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Jack Mack & The Heart Attack Live From Centennial Park, Atlanta 1996

Richard Ludmerer Atlanta, blues, indie Blues, jack mack and the heart attack, making a Scene, richard jewell December 13, 2019

Jack Mack & The Heart Attack Live From Centennial Park, Atlanta 1996 SSR Free Roll Records The Eagles had just broken up and Glenn Frey hadn’t yet started his solo career. In 1982 he found some friends to have fun with and the R n’ B cover band Jack Mack & The Heart Attack were […]

CD Reviews/ CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Eddie 9V Left My Soul In Memphis

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, blues, Eddie 9V, indie Blues, Left My Heart in Memphis, making a Scene November 22, 2019

Eddie 9V Left My Soul in Memphis Eddie 9V, pronounced 9 Volt, is a phenomenon on his own. He is only 23 years old but under a different name he has been playing Atlanta clubs since he was 15 years old. In 2014, he and his brother competed, with their band, in the IBCs. So […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

This weekend: Indie Blues in and around Atlanta November 8-10

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta blues clubs, Atlanta entertainment, Atlanta nightlife November 9, 2019

It’s a good weekend for the blues around Atlanta! Along with our usual flock of great musicians, we have Jon Nemeth in town. And if you feel like taking a slightly further trip, about an hour and a half up to Blue Ridge like we are going to do, the wonderful Tullie Bae is playing […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

This weekend: Indie blues in and around Atlanta October 25-27

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta entertainment, blues, Halloween, live blues, making a Scene October 24, 2019

It’s a festive weekend as we have several Halloween events, including a mall parade! Also, we get to welcome Little G Weevil back home for a visit after his long trip away! Welcome back, Gee! Go out to any of these great shows and get in the holiday spirit! Friday Sandra Hall & The Shadows […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

This weekend: Indie Blues all around Atlanta Oct. 18-20

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta entertainment October 18, 2019

It’s cooling down outside but the blues are heatin’ up all around Atlanta! Some of our favorite visitors are back in town: Anders Osborne, Lil Ed and the Blues Imperials, andTrombone Shorty, for example. Charlie Wooten and Zydefunk are performing too and if that doesn’t sound like a party I don’t know why! Check out […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

This weekend: Indie blues in and around Atlanta Sept 13-15

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta blues Atlanta blues clubs, Atlanta live music, indie Blues, live blues, making a Scene September 13, 2019

There is a lot of great music going on in Atlanta this weekend and you will be able to find something to suit your taste wherever you decide to go, so get out and enjoy some great music and support your local venues and your favorite artists! We will be up in the mountains at […]

INDIE Blues Scene

This weekend: Indie Blues in and around Atlanta July 5 -7

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta blues clubs, live bluess, Live music, making a Scene July 5, 2019

It’s the 4th of July weekend! Let freedom ring! And go out and listen to some blues! Here are the places to choose from this weekend: Friday Lil’ Ed & the Blues Imperials are at Blind Willie’s. Skye Paige comes to Fat Matt’s Rib Shack and Northside Tavern has Swami and Dave from 6-8 pm, […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ Music Biz News/ On the Scene

Eddie Tigner 1926-2019 R.I.P

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, blues, Eddie Tigner, making a Scene April 18, 2019

When a person reaches the age of 91, you know they can’t go on forever, but if you love them, you still hope they will. That is how many Atlanta blues fans felt about Eddie Tigner. And so the news of his death tore a hole in the heart of us all today. Eddie was […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

This weekend: Indie Blues in and around Atlanta March 29-April 1

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta blues clubs, Atlanta nightlife, making a Scene March 29, 2019

It’s a packed weekend around Atlanta and if you are looking for blues they are easy to find! Check it out and you will see it’s true. But if you’re in the mood to travel just a bit, I have to tell you that one of my favorite artists is at The Crimson Moon on […]

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INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

This weekend: Indie blues in and around Atlanta Nov. 2-4

Rhetta Akamatsu Atanta blues cubs, Atlanta, Atlanta blues, live blues November 2, 2018

