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THE OFFICE BAR WELCOMES FALL AND SEPTEMBER EVENTS AND SPECIALS

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 9/4/26

The Midtown restaurant kicks off the season with expanded hours, dining deals and live music

The Office Bar, located in the lobby of 1105 West Peachtree in Midtown Atlanta, is bidding farewell to summer and ringing in fall with expanded service hours, a new breakfast menu, late-night bar bites, live music and seasonal drink specials, including specialty cocktails for the US Open. Guests can now enjoy breakfast daily from 6:30 to 11 a.m. and late-night bites from 10 p.m. to midnight, making The Office Bar a destination from morning coffee through late-night cocktails. The Office Bar’s September events and specials are listed below:

US Open Specials 

Aug. 31- Sept. 13 

In honor of the US Open, enjoy two limited-time specialty cocktails at The Office Bar: the Ketel One Sea Breeze, made with Ketel One Vodka, cranberry juice and pink grapefruit juice, garnished with a lime wedge, and the Botanical Grapefruit & Rose Spritz, featuring Ketel One Botanical Grapefruit & Rose, soda water and a grapefruit wedge. Both cocktails are available for $17 from Aug. 31 through Sept. 13. 

The Office Bar Expands Hours with Breakfast and Late-Night Bites 

The Office Bar has expanded its service hours, now welcoming guests from early morning through midnight. Breakfast is served daily from 6:30 to 11 a.m., followed by lunch and dinner from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. and late-night bar bites from 10 p.m. to midnight. The new breakfast menu features favorites like lemon ricotta pancakes, avocado toast, omelets and breakfast sandwiches, while the late-night menu includes truffle fries, loaded waffle fries, fried chicken wings, a Nashville hot chicken sandwich and a smashed house double burger. 

Sunday Bunday 

Head to The Office Bar every Sunday for the 1105 Burger & Brew Sunday Special, both $11.05 on Sundays only! Listed below: 

● The 1105 Single Smashed Burger: Romaine lettuce, tomato, Vermont cheddar, pickles, house dressing and potato bun, served with choice of fries or a house side salad. 

● The 1105 Sunday Brew (20oz): Choice of draft beer served in our limited edition The Office Bar souvenir cup. 

Find more information via the event page. 

Live Music at The Office Bar Featuring Ethel 

Every Thursday from 7 to 10 p.m.

Every Thursday, enjoy a live music performance by Ethel at The Office Bar, now at a brand new set time to align with The Office Bar’s expanded hours. Seating at The Office Bar is first-come, first-served. London-born performer Katy Shotter has toured the world with artists such as Beyoncé, Robin Thicke, Mario and Daley, to name a few. Her band includes Bryant Laursen, her husband, artist, DJ and saxophonist, to create one of the most soulful, high-class and uniquely entertaining musical experiences Atlanta has ever seen. Learn more about Ethel by visiting her Instagram at @ethelshotter, or read more about the artist’s story here. Learn more at www.ethelandtheshotters.com. 

Live Music at The Office Bar Featuring Rich Gunderlock 

Every Tuesday from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Every Tuesday, come to The Office Bar for a performance by Rich Gunderlock from 5:30-8:30 p.m.! Seating at The Office Bar is first-come, first-served. View the menu here. 

A lover of music since 1992, Rich Gunderlock grew up playing saxophone, guitar and piano, going on to earn 3 degrees in music, publish his own songs and perform in multiple bands. He got his Atlanta start in 2001 and now performs regularly at venues around the city, as well as managing party band The Retreat. His lively saxophone solos distinguish him from other performers, bringing a unique energy and excitement anywhere he plays. Read more about Rich and the event series here. 

THE BATTERY ATLANTA WRAPS UP SUMMER WITH WELLNESS, LIVE MUSIC, AND MORE

Liz and John Attaway, 8/7/26

August lineup includes outdoor fitness, family and pet-friendly events, restaurant promotions
and concerts at Coca-Cola Roxy

The Battery Atlanta is making the most of summer’s final stretch with an August lineup packed with wellness classes, family-friendly fun, pet-friendly experiences and live entertainment. From wellness favorites like Yoga and Pilates on the Plaza Green to the Farmers Market and Watch PAWty, there’s something for every visitor. Guests can also explore the Fight to Flourish Art Exhibition at Burn, celebrate Marg & Taco Fest at Live! at The Battery Atlanta, enjoy cocktail classes and music bingo or catch performances by Billy Currington & Kip Moore, Isaiah Rashad, Masego, Dominic Fike and Ammy Virk at Coca-Cola Roxy.

