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Mon 15

WonderRoot - Hop Along, The Long Shadows, Dangerous Ponies and Lithuania - Atlanta 8 pm 

the 5 Spot - Acoustic Monday - Josh Yoder of Jungol - FREE - Little 5 Points 9 pm

Eddie's Attic - Songwriter's Open Mic Night - $5 - Atlanta 7 pm

Eyedrum - *Kirkwood Ballers Club* - FREE - Atlanta 8 pm

529 - These are Powers, Lemonade, MNDR, Roman Photos (DJ set) - Atlanta 8pm

Highland Ballroom - Powersolo (Denmark), Buffalo Bangers, 40 Hells - Atlanta $5. 9pm.

Tues 16

 the Apache Cafe - BFDs Hip Hop Jam Session w/ guest DJs and guest artists - $5 - 18+ Atlanta 9 pm

the Masquerade - Goatwhore, Enfold Darkness, Low Down and Carosis - Hell - $10 - Atlanta 7 pm

the 5 Spot - *Musician's Open Mic hosted by Kevin Scott*- Sign up at 9 pm, House Band 10 - 11 pm, Open Mic 11 - 12:30 am, Jam Session 12:30 am on, Musicians click HERE - No Cover - Little 5 Points 9 pm

the Drunken Unicorn - Yacht, Bobby Birdman and Nomen Novum - $8 in adv, $10 DOS, 18+ Atlanta 9 pm 

529 - Fadia Kader + SMKA presents: stay tuned more info coming soon - Atlanta 8 pm

The Earl - Snowden, Adam Franklin & Bolts of Melody, Spirits and the Melchizedek Children - Atlanta 8pm

Wed 17

the Apache Cafe - Al Smith's Midtown Atlanta Jam Session! Contemporary Jazz , Soul, R&B and Vocalist's jam Session - $6 - 18+ Atlanta 8 pm

the 5 Spot - The Malah and DiNovo - $7 - Little 5 Points 8 pm

Kavarna - Los Buenos with Adam Franklin and Bolts of Melody - Decatur 9 pm

the Drunken Unicorn - Lesbian Afternoon, Letting Up Despite Great Faults and Tous Les Jours - $5, 21+ Atlanta 9 pm

529 - St. Patricks Day Goth Dance Party w/ DJ Chris Daresta - Atlanta 8pm

 Eddie's Attic - *ST. PATRICK's DAY CELEBRATION*: BUDDY O'REILLY BAND - $13 - 21+ Atlanta 9 pm


the Earl - the Blue Eyed Goodbyes, Book of Colors and Angela Faye Martin - $7 - 21+ Atlanta 8 pm

Highland Ballroom - “Damaged w/ Lost Cause DJ’s - Free - Atlanta 10pm


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News & New Tunes

For those who haven't heard, ATL indie rockers Today the Moon, Tomorrow the Sun were featued on the cover of last months issue of Performer Magazine.

 

Sealions will have their debut full length out soon.

 

It's Elephant's new LP 'Gets Along' is available at Itunes and soon to be in stores. Read about it here.

 

We are pleased to announce that beatlanta has joined the list of sponsors for this year's Strange Days Festival. Confirmed bands for this years Strange Daze Fest taking place on August 14th include the following:

Untied States, Stokeswood, Vegan Coke, Before the Solstice, Lesbian Afternoon, Efren, Detroit Mutant Radio,Tim McNary w/ Anne Harper

For bands who wish to apply, visit this page.

 

Dead Rabbit is releasing their upcoming EP 'the Rabbit that Roared' and is having their release party at WonderRoot with other locals Holy Ghost, Hip to Death and Telestrion.

 

 

Athens Punk Superstars Reeks of Failure will have a new album out soon.

 

ATL metal band Carosis is currently working on a new full length. They have a new song streaming on their myspace page now.


New song "Fallin" from local rap artist Alpha ft BJ Bowers is now up!

 

Thee Crucials will be entering the studio soon. You can stream some of their songs here.

 

Awesome locals Of Machines are on tour, but don't worry, they'll be back soon!

 

Satellite District is in the studio at Sonica recording studios, with producer John Briglevich. From guitarist Yul, "We are recording our Follow up EP to New World. Its faster, darker and more agressive than the last one. Working on a CD Release date and we are adding out of town dates as we speak."  Check myspace for cities near you. Their EP New World is an amazing album, so hopefully we get another awesome album soon.

 

Read beatlanta's latest album review of Mog Rocket's Tooth and Nail here.

 

Check out local hip hop artist Haziq Ali's fresh new video 'Freedom/Hussla' HERE on Vimeo, this is Haziq's long awaited debut video directed by 6ix Shoota and produced by Cool Kids Forever Films.

