The pop-rap superstar spins tracks from BEFORE I FORGET on his latest tour The Kid LAROI performing live in Atlanta (Photo by Mikey Smith) Stopping through Atlanta on his A Perfect World Tour, The Kid LAROI had Coca-Cola Roxy singing through his catchy yet honest pop-rap catalog for the whole night. With immersive stage-production and camera-work, fans were able to step into LAROI’s world and feel his latest release on a deeper level. The Kid LAROI at Coca-Cola Roxy (Photo by

The Florida singer defies the odds at her Altar show Gatlin performing at The Masquerade (Altar) in ATL (Photo by Joe Chiarella) Just weeks before Gatlin's 2026 US tour was set to begin, an injury sustained while rescuing her escaped cat put the whole tour at risk. When she took the stage in Atlanta, she joked that she overheard people at the previous night's show recounting how she was attacked by a coyote. While it's true that she was rescuing her cat from coyotes, it was t

The indie vocalist and songwriter lets fans bask in the quiet moments in Atlanta Eliza McLamb performing at Terminal West in ATL (Photo by Noah De Los Rios) On April 17th 2026, North Carolina born indie rockstar Eliza McLamb took over Terminal West and produced an atmosphere so good it felt like we were in her childhood room. Eliza McLamb in ATL (Photo by Noah De Los Rios) There wasn’t an over-the-top intro, but she didn’t need one. Within the first song, it was clear McLamb

The program kicks off with two projects proudly produced in the heart of the ATL ATLFF preparing for their 50th film festival (Photo by Mikey Smith) As the sun set over Poncey-Highland on Thursday, the 50th Atlanta Film Festival kicked off at the historic Plaza Theatre. Arguably the city’s biggest film event, the 11-day festival runs from April 23 to May 3 and is set to welcome a plethora of creatives from all across the globe. From screenings and Q&As to filmmaker meetups an

The genre-bending artist brings together fans from ATL at her sold out Masquerade show Lexa Gates performing at The Masquerade (Heaven) in ATL (Photo by Javier Bastidas) Lexa Gates in ATL (Photo by Javier Bastidas) Brooklyn native Lexa Gates took to The Masquerade this week in what can only be called a celebration of her new album, I AM. Upon arriving at the venue to prepare for the show, I was overcome with an energy stemming from the fans, who were lined up far down the doo

The New York rock outfit stops through Smith's ahead of their upcoming album Telescreens performing at Smith's Olde Bar in ATL (Photo by Magali Rivera) New York-based band Telescreens brought their first-ever Atlanta show to Smith’s Olde Bar on April 9th. The alternative rock four-piece were on tour supporting Quarters, their NYC neighbors, and decided to drop in to our city to headline Smith’s Music Room stage. The set was rambunctious and sweaty from the first song. An en

The singer's first show in Atlanta reminds fans what makes her music timeless Hannah Cohen performing live at Aisle 5 (Photo by Joe Chiarella) On the day of Hannah Cohen 's first-ever show in Atlanta, I was asked by several people to describe her sound. I struggled with this at first, not because I lacked familiarity with her 2025 release, Earthstar Mountain. Although I'd only discovered the album recently, it was on steady rotation over the last few months. I kept drawing

The alternative R&B artist invites a sold-out ATL crowd to his apartment Jordan Ward at The Loft @ Center Stage (Photo by Mikey Smith) This month, Jordan Ward hit The Loft @ Center Stage in ATL for a sold-out tour stop on his Apartment Tour. With a performance that radiated hangout vibes from the mix of live instrumental jams and DJ tracks, Ward’s journey into his 2026 record, BACKWARD , fed fans with a laid-back night of music. Here are 3 takeaways from my time at The Lof

North Georgia heats up with local rock! Summer In the Psych Ward performing at Moe's Record Shop (Photo by Yoselin Madrid) North Georgia may have been in a bit of a cold rut but coincidentally, the region started to warm up after the three band show Moe’s Record Shop held on Friday. Summer In The Psych Ward , 7th Try , and UNIQO didn't just warm up Moe’s, but the entirety of Gainesville. UNIQO with their garage/indie infused rock, 7th Try with their identifiable alternative

The beloved jam band take ATL on a journey through fan favorites, covers, and teasers Eggy performing at Terminal West (Photo by Joe Chiarella) It felt fitting for Eggy to return to Terminal West on Friday the 13th, a year and a half after their ambitious Halloween 2024 show. That performance featured the band playing games on stage, dressed as characters from Candy Land and Clue, to promote their album Waiting Game. Their return in 2026 showed that even without the costu