Watch PAWty Presented by Boehringer Ingelheim

Saturday, Aug. 8; Friday, Aug. 21; and Tuesday, Aug. 25; 2:30-6:30 p.m.

Pet parents can cheer on the Atlanta Braves alongside their four-legged friends during this pup-friendly watch party at the Georgia Power Pavilion. The experience also includes local pet boutiques, partner activations and canine-centered finds. Additional Watch PAWty events will take place Sept. 5 and 26. View more information here.

Farmers Market Presented by Kaiser Permanente

Sunday, Aug. 9 and 23; 1-4 p.m.
A curated selection of regional vendors will bring fresh produce, prepared foods, artisan breads, baked goods, wellness items, pet-friendly products and more to the Plaza Green. Guests can also browse Bark Market offerings, visit the nearby petting zoo and snap a photo with the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile on Aug. 23, which will distribute wiener whistles, postcards and other giveaway items. Market details are available here.

Yoga Presented by Kaiser Permanente

Monday, Aug. 17 and 24; 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Guests can stretch, breathe and reset on the Plaza Green during this free outdoor class, part of The Battery Atlanta’s Wellness Series. Open to all experience levels, the session offers mindful movement in a welcoming community setting. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat and water bottle. Guests may register here.

Pilates on the Plaza Green Presented by BODYBAR

Wednesday, Aug. 19; 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Led by BODYBAR Pilates Vinings, this complimentary, one-hour class invites participants to strengthen, stretch and recharge on the Plaza Green. The outdoor session is part of The Battery Atlanta’s Wellness Series and welcomes all experience levels. Pre-registration is required, and participants should bring a yoga mat and water bottle. Registration details are available here.

Fight to Flourish Art Exhibition at Burn

Sunday, Aug. 23; 5-8 p.m.
Burn will host an evening celebrating creativity, inspiration and connection at the Fight to Flourish Art Exhibition. Guests can view artwork by Alicia, enjoy live entertainment from DJ Knotts and mingle with fellow art enthusiasts. Learn more about the exhibition here.

Select Restaurant Promotions:

Flora-Georgia Themed Karaoke at Park Bench

Wednesday, Aug. 5; 9-11:30 p.m.

Park Bench invites guests to step into the spotlight for an evening of karaoke, classic songs and friendly competition. Attendees can grab the mic, sing their favorite Georgia-themed tunes and enjoy a late night out with friends. See what is happening at Park Bench here.

Music Bingo at Punch Bowl Social

Thursday, Aug. 13 and 20; 7-9 p.m.

Classic songs replace traditional bingo numbers during complimentary Music Bingo hosted by Dirty South Trivia. Guests can enjoy food and craft cocktails while putting their music knowledge to the test and competing for prizes, including two tickets to a featured Live Nation concert for one monthly winner. View more information here.

Marg & Taco Fest at Live! at The Battery Atlanta

Saturday, Aug. 22; 4-8 p.m.

Tacos, cocktails and live entertainment take center stage during Marg & Taco Fest at Live! at The Battery Atlanta. Admission includes two drink tickets for a margarita or seltzer, along with access to local taco trucks, live mariachi performances, outdoor games, DJ sets and a curated vendor market. Tickets and event details are available here.

Cocktail Class at ASW Distillery

Sunday, Aug. 23; 2-3:30 p.m.

During ASW Distillery’s monthly cocktail class, a lead mixologist will guide guests through creating three cocktails featuring the distillery’s award-winning spirits. Participants will learn bartending fundamentals and the art of balanced cocktail building while working from individual bar stations to shake, stir and perfect each creation. Reserve a spot here.

Coca-Cola Roxy Events:
Coca-Cola Roxy rounds out the month with a wide-ranging lineup of live performances throughout August.

  • Billy Currington & Kip Moore

Saturday, Aug. 8; 7 p.m.

  • Isaiah Rashad

Thursday, Aug. 13; 8 p.m.

  • Masego

Saturday, Aug. 15; 8 p.m.

  • Dominic Fike

Sunday, Aug. 16; 7:30 p.m.

  • Ammy Virk

Friday, Aug. 21; 8 p.m.

An up-to-date list of restaurant and retailer happenings is available at batteryatl.com. Dates, details and hours of operation are subject to change.