 

StickFigure Records is set to release three awesome CD's January 26th: Warning Light's "Further On", Lid Emba's "Terminal Muse: Red", and the much anticipated La Chansons release "King and Queen Of The Dance Floor". Also, La Chansons will be having their CD release show at the Drunken Unicorn this Saturday, January 30th, free CD with admission. Check out the distro site for downloadable songs and more info on the releases.

 

Atlanta Super Group The Constellations have a slew of upcoming East Coast shows this month before a full scale U.S. tour come Spring time. You can get a free download from their latest ablum here.

 

Tickets go on Sale Friday, January 15th for Spoon, Deerhunter and The Strange Boys at the Tabernacle on Sat March 20.

 

Dead Confederate will be recording through February in Hoboken, NJ with producer John Agnello, who has worked with such artists as the Hold Steady, Dinosaur Jr., Sonic Youth and the Drive-By Truckers.

 

Atlanta's O'Brother will be opening for Manchester Orchestra's entire upcoming U.S. Tour.  O'Brother has a split 7" release show at the Drunken Unicorn on Friday, January 22nd, 2010

 

from Jungol's myspaceJungol is currently in the studio working on their new full length with plans of a tour come Spring time.

 

 

Athens' own the Gold Party is in the studio recording now.

 

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    Thursday
    11Mar2010

    SOUNDS TO SEE

     

     

     

     

    Thursday
    11Mar2010

    GHOST KIDS FEST - MARCH 26TH AND 27TH

     

     

     

     

     

    Wednesday
    10Mar2010

    ALBUM REVIEW: SKA'S NOT DEAD...YET FROM THE DEADBEATS

     

    The Deadbeats are on the scene and establishing themselves directly on your face. Their debut album Ska's not Dead...Yet is a no holds barred ska and punk extravaganza (thats with extra, extra vaganza). Each song is a bold assertion of living life as you please and not letting anyone tell you otherwise...a true punk attitude. Take that attitude and lay it across gushing ska melodies and adventurous punk narratives and you have what embodies The Deadbeats.

    The opening song Head held High is perhaps one of my favorites and moves to quickly substantiates that the Deadbeats are a force to be reckoned with. It croons the lyrics "...let me live my life and I'll let you live yours....I'll turn away with my head held high and I'll be a deadbeat till the day I die." Clearly the Deadbeats want everyone to know that they are here to stay and they don't give a fuck what you think. Wannabe, the second track, shows the satirical side that comes complete with any true punk band talking about wanting to be none other than a "wannabe." 

    Track number five titled Something to Prove is a favorite as it stays true to what I consider the embodiment of the one value I want in a punk-ska band...that of hating the police and authority. It starts out with mention of some douche using and hiding behind a badge and it is clear by the title that they don't think highly of the situation. "...he's got a gun and he thinks he's got authority, but he know its not enough, so he rallied up his crew...why you fucking boys in bluuuuueee." The next track so cleverly and appropriately titled Bitch, creates a beat out of the word bitch and then quickly picks up the pace into a more hardcore song lyrically, but remains a fast paced, melodramatic ska song with one purpose...and that is to say "fuck you bitch." I only wish I knew who it was directed at - so I could laugh like a super-villain.

    When all is said and done, Ska's Not Dead...Yet is a truly magnificent debut from a band that clearly appreciates their ancestors that laid the foundation of what it means to be a ska band and a punk band. The lyrics and vocals are raw impressions of living life with anarchistic views and the hooks and melodies are clever and fun. During their most rapid moments, the Deadbeats are aggressive and in league with the best. The few times they slow it down, in such songs as Tracy, the band is ruminative and introspective. One thing is for sure, the Deadbeats are a sensational merging of punk, ska and reggae stylings. 

    It will be easy to find evidence of their greater influences like Sublime and Rancid and just as easy if not easier to find the unsurpassed and distinctive essence that manifests inside The Deadbeats. I don't speak for the band but I believe they would close with this...Fuck authority and the boys in blue and if you don't like The Deadbeats, then fuck you too. Rock on deadbeats; I'll be a deadbeat till the day I do...too...beatlanta is on board. SUPPORT LOCAL MUSIC AND SUPPORT THE DEADBEATS. I can't wait to see what they have in store for us in their follow up.

     

     

    Read more about The Deadbeats on beatlanta.com here.

    See pictures of the band on beatlanta.com

    Watch more vidoes of The Deadbeats at beatlanta's youtube channel.

     

    BE A DEADBEAT TILL THE DAY YOU DIE

     

    Wednesday
    10Mar2010

    UPCOMING SOUNDS TO SEE

     

     

     

     

     

    Monday
    08Mar2010

    Review of 'Cleric of Samsara' by Of Legend

     

        As I sit listening to Of Legend’s album ‘Cleric of Samsara’, I am immediately thinking of the legends of old. The album begins with an introduction of ambient, wind sounds and a man talking about the relativity of time and opening gates to alternate points in time…then begins with a song that sounds like waking up to the call of legend. The song progresses slowly until the singer comes in with a voice that shakes the foundations of doom.  As he shouts out curses unto the torment of mankind, the music is preparing a vessel for his journey. Slow and heavy guitars and drums set the sails for an epic that continues as the album does.