Dev Hynes' beloved musical project proves itself to stand the test of time for a stellar live show Dev Hynes of Blood Orange performing in Atlanta (Photo by Mikey Smith) On the last night of his North American tour for 2025’s Essex Honey , Dev Hynes performed a sold-out show as Blood Orange at one of Atlanta’s most beloved venues, The Tabernacle . Through incredible visuals, dynamic vocals, and strong performances, this live show resonated as deeply as Hynes and co.’s lyrics

Three local ATL bands shine with the beginning of spring Pinto Sunshine performing at Smith's Olde Bar (Photo by Yoselin Madrid) With the beginning of spring comes more local shows and incredible crowds, which Pinto Sunshine ’s show at Smith’s Olde Bar absolutely captured. Performing with Pinto Sunshine came up-and-coming rock band UNIQO and theatrical punk band Kyle Lewis is a Boring Name . Pinto Sunshine’s October “Pinto-ween” show was the last time the bar had seen the

The modern pop icon gives fans a magical night at his sold-out State Farm Arena show Conan Gray performing to a sold-out crowd in ATL (Photo by Noah De Los Rios) Conan Gray brought his Wishbone World Tour to the beautiful city of Atlanta for a night full of fun, tears, and a place where you can just be yourself. When Olivia Rodrigo’s “bad idea right?” comes on, it is time to scramble to your seats. This song marks the start of your wonderful night with Conan Gray. The chorus

The innovating electronic act reach career highs at their show in Atlanta Machine Girl performing in ATL (Photo by Mikey Smith) I was not prepared for what digi-hardcore legends Machine Girl had up their sleeve for their show this past weekend at The Eastern. A true mashup of the two parts of the genre, the band fully embraced the hardcore part of their digital world. This concert was delivered in all-caps and whether a longtime or casual fan, you felt everything that was bro

The artist lands in Atlanta for his final US tour stop of the "Chasing the Chimera" tour Del Water Gap performing at Buckhead Theatre in ATL (Photo by Noah De Los Rios) Holden Jaffe, born and raised in New York City, transforms into his stage persona Del Water Gap the second he steps onto a stage with thousands of fans waiting for him. The project has grown tremendously over the years, but the heart of it still feels raw and personal. Del Water Gap on the last stop of the U

The high-octane rock band embraces insanity at their ATL show Foxy Shazam playing at The Masquerade in Atlanta (Photo by Joe Chiarella) Foxy Shazam is a band best experienced live, a fact made clear on Friday night at The Masquerade in Atlanta. Their Dumpster Phoenix tour is a non-stop spectacle of musicianship and showmanship, delivered via a high-octane, 18-song retrospective of their career. Descartes A Kant opening at Purgatory (Photo by Joe Chiarella) Before the headli

"Inconceivable!" A live table read of William Goldman's The Princess Bride hosted by Reel Friends (Photo by Mikey Smith) There’s no better cure for the February blues than a storybook adventure. On Sunday, Reel Friends hosted their first live table read event, reenacting William Goldman’s beloved script, The Princess Bride. Housed in the historic Avon Theatre , it was a night full of fairytales, swordfights, and of course, twoo wuv. The cast, listed below, was an all-star sh

With a wave of my wand, this hidden gem will magically appear atop your ATL bucket list Kyle Littleton hosting the Secret Aisle Variety Show (Photo by Mikey Smith) Who doesn’t love a good magic trick? Variety shows are truly a lost art form. These classic showcases celebrate a range of talents, skills, and schticks, and they’ve historically served as launching pads for performers we know and love. As live events continue to claw their way back post-pandemic, local magician/yo

The pop-rap duo resurrects the Y2K club scene with their dance-fueled new tracks JVB rocking The Masquerade (Heaven) (Photo by Mikey Smith) I first stumbled into Joey Valence and Brae in January 2022, just a few short weeks after the release of “ Double Jump .” With its blast-from-the-past production and witty video game references, the punchy track solidified their place on my musical radar. The hip-hop duo, often shortened to JVB, came on the scene as a nostalgic reincarn

CAOS comes to Atlanta in full swing with Miguel's opening night of his 2026 tour Miguel in Atlanta for the opening night of his CAOS Tour (Photo by Mikey Smith) At long last, R&B superstar Miguel made his return to Atlanta last Tuesday at Coca-Cola Roxy with a sold-out show, opening his CAOS Tour with a bang. Maximalist production and thrashing guitar riffs mix perfectly with the singer’s timeless voice for a night that fans won’t forget. Jean Dawson's custom microphone stand