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KATZU OSO IN ATLANTA AT TERMINAL WEST FEB 14

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 1/25/26

KATZÙ OSO

Releases His New Album La Conexión Via Cosmica Artists 

New Tour Dates in 2026 Supporting Say She She

“We can’t help but stan Katzù Oso, an irrepressibly talented LA musician whose work has blended themes, genres and styles together in a harmoniously captivating way. On his latest single “Amantes” off his upcoming recently announced album La Conexión, that mystic of neighborhood rhythms and backyard romances is readily apparent, a heart fluxing tune that has a fragrance you can hear.” Live Nation’s Ones to Watch

“Despite sporting a bit of that velvety ‘70s soft rock swagger and quiet storm strut, the Los Angeles-based singer and songwriter makes it clear that he’s not out for another casual midnight rendezvous or vapid hookup. Instead, he makes it known that he’s struck gold (“Show me what this loves about…that fuzzy feeling keeps me around,” “A woman like you makes me feel so alive, takes me to paradise”). Taking cues from artists like Tame Impala and Alan Palomo, Hernandez injects some modern electro pop energy into the mix for a deeply satisfying psychedelic love song that has shaped out to be one of his most vulnerable songs yet.” Remezcla

“Los Angeles native Katzù Oso showcases an intimate new single. Titled “A Woman Like You,” the piece is a soft reflection on the courage it takes to be vulnerable with a partner. His warm, luscious vocals glide over a delicate, glistening backdrop for the ultimate intoxicating track. With soothing sounds evoking vibes of acts like Chicano Batman, the second he starts singing you are instantly drawn in.” Atwood Magazine

“The Spanish pop song gets funky, electric, and reflective as he looks back on a toxic relationship. The up-and-coming Latino artist from Los Angeles is one to watch as he perfectly blends synth, psychedelic rock, and Latin culture.” Hola!

“Katzù Oso, “A Woman Like You” – In a whispery falsetto over a warm melodies, Angeleno singer-songwriter Paul Hernandez and his band Katzù Oso invites listeners to sink in and feel seen. He wrestles with the fear of not being enough — then credits love for transforming him. Fans of Durand Jones and The Indications, Herbie Hancock and Marvin Gaye will recognize the influence, but Katzù Oso keeps it intimate, modern and emotionally resonant.” Riff Magazine

Singer-songwriter Katzù Oso has released his new album La Conexión that is out now on all platforms. 

La Conexión, is an immersive, cinematic exploration of human emotion, relationships, and self-discovery. The artist brings his visual storytelling background as a photographer into his music, with every track functioning like a moment suspended in time—capturing the raw beauty, pain, and complexity of life through sound. Through themes of transformation, love, loss, and introspection, Katzù crafts a narrative that is universally relatable yet deeply personal, blending elements of Latin pop, acoustic ballads, and cinematic instrumentation.

Katzù says, “This album is a collection of pivotal moments that have shaped who I am. It’s a project about love, pain, hope, longing, and the quiet resilience that carries you forward. Like a roll of film with 36 exposures, each song captures a unique story, a snapshot in time.

‘La Conexión’ is made up of 12 songs — 12 moments suspended in 35 minutes of music. I didn’t confine myself to a single genre, because I wasn’t raised in a single sound. I grew up surrounded by a wide spectrum of music, culture, and emotion — and I wanted this album to reflect that, without holding back.

I come from a diverse city, rich with culture and community, and I wanted ‘La Conexión’ to feel like that — a melting pot of influences and sounds that ultimately made me, me.”

The album is not just a collection of songs but an intimate journey that showcases how Katzù Oso translates his artistic vision across different mediums.

Before the year is over, Katzù will be doing his album release show at The Paramount in Los Angeles on November 8th. Tickets are on sale at https://dice.fm/event/v3kv2l-katz-oso-8th-nov-the-paramount-los-angeles-tickets?lng=en-US

Then in 2026 Katzù will embark on a US tour as support to Say She She. Tickets are on sale at https://www.katzuoso.com/tour-ko . See all tour dates below.

About Katzù Oso

Katzù Oso is a Latino artist born and raised in the heart of Los Angeles. His melodic vocals and contemporary sounds are influenced by his multicultural upbringing in East LA and Boyle Heights. After the release of his two buzzworthy harmonic EPs, Colour, and Pastel, Katzù Oso takes us to another alternative dimension with his debut album, Tmí. Oso’s album is a timeline portal into his hero’s journey growing up in his Boyle Heights neighborhood. From the heart and soul he brings to life una historia de amor to escape the current reality and transcend into a melodic universe filled with synthesizer and upbeat tempos. Visually, our hero takes on the new alter ego with the Luchador mask, a symbolic representation of his roots and serves as an ode to his Latino cultura. 