GREG MENDEZ ON TOUR PLAYING AISLE 5 ATLANTA – AUGUST 1

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 7/17/26

RELEASES NEW ALBUM

BEAUTY LAND 

TODAY VIA DEAD OCEANS

EXPANDS 2026 TOUR DATES

WATCH VIDEO FOR ALBUM STANDOUT “SO MEAN”

Photo Steven Yang

“In less than two minutes, Greg Mendez can express a lifetime’s worth of pain, regret, and resilience.” -Pitchfork 


“It’s at once a grandiose and understated… Mendez’s severe lyrical specificity opens up entire worlds in which the listener can find themselves.”
-Rolling Stone

“In Mendez’s hands, coming to terms with the worst of times has led to music so grippingly human, you’ll want to hear him grapple with his demons on an endless loop.”
-NPR 


“Mendez’s unrefined, plaintive voice, his piercing melodies, and his conversational but haunting lyrics all mark him out as one of the best songwriters to come out of a city teeming with great songwriters.” -Stereogum

“The best songwriters can take visceral moments from their lives and bend them to the palettes of the people listening to them unfold, so they can inject themselves into these spaces; Mendez’s ability to leave that door cracked for the rest of us is what makes him one of our subtlest geniuses.”
-Paste

“Nakedly honest and gently strummed indie rock confessionals.”
-The FADER

“Sweet, melancholic, and perfectly understated”

-Consequence

Greg Mendez releases his anticipated new album, Beauty Land, today via Dead Oceans. On Beauty Land, Mendez perfects his raw and quietly devastating sound, as evidenced by the album’s singles “I Wanna Feel Pretty,” “Gentle Love / Frog,” “No Evil,” and “So Mean,” released today alongside an understatedly heartbreaking video directed by Luke LeCount, shot on 16mm film in Wildwood, NJ and at Minimart in Philadelphia, PA.

On the album, we’re guided by a wry but forgiving narrator, an underdog who has learned to balance cynicism and faith. These songs are self-effacing without self-pity, carefully constructed altars of imperfection channeled through pop melodies, shimmering but urgent guitars, and a voice that reaches for choir boy innocence.

The bulk of Beauty Land was recorded directly to tape, almost entirely alone in Mendez’s makeshift home studio in Philadelphia – a small room with no natural light. It’s his first full-length album since his unexpected breakthrough self-titled album in 2023, which was a slow burn success following 15 years of writing and recording music in relative obscurity between Philly and New York. Beauty Land picks up where we left off three years ago – plumbing the depths of grief, love, and addiction – but its intense, quiet clarity shows Mendez at his songwriting best.

Mendez is touring across North America this summer in support of Beauty Land this summer, with just-announced dates across Europe this October and November. Tickets for all shows are available now via gregmendez.net. All dates below.

Tour Dates:

06/10 – Washington, DC – Songbyrd #

06/11 – Richmond, VA – Richmond Music Hall #

06/12 – Asheville, NC – Static Age #

06/13 – Nashville, TN – The Blue Room #

06/15 – Bloomington, IN – The Bishop #

06/16 – Madison, WI – High Noon Saloon #

06/17 – Minneapolis, MN – 7th St Entry #

06/19 – Iowa City, IA – Gabe’s Oasis #

06/20 – Chicago, IL – Lincoln Hall #

06/21 – Detroit, MI – Lager House #

06/23 – Toronto, ON –  Sound Garage #

06/24 – Northampton, MA – Iron Horse Music Hall #

06/25 – Portland, ME – SPACE Gallery #

06/26 – Boston, MA – The Sinclair #

06/27 – Hamden, CT – Space Ballroom #

06/30 – Brooklyn, NY –  Music Hall of Williamsburg #

07/01 – Kingston, NY – Tubby’s #

07/10 – Philadelphia, PA – First Unitarian Church #

07/31 – Durham, NC – Cat’s Cradle Back Room ^

08/01 – Atlanta, GA –  Aisle 5 ^

08/02 – New Orleans, LA – Siberia ^

08/04 – Austin, TX – 29th Street Ballroom ^

08/05 – Dallas, TX – Club Dada ^

08/08 – Phoenix, AZ – Valley Bar ^

08/09 – San Diego, CA – Soda Bar ^

08/10 – Los Angeles, CA – Sid the Cat Auditorium ^

08/12 – San Francisco, CA – The Independent ^

08/14 – Portland, OR –  Polaris ^

08/15 – Seattle, WA –  Barboza ^

08/16 – Vancouver, BC – Biltmore Cabaret ^

08/18 – Boise, ID –  Shrine Social Club ^

08/19 – Salt Lake City, UT – Kilby Court ^

08/21 – Denver, CO – Lost Lake ^

08/22 – Kansas City, MO –  Record Bar ^

08/23 – St Louis, MO –  Off Broadway ^

08/24 – Newport, KY – Southgate House Revival ^

08/25 – Pittsburgh, PA – Bottlerocket ^

10/27 – Berlin, DE – Lark

10/29 – Cologne, DE – JAKI

10/31 – Brussels, BE – Ancienne Belgique

11/2 – Paris, FR – Pop Up Du Label

11/5 – Glasgow, UK – McChuills

11/7 – Manchester, UK – The Abbey

11/8 – Nottingham, UK – The Chapel

11/10 – Bristol, UK – The Croft

# with Scarlet Rae

^ with Maria BC

MYLES SMITH PLAYS ATLANTA’S COCA-COLA ROXY

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 6/29/26

SITS DOWN WITH CBS MORNINGS

HEADLINE TOUR ACROSS NORTH AMERICA, EUROPE AND THE U.K. KICKS OFF NEXT MONTH

After surpassing one billion streams, scoring two #1 singles and building a global fanbase before ever releasing a full-length album, Myles Smith finally delivers his debut LP, My Mess, My Heart, My Life., out today via Sony Music UK/RCA Records. Get it HERE.

Smith also made his U.S. morning television debut yesterday, sitting down with Anthony Mason for an in-depth conversation on CBS Mornings—watch HERE.

His first complete body of work arrives after a run of milestones that would be remarkable for an artist at any stage of their career. His beloved hit song “Stargazing” became the biggest song by a U.K. artist worldwide in 2024, skyrocketing his career and introducing his music to audiences around the world. “Nice To Meet You” made Smith the first male solo artist to reach #1 at both Alternative and Top 40 radio with his first two singles. My Mess, My Heart, My Life. is the album that completes the story.

Known for emotionally direct songwriting and a rich vocal delivery, Smith has built his following by turning personal experiences into songs that connect far beyond their origins. For his debut album, he took that approach even further, returning to his own therapy notes from 2017 to 2022 and mining five years of his life as the raw material for the songs. The result is a record that explores emotional chaos, vulnerability and the sense of release that comes with confronting life head-on, unfolding across three interconnected worlds: Mess, Heart, and Life.

The album’s latest single, “Hold Me In The Dark,” landed in May—listen here. The track has now spent more than two weeks at #8 in the UK APC, and Smith has five songs currently in the Airplay Top 100.

The record also features several of Smith’s most recognized recent hits, including “Stargazing,” “Nice To Meet You,” the reflective duet with Niall Horan “Drive Safe,” the uplifting anthem “Gold,” and the euphoric “Stay (If You Wanna Dance).”

“This album is the most honest thing I’ve ever made,” says Smith. “The title really says it all—it’s about the mess, the heart and the life that sits around it. Smith songs come from moments I never thought I’d share. Nights that felt endless, mornings that felt like starting over, memories that will always stay with me.”

Smith will support the album with his biggest headline tour to date across North America, Europe and the UK. With multiple UK arena dates already nearly sold out, the run will culminate in a landmark London show at The O2. He will also support Ed Sheeran on the North American leg of his forthcoming LOOP Tour this summer. To purchase tickets and for more information, visit https://www.mylessmith.co.uk/.

MYLES SMITH LIVE

June 13—Glendale, AZ—State Farm Stadium*

June 20—Nashville, TN—Nissan Stadium – South Plaza*

June 25—Milwaukee, WI—American Family Insurance 
Amphitheatre / Summerfest*#

June 27—Chicago, IL—Soldier Field*

July 3—Vail, CO—Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater^

July 4—Denver, CO—Empower Field at Mile High*

July 15—Ottawa, ON—Ottawa Bluesfest#

July 17–18—Edmonton, AB—Neon Skies Festival#

July 18—Las Vegas, NV—Allegiant Stadium*

July 21—San Diego, CA—Petco Park*

July 25—Santa Clara, CA—Levi’s Stadium*

July 28—Wheatland, CA—Hard Rock Live – Sacramento$!

July 31—Troutdale, OR—Edgefield Concerts on the Lawn$!

August 1—Seattle, WA—Lumen Field*

August 4—Vancouver, BC—Freedom Mobile Arch$!