Friday George Hughley & The Shadow are at Blind Willie’s and Paul Nelson Band is at Darwin’s in Sandy Springs. Jet Back & The Whacos comes to Fat Matt’s Rib Shack and Coy Bowles is at Northside Tavern. The Barry Richman Band is at Nik’s Place in Marietta and Out @ Midnight is at MoonShadow […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ Music Business/ On the Scene

Georgia Blues and Roots Festival Sept. 29, 2018

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, atlanta blues society, blues, Georgia Blues and Roots festival, making a Scene, roots music October 4, 2018

Photography by Tom Dausner www.photographictom.com Making a Scene Presents an Review of the Georgia Blues and Roots Festival by Rhetta Akamatsu It was a gorgeous Autumn day at Mable House Amphitheatre Saturday for the Georgia Blues and Roots Festival. Music crackled through the air. David T and Friends did a great set for the ones […]

Hip Hop Scene/ On the Scene

A3C Conference and Festival Kicks off in Atlanta 10/3-10/7!

Richard L'Hommedieu a3c festival, Atlanta, Hip Hop, making a Scene October 1, 2018

A3C Action Supports Artists, Grassroots Activists, and Nonprofits With Hip-Hop and Social Progress at Heart Hip-Hop is a springboard, a sounding board, and an inspiration for some of America’s most innovative, creative grassroots initiatives. The 14 year old organization dedicated to educating and empowering the artists and entrepreneurs that shape hip-hop culture A3C knows the […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

This weekend: Indie blues in and around Atlanta August 24-26

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta blues clubs, live blues, Live music August 25, 2018

The blues are all over the place around Atlanta this weekend! And you have some really special opportunities this week with the Guitar-a-Rama with Jeff Jensen, The Cazanovas and other great guitarists and the Atlanta Blues Challenge! That is a heap of music right there! We will be at both, and if you come to […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

This weekend: Indie blues in and around Atlanta August 17-19

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta blues clubs, Atlanta entertainment, making a Scene August 17, 2018

It’s another busy blues weekend around Atlanta! You can be part of Mudcat’s live recording, celebrate The Little Feat Allstars, have a Voodoo Throwdown with Trombone Shorty and his guests, and enjoy a throng of local talents! Choose your blues adventure here: Friday Mudcat w/ the Atlanta Horns have a Live Recording at Avondale Towne Cinema. Beverly “Guitar” Watkins […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ Music Business/ On the Scene

Georgia Blues and Roots Festival 2018!

Richard L'Hommedieu Atlanta, blues, Georgia Blues and Roots festival, indie Blues, making a Scene June 23, 2018

The Atlanta Blues Society will once again bring you the “Georgia Blues and Roots” Festival at the Mable House Barnes Amphitheater in Mapleton Georgia on September 29, 2018 from 12pm to 10:30pm! This year the Lineup contains both traditional and Indie Blues artists! Which reflects the diversity of music that comes from the Roots of […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

This weekend: Indie blues in and around Atlanta June 21-23

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta blues clubs, blues, blues music, indie Blues, making a Scene June 22, 2018

It’s am exciting blues weekend! We cannot wait to see The Tullie Brae Band at the Atlanta Blues Society meeting Sunday! Even if you aren’t a member, you can come. ABS Meetings are always open and free! Also, please note the change Saturday at Darwin’s. Annika Chambers had to cancel but The Cazanovas are providing […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

This week: indie blues in and around Atlanta June 18-24

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta blues clubs, blues, indie Blues, making a Scene June 18, 2018

There’s a lot of fun and interesting things going on this week, but my top picks are Annika Chambers and The Tullie Brae Band! Both Annika and Tullie are spectacular entertainers! Who else will you choose? ‘Monday Matt Pendrick is at Blind Willie’s and The Pork Bellys are at Fat Matt’s. Lola is the host […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ Music for Good/ On the Scene

The 10th Annual Celebration of Sean Costello – Darwin’s Blues Club, April 14

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Bipolar disorder, darwins burgers and blues, Sean Costello, Sean Costello benefit April 17, 2018

So many people were packed into Darwin’s in Sandy Springs, GA Saturday night. Most of us knew each other, so there was lots of hugging and .chattering. All of us were there for the incredible night of music, and it was all to honor Sean Costello. Sean was a fantastic bluesman, and songwriter who died at the age […]