His musical manifestations started with him writing his entire album in his bedroom to performing shows in his hometown, and later taking the stage at ACL, Tropicalia, and opening for Tyler the Creator. Signed to Cosmica Artists, he is currently working on his much anticipated second album and hopes to go deeper into the realms of his mulit-faceted universe. Katzù credits his eclectic musical style and influences to romantic soulful Mexican singer, José José, psychedelic rock band, Tame Impala, iconic Mexican artist, Julieta Venegas, and many more. Katzù’s music highlights the experiences of being young, brown, and gifted in today’s America while breaking free from society’s stereotypical confinements with his euphonic charm. More than synths and beats, his music is a glimpse into unseen worlds within the soul of a modern artist influenced by a multicultural upbringing.  

Tour Dates

1/27 – San Francisco, CA – August Hall
1/29 – Portland, OR – Aladdin Theater
1/30 – Vancouver, BC – Hollywood Theatre
1/31 – Seattle, WA – The Showbox
2/2 – Roseville, CA – Goldfield Trading Post Roseville
2/5 – Los Angeles, CA – The Belasco
2/6 – San Diego, CA – Music Box
2/7 – Pioneertown, CA – Pappy & Harriet’s
2/9 – Boulder, CO – Fox Theatre
2/10 – Fort Collins, CO – Washington’s
2/12 – St. Louis, MO – Old Rock House
2/13 – Nashville, TN – 3rd & Lindsley
2/14 – Atlanta, GA – Terminal West
2/15 – Asheville, NC – The Grey Eagle
2/17 – Washington, DC – The Atlantis
2/18 – Ardmore, PA – Ardmore Music Hall
2/20 – Brooklyn, NY – Warsaw
2/21 – Cambridge, MA – The Sinclair
2/22 – Albany, NY – Lark Hall
2/24 – Toronto, ON – The Great Hall
2/26 – Chicago, IL – Thalia Hall
2/27 – Minneapolis, MN – Fine Line
2/28 – Milwaukee, WI – Vivarium
3/1 – Indianapolis, IN – HI-FI Indianapolis

MARYJO TOUR SUPPORTING ALEX SAMPSON COMES THROUGH ATLANTA FEB 13 AT VINYL

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 1/25/26

maryjo

KICKS OFF 2026 ON THE ROAD AS SUPPORT FOR ALEX SAMPSON

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Emerging pop singer maryjo is set to kick off 2026 on the road as direct support for Alex Sampson. The tour launches February 6 in Anaheim at The Parish and wraps March 14 in Los Angeles at The Roxy, marking an exciting new chapter for the fast-rising artist. Tickets are available at https://www.maryjo-official.com/#shows.  See all tour dates below.

maryjo says, “New year, new tour, new songs—and a few surprises waiting in the wings. I’ve been dying to take these songs on the road, and there’s no better way to start the year than doing what I love most. I’m beyond excited to be touring with Alex Sampson, and I can’t wait to meet some new faces and share what’s coming. This one feels special

maryjo is a 24-year-old singer-songwriter with an unforgettable voice tailor-made for heart-melting piano ballads. Known for her striking emotional range and vocal agility, she moves effortlessly from full-throated belting to fragile, crackling vulnerability. Born in Knoxville and raised in Cleveland, maryjo quietly nurtured her love for songwriting and piano after becoming shy about performing. It wasn’t until she began posting performance videos online that she broke through her fear—quickly captivating audiences with her raw talent and emotional honesty.

Her breakout online presence led to a loyal following of over 1.3 million TikTok fans and a spot on Season 19 of American Idol, where she finished in the Top 24. Following the show, maryjo signed a major label deal and released her debut single, “Love Fools,” a stripped-back, emotionally rich ballad produced by ACM Award-winner Gordon Mote. She followed with standout singles including “Don’t Call Me” and “Nothing to Lose,” further cementing her as a compelling new voice in pop.

Now fully independent, maryjo is reclaiming her narrative and leaning deeper into the soul-stirring sound that first made the world listen—most recently with her viral single “LIVING ROOM” featuring Mergui.

HIGHLIGHTS

·       Finished Top 24 on American Idol Season 19

·       Tour support for Jessica Baio, Alex Warren, JVKE, and Knox

·       Performed at Dusk Music Festival, Truckee Music Festival, and Warped Tour 2025

·       Over 200 million career streams with 2.5 million monthly listeners

·       Collaboration with global artist Cyril surpassing 150 million streams

·       More than 1.5 million followers across social platforms and 32.6 million TikTok likes

Tour Dates

February 6 – Anaheim, CA – The Parish at House of Blues

February 7 – San Diego, CA – Voodoo Room at House of Blues

February 8  -Phoenix, AZ – The Rebel Lounge

February 10 – Houston, TX – Bronze Peacock at House of Blues

February 12- Nashville, TN – Cannery Hall (Row One Stage)