        Throughout the album, you can hear definite themes of the dips and peaks of being at sea, and of being in peril. The songs are all lengthy and melodic, but compelling and easy to fall into. The melodies are very long and trance-like, perfect for the feverish state of a hero on his quest for the conquering of his demon. The singer is always extremely passionate though mellow, allowing him to slay his verses with confidence and ease. The entire album is very monotonous and concentrated, but upon a close listen the motions are very distinct and can be understood as a book can be read. The mood changes are dynamic although subtle, and very mesmerizing. A good listen for a time of reflection and meditation.

        The song titles are all homage to the old legends and myths, such as ‘Poseidon Swims’ and ‘the Cleric’, as well as some newer legendary themes, such as the song ‘Asleep at the Edge’, reminding the listener of the very factual basis of old legends. This album has darkness to it, but it is not a ‘dark’ album. It is a patient, driven and strong album. The whole group comes together to deliver a solemn assemblage of songs, appropriate for those who appreciate metal to those who appreciate epic music. Check songs from the album out online at http://www.myspace.com/oflegend, and download the album HERE for free.

     

    Friday
    05Mar2010

    FEATURE FRIDAY - Swank Motel

     

    All photos provided by Swank Motel

     

    It happens to be a coincidence that two feature Friday segments in a row feature the two most swanky bands in Atlanta,  but this week we have an interview with Swank Motel as well as some promotional items.

    Each week living inside the Atlanta music scene is greater than the next. I constantly discover absolutely amazing bands, and Swank Motel is an awesome example. They preside in the ranks of Atlanta's post-punk garage-indie scene and quite frankly I think they belong near the top. I hear and read their name constantly while doing what I do for beatlanta but to be honest I've never taken the time to stop and take a listen, and I haven't had the pleasure of seeing the band live. Over the past two weeks or so I've been listening to what they have on myspace and playing it for my friends and everyone seems to have the same thoughts. Swank Motel is a pummeling of jangly guitars, rugged vocals and steady drums that merge the senses in ways that leave the listener staring blankly, wondering happily at what is occurring and hoping it never ceases (yes, thats what we all thought together). Here is a song that have posted on youtube...

     

     

    From the first song to the last I never pulled my ears away. The guitar solos were brazen displays of Strokes like genius and the vocals the same. Swank Motel engineers a sound soaked in talent and determination and you can barely tell they just returned from a two year hiatus. You can tell however, that they have built up an energy that they are ready to release on Atlanta, and you want to be around when they do.  Head to Swank Motel on MySpAcE and take a listen to the song Drop the Drink for the band's elite take on fast paced garage sounds; and then hear Overdue Acoustic for Swank Motel's more sensitive side...you'll be thunderstruck.

     

     

     

     

     

    Swank Motel has a number of Atlanta shows coming up including one on March 15 at Smith's Olde Bar. We had the pleasure of asking the band a few questions and this is what they had to say:

     

    B: When did Swank Motel form?

    Well we formed in late 2006, and after playing shows most of 2007 our drummer developed a substance abuse problem that subsequently led the band into a two year hiatus. We rejoined in 2009 with our new drummer, Robby Dotson, and have been playing out for the last nine months.

    B: How does everyone know each other?

    We all met in high school.

    B: Do you have any albums out now or coming soon that we should know about?

    We have a four-track demo coming out in with our Producer Phil Jones (DogBite) which should be released and in record stores throughout Atlanta for free in the next two months.

    B: Where are you recording?

    We will be recording in a local Atlanta studio.

    B: Have you recorded anywhere in town before?

    We have once with very unfavorable results, since then all our previously released tracks have been recorded by ourselves.

    B: Do you have any upcoming shows and/or tour plans?

    We are currently booked through May playing shows all over Atlanta as well as a couple of Athens shows.

    B: What are your goals as a band?

    Right now we’re trying to play all over the city and meet as many bands and new people as possible. We’re trying to develop a name in Atlanta.

    B: Describe a Swank Motel show?

    We try and capture the true essence of all our songs and energy through our live shows. We’ve tended to stay away from Atlanta studios because we’ve found our self-made recordings capture as close to our live shows as we could make possible. That’s really what we’re striving for in our new demo, not only new material but something that almost feels your right there. Our live shows capture the true sound that “swank motel” is going for, we’d love to see everyone out because it really is a different experience then listening to our myspace recordings.

     

    B: What experience above all others do you hope fans take away from the show?

