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WESTSIDE MOTOR LOUNGE ANNOUNCES THE ADDITION OF ECHO ROOM- ALL VINYL LISTENING LOUNGE, TO ITS COMPLEX

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 12/3/24

Curated By DJ Kemit, Kai Alce, Salah Ananse, and Mike Zarin

Featured Evenings Include Come Together, Kickin’ Up Dust, and More

A pop and crackle resonated from speakers at the bottom of the hill on Westside Motor Lounge’s complex and across Atlanta as Echo Room came to life after months of preparation. Meticulously curated by four legendary Atlanta DJs, Kai Alce, DJ Kemit, Salah Ananse, and Mike Zarin, and Westside Motor Lounge’s own Kelly Campbell, Echo Room is an homage to the listening bars of post-World War II Japan and increasing in popularity in NYC, Chicago, San Francisco, and now Atlanta.

Stylized in 1970s chic and with a comfort reminiscent of a well-worn recording studio basement, Echo Room provides an inner groove that sonically transports listeners to that point in time where each note meant something to the artist as they were recording it. Designed with music enthusiasts in mind, sounds of House, Soul, Classic Rock, Jazz, Bossanova, Latin, Pop, Hip Hop, and more spill out of the 1750 sq ft space each Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 6p to 12a as guests bask in the warmth of vintage sound systems while sipping on expertly crafted cocktails. The Echo Room’s sound system, designed by Salah Ananse, features vintage studio equipment sourced from Hi-Fi aficionados throughout North Georgia.

In addition to signature nights fueled by Kemit, Alce, Ananse, and Zarin, Echo Room will regularly host talent from across the country, putting their spin on this unique hi-fi, analog concept. For more information on Echo Room, including scheduling and private events, visit www.echoroomatl.com. Stay connected on Instagram @EchoRoomATL.

Within walking distance to Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Westside Motor Lounge spans nearly 3 acres and features a full-service restaurant, two bars, a private event space, and a spacious outdoor courtyard. A local favorite, the courtyard boasts a stage for bands and DJs, a beer garden, shuffleboard courts, fire pits, ample seating, and a vintage Airstream travel bar and food trailer. Westside Motor Lounge is located at the corner of Northside Drive and Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway at 725 Echo Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30318. For more information, visit www.westsidemotorlounge.com and stay connected on Instagram @Westside_Motor_Lounge.

IT’S THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME FOR A BEER! WESTSIDE MOTOR LOUNGE PRESENTS WESTSIDE SLEIGH RIDE, NOVEMBER 30 – DECEMBER 31

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 10/11/24

The Immersive Holiday Pop-Up Experience Returns, Featuring Special DJ Performances, Live Music, Disco Santa, Dancing Elves, Grinch Dance-Off, Holiday Cocktails and More

Westside Motor Lounge’s West Bar Available for Private Parties


The holiday season just got a whole lot merrier as Westside Motor Lounge returns with its immersive holiday pop-up experience—Westside Sleigh Ride. Beginning Saturday, November 30th, and running through December 31st, this festive extravaganza is the ultimate destination for holiday fun in Atlanta. With cozy fire pits, seasonal cocktails, pop-up food vendors, and an entertainment lineup filled with DJs and live performances, Westside Sleigh Ride is the perfect destination for holiday cheer, whether celebrating with family or escaping them. This year’s festivities include everything from live DJ sets and music to special appearances by Disco Santa, dancing elves, and even a Grinch Dance-Off for those looking to stir up a little holiday mischief. 


Westside Motor Lounge’s West Bar is also available for private party bookings throughout the holiday season. The space accommodates 30 to 60 guests, offering a dedicated bartender, tunes, and TVs, with both indoor and outdoor seating. For booking details, email events@westsidemotorlounge.com. Larger parties can be accommodated upon request.