February 13 – Atlanta, GA – Vinyl Center Stage

February 14 – Charlotte, NC – The Evening Muse

February 15 – Washington, DC – DC9

February 17 – New York, NY – Mercury Lounge

February 18  -Philadelphia, PA – The Foundry at Fillmore 

February 20 – Boston, MA – The Red Room at Café 939

February 21 – Montreal, Canada – Petit Campus

February 22 – Toronto, Canada – The Mod Club

February 25 – Columbus, OH – A&R Music Bar

February 26 – Detroit, MI – El Club

February 27 – Chicago, IL – Reggies Rock Club

February 18 – Minneapolis, MN – 7th St Entry

March 3 -Denver, CO – Bluebird Theatre

March 4 – Salt Lake, City, UT – Soundwell

March 6 – Seattle, WA – Maaume Lou’s

March 7 – Vancouver, Canada – Hollywood Theatre

March 8 – Portland, OR – Mcmenamins Mission Theatre

March 10 – San Francisco, CA – Café Du Nord

March 14 – Los Angeles, CA – The Roxy Theatre 

DAFFO ON TOUR PLAYING THE MASQUERADE – ALTAR

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 1/24/26

Daffo will be making a stop in Atlanta, GA to play a show at The Masquerade – Altar on 1/28 

Their debut album, Where The Earth Bends, is out now via Concord Records and is a one-of-a-kind coming-of-age album that finds powerful catharsis in painful confession. Produced and mixed by Rob Schnapf (a veteran producer known for his work with Elliott Smith, Beck, Cat Power, and more), Where the Earth Bends encompasses an intimate yet frenetic sound that perfectly mirrors the album’s emotional intensity.

An essential new voice on the indie-rock scene Daffo brings an unexpected beauty to the most uncomfortable of feelings. With a poetic specificity that cuts right to the heart, they speak an unfiltered truth about all that sets them apart from the wider world, confronting everything from shame and self-loathing to misplaced affection and the chaos of living with an overactive brain. Where the Earth Bends was produced and mixed by Rob Schnapf (Elliott Smith, Beck, Cat Power), and engineer Matt Schuessler (Kurt Vile, Steve Gunn). Esteemed musicians were enlisted like drummer Josh Adams (Devendra Banhart, Jon Batiste) which allowed the album to embrace a boldly naturalistic approach to every element of the production process. 

“Gabi Gamberg’s scratchy voice over sputtering drums and lo-fi distorted guitars seesaws between remembering the wonderment of ‘the kid in you’ and an adult realization that ‘there’s nothing I can do’ – the holiday season’s tensions laid bare.”

-The New York Times

“The gritty, slacker rock sound brings strength to their tender phrasings and acrobatic harmonies”

-Paste

“Catchy and distortion-heavy”

-Stereogum

“Uniquely confessional lyricism”

-The Needle Drop

ROSWELL MUSIC FESTIVAL RETURNS APRIL 18

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 1/22/26

 One of Roswell’s favorite community traditions is back. On Saturday, April 18, 2026, the Roswell Music Festival returns to Historic Downtown Roswell for the fourth year, bringing with it a high-energy mix of live music, local flavors, and fun for the entire family.

Set against the charm of 37 Magnolia Street, the festival will run from 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM, with gates opening at 1:00 PM. Attendees can expect a day featuring a curated blend of original and tribute bands, playing everything from classic rock and soul to country and indie/alt rock.

This year’s lineup is headlined by Moon Taxi and includes acts Lamont Landers, Frankly Scarlet, The Sundogs’ Tom Petty Show, Colton Bowlin, and Grace Asbury.

Each band and artist brings a unique sound to the stage, delivering a genre-spanning experience rooted in what Roswell Music Festival does best; creating a live soundtrack that feels both fresh and familiar.

Tickets go on sale Friday, January 23 at 10:00 AM via Freshtix, with pricing designed to make the festival accessible for all:

  • General Admission starts at just $35 for early birds and increases to $50 the day of the show.
  • VIP tickets include access to the VIP tent for shade, a front-stage viewing area, air-conditioned restrooms, and complimentary food and beer. They are $150 in advance and $175 on show day, while supplies last.

The elevated VIP experience is powered by Variant Brewing and Bask Steakhouse, offering attendees premium comfort and hospitality right in the heart of the festival.

While the music takes center stage, the festival’s purpose runs deeper. Proceeds from the 2026 event will benefit Shepherd’s Men, supporting the SHARE Military Initiative at Shepherd Center, an intensive rehabilitation program for U.S. military veterans recovering from PTSD and brain injury.