    We just hope fans can really take in the music for what it really is, and we feel that our live shows above all show that.

    B: Tell us about your writing process.

    Normally our lead singer (Mckie) writes down a basic idea and as a band we develop upon that.

    B: Are there any major influences that influence your sound or made you want to start your band?

    In high school we were in a big Strokes/Early Kings of Leon phase, as well as older bands like The Rolling Stones and the Kinks. I think through our music it’s definitely apparent the influences those bands had on us as well as our music.

    B: Does the band share any of those influences, music or otherwise?

    We all seem to be coming from close to the same tastes, sure all of us listen to music others aren’t as fond of, but we all really come to a pretty relative consensus.

    B: Have you had a chance to tour outside of Atlanta?

    So far we have only been playing in Athens, but we’d love to bring our music everywhere.

    B: What are your thoughts on the Atlanta music? How does it treat Swank Motel?

    Big fans of the Atlanta music scene it’s given birth to a lot of great bands.  We feel it has been pretty good to us for only really playing out the last nine months.

    B: Are you in any way, shape or form related to Swank Sinatra? Or did you get your "swank" separately?

    No, we got our swank elsewhere, a cocktail actually.

    B: What are the band's thoughts on file sharing?

    Pro-file sharing, it’s been a real help getting our name out.

    B: What local bands would you recommend to your fans and fans of local music?

    Black Lips, Atlas Sound, Deerhunter, The Booze, and Jungol

    B: What are your favorite non-local bands?

    The Rolling Stones, The Kinks, The Velvet Underground, and The Strokes

     

    B: Whats your favorite venue to play in Atlanta?

    Masquerade has been treating us really well , we also love Vinyl, Smith’s and Drunken Unicorn.

    B: How do you advertise your shows?

    We try an flyer the metro Atlanta area, as well as social networking sites and word of mouth.

    B: Any closing statements or thoughts?

    We know we aren’t as well known as other young Atlanta bands around the area, but really encourage everyone to come check out at least one show, and we will have free demos all throughout Atlanta in the next two months that everyone should check out!

     

    Swank Motel is Andrew Mckie - Guitar/Vocals; Jordan Parker - Guitar/Vocals;

    Drew Mitchell  -Bass; Robby Dotson - Drums

     

    GO SEE SWANK MOTEL

     

    Monday
    01Mar2010

    ATLANTA SKA - 50:50 SHOT, THE DEADBEATS

     

    The Deadbeats

    Ska music in this great town is under appreciated and you should know the Atlanta Ska community is alive and...um...SKANKING like a mother fucker. Bands like 50:50 Shot and The Deadbeats continue to gain traction and hit the stage hard. We made it out recently to see The Deadbeats open a ska show at the Masquerade and they fucking took us by surprise.

     

     

     

     

    The Deadbeats' tried and true old school punk attitude was the perfect fit for their no holds barred ska expressions on stage. They formidably tell tales of hating on the police and staying true to their punk, anarchist loving fore bearers, staying in trouble, and hating on the police some more. During a song so appropriately titled "Bitch," they manage to make a beat out of saying the word...wait....get it, "bitch" over and over again...and they make it work; ending it all with a barage of "Fuck the Police." Each band member plays their part perfectly and the vocals and lyrics are nothing short of punk inspired, raw ska genius. As they so elegantly wail in the first track of their latest album, Ska's Not Dead Yet,"  "I"ll be a deadbeat till the Day I Die."  You can add beatlanta to that list. Check back soon and we'll have a review up of Ska's Not Dead Yet. The Deadbeats have a couple shows coming up, see their myspace for dates. They also need help booking a Florida, Georgia tour this coming Summer so help them out if you can. Check a couple videos of the show...

     

     

     

     

     

     

    50:50 Shot

     


    All I can say about 50:50 Shot is that these guys got it going on. Austin, who is the founding member, continues to lead Atlanta's ska revolution, despite his many setbacks. Last year he had to seek out almost an entirely new lineup to keep 50:50 Shot's dream alive, and he succeeded in doing so. He and 50:50 Shot consistently book ska shows at the Masquerade and book not only the ATL's finest but the entire Southeast's greatest established and up and coming ska and punk bands.

     

     

    The band is the epitome of Ska, taking the stage in droves of strings and brass and wailing on the audience tails of merrymaking and diversion, authority and rebellion.  From the moment I heard their wonderful sound waves hovering through the air I was hooked. 50:50 Shot has a slew of up coming regional shows so make sure you attend one.  They have albums and merch for sale on their myspace page.

     

     

     

    Here is an interview we got with 50:50 Shot at the Masquerade

     

     

     

     

     

     

    See more pictures of these bands and many more at beatlanta's picture section.

    See more videos of these bands at beatlanta's youtube channel.

     

     

    SUPPORT LOCAL SKA MUSIC...SKANK.