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INSOMNIAC AND VIBEE ANNOUNCE HOTEL EDC’S FIRST EAST COAST EDITION WITH EDC ORLANDO DEBUT AT MARGARITAVILLE RESORT 

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

Hotel EDC and EDC Orlando will take place on November 6-9, 2026

Hotel EDC packages will go on sale at 12pm ET/9am PT on April 1 via http://hoteledcorlando.com/

EDC Orlando festival passes will go back on sale at 12pm ET/9am PT on April 2 via https://orlando.electricdaisycarnival.com/

Building upon the consecutive success of its flagship luxury hospitality pop-up in Las Vegas, global dance music experience curator Insomniac and music-led destination experience company Vibee have just unveiled the debut of Hotel EDC Orlando for the 2026 edition of Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Orlando. Marking the first-ever East Coast location, Hotel EDC will take over Margaritaville Resort Orlando during the festival dates from November 6-9, 2026. The inaugural Hotel EDC promises a multisensory weekend of custom events that will redefine the headliner experience. For information on packages and pricing, visit hoteledcorlando.com.

Hotel EDC packages include a 3-night stay at Margaritaville Resort Orlando with options to bundle EDC Orlando festival passes. Set within the island-inspired, escapist setting of Margaritaville Resort Orlando, the property will be completely reimagined through the visionary lens of EDC, transporting guests to a new dimension and deepening their weekend experience. 

Hotel EDC will be the exclusive and only official Headliner hotel for EDC Orlando with luxurious EDC-themed guest rooms, spacious suites, and private villas and cottages, designed to elevate every guest’s stay.

The packages will include access to EDC pool parties, after-hours events, wellness programming, exclusive merchandise, on-property beauty bar, and interactive on-site activations. Headliners will also enjoy daily food and beverage credits, premium on-site dining options, 24/7 Vibee guest concierge, and curated resort activities throughout the weekend. 

ACCOMMODATIONS:

  • 3 night stay at Margaritaville Resort Orlando with option to add additional nights
  • EDC-ified decor in every room
  • Headliner party pack with exclusive merch
  • Dedicated Vibee Concierge on site all weekend
  • Free Self-Parking, 24/7 gym access, 20% off spa

EXPERIENCES:

  • Exclusive access to Insomniac-themed daytime and after parties at the Hotel EDC Pool
  • Eye-catching Hotel EDC photo-ops, performers, surprise events + more
  • Daily wellness activities, including meditation and yoga
  • Headliner HQ with daily activities and more
  • Complimentary glam station to get you rave-ready
  • And much more!

FOOD & BEVERAGE:

  • Daily food and beverage credits to use at select dining locations on property throughout the resort
  • World-class dining onsite, including Euphoria, Tapas by Euphoria, and Promenade at Sunset Walk.

EDC Orlando will return to its longtime home at Tinker Field to celebrate its 15th edition from November 6-9, 2026. The 2025 edition featured standout performances from artists such as Armin van Buuren, Adam Beyer b2b Layton Giordani, Chris Lake, VOYD, Excision, Zedd, DJ Snake, Dom Dolla, Subtronics, Charlotte de Witte, Knock2, and many more.

Earlier this year, Hotel EDC made its first-ever expansion, heading overseas to EDC Thailand, offering guests a luxurious four-night stay experience at the five-star Angsana Laguna Phuket. Located on the beachfront, the experience included access to the resort’s beaches, on-site dining, water activities, and wellness programming. Hotel EDC Thailand returns December 17-21, 2026 with packages available for purchase at thailand.electricdaisycarnival.com/hotel-edc. 

Together, Insomniac and Vibee are redefining the Headliner journey with seamless, elevated, and fully immersive Hotel EDC experiences in Las Vegas, Thailand, and now Orlando.

Hotel EDC Orlando Packages go on sale at 12pm ET / 9am PT on April 1. For more information and early access, please visit hoteledcorlando.com.