Alongside the music, guests can enjoy:

  • Local craft beer, wine, and seltzers
  • Food from From the Earth Brewing and other local vendors
  • Vendor Village with artisan goods and festival merch
  • Portable restrooms and ADA-accessible facilities
  • A welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere with kids under 10 attend free with a ticketed adult

Need-to-knows before you go:

  • Bring a small bag, lawn chair, or blanket, but leave the coolers, tents, and pets at home (service animals welcome).
  • Ample parking is available across the street at Roswell City Hall and throughout the surrounding area, though rideshare is encouraged.
  • Re-entry is allowed with your festival wristband.
  • This is a rain or shine event!

Want to get involved? For sponsorship, vendor, or volunteer opportunities, email info@roswellmusicfestival.com.

Mark your calendar, gather your crew, and get ready for another unforgettable Roswell Music Festival.

COMING TO ATLANTA AT THE EASTERN ON DEC 9 – PORTUGAL. THE MAN!

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 12/1/25

To celebrate their 10th studio album, they’ll be hitting the road! They’ll play on Dec 9th at The Eastern.


SHISH finds Portugal.The Man on the edge of discovery – pulling the curtain back further. Across its ten distinct tracks, the band leans into discomfort, vulnerability, and the warped pop sensibility that only Portugal. The Man can offer. SHISH represents a period of intense reappraisals for Gourley, both in music and in life and it combines Gourley’s most revealing writing yet, not only about the lessons he learned being raised in Alaska, but also some of the lessons he’s already learned raising his daughter, Frances, who was diagnosed with one of the world’s rarest genetic disorders four years ago. 

These personal tales and philosophies mirror a broader sense of musical freedom than Portugal. The Man has ever before embraced, in spite of how wide-ranging their music has always been.

The band’s released some great teases of the record so far with their tracks: “Angoon,” “Denali”, “Tanana,” and “Mush.” 

Praise for Portugal. the Man:


“Shish, the most explicitly Alaskan record Gourley has written, because he felt he owed it to Alaska and he owed it to himself.” – SPIN

“Shish’s early singles hint at a certain propulsiveness to the structures of these songs, even if Gurley’s falsetto, surfy guitars, and bubblegum psych-pop aesthetic tend to bring MGMT’s Congratulations to mind.” – FLOOD “

“Tanana” finds the band in hazy psych-pop mode, while “Mush” is a little more rocking and propulsive.” – Brooklyn Vegan

“Portugal. The Man, whose 2017 smash “Feel It Still” has been stuck in your head no fewer than six times, have announced their forthcoming album, “SHISH,” with these two new songs. “Tanana” — a city in Alaska, the band’s birth state — evokes a woozy psych-rock freefall, countered by the skittering alt-rock anxiety of “Mush.”  – Boston Globe

“SHISH is yet another awe-inspiring effort from Gourley and his Portugal. The Man project turned out to be some of the most honest, refreshing music the artist has added to his discography in some time. These ten songs pinpoint the exact time and space Gourley is currently in, and turn his point of view into relatable slices of daring, artistic indie rock.” Glide Magazine

“SHISH saw Gourley scale-back from the limitless world to a tightened circle. It became a call back to the band’s Alaskan origins and upbringing, adopting a mentality of taking only what you need rather than everything at your fingertips. Through SHISH, Portugal. The Man invites listeners into their home, proudly representing the community they came from.” Luna Collective

“The Grammy-winning indie-rock mainstays’ next project shows them braving fearsome new sonic possibilities and drawing inspiration from their origins in Alaska” – Relix 


“A pretty eclectic mix of music that hops extravagantly from foot to foot” – 13th Floor

Rest of the tour:

Dec 2 – Brooklyn, NY – Music Hall of Williamsburg (The Lords of Portland Present Portugal. The Man)

Dec 3 – New York, NY – Terminal 5
Dec 4 – Philadelphia, PA – Union Transfer
Dec 5 – Washington, DC – The Anthem
Dec 7 – Pelham, TN – The Caverns
Dec 8 – Asheville, NC – The Orange Peel
Dec 9 – Atlanta, GA – The Eastern
Dec 11 – Dallas, TX – The Bomb Factory
Dec 12 – Austin, TX – ACL Live – Moody Theater

HAYDEN PEDIGO PLAYS ATLANTA’S MASQUERADE ALTAR ON DEC 3RD

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/9/25

Texas-born and Oklahoma City-based fingerstyle guitarist Hayden Pedigo released his remarkable and genre-defying new album I’ll Be Waving As You Drive Away earlier this year via Mexican Summer, which Pitchfork named as Best New Music. He’s now gearing up for his headline tour and will play Masquerade (Altar) in Atlanta on 12/3.

