Isbell and His Mighty 400 Unit Worship at The Ryman
A crowd favorite was the Drive-By Truckers track “Danko/Manuel,” Isbell’s song when he was with that band. It’s a sad tale written about the end of The Band as depicted in ‘The Last Waltz.’
The Spirit Power of Johnny Marr
Marr kicked off the show with “Armatopia,” a climate change warning for the world, “So let’s dance to the sound of our time running out / And watch the smoke on the breeze of rising seas.”
Five Eight Premiere ‘Weirdo’ Doc
The most revealing aspect was the band’s brotherhood. Creative and stress-induced differences led to three decades of ups and downs, always overshadowed by forgiveness and strengthened friendships.
Crowded House Scale Gravity’s Stairs
Promoting the band’s eighth studio album has illustrated that famous Finn passion for entertaining and connecting with fans. For almost four decades, this evolving group of musicians has created some of pop music’s most lasting memories and there appears to be plenty of fuel left in that creative tank.
Gustaf Bring Urgency to Atlanta
Call Gustaf what you will: art-punk, post-punk, no-wave…there’s no one out there sounding like this. Gammill exudes a Harley-Quinn-meets-Emma-Stone vibe from which you cannot look away.
SHAKY KNEES 2024
The mass of humanity crowding the mainstage proves Shaky Knees has become a major contender in the music festival competition around the country.
ANTMUSIC in the ATL
Asking his fans to, “Unplug the jukebox and do us all a favor,” Ant was clearly a beneficiary of lots of love and some serious cash flow at the merch table.
Madonna Ups Her Diva Status in Atlanta
Madge can be extolled for her longstanding support of the LGBTQ+ community. An entire act was dedicated to the AIDS epidemic of the 1980s with hundreds of floating pictures showcasing those affected by the virus.
Isbell is Saving the World (one show at a time)
Known for his outspoken views on politics and simply being a decent person, Isbell shined on “Save the World.” The song delves into the Uvalde school shooting and parents’ life mission to keep our children safe.
The National Tour With Frankenstein
Berninger did acknowledge the band’s sadness as this was the final night touring with The Beths. He told fans, “We love The Beths and will miss touring with them.”
NO EARPLUGS 