The pop singer/producer goes stateside for a well-deserved victory lap PinkPantheress in Atlanta at Coca-Cola Roxy (Photo by Fabian Fernandez) The modern pop world is a difficult game to win. With the rise of viral TikTok cravings and style-over-substance brands that plague the industry, it’s hard to find artistry that feels authentic (and when it does, these artists are often criticized for “trying too hard.”) For years, Victoria “Vicky” Walker, professionally known as PinkP

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 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 band muses on Muscle ahead of their headlining gig at Eddie’s Attic Perfect Animal ahead of their headlining Eddie's Attic show (Photo by Mikey Smith) Perfect Animal is, in every sense, a dream team. The four-piece rock group has developed a reputation in the scene for their introspective lyrics, genre-bending instrumentation, and stellar production. Armed with a brand-new release (and several more on the way), the band is fully in their element and are gearing up for an

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 London singer-songwriter takes ATL through an ambient, misty soundscape Westerman performing at The EARL (Photo by Magali Rivera) Westerman is the stage name (and last name) of the London-born singer-songwriter who has been releasing powerful, polished records since the cradle of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. His first, Your Hero Is Not Dead , drew comparisons to prime Arthur Russell and was celebrated for its timely themes of self-reflection and enduring hope. Westerma

The Toronto-based indie pop group play Purgatory thanks to one of ATL's favorite college radio stations cootie catcher performing at The Masquerade (Photo by Magali Rivera) Anita Fowl and Nolan Jakupovski were a couple of musicians looking to gain experience in making music, and the COVID-19 pandemic allowed them the time and space to do just that. cootie catcher started with them as a recording duo in 2020 and quickly expanded to include keyboardist and vocalist Sophie Cha

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

The grungy group play loud and proud in honor of their new release, ALL MONSTERS MX Lonely performing at The EARL in ATL (Photo by Magali Rivera) MX LONELY , the Brooklyn-based heavygaze group, brought their ALL MONSTERS album release tour to Atlanta’s The EARL on March 11th. The band, originally known as v0id b0ys, rebranded to their new moniker in 2022 and have now ventured across the US to debut a record to their fans. Rae Haas performing with MX Lonely in Atlanta (Pho

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 experimental artists team up to bring their all for an incomparable live show Peaches performing at Buckhead Theatre in ATL (Photo by Magali Rivera) Model/Actriz opening for Peaches in Atlanta (Photo by Magali Rivera) Model/Actriz , the four-piece rock band from Brooklyn by way of Boston, took to Buckhead Theatre’s stage on February 24th opening up for Peaches . Both sets were filled with an overflow of energy and a number of outfit changes. The crowd was a melting pot o

The ATL band reminds us that “being a creative is our birthright.” Hungry for some headbanging? If you’re looking for a band that really knows how to rock, look no further than Bad Guru . The band is rooted in psychedelic grunge, taking inspiration from big-name groups Tool and Soundgarden, with a hint of more “obscure” stoner rock acts like Slomosa and Truckfighters. Before they opened for Hooked Like Helen at Smith’s Olde Bar, Art Seen ATL chatted with Bad Guru backstage ab