“warm, patient and uplifting” – THE NEW YORK TIMES

“Brilliant” – NPR MUSIC

“We’re lucky that Hayden Pedigo stumbled upon the footsteps of John Fahey and followed them into the deep wordless wood.” – GILLIAN WELCH

“Refined compositional craft and well-executed technique” – PREMIER GUITAR

“studious and inventive…an honesty and understanding of self here that feels refreshing, especially amid so much fingerstyle traditionalism.” – PITCHFORK

“The list of human beings who have conjured this much beauty from steel strings and some wood is short, and Pedigo is on it.” – BANDCAMP

“one of the world’s best guitarists” – PASTE

“[Pedigo] redefines the term “renaissance person.”” – STEREOGUM

Texas-born and Oklahoma City-based fingerstyle guitarist Hayden Pedigo announces his remarkable and genre-defying new album I’ll Be Waving As You Drive Away, out June 6th via Mexican Summer. Since the release of his 2023 record, The Happiest Times I Ever Ignored, Pedigo earned widespread critical acclaim, performed a stunning NPR Tiny Desk Concert, toured non-stop with the likes of Jenny Lewis, Devendra Banhart and Hiss Golden Messenger, and more. He then decamped on a 20,000-acre ranch at an artist residency in Wyoming to write his new album, which he’d later record in Ojai with Scott Hirsch and name for a “pretty devastating” episode of Little House on the Prairie from 1978. The resulting album, I’ll Be Waving As You Drive Away, is the final installment of what Pedigo has dubbed ‘The Motor Trilogy’ – his three latest solo albums, tied together by their vehicular Jonathan Phillips artwork. An innovator of the instrumental genre, challenger of the stereotypical, and son of a truck-stop preacher, Pedigo has crafted an intentionally maximalist, genre-resistant work of warped instrumental Americana on this release, which he calls “a micro-dose psychedelic album…as if somebody had cut up a tab of LSD and put on a Fahey record.” 

Out today is the album opener, “Long Pond Lily.” An outsized and fragrant bloom of intent; a simultaneous echo of Hayden’s previous work and a big, blousy departure. “It’s very heavy and huge” he says of the song, “the low end is rattling on it — it sounds bonkers, and feels like it’s on the verge of going off the rails. It’s so maximalist, so much more energetic than anything I’ve ever written.” Accompanied by a cinematic music video by Matt Muir that manages to make opening a small-town scaregrounds feel like the American Dream, “Long Pond Lily” is out now HERE. 

Tour dates

05/12/25 – Berklee Performance Center – Boston, MA*

05/14/25 – Kings Theatre – Brooklyn, NY*

05/17/25 – Miller Theater – Philadelphia, PA*

05/18/25 – Warner Theatre – Washington, DC*

08/26/2025 – London – Kings Place

08/28/2025 – Manchester – St. Michael’s

08/29/2025 – Larmer Tree Gardens – End of The Road Festival

08/30/2025 – Cardiff – Clwb Ifor Bach

09/01/2025 – Dublin – The Grand Social

09/02/2025 – Belfast – The Deer’s Head

09/04/2025 – Glasgow – Mono

09/05/2025 – Edinburgh – St. Vincent’s Chapel

09/06/2025 – Newcastle – The Lubber Fiend

09/07/2025 – Leeds – The Attic

09/10/2025 – Aarhus – Alter Festival

09/12/2025 – Berlin – Gretchen

09/13/2025 – Bochum – Die Trompete

09/14/2025 – Leffinge – Leffingeleuren Festival

09/16/2025 – Laval – La Guinguette le 11-22

09/17/2025 – Lyon – Le Sonic

09/18/2025 – Milano – ARCI Bellezza

09/19/2025 – Reggio Emilia – Acid Tank

09/21/2025 – Marseille – Le Molotov

09/22/2025 – Barcelona – Sala Upload

09/24/2025 – Lisboa – ZDB

09/25/2025 – Vigo – Radar Estudios

09/26/2025 – San Sebastian – Lugaritz K.E.

09/27/2025 – Bordeaux – Base Sous-Marine de Bordeaux

09/28/2025 – Paris – La Boule Noire

* denotes dates supporting Ichiko Aoba

LEON MAJCEN PLAYING THE EASTERN IN ATLANTA ON NOV 19 AND 20

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 10/28/25

MAKING A LIVIN’ (NOT A KILLIN’) OUT TODAY VIA CLOVERDALE RECORDS

ON TOUR THIS FALL AND WINTER

Dates Include Support For Margo Price, Kip Moore, Sam Barber + Headline Shows

Majcen makes music reflective of his journey from growing up in the Gulf Coast of Florida as the son of Bosnian war refugees, to honing his craft in New York City, to finding his voice in Nashville’s Americana scene. Influenced by legends like Townes Van Zandt, John Prine, Bob Dylan, and Guy Clark, he blends Americana, folk, and country into songs that are as soulful as they are sincere. Making A Livin’ (Not a Killin’) – out October 17 –is his fourth album in five years and produced with multi-instrumentalist Pat Lyons (Colter Wall), who helped Majcen expand his sonic palette while staying true to his roots. Inspired by the tours that have taken him far beyond his adopted home of Nashville, the result is an album alive with motion, roadside revelations, and the lessons learned along the way.