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INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

This week: Indie blues all around Atlanta April 9-15

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta blues clubs, Atlanta live music, Live music April 9, 2018

It’s time for another great week of indie blues in Atlanta, full of great local talent, some major visitors like Jimmie Vaughn and John Nemeth and one major event, The Celebration of Sean Costello, in which we celebrate his brief but beautiful life with some fantastic musicians including Jason Ricci and Little Gee Weevil plus Sean’s […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

This weekend: Indie blues in and around Atlanta March 2-4

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta blues clubs, Atlanta live music, Atlanta nightlife, indie Blues, live blues, making a Scene, what to do in atlanta March 2, 2018

So much information cane in since I prepared the This Week article on Friday. What was already an exciting weekend exploded into a feast of blues delights! Don’t ask me how you’re going to decide. Just dive in and do your best! Friday Tab Benoit visits City Winery. Victor Wainwright & The Train come to the […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

This weekend: Indie blues in and around Atlanta Feb. 9-11

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta blues clubs, Atlanta live music, Atlanta nightlife, atlanta nights, blues music, Live music, making a Scene, what to do in atlanta February 9, 2018

I’ve filled in a few blanks from The Week Ahead as information filters in. There’s so much good stuff going on. We get to celebrate Lisa’s birthday and Zydefunk has King Cake! And there’s a mess of tasty blues all around town, so go get your fill from the list below -Rhetta Friday Little G […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

Mick Kolassa and The Taylor Made Blues Band at Darwin’s- Feb. 3, 2018

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta live music, darwins burgers and blues, indie Blues, making a Scene, mick kolassa, Taylor Made Blues Band February 5, 2018

by Rhetta Akamatsu Originally published in Rhetta’s Rambles When my husband and I walked into Darwin’s about an hour early Saturday night, Mick Kolassa was sitting at the bar. He stood up when he saw us and greeted me with a hug. “Your husband will have to excuse us for hugging like this,” laughed Mick, reaching […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

This weekend: Indie blues in and around Atlanta Jan. 19-21

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta nightlife, atlanta nights atlanta live music, what to do in atlanta January 19, 2018

it’s time to shake your fist at the weather, get out of the house and party in Atlanta with some hot blues in warm environments! Here;s where you can find the live blues this weekend: Friday The Heather Gillis Band is at Darwin’s and The Chris O’Leary Band is at Blind Willie’s. J.T. Speed is at […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

This weekend: Blues in and around Atlanta Jan. 5-7

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta blues clubs, Atlanta nightlife, atlanta nights, live blues, making a Scene January 5, 2018

It’s the first weekend of 2018 and that;s a fantastic reason to go out and hear some great blues in an awesome club! Here are some choices for you: Friday he Colin Alvarez Band is at Darwin’s and Watermelon Slim is at Blind Willie’s.Tyler Neal is at Fat Matt’s and Eric Gales entertains at Terminal […]

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INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

This week Indie Blues In and Around Atlanta Dec. 18-24

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta blues clubs, Atlanta live blues, Atlanta live music, Atlanta music, Atlanta nightlife, atlanta nights, Atlanta nitelife, blues music, christmast atlanta, live blues, making a Scene, what to do in atlanta December 18, 2017

Celebrate the holiday week with lots of local blues and blues jams! Happy holidays! Rhetta Monday There’s a Toys for Tots drive with Cody Matlock at Blind Willie’s. The Pork Bellys are at Fat Matt’s. Mike Watson hosts the jam at Loco’s in Alpharetta and Lola is the host for the jam at Northside Tavern. Tuesday […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

This weekend: Indie Blues around Atlanta Dec 8-10

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta blues clubs, Atlanta live blues, Atlanta live music, Atlanta nightlife, atlanta nights, blues, blues-rock, indie Blues, live entertainment, Live music, making a Scene, what to do in atlanta December 8, 2017

Take a break from holiday frenzy and head for your favorite venue for some great live local music this weekend! Or catch Nick Moss at Blind Willie’s! Of the local acts you can choose from some of the best: Heather Luttrell, Cody Matlock and The Mothership, Delta Moon, The Cazanovas, and more! So get out, relax and […]