August 8—Inglewood, CA—SoFi Stadium*

August 12—Salt Lake City, UT—The Lot at The Complex~

August 15—Minneapolis, MN—U.S. Bank Stadium*

August 18—Laval, QC—Place Bell+

August 20—Toronto, ON—Rogers Centre*

August 21—Toronto, ON—Rogers Centre*

August 22—Toronto, ON—Rogers Centre*

August 24—Boston, MA—Leader Bank Pavilion+

August 25—New York, NY—SummerStage – Central Park+

August 26—Philadelphia, PA—The Met Presented by Highmark+

August 28—Grand Rapids, MI—Frederik Meijer Gardens Amphitheater

August 29—Detroit, MI—Ford Field*

August 30—Cleveland, OH—Agora Theatre

September 2—Indianapolis, IN—Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park

September 3—Maryland Heights, MO—Saint Louis Music Park^!

September 6—Irving, TX—The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory^!

September 9—Baltimore, MD—Pier Six Pavilion^!

September 10—Atlanta, GA—Coca-Cola Roxy=!

October 8—Berlin, Germany—Columbiahalle

October 10—Oslo, Norway—Spektrum

October 11—Copenhagen, Denmark—KB Hallen

October 13—Dusseldorf, Germany—Mitsubishi Electric Halle

October 14—Zurich, Switzerland—The Hall

October 16—Milan, Italy—Fabrique

October 18—Brussels, Belgium—Forest National

October 19—Paris, France—Zenith

November 4—Amsterdam, Netherlands—Ziggo Dome

November 7—Nottingham, UK—Motorpoint Arena

November 8—Leeds, UK—First Direct Arena

November 10—Glasgow, UK—OVO Hydro

November 12—Birmingham, UK—Birmingham BP Pulse Live / Utilita Arena

November 14—Bournemouth, UK—International Centre

November 15—Manchester, UK—Manchester Co-Op Live

November 17—Dublin, Ireland—3Arena

November 19—Cardiff, UK—Utilita Arena

November 20—London, UK—The O2

*supporting Ed Sheeran

#festival appearance

^with Hazlett

=with Lily Meola

~with Jonah Kagen

+with Michael Marcagi

$with yung kai

!with Stella Lefty

POND HEADLINING ATLANTA AT TERMINAL WEST ON JULY 10

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 6/15/26

Before they kick off a run of support dates for Djo, they’ll kick things off at Terminal West on July 10 and I wanted to make sure you had it on your radar for coverage! The tour supports their new album Terrestrials which will be released next Friday.

Pond are one of the most versatile, inquisitive, and accomplished bands in the psychedelic rock vanguard. Made up of Nicholas Allbrook, Jay Watson, Joseph Ryan, James Ireland, and Jamie Terry, Pond was formed in 2010 in Fremantle, Western Australia. However, it wasn’t until the release of their 2013 record Beard, Wives, Denim that Pond went from a group of musicians and friends to an internationally touring band.

Today, Pond boasts an impressive catalog of recorded music, spanning ten critically-acclaimed albums. Since its beginnings, Pond’s prowess in the live arena has also been well documented. Sharing the stage with artists such as Flaming Lips, Queens of the Stone Age, Arctic Monkeys and more, they have also been on major festival lineups worldwide like Glastonbury, Coachella, Splendour in the Grass, and The Great Escape.

Like much of the Pond catalogue, Terrestrials is a record of people and place, of exploring the identity of each, as well as where and how they intersect and interact. Extractive capitalism, power dynamics, inequality, indigenous incarceration, eccentric outcasts, fire and water, diesel and dust, unity and division, blood and bauxite, unborn tomorrows and dead yesterdays – it’s all there. Terrestrials twitches with the desperation of people and planet on the brink, but ultimately bets on the beauty of both to prevail.

SWEETWATER 420 FEST 2026 ROCKS SHIRLEY CLARKE FRANKLIN PARK

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/29/26

Atlanta’s SweetWater 420 Fest returned on April 17-18, 2026, settling into its new home at Shirley Clarke Franklin Park on the city’s west side. The 20th edition drew more attendees thanks to a stacked lineup blending jam rock, electro-funk, indie rap, and global beats. With hammocks, beanbags, and a gentle hill for lounging, the park’s open layout handled the crowds smoothly. The new location’s clean grounds, ample vendors, and a groovy atmosphere made it a hit. Will this be the new permanent spot? 