“The 12-song experience tells a tale that is inspired by a journey of growth for a songwriter but also a man. It is a quintessential offering for an early summer sit down with a record player and a thunderstorm in the background, a perfect escapism opportunity.” – American Songwriter on Better Days

“Leon Majcen is an up & comer you need to know, & his new record Better Days is proof” Whiskey Riff

“his live performance made me an instant fan” The Pitch

Today, singer-songwriter Leon Majcen releases his fourth full-length album in five years, Making A Livin’ (Not a Killin’), via Cloverdale. A modern-day folk singer in the tradition of Townes Van Zandt and John Prine, Majcen was by Bosnian refugee parents who moved the family to Florida in search of a better life. His father introduced him to outlaw country at an early age, and he soon began developing his own voice while performing locally. Majcen gained national attention as a teenager when his single “Love and Misery” became a hit on SiriusXM’s The Coffee House Channel.  The new album reflects a decade spent touring, performing, and chasing stories across the country, balancing solo acoustic intimacy with full-band energy. From the reflective “Down The Road” to the bluesy rocker “Walking Down The Street,” Making A Livin’ (Not a Killin’) captures the highs, lows, and humor of life on the move, marking it Leon’s most layered and honest work to date. Stream/purchase Making A Livin’ (Not a Killin’) here. 

Majcen’s unmistakable talent has earned the attention of Nashville’s finest including Margo Price, who personally invited him to join her on tour. He’ll be on the road throughout 2025, performing both headline shows and support slots alongside Price, Kip Moore, and more. All dates are below and tickets are available here.

Leon Majcen tour dates

10/17 – Pueblo Memorial Hall – Pueblo, CO*

10/18 – The Lincoln – Cheyenne, WY*

10/23 – Knitting Factory Concert House – Boise, ID*

10/24 & 10/25 – The Elm – Bozeman, MT*

10/30 – The Intersection – Grand Rapids, MI*

10/31 & 11/1 – Saint Andrew’s Hall – Detroit, MI*

11/6 – Petersen Events Center – Pittsburgh, PA%

11/7 – The Anthem – Washington, D.C.%

11/8 – Wolstein Center – Cleveland, OH%

11/11 – The Commonwealth Room – Salt Lake City, UT^

11/12 – Belly Up Aspen – Aspen, CO^

11/14 – Longhorn Ballroom – Dallas, TX^

11/15 – Emo’s – Austin, TX^

11/16 – John T. Floore’s Country Store – Helotes, TX^

11/19 & 11/20 – The Eastern – Atlanta, GA+

11/22 – St. Pete Country Festival – St. Petersburg, FL

12/5 – Billy Bob’s Texas – Fort Worth, TX+

12/12 – Jack Rabbits – Jacksonville, FL***

12/13 – The Merry Widow – Mobile, AL***

*support for Kip Moore

+support for Sam Barber

%support for Turnpike Troubadours

^support for Margo Price

***support for Liam St. John

^^^support for American Aquarium

PALMYRA! HEADING TO TERMINAL WEST IN ATLANTA ON NOVEMBER, 20TH!

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 10/27/25

The wildly talented trio, Palmyra, are heading to Atlanta on Nov 20th and will be opening for Ethan Regan at Terminal West. 

PALMYRA 

SHARES NEW SINGLE “ARIZONA”

DEBUT ALBUM RESTLESS

OUT MARCH 28TH ON OH BOY RECORDS

Listen Here

Watch Live Performance Video Here

“a spiritual, tender trip unbound to any one genre.” – Paste Magazine

“a throwback to the heart-on-sleeve catharses that bands like Sunny Day Real Estate and Texas is the Reason were able to so successfully mine in the 90s”- Beats Per Minute

“Vulnerable And Dynamic” – UPROXX

Last month, rising Virginia trio Palmyra announced that their debut album Restless will arrive on March 28th via Oh Boy Records. Today, the band returns with the standout track – an on-the-road rambler titled “Arizona.” The track explores the conflict between the pleasure and loneliness one feels on a journey. Of the song, Teddy shares, “Arizona was a moment of joy in a dark, uncertain period of my life. I was roadtripping with my brother through the southwest, driving through national parks and living off of energy drinks, cigarettes, and hot dogs. The car was filled with sand from having to break down our tent during a sandstorm, and it reeked of lighter fluid (my brother left it open and it drenched the backseat). It was a beautiful, brief escape from facing reality, and I never wanted it to end.” 