These not-so-silent nights, and every night of Westside Sleigh Ride, will be happening Wednesdays through Sundays, from 5 pm until midnight on weekdays and 12 pm until midnight on weekends, beginning November 30, 2024. Westside Motor Lounge is located at 725 Echo St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318. For more information, visit www.westsidemotorlounge.com or call 678-388-9536. Stay connected on Instagram at www.instagram.com/westside_motor_lounge and Facebook at  www.facebook.com/westsidemotorlounge

COUNTDOWN TO THE AFLAC KICKOFF GAME AT FOLLYWOOD FAN FEST AT WESTSIDE MOTOR LOUNGE IN ATLANTA, GA 

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 7/29/24

High-Energy, Music-Fueled Event Featuring Food, Drinks, Special Guests, and Live Performances by Jupiter Coyote, Dazr, and The Pink Stones

Friday, August 30, 2024; Tickets On Sale Now for All Ages

Calling all UGA and Clemson fans! Follywood Fan Fest is coming to Westside Motor Lounge in Atlanta, GA, on Friday, August 30, 2024, from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. Kicking off pre-game activities during college football’s opening weekend, sports enthusiasts from near and far are invited to a high-energy event featuring food, drinks, live music, special guests, and performances.

Open to all ages, party-goers are invited to sip, eat, and celebrate college football’s official return while listening to live sets from Athens-based The Pink Stones, Clemson’s DAZR, and an unforgettable headline performance from Jupiter Coyote. Guests can expect surprise appearances by Clemson and UGA celebrities, special guests, art and apparel vendors, kids’ activities, and more. A family-friendly event, tickets to Fan Fest: Clemson vs. UGA are $25 per person and available at www.westsidemotorlounge.com and www.bigtickets.com/events/west-side-motor-lounge/fanfest. The event is free for kids ages 10 and under. 

Within walking distance to Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Westside Motor Lounge spans nearly three acres and features a full-service restaurant, two bars, a private event space, and a spacious outdoor courtyard. A local favorite, the courtyard boasts a stage for bands and DJs, a beer garden, shuffleboard courts, fire pits, ample seating, and a vintage Airstream travel bar and food trailer. Westside Motor Lounge is located at the corner of Northside Drive and Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway at 725 Echo Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30318. For more information, visit www.westsidemotorlounge.com and stay connected on Instagram @Westside_Motor_Lounge. Fan Fest is a Follywood Productions event. Follow them on Instagram at @follywoodfanfest

WESTSIDE MOTOR LOUNGE IS CELEBRATING INTERNATIONAL TENNESSEE WHISKEY DAY NASHVEGAS STYLE

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/16/24

A Cocktail Shakin’, Chicken Fried, Rhinestone Rockin’, Honky Tonk Whiskey Jamboree

Tuesday, May 21st, 2024 from 6-9pm 

Saddle up your horse and ride into the city for Westside Motor Lounge’s rhinestone rockin’ honky tonk jamboree in honor of National Tennessee Whiskey Day on Tuesday, May 21st. Kicking off at 4 pm, Atlanta cowboys and cowgirls alike are invited to revel in the holiday spirit with whiskey cocktails crafted by five of Atlanta’s finest bartenders, competing live for a chance to win an exclusive trip to the Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery in Nashville. But the fun doesn’t end there— dive into mouthwatering fried chicken from Mothers Best Fried Chicken, groove to classic honky-tonk tunes spun by DJ Bottom Shelf, get inked with Nashville-inspired flash tattoos by artist Benzy and strike a pose at the live art spray-can photo backdrop courtesy of WIP Studios. Hosted by Nelson’s Green Brier Tennessee Whiskey in partnership with Westside Motor Lounge and Mother’s Best Fried Chicken, tickets to the event are $25 each and available for purchase at https://www.bigtickets.com/e/west-side-motor-lounge/NashVegas/. Westside Motor Lounge is located on the corner of Northside Drive and Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway at 725 Echo Street NW Atlanta, GA 30318. Stay connected on Instagram @Westside_Motor_Lounge

MYSTIC DISTRICT MARKETPLACE ANNOUNCES THE DARK FOREST EDITION – A SPECTACLE OF MUSIC, ART, AND MAGIC!