Friday, April 17: Umphrey’s McGee Headlines a Jam-Fueled Kickoff 

Day one built steadily, with early sets warming up the hillside stage, from Cimafunk’s vibrant Afro-Cuban flair, to Watchhouse, an American-Folk duo out of North Carolina. The energy peaked with headliners Umphrey’s McGee, who delivered two sets well into the evening. The Chicago band mixed progressive rock, funk, and improvisation, and extended jams. Their performance echoed the festival’s roots in jam and roots music, keeping the crowd moving and grooving all night. It was a relaxed, intimate night with tons of beer flowing, and jams to enjoy. 

Saturday, April 18: The Heavy Heavy, Little Stranger, Thievery Corporation, and more took over the Saturday Vibes 

The party continued Saturday with musical stylings of The Heavy Heavy, Little Stranger, Chromeo, and headliner, Thievery Corporation.  

The UK retro rockers, The Heavy Heavy, from Brighton brought their ’60s-inspired sound, think swinging rhythms and soulful hooks, to draw in the crowd. They really are groove masters. After that, Little Stranger took the stage. What I called a little bit Beastie Boys and a lot of reggae, hip-hop; the Shield brothers kept it fresh their whole set. They mixed it up with a harmonica and flute solo, and a variety of accompanying acts on stage. They were my favorite act of the festival. 

Chromeo, the electric-funk duo or The “Funklordz,” Dave 1 and P-Thugg, turned the park into a dancefloor like you’ve never seen before. They hit all the right notes with beautiful baselines and electric performance. Then, the headliners, Thievery Corporation took the stage as the night wound down. Rob Garza and Eric Hilton reunited on stage with a rare duo appearance that electrified the crowd. They went on to mix trip-hop, acid jazz, and high energy world beats into one spectacular finale for the fest.  

Festival Takeaways: What does Sweetwater fest feel like? 

On the top of the hill, the sunset, behind the 420 fest sign. Couples and groups lounged about on the hill, blankets spread out dotted with Sweetwater beer cans, water, and eats from the food vendors. Fancy guitar work and booming baselines permeated from the stage below and swelled to a crescendo as night fell. That’s what 420 fest feels like. Good vibes, good times, and all the Sweetwater beer you can drink (responsibly). 

ATLANTA FRINGE FESTIVAL RETURNS FOR TWO-WEEK CITYWIDE CELEBRATION, MAY 27 – JUNE 7

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/23/26

Festival unites artists and community with more than 245+ live performances across seven venues

The Atlanta Fringe Festival returns for its 14th annual celebration this summer, delivering an expansive lineup of bold, original performances across the city. Building on last year’s success, the 2026 festival will again host a two-week run, featuring more than 245 live acts from May 27-June 7 at seven venues throughout Atlanta. This year’s lineup includes 49 distinct shows from a diverse roster of artists: 27 local performers, 18 touring artists representing 13 states, and an international act from Scotland. Altogether, the festival showcases more than 400 individual performances, offering audiences an immersive, citywide arts experience.

“The Atlanta Fringe Festival is a celebration of fearless creativity and the artists who bring it to life,” said Executive Director Diana Brown. “From local talent to international voices, this year’s festival invites audiences to discover work that is unexpected, unforgettable and uniquely Atlanta.”

Known for its genre-defying programming, the festival spans the full spectrum of live performance – from improv and burlesque to stand-up comedy, spoken word, puppetry and magic. As part of the global Fringe movement, the Atlanta Fringe Festival operates as an open-access platform, empowering artists to present original, unconventional work while retaining 100% of their ticket revenue.

In keeping with Fringe tradition, participating artists were selected through an unjuried lottery from approximately 150 submissions worldwide, ensuring a dynamic mix of voices, disciplines and experience levels.

Festival Highlights Include:

  • Kids Fringe (Free Family Programming): Presented in partnership with East Atlanta Kids Club, this interactive series returns May 30-31 and June 6-7 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., featuring puppet shows, crafts, games, a “Baby Rave” and more for children ages 0-12.
  • Atlanta Street Fringe (Free Outdoor Festival): In partnership with the Little 5 Points Cultural District, this outdoor celebration takes place May 29-31 and June 5-7 throughout Little 5 Points Village.
  • Five/5ths of Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade: Back by popular demand after two consecutive sell-outs, this variety benefit returns Monday, June 1 at 7:30 p.m. Five performance groups each reinterpret one segment of the classic film, resulting in a wildly inventive, one-night-only mashup featuring puppetry, burlesque, clowning and more.

In addition to live performances, the festival will once again present Fringe Audio, a first-of-its-kind podcast network within the Fringe circuit. Launching May 20 at AtlantaFringe.org, the platform will stream original storytelling and radio theater—many of them world premieres—from local and national artists. A $200 cash prize will be awarded to the Critics’ Choice winner for excellence in podcast production.