Peppered with electric bass and organ, the song journeys into retro soundscapes fitting for a desert road trip. Mānoa adds, “It has become a core live song for us and one that I think will exist for Palmyra forever. I’m so glad we didn’t give up on it after the demo.” 

The live performance video is the band in their happiest and purest form— camped in a tent with just themselves and a stripped-back setup, letting their voices steal the show. The video was filmed in a friend’s backyard in Richmond, Virginia.  

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Palmyra will play a string of shows in Virginia this February before they officially kick off their headline tour this March 27th in Pittsburgh, PA and wrap May 8th in Amherst, MA. Highlights include The Basement in Nashville, TN on April 3rd, DC9 in Washington DC on April 29th and The Mercury Lounge in NYC on May 1st. They’ll play an album release show at The Jefferson Theatre in Charlottesville, VA on the album’s release day, March 28th. The band will also play at Iron Blossom Music Festival alongside artists like Vampire Weekend, Rainbow Kitten Surprise, and The Lumineers this September. Find tickets here: https://www.palmyratheband.com/

Palmyra Tour Dates

February 20 – The Vault – Tysons, VA

February 21 – Sipe Theatre – Bridgewater, VA

February 22 – Grand Caverns – Grottoes, VA

March 9 –  Continuum Art – Hendersonville, NC

March 21 – The Harvester – Rocky Mount, VA

March 27 – Crafthouse Stage & Grill – Pittsburgh, PA

March 28 – Jefferson Theater – Charlottesville, VA

March 29 – Cat’s Cradle Back Room – Carrboro, NC

March 30 – Live at Ted’s – Wilmington, NC

April 1 – Charleston Pour House – Charleston, SC

April 2 – Georgia Theater Rooftop – Athens, GA

April 3 – The Basement – Nashville, TN

April 4 – Open Chord – Knoxville, TN

April 5 – Center Stage Vinyl – Atlanta, GA

April 6 – Doodad Farm – Greensboro, NC

April 24 – The Palm Room – Wrightsville Beach, NC

April 25 – Petra’s – Charlotte, NC

April 27 – Eulogy – Asheville, NC

April 29 – DC9 Nightclub – Washington, DC

April 30 – MilkBoy – Philadelphia, PA

May 1 – Mercury Lounge – New York, NY

May 2 – Middle East Upstairs – Cambridge, MA

May 3 – High Ground Lounge – South Burlington, VT

May 4 – Billsville House Concert – Manchester, VT

May 5 – 9th Ward – Buffalo, NY

May 6 – Fan Club Collective – Ithaca, NY

May 8 – The Drake – Amherst, MA

September 21 – Richmond, VA – Iron Blossom Music Festival 

Palmyra’s members met in a college music class. All three members- Landon, Teddy Chipouras and Mānoa Bell grew up in Virginia, all three excellent songwriters, singers and players. But rather than starting their own projects, they formed a trio built on democracy, respect and equal agency. They immediately hit the road and found deep inspiration in the connection they felt communing with their audiences each night. But becoming an adult while living out of a suitcase is complicated, and it’s these experiences that inform the music on Restless. Once they were prepared to write the album, heading to a big city recording studio felt like an impossibility and instead they chose to set up shop in a rural Virginia lakehouse, making for an album that is immediate, warm and unadorned. 

Palmyra may have roots in the South, their music steeped in the sounds of traditional instruments and shaped by their time there, but their spirit defies easy categorization. Palmyra is also a band that confronts complex, often painful topics in their lyrics: suicide, gender dysphoria, identity, and the relentless pressure of capitalism. Their songs, which shift from folk to post-rock and even flirt with emo, reflect a band unafraid to push boundaries. In this way, Palmyra joins the ranks of Southern acts like Julien Baker, Band of Horses, and Cat Power—artists who’ve redefined what it means to come from the South, offering a sound that’s as expansive and evolving as the region itself. It’s this admixture of place and perspective that define the material on Restless.

MARVELOUS 3 LIGHT UP CENTER STAGE, OCTOBER 13TH!

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 10/16/25

On Friday, October 3, 2025, Atlanta’s own Marvelous 3 took the stage at Center Stage Theater for a sold-out hometown show that felt like a long-overdue family reunion. The rock trio, frontman Butch Walker, bassist Jayce Fincher, and drummer Doug “Slug” Mitchell reunited in recent years after a hiatus, and their energy on this night was infectious. From the moment they started, the band radiated happiness, grinning ear-to-ear as they powered through a set packed with classics and newer hits.

The evening kicked off with opener Major, a fitting choice as the band’s lead guitarist is none other than Holden Fincher, Jayce’s son. Holden has been joining Marvelous 3 on the road as a fourth member, adding rhythm guitar and youth to the lineup. His seamless integration amplified the familial vibe. It made it a multi-generational rock affair.