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/10/24

Westside Motor Lounge

April 20 6pm – 12 am

In its fourth year, Mystic District Marketplace commemorates a legacy of live performances, interactive art, eclectic vendors, and vibrant feminist energy.

Embark on an enchanted journey during this year’s Mystic District Marketplace: The Dark Forest Edition. Hosted at Westside Motor Lounge on April 20th, from 6 pm to 12 am, Mystic District Marketplace invites attendees to lose themselves in a world of wonder and whimsy.


Experience an eclectic lineup of live performances by Chelsea Shag, Dara Carter, Naoma, and Coruja. Prepare to be dazzled by a one-hour drag and burlesque show hosted by the fabulous Royal Tee, DJ set by Geexella, and stunning circus performances by Bailey Entertainment.

“We’ve meticulously curated this event over the past four years to showcase a diverse array oftalented local Atlanta artists, spanning performance, visual, and DIY art. At Mystic District Marketplace, we’ve created a welcoming haven, inviting feminist, queer, and witchy art enthusiasts to revel in self-celebration within a soft and inclusive environment. Partnering with Westside Motor Lounge is a thrilling opportunity to elevate their already exceptional venue into a realm of enchantment and magic.” – Liz Peña, Producer of Mystic District Marketplace.


Mystic District Marketplace offers more than just entertainment – it’s a haven for exploration and discovery. Attendees will be met with diverse offerings from 40 hand-selected curio vendors showcasing metaphysical treasures, taxidermy, vintage clothing and beyond. Immerse yourself in healing and spiritual experiences including chakra healing, tarot readings, and massage. Plus, get pampered by Wayward Parlor, offering hair tinsel and funky braids.

Get lost in interactive art installations created by CFCM Design, Darla Schumacher, and Ramouz; engage with enchanting characters curated by Victoria Rose; and participate in creative workshops where you can construct your own mushroom fairy garden with Growin Womxn or delve into the art of collaging with Chrysta Avers of The Bakery Atlanta.


Take away actionable tips from live panels discussing environmental justice and the empowerment of mystical women in business, featuring esteemed guests such as Atlanta City Council Member Liliana Bakhtiari, Reverend Keyanna Jones, Unearthing Farm & Market, Meagan Andrews, Audacity Magazine & Events, Arcana Tarot, Living Alchemy, and Luna
Mindful Infusions.

The first 50 attendees will receive a custom-designed Mystic District shirt by Easy Did It, while all guests have the chance to win over $2000 in raffle prizes benefiting Sol Underground. Dark forest themed cosplay is encouraged and delicious food and drinks will be provided by Westside Motor Lounge.

WESTSIDE MOTOR LOUNGE AND CRAWFISH FOR A CAUSE PRESENT MENTAL AWAKENING 2024

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/3/24

Two-Day Festival Featuring Live Music, Art, Food, Beer, Seltzers and Crawfish in Support of Mental Health and Suicide Awareness 

Friday, April 5 and Saturday, April 6, 2024; Tickets on Sale Now 

Westside Motor Lounge has joined forces with Crawfish For A Cause for Mental Awakening 2024, the fourth installment of the popular charity fundraising festival supporting mental health awareness and suicide prevention efforts. This year’s event is slated for Friday, April 5 and Saturday, April 6, 2024, and promises festival goers two high-energy days filled with live music, plenty of crawfish, delicious eats, cold drinks, art and more. Single-day and two-day tickets are on sale now at www.westsidemotorlounge.com

Beginning at 5 p.m. on Friday and 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, this year’s festival features an impressive lineup of live music performances on the Summit Stage, Westside Stage and in the Vibe Lounge. From the soulful melodies of Eggy to the genre-bending sounds of Underground Springhouse, the eclectic range of musical styles promises to keep the crowd moving all day and night. Other standout artists include Sam Holt Band, Airshow, Frute, Spaghetti Western, Blue Talk, Tom Galloway and Joe May’s Month of Mondays and DJ Airwolf. In addition to the stellar music lineup, Mental Awakening 2024l will have installations showcasing local talent and an array of vendors including Drifter Merch, Honerycreek Pottery, Zinnialou Jewelry, Reba’s Dancing Dye, Wild Earth Mama, and Rising Tide Art Studio. 