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INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

Festive Fun at Atlanta Blues Society Holiday Party – Dec. 3

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, atlanta blues society, blues music, holiday parties, making a Scene December 6, 2017

Its the party Atlanta Blues Society members look forward to all year, and this year as always, it lived up to expectations! The Atlanta Blues Society Holiday Party took place at the Helene S. Carter Multipurpose Facility in Atlanta, with loads of space for tables, food, drink and dancing and a big stage. The tables were […]

INDIE Blues Scene

This week: Indie Blues in and around Atlanta Dec. 4-10

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta blues clubs, Atlanta live blues, Atlanta live music, Atlanta nightlife, atlanta nights, live blues, making a Scene December 4, 2017

Monday Mike Watson hosts the jam at Loco’s in Alpharetta and Lola is the host for the jam at Northside Tavern. Tuesday Poverty Level is at Darwin’s and Ross Pead & Friends are at Front Page News in Little 5 Points. Swami Gone Bananas is at Northside Tavern and there is an acoustic open mic […]

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INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

This week: Indie blues in and around Atlanta Nov. 27-Dec 3

Rhetta Akamatsu atl, Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta blues clubs, atlanta blues dancing, Atlanta live blues, Atlanta live music, Atlanta nightlife, atlanta nights, making a Scene November 28, 2017

The holiday season is in full swing but holiday parties like the Atlanta Blues Society one on Sunday are not the only special events this week. Little Ed and The Blues Imperials are in town and so are Squirrel Nut Zippers. But my first choice this week is slightly bittersweet because one of my favorite musicians is […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ Music Biz News

Atlanta Blues Society Makes Commitment to Healthy Environments for Musicians

Richard L'Hommedieu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, atlanta blues society, atlanta music scene, making a Scene, musicians health, smoke free, smoke free atlanta October 20, 2017

The Atlanta Blues Society has long had the policy of a Smoke Free Environment for all of their events. They require any venue that they work with to be smoke free during any event that is hosted by the Atlanta Blues Society. This in itself is a huge step in creating a healthy environment […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

Review” Jason Ricci and The Bad Kind, Darwin’s Burgers, October 14, 2017

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta entertainment. Darwins, Atlanta live blues, Atlanta live music, Atlanta nightlife, atlanta nights, jason ricci, Live music, making a Scene, the bad kind, what to do in atlanta October 16, 2017

Picture a packed house at Darwin’s Saturday night for Jason Ricci and The Bad Kind. At first sight, dressed in loose white pants and shirt and with his hair pulled back by a headband, Ricci looked rather like a decadent angel. But when he started to blow that harp, it was immediately clear that the […]

INDIE Blues Scene

Joel DaSilva and The Midnight Howl at Darwin’s in Sandy Springs, GA August 4

Rhetta Akamatsu Arlanta live music, Atlanta, Joel DaSillva and Nidnight Howl, Joel DaSilva Darwin's b;ues club August 7, 2017

By Rhetta Akamatsu Photos by Takesi Ken Akamatsu Joel DaSilva crouches over his guitar onstage, ready to unleash a flood of sound. The drummer is poised and the bass player stands tall as the audience waits with anticipation. The song begins, and it is immediately obvious that we’re in for an exciting evening! Trying to […]

Americana Scene/ INDIE Blues Scene

Little G Weevil at Darwin’s in Sandy Springs, GA, July 15 2017

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Darwun's, Little G Weevil, live blues July 17, 2017

Whata night! Little G Weevil celebrated his 40th birthday in the city of Budapest, Hungary, where he was born, but now he was back home in Atlanta and at Darwin’s and ready to celebrate again! He played the old Darwin’s many times, but after touring in Eastern Europe for four months, this was his first […]

INDIE Blues Artist/ Jam Band Artist

RIP Col. Bruce Hampton, beloved musician, 1947-2017

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta music, Atlanta music news, Col. Bruce Hampton, making a Scene, music news, music obituaries May 2, 2017

