10-piece retro-rock band Kilroy Kobra has been busy gaining a following in the Atlanta music scene, having just released their debut LP Man of the World back in September. The 10-piece band includes: Michael J. Barnard on drums, Michael Denness on percussion, Zachary Harrison on trombone, Andrew Rowland on trumpet, Edward Gloria on bass, Matt Petino on guitar,…
Kendrick Lamar – DAMN. Intense yet laid back, Kendrick’s latest masterpiece is finally here. Little Dragon – Season High Cryptic, hypnotic, Layered hooks and melodies, Dreamy, strong vocals Splashh – Waiting a Lifetime Dreamy alt-pop vibes, Sunny and summery feel, Fun and upbeat songs.
Father John Misty – Pure Comedy Classic vibes and sounds, Acoustic with upbeat tunes, Rare yet familiar. The New Pornographers – Whiteout Conditions Alluring lyrics, Catchy melodies and sounds, Poppy and fun beats. Cold War Kids – LA DIVINE Dark motifs and feel Contrasted with hopeful sound, Indie pop goldmine.
The Jesus and Mary Chain – Damage and Joy Dark and lofty sound, Highly anticipated, Idyllic yet dim Spiral Stairs – Doris and the Daggers Pavement’s lead singer, Approachable yet airy, Relaxed and chill sounds Mount Eerie – A Crow Looked at Me Heartbreaking story, Tearful tale of tragedy, Thoughts on death and loss…
The Shins – Heartworms Whimsical and fun, Dancey yet sentimental, Heartworms warms the heart Jay Som – Everybody Works Feminine and soft, Telling and lifelike vignettes, Musical vision of love John Andrews & The Yawns – Bad Posture Descriptive lyrics, Intimate, soft melodies, An acoustic dream
Leave it to David Barbe, Athens local and University of Georgia professor, to schedule a show on a Super Bowl Sunday. Beginning a month-long series of intimate sets at the World Famous with his band David Barbe and the Quick Hooks, Barbe played a solo set Sunday, Feb. 5th to a pleasant crowd, which…
Dirty Projectors – Dirty Projectors Cryptic melodies, Circular loops and layers, A tale of heartbreak Xiu Xiu – Forget Abrasive yet calm, abstract and moving lyrics, dark and grim album. Summer Moon – With You Tonight Far, lofty vocals driving bass and melodies Strokes’ basist’s new band
David Lowery, frontman of Camper Van Beethoven and Cracker, professor at the University of Georgia, and general music-business-Renaissance-man, is preparing for the 17th annual Camp In festival taking place at the 40 Watt Club in Athens, GA. Although previously located in Pioneertown, California, at Pappy & Harriet’s Pioneertown Palace, Camp In has taken place at…