Mental Awakening 2024 benefits Crawfish For A Cause, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to raising funds and promoting mental health and suicide awareness in the greater Atlanta community. For more information, the full performer schedule, and to purchase tickets or make a donation, visit www.westsidemotorlounge.com. Westside Motor Lounge is located on the corner of Northside Drive and Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway at 725 Echo Street NW Atlanta, GA 30318. Stay connected on Instagram @Westside_Motor_Lounge

MUSIC:  Friday: 

6:00 p.m.— Joe May’s Month of Mondays

7:15 p.m.— Spaghetti Western

9:00 p.m.— Underground Springhouse 

Saturday: 

12:00 p.m.— Tom Galloway

1:00 p.m. — Blue Talk

2:00 p.m. — Frute

3:15 p.m.— Airshow

5:00 p.m.— Sam Holt Band and Friends

6:30 p.m. — Mountain Grass Unit 

8:00 p.m.— Eggy 

10:15 p.m.— DJ Airwolf 

WESTSIDE MOTOR LOUNGE IS NOW ATL, YULE!, NOVEMBER 25 – DECEMBER 31

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/20/23

Atlanta’s Only Indoor / Outdoor Immersive Holiday Pop-Up Experience Will Feature Special DJ Performances, Holiday Cocktail Menu, Disco Santa, Karaoke, Silent Discos, Holiday Market, Fire Pits and S’mores, Car Show, and More

Westside Motor Lounge’s West Bar Available for Private Parties


 Get ready to put some head nod in your egg nog as the Westside Motor Lounge, ATL’s newest indoor/outdoor food, beverage, and entertainment experience, transforms into a winter wonderland with its immersive holiday pop-up experience- ATL, Yule! Starting Thanksgiving weekend, November 25th through New Year’s Eve, Saturday, December 31st, guests will feel like they’ve entered the North Pole South with plentiful fire pits with blankets and hand warmers to gather around, a holiday cocktail menu featuring drinks such as Frostines Dream, Grandma’s Christmas Clutch, Gumdrop Buttons, the Clausmopolitan, Big Nick Energy, and Squashed Elf, special DJ performances, holiday-themed karaoke, silent discos, a holiday market series featuring everything from plants to vinyl (umm…drink and take care of your shopping list- YES, PLEASE), pictures with Disco Santa, a car show, and more.  

“Enough of the cookies and milk nonsense. This is a time to throw down around the fire pit and get weird,” says Kris Kringle, Head of Sugar Plum Fairy Union 1225. “I could not be happier with the job my elves have been doing over the last several months and will be making a stop for pictures and a cocktail or two.”

The holidays can be stressful as it is, so ATL, Yule! has taken the liberty of planning some Holiday Hijinx for you to enjoy with the family or to escape from them. Featured events will include:

-Kick the week off with some pitch-perfect Holiday Karaoke each Wednesday in partnership with Ilegal Mezcal.

-Shake your holiday booty on ATL, Yule’s DJ Thursdays featuring some of Atlanta’s best plate spinners inside the main bar and out on the expansive courtyard.

-Sunday Funday with Bacardi, cranking the silent disco, mixing up hot toddies, DJs, and more.

-12/02: SEC Championship Brunch + Tailgate. When you’re located down the street from Mercedes-Benz Stadium, you kick it up a notch with live music, DJs, a brass band, and a second line to the stadium—presented by Creature Comforts, the official beer of UGA Athletics

-12/09: Wahine’s Hideaway is throwing a Holiday Luau during the day, pairing up disco with some special tasty treats.

-12/09: Captains of Revelry will bring their high energy experience to help kick things up a notch.