Marvelous 3 wasted no time diving into their catalog, blending high-energy anthems with heartfelt moments that had the audience singing along word-for-word. The setlist, clocking in at 18 songs, was a masterclass in ’90s-inspired rock with a modern edge. They opened strong with “Little Head,” Walker’s charismatic voice cutting through the mix as the band locked into a tight groove. Off and on, Walker bantered with the crowd between songs, cracking jokes about Atlanta traffic and thanking fans for sticking with them through the years.

Mid-set, they dipped into fan favorites like “#27” and “Grant Park,” the latter a nod to Atlanta’s iconic green space that is tailor-made for this crowd Atlanta crowd. Followed by “You’re So Yesterday,” “Until You See” helmed by Holden, “Every Monday,” “Jackie and Tina” honoring both mothers in the crowd, and a heartfelt tribute to the unity of music, “Melt With You” cover of Modern English.

But, the biggest moment of the night was the pure mastery of “Freak of the Week.” It is their most well known, signature hit that exploded with energy. The crowd was so into it. Walker, Fincher, Mitchell, and young Holden looked ecstatic, hugging it out onstage as the final notes faded. It was a reminder of why Marvelous 3 endures—their music is fun, unpretentious, and delivered with genuine heart. They went on to also perform hits, “Sugarbuzz,” and encored with “Cigarette Lighter Love Song,” and “(There’s) Always Something There to Remind Me” with Butch in the crowd.

Fans leaving Center Stage buzzed about the band’s unbreakable spirit. In a world of polished rock, Marvelous 3’s raw happiness and family ties made this hometown show unforgettable. If this is what reunion tours can be, sign us up for more.

Our favorite photos from the night, taken by John and I:

RAY AND PAUL TO PLAY AT THE MASQUERADE ATLANTA ON OCT 28

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 10/13/25

Ray and Paul Drop Fading — A Bold New EP Blending Surf and Garage Rock, Available Now

Music Video For Title Track “Fading” is Out now

 Ray and Paul are proud to share their brand-new EP, Fading, now streaming everywhere.

“These six songs reflect the past five years of our lives—love, heartbreak, sadness, doubt, confusion, and pain,” the duo says. “They’ve shaped who we are and changed how we see the world and our music. We’re so grateful to finally share this with you and excited for what’s ahead.”

Fading is a 6-track collection featuring the fan-favorite and top-streaming single “Pelican,” live staple “Blue,” three new tracks released earlier this year, and the title track “Fading.” The EP will also be available on limited edition vinyl.

CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE MUSIC VIDEO TO “FADING”

Hailing from the SF Bay Area, brothers Ray and Paul started the band at just 17 and 13 years old. After building a loyal local following, they found their stride playing house shows in Isla Vista while attending school in Santa Barbara. Their signature surf-rock-meets-garage-rock sound shines on Fading, shaped by producer Jarvis Taveniere (Mild High Club, Surf Curse, Allah-Las) and three tracks produced by John Goodmanson (Weezer, Pavement, Nada Surf, Hockey Dad).

2025 has been a breakthrough year for Ray and Paul. They’ve performed at SXSW, Treefort Festival, and toured in support of The Moss and Sun Room. This fall, they’ll hit the road for a California headline tour in September, followed by a full U.S. tour in October supporting Australian band Dice. See all tour dates below.

2025 TOUR DATES 

September 11 – Santa Barbara, CA – Soho Music Club

September 12 – San Francisco, CA – The Independent

September 19 – San Luis Obispo, CA – Libertine Brewing Company

September 20 – Fresno, CA – Strummers

October 4 – Santa Cruz, CA – The Catalyst

November 29 – Los Angeles, CA – The Troubadour

SUPPORTING DICE 

October 7 – Seattle, WA – Barboza

October 8 – Portland, OR – Polaris Hall

October 9 – Boise, ID – Shrine Social Club

October 10 – Salt Lake City, UT – The DLC at Quarters

October 11 – Denver, CO – Meow Wolf Denver

October 14 – St. Paul, MN – Turf Club

October 15 – Chicago, IL – Schubas Tavern

October 16 – Columbus, OH – A & R Music Bar

October 17 – Ferndale, MI – The Magic Bag

October 18 – Toronto, ON – Velvet Underground

October 21 – Cambridge, MA – Middle East Upstairs

October 23 – Brooklyn, NY – Baby’s All Right

October 24 – Philadelphia, PA – Johnny Brenda

October 25 – Washington, DC – DC9

October 26 – Durham, NC – Motorco Music Halle

October 28 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade

October 29 – Nashville, TN – The Basement

October 31 – Houston, TX – White Oak Music Hall

November 1 – Austin, TX – 3TEN ACL Live

November 2 – Dallas ,TX – Ruins

November 5 – Tucson, AZ – Club Congress