Bag Men are a Power Trio Supergroup with a Mighty Live Sound, featuring Nick Govrik, Steve Gorman, and Luther Dickinson – Review and Photos

Photos and Review by Max Stewart Bag Men made the drop at Smith’s Olde Bar with some heavy-duty jams on a chilly Atlanta Thursday evening. These guys easily qualify as a power trio supergroup, and their thunderous sound and chemistry is a musical experience that must be witnessed live. The band features Luther Dickinson on… Read More Bag Men are a Power Trio Supergroup with a Mighty Live Sound, featuring Nick Govrik, Steve Gorman, and Luther Dickinson – Review and Photos

SweetWater’s 27th Anniversary Party Features EARTHGANG, Daniel Donato, Atlanta Rock Poster Show and more!

Photos and Review by Max Stewart SweetWater Brewing Company has been a staple for the Atlanta community for 27 years, not only for the tasty brews they have consistently provided, but also for the stylistically-varied festivals they have been putting together. 420 Fest has been a linchpin to the Atlanta festival scene the last 10… Read More SweetWater’s 27th Anniversary Party Features EARTHGANG, Daniel Donato, Atlanta Rock Poster Show and more!

John 5 Showcases Metal-Twang Guitar Wizardry with Legendary Marty Friedman in Atlanta – Review and Photos

Photos and Review by Max Stewart Guitar enthusiasts are having a moment. As a shameless guitar nerd who learned to play when I was 11 in the early 00s by printing out (most of the time incorrect) guitar tabs at Kinkos, oh how the times have changed. YouTube, Instagram and TikTok offer an endless platter… Read More John 5 Showcases Metal-Twang Guitar Wizardry with Legendary Marty Friedman in Atlanta – Review and Photos

Greensky Bluegrass at D.C.’s The Anthem – Review & Photos

Review & Photos by Porter Byers Greensky Bluegrass returned to Washington D.C. for their annual two-night stand at the Anthem, and as usual, brought the house down. The band’s signature bluegrass / rock ’n’ roll hybrid sound brought mainstays and featured guest Cris Jacobs on electric guitar. After opening with a moody and spaced-out “Stress… Read More Greensky Bluegrass at D.C.’s The Anthem – Review & Photos

Dogstar Reunion Tour with Keanu Reeves at Atlanta’s Center Stage Theater – Photos and Review

Photos and Review by Max Stewart Dogstar are one of those unique bands that has star power of a member that is a massively successful actor (bassist Keanu Reeves) who seemingly tries to avoid the spotlight and blend into the background while letting the music do the talking. And for good reason, this band recently… Read More Dogstar Reunion Tour with Keanu Reeves at Atlanta’s Center Stage Theater – Photos and Review

Neal Francis Soars with 11-Piece Band at Variety Playhouse in Atlanta – Photos and Review

Photos and Review by Ryan Swerdlin Neal Francis and his 11-piece band came through Atlanta’s Variety Playhouse last Friday night with a night full of funk, grooves, and fantastic times.  They are riding the coattails of the new release, Francis Comes Alive, which came out in November of this year and featured live tracks from… Read More Neal Francis Soars with 11-Piece Band at Variety Playhouse in Atlanta – Photos and Review

Joe Russo’s Almost Dead Gives Wisconsin a Five Star Grateful Dead Experience – Photos and Review

Photos and Review by Stephen Bloch When going to a restaurant for a fine dining experience, there are many factors that could contribute or detract from a five star Yelp review. First and foremost is the food. Over or under seasoned/salted and the review takes a hit. There is also the ambiance, level of service,… Read More Joe Russo’s Almost Dead Gives Wisconsin a Five Star Grateful Dead Experience – Photos and Review

Barrett Martin is the Most Interesting Man in Modern Rock: From Grunge to Global Music, the ‘Singing Earth One Man Tour’ is Awe-Inspiring

Photos and Recap by Max Stewart Some may know Barrett Martin as the drummer of the iconic 90s Seattle bands Screaming Trees and Mad Season (with Layne Staley of Alice in Chains and Mike McCready of Pearl Jam), but that would only be scratching the surface of his multi-instrumental talents and accomplishments. Yes, he also… Read More Barrett Martin is the Most Interesting Man in Modern Rock: From Grunge to Global Music, the ‘Singing Earth One Man Tour’ is Awe-Inspiring

My Morning Jacket Perform It Still Moves and More in Chicago – Photos and Review

Photos and Review by Stephen Bloch With more than 25 years of experience, nine albums, and hundreds of thousands of miles logged on planes, trains, cars, buses, and probably everything else, one would think that My Morning Jacket would have run out of things to do in an attempt to be novel. Nope. Not even… Read More My Morning Jacket Perform It Still Moves and More in Chicago – Photos and Review

Graham Nash Showcases Vast Musical Legacy in Atlanta with ‘60 Years of Songs & Stories’ – Review

Photos and Review by Max Stewart Graham Nash is a bonafide music legend. It is rare for an artist to have not one but TWO Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductions, but Nash does for both Crosby, Stills & Nash and The Hollies. The vocal harmonies and complex melodies from Crosby, Stills, Nash &… Read More Graham Nash Showcases Vast Musical Legacy in Atlanta with ‘60 Years of Songs & Stories’ – Review