Category: News
February Fortunes – Who We’re Watching in 2022
Vinyl Mag staff names nine artists that they’re keeping an eye on in this most transcendent year. 1. Nija Nija is well-known in the industry as a songwriter and producer. She’s been writing songs for big-name artists since she was 20 years old. Beyonce, Jay-Z, Summer Walker, Cardi-B, Ariana Grande—the list goes on and on….
Upcoming Release: Bellringer by Linqua Franqa
Mariah Parker may stand out as a familiar name to those in the Athens-Clarke community — they are the county commissioner, after all. But Mariah is far more than just the county commissioner, spending much of their time invested in activism and politically charged hip hop music under the pseudonym, Linqua Franqa. It’s been five…
Athens Artist Spotlight: Shameless James
Based in Athens, Georgia, alternative rock trio Shameless James delivers a mixture of music genres to the city’s local venues and bars. The band is made up of Zac Connely on bass and vocals, Dallas Wiggins on drums, and Zach Tellano on guitar and vocals. Together, they’re diverse music tastes and inspirations creates a unique sound…
Shaky Knees Diaries: Day 3
It’s time for the final installment of the 2021 Shaky Knees Diaries :’). So let’s dive in, but make sure you’ve caught up on Day 1 and Day 2 first! 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. – Today, we are off to a late start. After the Run the Jewels performance of the previous night, we slept in. Then, we…
New Artist Spotlight: Wim Tapley
After making the move from Virginia only a few months ago, singer-songwriter Wim Tapley has started making a name for himself here in Athens. He wasted no time once he started attending the University of Georgia in the fall, as he was already playing gigs around town within his first month in the state. Wim’s…
Athen’s Band CLOUDLAND Announce Hiatus
Only a couple of months after releasing their album, “Where We Meet”, Athens local alternative rock band CLOUDLAND announced that they would be going on an indefinite hiatus. After four years of touring around Georgia and putting out original music, the band has decided that it’s time for each member to focus on their individual…
Nuçi’s Space Jam: Midnight Mac & Underground Springhouse
Nuçi’s Space Jam is back again with another amazing lineup of locally loved bands. Midnight Mac and Underground Springhouse will be performing at the venue on Oconee Street on November 3rd. The previous Nuçi’s Space Jams this year have been successful, and locals are eagerly anticipating this promising lineup provided by the students of the…
Shaky Knees Diaries: Day 2
Shaky Knees Diaries: Day 2 Make sure to check out my recap of Day 1 if you haven’t already! 1:00 p.m. – Carlie Hanson We get to Central Park with the rest of the early birds to catch the first few shows of the day. I really appreciate that all the events start after noon at Shaky Knees,…
Shaky Knees 2021: An hourly breakdown of must-see artists
As we lead into my most anticipated Georgia festival, infinitely more so that I’ve been robbed of all gratifying festival experiences for years now, I am ecstatic to share with you the many acts I will be spiritually bracing as the moments inch closer to Shaky Knees. Although not able to supplement a far more…
Photos + Show Review: Nuçi’s Space Jam
UGA’s MBUS program kicked off their series of Nuçi’s Space Jams last Monday with Cam and his Dam Jam Band and The Dazy Chains. The turnout was amazing and helped get the ball rolling for the program as they continue to throw more shows throughout the semester. Cam and his Dam Jam Band opened the…