-12/16: Reindeer, Rims, and Rides- an ATL, Yule! car show benefiting Toys for Tots. Bring a toy and pose for a picture next to a vehicle that will not be in your driveway with a big bow on Christmas morning.

-12/30:  Shakedown Street Rock N Roll Vendor Market. Pop in for some kickin’ wares before the Widespread Panic NYE concert run.

“There will not be a place in town like this, and we are excited to showcase the uniqueness of Westside Motor Lounge throughout the holidays and long into the new year,” says Kelly Campbell, Head Elf and co-owner of Westside Motor Lounge. “From the stage in our expansive outdoor courtyard to the eclectic indoor settings and beer garden, our guests are in for a treat.”

Westside Motor Lounge’s West bar is available for private party bookings. The space, which can accommodate parties of 30 to 60, provides an exclusive feel while still being a part of the overall festivities. Carrying a funky cocktail bar vibe comes with a dedicated bartender, tunes, and TVs, with both indoor and outdoor space. Parties interested in booking this free space (reasonable minimums required) can email events@westsidemotorlounge.com for details. Larger parties can be accommodated upon request.

These not-so-silent nights, and every night of ATL, Yule!, will be happening Wednesday through Sunday, November 25 to December 31, from 5 p.m. to close. More nights will soon be announced on the Westside Motor Lounge site and their Instagram @Westside_Motor_Lounge. Westside Motor Lounge is located 725 Echo St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318.  

CULINARY FESTIVAL, FASHION SHOWCASE, SUPER BOWL PARTY, AND MORE ARE COMING TO ECHO STREET WEST

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 2/2/23

Mixed-use destination rising in Atlanta’s Westside debuts exciting February and March events lineup

A live-fire culinary festival, Mardi Gras celebration, fashion showcase, Super Bowl watch party and more are coming to Echo Street West this February and March. At Westside Motor Lounge, wear your favorite team’s jersey and watch Super Bowl LVII with an epic day party featuring brunch cocktails, special menu items and DJ performances, or enjoy an English Avenue Mardi Gras with po’boy specials, a live brass band and more. Stop by for new weekly events at Westside Motor Lounge, including Dirty South Trivia, Biscuits & Beats and the HOT COFFEE pop-up shop. Visit Guardian Studios to appreciate the work of our talented resident artists, or indulge in all-you-can-eat delicious bites from Atlanta’s top chefs at Heritage Fire at Guardian Works. 

The full February/March events lineup is outlined below:

Dirty South Trivia Night at Westside Motor Lounge

Every Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m.

Calling all trivia enthusiasts! Test your knowledge every Wednesday at Westside Motor Lounge with Dirty South Trivia. Food and drink specials are announced weekly via Instagram and winners receive free shots. For more information visit www.westsidemotorlounge.com/happenings.  

Biscuits & Beats at Westside Motor Lounge

Every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Looking for a way to fight those Sunday scaries? Come groove the day away at Westside Motor Lounge at Echo Street West every Sunday with Biscuits & Beats. Get the morning started with an old school funk and soul soundtrack accompanied by a tasty lineup of specialty brunch cocktails and a featured biscuit menu with WML favorites. The day party vibes continue into the afternoon with music provided by weekly rotating DJs from 2 to 5 p.m. Follow along on Instagram for the announcement of Westside Motor Lounge’s cocktail, biscuit and DJ menu. For more information visit www.westsidemotorlounge.com/happenings

Pop-Up Coffee Shop Residency, Bankhead Coffee Now Open at Westside Motor Lounge 

Every Wednesday – Sunday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Westside Motor Lounge partnered with local small business HOT COFFEE to launch a pop-up coffee shop residency, Bankhead Coffee, in the Idlewild event space. Bankhead Coffee is a full-service coffee bar offering their brand of drip coffee, cold brew, lattes, espresso and more. With plenty of seating and free internet, Bankhead Coffee is serving Westside Motor Lounge clientele as well as the surrounding communities, hosting community engagement events such as Coffee and Conversations, Urban Land Institute Project (REAP) Coffee Meet Up, Cupcakes and Coffee with Kat (founder), Hampton University Alumni Group Mixer, and other Facebook Meet Ups. HOT COFFEE is designated as a Woman, Black and Native American owned small business. For more information visit https://www.lovehotcoffee.com/pages/bankhead-coffee