Multi-show passes will go on sale April 20, with single tickets going on sale April 27. Tickets will be available at atlantafringe.org. 

For new announcements, volunteer opportunities and information on upcoming exclusive performances, visit atlantafringe.org, or follow Atlanta Fringe Festival on Instagram and Facebook.

SNAIL MAIL COMING TO ATLANTA’S VARIETY PLAYHOUSE APRIL 22ND

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/30/26

Snail Mail is the incredible project of singer/songwriter Lindsey Jordan, who will release her highly anticipated album Ricochet out at the end of March! I’m reaching out because she will head out on her major North American Tour next month and will be stopping in Atlanta along the way! 

Snail Mail has released two of the album’s singles  “My Maker,” which was co-produced by Jordan, alongside Aron Kobayashi Ritch (Momma) and the music video was shot as a single-take hot air balloon ride! 
Prior to “My Maker,” Jordan also shared the album’s first single, “Dead End,”a standout that mourns the simplicity of a suburban adolescence, of parking in a cul-de-sac and smoking with friends.

On her first album in five years, she returns with a renewed sense of clarity and control, asserting herself as a generational songwriter with a sharpened perspective.

Photo: Daria Kobayashi Ritch

Snail Mail Tour Dates:

April 10 — Turner Hall — Milwaukee, WI *

April 11 — The Riviera Theatre — Chicago, IL *^

April 12 — Majestic Theatre — Detroit, MI *^

April 13 — The Concert Hall — Toronto, ON *^

April 15 — Brooklyn Paramount — Brooklyn, NY *~

April 16 — The Fillmore — Philadelphia, PA *+

April 17 — Big Night Live — Boston, MA *+

April 18 — Union Collective Parking Lot — Baltimore, MD *+

April 20 — Haw River Ballroom — Saxapahaw, NC *

April 21 — The Orange Peel — Asheville, NC *

April 22 — Variety Playhouse — Atlanta, GA *

April 24 — White Oak Music Hall (Downstairs) — Houston, TX *

April 25 — Granada Theater — Dallas, TX *

April 26 — Stubb’s — Austin, TX *

April 28 — The Tower Theatre — Oklahoma City, OK *

April 30 — The Van Buren — Phoenix, AZ *&

May 1 — The Wiltern — Los Angeles, CA *%

May 2 — Observatory North Park — San Diego, CA *&

May 4 — The Warfield — San Francisco, CA *% 

May 5 — Ace of Spades — Sacramento, CA *&

May 7 — Crystal Ballroom — Portland, OR *&

May 8 — Moore Theatre — Seattle, WA *&

May 9 — Vogue Theatre — Vancouver, BC *&

May 11 — Treefort Music Hall — Boise, ID *&

May 13 — Ogden Theatre — Denver, CO *&

May 15 — Kilby Block Party — Salt Lake City, UT

May 16 — Metro Music Hall (Kilby Block Party After Show) — Salt Lake City, UT

June 18 — Paradiso — Amsterdam, NL

June 19 — Heartland Festival — Copenhagen, DK

June 20 — Columbia Theater — Berlin, DE

June 21 — Trix — Antwerp, BE

June 23 — Trabendo — Paris, FR

June 25 & 26 — Electric Ballroom — London, UK

June 28 — Outbreak Festival — Manchester, UK

July 24 — Fuji Rock Festival — Niigata, JP

w/support: 

* Sharp Pins

^ Avalon Emerson and The Charm

~ @

+ Swirlies

& Armlock

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TELESCREENS PLAYING SMITHS OLDE BAR IN ATLANTA ON APRIL 9TH

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/27/26

New York City band Telescreens are gearing up to release new music this year and will also embark on a North American tour which will be making a stop in Atlanta, GA where they will play Smiths Olde Bar on 4/9.

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Since forming in Manhattan and Brooklyn, Telescreens has developed a sound that bridges decades – a meeting of old-school rock attitude and forward-looking production. Their debut album The Return (2020) introduced a cinematic, story-driven vision; Stare Wide (2023) added heaviness and immediacy. “Nothing” now points toward what’s next: a band pushing their creative limits while staying true to the pulse of rock and roll.