EDC Orlando festival passes will go back on sale the following day at 12pm ET / 9am ET on April 2 at https://orlando.electricdaisycarnival.com/

Stay connected with EDC Orlando for forthcoming announcements and information via Website, Instagram, Facebook, X, and TikTok.

SPRING IN BLOOM POP-UP AT ST. JULEP ROOFTOP

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

From Wednesday, April 1 through Tuesday, June 30, St. Julep, the indoor-outdoor rooftop lounge at Buckhead’s Kimpton Sylvan hotel, will transform into Spring in Bloom, an immersive pop-up celebrating the beauty, color and energy of the season. 

With views nine stories above East Paces Ferry Road, guests will be able to step into a garden oasis complete with floral installations, décor and fresh seasonal flavors – a setting for golden hour, date night, group gatherings and more. The pop-up will also feature dedicated photo moments for getting into the spring spirit. 

A menu of seasonal craft cocktails will be available, featuring refreshing, floral-inspired flavors and thoughtful presentation, including:

  • Pink Thaw with Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Giffard Crème de Fraise des Bois, Giffard Crème de Framboise & lime
  • Garden Blitz with Hendrick’s Gin, Giffard Crème de Pêche de Vigne, passionfruit & lemon
  • A Smoke in the Garden with Rosaluna Mezcal, Whispering Angel Rosé, lime & simple syrup
  • Lavender Margarita with Lalo Blanco Tequila, Cointreau, lime & lavender syrup
  • Midnight Rain with Siete Leguas Blanco Tequila, Sour AF Lime, Regan’s Orange Bitters, Club Soda & Blue Spirulina
  • Rooftop Ranch Water with Ocho Blanco Tequila, lime, El Guapo Fuego Bitters & Fever Tree Sparkling Cucumber
  • Thistle & Tropic with Bacardi Ocho Rum, Giffard Caribbean Pineapple & Amaro Nonino
  • Greenhouse Fire with Espolon Blanco, Ancho Reyes Verde, agave, lime & El Guapo Fuego Bitters 

Alongside the limited edition drinks and full menu, the bar will offer a few special bites for grazing, including:

  • Spanish Chicken Croquettes with garlic aioli
  • Tuna Empanada with salsa verde
  • Vegetable Spring Rolls with sweet Thai chili sauce

PONCE CITY MARKET TO HOST EARTH DAY CELEBRATION WITH GEORGIA FORESTRY FOUNDATION & FRIENDS ON SATURDAY, APRIL 25

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

Located on The Trestle, Celebration will Feature Engaging Activities & Demonstrations, Smokey Bear, a Youth Scavenger Hunt & More

Ponce City Market announces its annual Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 25 with Georgia Forestry Foundation and friends. Free and open to the public, the event will be from 10am to 3pm at The Trestle, the breezeway connecting Ponce City Market to the Atlanta Beltline.

Hosted by the Georgia Forestry Foundation, and sponsored by Georgia Power, this event will feature a diverse group of leading forestry and environmentally-focused non-profits, including Georgia Grown, Georgia Forestry Commission, Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Georgia Conservancy, Chattahoochee Nature Center, Trust for Public Land, Birds Georgia, and Fernbank Science Museum. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore engaging activities and demonstrations, check out a youth scavenger hunt, meet Smokey Bear, and more.

Walking and biking to the Earth Day Celebration is encouraged. For those arriving by car, parking is suggested on Level 3 of Ponce City Market’s Main Parking Deck, accessible via the ramp adjacent to Pancake Social.