Big Game, Big Cans Super Bowl Day Party at Westside Motor Lounge

Sunday, Feb. 12 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Join us for an epic Super Bowl LVII Day Party at Westside Motor Lounge at Echo Street West. Start the pre-game festivities off with our weekly lineup of brunch cocktails, biscuits and funky tunes. The day party continues with buckets of 24 oz seltzers and 16oz beers and DJ AlphaTrion from 2 to 6 p.m. Don’t worry… the volume stays on for all your favorite Super Bowl commercials and the big game. WSML will serve a special game day menu including smoked wings, smoked cauliflower bites, pigs in a blanket, cowboy caviar, queso dip, deviled eggs, buffalo chicken dip and more. Entry to the event is free. For more information visit www.westsidemotorlounge.com/happenings.  

An English Avenue Mardi Gras at Westside Motor Lounge

Saturday, Feb. 18 from 4 p.m. to close 

Laissez le bon temps rouler! Let the good times roll! Westside Motor Lounge at Echo Street West is throwing a Mardi Gras day party. Featuring cocktails from the Crescent City, po’boy specials, a brass band and an abundance of funky New Orleans inspired tunes. For more information visit www.westsidemotorlounge.com/happenings.  

Creature Comforts Bigger Dreams Beer Release + WML Industry Night 

Thursday, Feb. 23 from 6 p.m. to close 

Westside Motor Lounge at Echo Street West is teaming up with crowd favorite Creature Comforts for the Atlanta release of the newest member of their beer family “BIGGER DREAMS!!! 6.8% Hazy IPA”. This will also be the first Very Industry People (VIP) Night with off menu drink specials for our industry family. Party kicks off at 6 p.m. with DJ Blaq Mozart aka Smiley and DJ Dillion Mauer will close things out with a set starting at 8 p.m. WML will have specials on the Creature portfolio of beers including Bigger Dreams, Automatic, Tropicalia, Classic City Lager and more… BIGGER DREAMS….It’s all good (it’s all good), And if you don’t know, now you know! For more information visit www.westsidemotorlounge.com/happenings.  

Fashion Night at Guardian Studios

Saturday, Feb. 18  from 4 to 8 p.m.

Come appreciate creative and remarkable fashion from featured Guardian Studios’ artists at Fashion Night. Featured artists include Kacee Friedman, Karen Graffeo, The House of Panda, ComfiArt, Avenue Colors, Emef Griffin, Lyiness, D&J Sew and Sylvia Mollie. Artists will have their studios open and clothes available for purchase with more details to be announced soon. For more information or announcements visit www.echostreetwest.com/guardian-studios/

Opening Reception at Echo Contemporary Art at Guardian Studios

Friday, March 3 from 6 to 10 p.m.

Guests are invited to an opening reception for three exhibitions from Guardian Studios artists. Enjoy drinks and light bites as Buchen/Goodwin, Mitchell Biggio and Marinelly Piñango debut their latest exhibitions. More details to be announced soon. For more information or announcements visit www.echostreetwest.com/guardian-studios/

Heritage Fire at Guardian Works

Sunday, March 26 from 4/4:45 to 7 p.m.

Join us at Guardian Works for a delicious afternoon filled with Atlanta’s finest flavors, top chefs and most memorable brands at this one-of-a-kind, indulgent, all-inclusive tasting experience. Heritage Fire is a nationwide three-hour live-fire event taking place in over 14 cities focused on delivering moments of culinary awakening. Tickets include entertainment, adult beverages and unlimited food. VIP Priority Access ticket holders receive early access to the event. Participating vendors to be announced. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.heritagefiretour.com/atlanta/

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