Known for their gritty, high-voltage live performances, Telescreens turn every stage into a full-body experience. Their shows are packed with sweat, movement, and the kind of unrestrained dancing that collapses the barrier between band and audience. Rooted in the ethos of New York City’s storied rock scene while fearlessly pushing it forward, the band has headlined NYC’s Webster Hall and Bowery Ballroom and played the main stage at Governors Ball 2024. Fans can expect that same chaotic, immersive energy as the band hit the road this spring for a North American tour as the support for Quarters followed by a run supporting Sir Chloe.

Tour:

3/27 – Neumos – Seattle, WA *
3/28 – Mission Theater – Portland, OR *
3/30 – The Independent – San Francisco, CA *
4/01 – Quartyard – San Diego, CA *
4/02 – The Regent – Los Angeles, CA *
4/03 – Crescent Ballroom – Phoenix, AZ *
4/05 – Scoot Inn – Austin, TX *
4/06 – Deep Ellum Art Co. – Dallas, TX *
4/07 – House of Blues (Bronze Peacock) – Houston, TX *

4/9 – Smiths Olde Bar – Atlanta, GA (Headline)

4/10 – The Pinhook – Durham, NC (Headline)
4/17 – Lincoln Theatre – Washington, DC ^
4/19 – Anabel’s – Toronto, ON ^
4/21 – Le Studio TD – Montreal, QC ^

* Support for Quarters

 ^ Support for Sir Chloe

KING TUFF ON TOUR PLAYING ATLANTA AT THE EARL – APRIL 22ND

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/27/26

Photo: Wyndham Garnett

King Tuff, the moniker of Burlington, Vermont artist  Kyle Thomas, recently announced his sixth full-length album, MOO, out March 27 via his new label MUP Records via Thirty Tigers. To celebrate the album’s release, King Tuff will embark on a headline tour, stopping at The EARL in Atlanta, GA on 4/22.

Following the release of 2023’s Smalltown Stardust, King Tuff found himself a bit lost. He had felt lost since 2016. Both Smalltown Stardust and 2018’s The Other had been departures from his sound, and while they were both new sonic places that he needed to explore, neither album felt all that fun to perform live. Every show he would just be looking forward to playing his older, wilder material. So when he decided to make a new record, it only seemed right to go back to what has always brought him the most joy, Rock & Roll music.

A few months before starting MOO, Thomas fell in love. So, MOO is mostly love songs, with the exception of a song about rodents and a song about getting an oil change. But those are actually love songs too. MOO is a full circle moment. A return to form. A return to rock. A return to Vermont. A return to himself. Reconnecting the dots. Restarting the engine. Plugging in the stack. Finally letting King Tuff be King. F*cking. Tuff.

King Tuff will be playing a record release show at Rough Trade in Brooklyn, NY this Friday, March 27 and the tour in support of MOO kicks off April 15th in Troy, NY. Tickets are available now via kingtuffworld.net

Tour Dates:

April 15 – Troy, NY @ No Fun

April 16 – Brooklyn, NY @ Music Hall of Williamsburg *

April 17 – Kingston, NY @ Tubby’s *

April 18 – Philadelphia, PA @ Kung Fu Necktie *

April 19 – Washington, DC @ Songbyrd Music House *

April 21 – Raleigh, NC @ Kings *

April 22 – Atlanta, GA @ The EARL *

April 24 – New Orleans, LA @ Gasa Gasa *

April 25 – Houston, TX @ Moon Tower Inn *

April 26 – Austin, TX @  29th Street Ballroom *

April 29 – San Diego, CA @ Casbah *

April 30 – Los Angeles, CA @ Sid The Cat Auditorium *

May 1 – Ojai, CA @ Ojai Women’s Center *

May 2 – San Francisco, CA @ The Chapel #

May 4 – Seattle, WA @ Barboza #

May 5 – Portland, OR @ Mississippi Studios #

May 7 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge #

May 9 – Denver, CO @ Globe Hall #

May 11 – Sioux Falls, SD @ Total Drag

May 12 – St. Paul, MN @ Turf Club

May 13 – Chicago, IL @ Lincoln Hall ^

May 15 – Grand Rapids, MI @ Pyramid Scheme ^

May 16 – Toronto ON @ Sound Garage ^

May 17 – Montreal, QC @ Bar Le Ritz PDB ^

May 19 – Burlington, VT @ Higher Ground ^

May 20 – Portland, ME @ SPACE ^

May 21 – Hamden, CT – Space Ballroom ^

May 22- Boston, MA @ Middle East Upstairs ^

May 23 – Brattleboro, VT @ Stone Church ^

With support from

* Morgan Nagler

# Gabriel Bernini

^ Mod Lang