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

% Rocket

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

MIMMS MUSEUM OF TECHNOLOGY AND ART DEBUTS LANDMARK APPLE EXHIBIT APRIL 1, MARKING 50 YEARS OF INNOVATION

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

Largest Public Display of Apple Artifacts to Open in Roswell, GA

Following Exclusive Preview with Early Apple Employees

Largest Public Display of Apple Artifacts to Open in Roswell, GA

Following Exclusive Preview with Early Apple Employees

 In celebration of Apple’s 50th anniversary, Mimms Museum of Technology and Art (Mimms Museum) will debut iNSPIRE: 50 Years of Innovation from Apple on Wednesday, April 1. This first-of-its-kind exhibition will showcase more than 2,000 artifacts across 20,000 square feet, making it the largest public display of Apple products in the world.

Ahead of the public opening, the museum hosted an exclusive preview weekend featuring five of Apple’s earliest employees, offering an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the origins of one of the most influential companies in modern history.

The preview included a Legacy Dinner, where early Apple employees, Chris Espinosa, Daniel Kottke, George Crow, Randy Wigginton and Taylor Pohlman, joined museum leadership for an intimate first look at the exhibition. Guests revisited the early days of Apple, sharing personal stories while viewing original artifacts such as handwritten manuals, Apple II computers and rare prototypes. The evening concluded with a panel discussion exploring their experiences and the foundation of Apple’s innovations.

“Apple has fundamentally shaped how we experience technology in our daily lives,” says Lonnie Mimms, founder and CEO of Mimms Museum. “Sharing this exhibition with some of the original minds behind these innovations, and seeing their reactions to the artifacts on display, was an incredibly meaningful way to introduce this new permanent exhibition.”

On Saturday, March 21, Mimms Museum also hosted its annual fundraiser, BYTE26, welcoming a sold-out crowd for an exclusive preview of the exhibit ahead of its official opening. The event and contributions for iNSPIRE together raised more than $250,000 to support the new exhibition and the museum’s educational programming.

Opening April 1, iNSPIRE: 50 Years of Innovation from Apple will offer visitors a unique look into one of the most influential brands in modern history, highlighting early computers, rare prototypes, original documentation and immersive installations inspired by Apple’s most iconic products and campaigns, creating a multigenerational experience that explores the evolution of technology and its impact on society.

“Our hope is this exhibit will inspire future innovators to think creatively, pursue their passions and imagine what’s possible,” said Rena Youngblood, executive director of Mimms Museum.

To learn more about the Mimms Museum, visit MimmsMuseum.org. For museum updates and events, follow the museum on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn .

BITE MORE EXPANDS IN METRO ATLANTA WITH GRAND OPENING OF NEW DULUTH LOCATION ON FRIDAY, APRIL 3

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

Halal American Italian Concept Brings Bold Flavors, Free Burgers + Live Entertainment To Gwinnett County
 

Bite More, a fast-growing, modern fast-casual concept redefining halal dining, will officially celebrate the Grand Opening of its Duluth location on Friday, April 3, with a ribbon cutting, live DJ, and exclusive food freebies for the community.
 
Located at 2148 Duluth Highway, Suite 117, Duluth, GA 30097, the new restaurant will host a ribbon cutting ceremony at 5:30 p.m. featuring remarks from Founder & CEO Prince Patel and local officials. Doors will officially open for the Grand Opening celebration at 6 p.m., with festivities continuing through 10 p.m.
 
To mark the occasion, the first 50 guests in line at 6 p.m. will receive a free Oklahoma Onion Smash Burger, one of the brand’s best-selling menu items. Additional guests will receive a coupon for a complimentary Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich with purchase, redeemable later. The celebration will also include a live DJ and surprise moments throughout the evening. The Grand Opening weekend continues on Saturday and Sunday, with guests receiving the same Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich offer with purchase.
 
Bite More is quickly gaining attention for its bold, scratch-made American Italian menu, featuring everything from stacked smash burgers and indulgent pastas to wings, tenders, and specialty lemonades. Standout menu items include the Cajun Alfredo Pasta, Oklahoma Onion Smash Burger, Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich, and Mac Attack selections. The concept is also distinguished as one of the first halal American Italian restaurant concepts in the market, offering a unique, inclusive dining experience.
 
