the composer's way of comforting all those who grieve the loss of someone special. Thus, the music school is lucky to have a magnitude of talented voices as this seven-movement composition features the University Concert Choir and University Chorus alongside the University Symphony Orchestra. … 0 Comments
Set in 1971 London, "The Bank Job" explores the corruption and mystery behind the real-life Baker Street bank robbery where no arrests were made and no money was recovered. As an "inspired by" tale, the robbery details might lean toward fairy-tale, but the situations and outcomes are true and intriguing. … 0 Comments
Since its release of 2005's eponymous album "Z," My Morning Jacket has gone major, trading in its "Tennessee Fire"-era harmonies and hand-spun neo-folk for forthcoming sonic floods and greater funk influences. Taking its spot and turning its old sound into something even richer is Seattle's Fleet Foxes. … 0 Comments
The Black CrowesWarpaint Atlanta natives The Black Crowes' first proper release since its 2005 reincarnation straddles a vague line between giving old-school rock a facelift and just being plain derivative, leveling off somewhere in the middle. It's fresh enough to keep the momentum going throughout its 11 tracks, but in a way, you've heard it all before. … 0 Comments
1. EVANGELISTA - Hello, Voyager (Constellation) 2. VALET - Naked Acid (Kranky) 3. MONADE - Monstre Cosmic (Too Pure) 4. WEIRD WEEDS - I Miss This (Autobus) 5. JEFFREY LEWIS - 12 Crass Songs (Rough Trade) 6. ATLAS SOUND - Let The Blind Lead Those Who Can See But Cannot (Kranky) 7. … 0 Comments
THURSDAYMarch 20 Dark Meat, Monotonix, Quiet Hooves 40 Watt. 9:30 p.m. $7-$9. Dark Side of the Dead Georgia Theatre. 9:30 p.m. $10. Guff, The Scissors, Vengeance 77, Jonny on the Rocks, Wristbandits Tasty World. 9 p.m. $5. Nate Nelson + Cortright, Nick Light Caledonia Lounge. … 0 Comments