“Opening in Duluth is a huge milestone for us,” said Prince Patel, Founder & CEO of Bite More. “Gwinnett County has an incredible food culture and a community that truly embraces new flavors. We built Bite More around the idea of ‘Eat. Explore. Evolve.’ and we’re excited to bring that experience to this area in a big way.”
 
Patel, who immigrated to North America in 2016 and has half a decade of experience in the restaurant industry, previously founded and scaled a successful pizza chain, followed by a Mexican franchise concept before selling that business and launching Bite More. His vision is to grow Bite More into a multinational brand, with a focus on innovation, collaboration and consistently evolving menus.
 
The Duluth location marks the brand’s continued expansion in metro Atlanta, following its initial debut in Buckhead in 2024. Bite More plans to expand its metro Atlanta footprint and franchise throughout the Southeast as well as continuing to introduce monthly menu updates, keeping offerings fresh and aligned with customer demand. Bite More Duluth will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., with plans to expand into late-night hours in the future. The restaurant is currently hiring; interested applicants can apply online. Franchising opportunities are also available; visit www.bitemore.us/franchise to learn more. For more information, visit www.bitemore.us or follow along on Instagram at @bitemoreatl.

JAMES BEARD AWARD-WINNING CHEF AND AUTHOR VIRGINIA WILLIS JOINS 3RD ANNUAL CAPE FEAR WINE & FOOD EXPERIENCE – NC

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/25/26

Benefiting GLOW Academy and Spark Academy

The 3rd Annual Cape Fear Wine & Food Experience returns April 15–18, 2026,

featuring special guest, acclaimed James Beard Award-winning chef and cookbook author Virginia Willis. The multi-day epicurean celebration serves as a key annual fundraiser for Beacon Education, supporting the Girls Leadership Academy of Wilmington (GLOW Academy) and Spark Academy.

Chef Willis, a classically trained French chef and Georgia native based in Atlanta, is known nationally for her expertise in Southern cuisine. She is an author of multiple cookbooks, including the James Beard Award Winning Lighten Up, Y’all, and has appeared on national television programs including, Food Network, Martha Stewart Living, and CBS This Morning. Her work celebrates the intersection of refined technique and Southern culinary traditions, earning her recognition as one of the South’s most respected culinary voices.

The Cape Fear Wine & Food Experience kicks off on Wednesday, April 15, with intimate community dinners hosted at local residences and select Wilmington restaurants. Willis will headline a multi-course Celebrity Chef Dinner on Friday, April 17, showcasing her signature modern Southern cuisine. The weekend culminates on Saturday, April 18, with the Grand Tasting and Grand Auction at GLOW Academy, where standout local restaurants and renowned wineries from around the world will offer curated tasting experiences for guests and Chef Willis will be autographing her cookbooks and providing samples of her Southern culinary creations.

The Cape Fear Wine & Food Experience is Beacon Education’s signature, multi-day epicurean fundraiser

benefiting GLOW Academy and Spark Academy. Now in its third year, the event brings together renowned

chefs, celebrated winemakers, and community supporters to celebrate the power of education. Sponsorship opportunities and individual tickets for Community Dinners and the Grand Tasting and Grand Auction are available. Event details and ticket information can be found at https://capefearwineandfood.com

EXPERIENCE A SPECIAL LEGO HUMMINGBIRD BUILD EVENT AT THE AVENUE WEST COBB’S BARNES & NOBLE LOCATION

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/22/26

Throughout the event, guests will have the chance to build their own LEGO Hummingbird to take home, making it a perfect activity for young builders and LEGO enthusiasts alike. Spots are limited, so interested attendees are encouraged to call Barnes & Noble at 770-424-0511 to reserve their spot ahead of the event.

WHEN:

Friday, March 27, 2026

6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

WHERE:

The Avenue West Cobb  — Barnes & Noble

3625 Dallas Hwy 

Marietta, GA 30064