Col. Bruce Hampton was onstage performing an encore , Monday, May 1, at his birthday concert at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta when he collapsed and died soon after. He was surrounded by members of Widespread Panic, Phish, REM and other musicians and friends when he fell to the stage. He died shortly after being […]

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INDIE Blues Scene

The Atlanta Blues Society Meeting and Jam – Darwin’s Sandy Springs, March 26

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta blues clubs, Atlanta Blues Society. Darwin's, Atlanta music, atlanta music scene, Atlanta nightlife, Atlanta nitelife, blues music, blues society, Darwin's, David T and Friends, making a Scene March 29, 2017

It was the first Atlanta Blues Society meeting at the new Darwin’s location and the place was absolutely packed. Many of the people were there to see the group who were playing for us, David T and Friends, and some were there to see the new Darwin”s. The club, which won the Keeping The blues […]

INDIE Blues Scene

Chicken Raid 2017 at Northside Taven, Atlanta, GA

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta live music, Atlanta music, Atlanta nightlife, Atlanta nitelife, blues benefit, Chicken Raid, making a Scene, Northside Taven March 21, 2017

Every year in March there is a 2-day music event at Northside Tavern in Atlanta, which is like no other. It is an event that honors M. Frank Edward and benefits his estate. Mr. Frank was a beloved blues man in Atlanta who died in 2002. Many of the older musicians and attendees remember Mr. […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ On the Scene

Mudcat brought warmth and laughter to Darwin’s.Marietta GA, Dec. 6

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Darwin's Blues Club, live blues, live music atlanta, making a Scene, Mudcat December 8, 2016

Danny “Mudcat”Dudeck is well-known all around Atlanta. As Daniel Peter Dudeck, he is a skilled landscape artist and gardener and a blues scholar. As Mudcat, he is one of the most engaging blues musicians you will ever hear. Sometimes he plays with The Atlanta Horns, and those are special, exciting jazz and blues-infused shows. But […]

INDIE Blues Scene

The John Pagano Band rocked Darwin’s Dec. 2

Rhetta Akamatsu .blues, Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta live music, blues foundation, blues hall of fame, blues-rock, Darwin's Blues Club, Funk, indie Blues, indie blues movement, John Pagano Band, JP Blues, jpblues, making a Scene, RNB, roots rock, soul December 6, 2016

By Rhetta Akamatsu The John Pagano Band played Darwin’s Friday night to a good crowd, many of whom had not seen the band before But whether they were seeing the band for the first time or had been around for the evolution from JP Blues to The John Pagano Band, the crowd responded enthusiastically to […]

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INDIE Blues Scene

The Atlanta Blues Challenge 2016

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta BLues Hallenge, atlanta blues society, blues, blues foundation, IBC, indie Blues, International Blues Challenge, live blues, Midnight Circus, midnight circus productions August 22, 2016

Photos by Sandra Richardson The packed house in Hard Rock Cafe’s Music Room exploded in cheers and applause again and again during the more than 7 hours of music we witnessed at the Atlanta Blues Challenge on Sunday, August 21. Twelve of the best blues acts in Georgia competed for the opportunity to win the […]

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Artist Interviews/ INDIE Blues Artist

An In Depth Interview with Bette Stuy

Richard L'Hommedieu .blues, americana, Atlanta, atlanta blues society, blues and roots, blues festival, blues radio, blues-rock, Funk, indie, indie Blues, Live from the Midnight Circus., making a Scene, neo blues, new Blues, nu blues, r&B, RNB, Rock, roots, soul August 20, 2016

HOME PAGE FACEBOOK PAGE BETTE STUY is among the most genuine female voices to come out of Blues in a long while. Elmore Magazine calls Bette “The real, raw deal just like Etta James and Koko Taylor before her.” The fact is Bette’s got the grit and the growl, the strut and the swagger that is […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Tullie Brae

Richard L'Hommedieu americana, Atlanta, atlanta blues society, blues, blues and roots, blues festival, blues radio, blues-rock, Funk, indie, indie Blues, live from the midnight circus, making a Scene, neo blues, new Blues, nu blues, r&B, RNB, Rock, roots, soul August 19, 2016

This is the #1 and Original radio show that brings you ONLY currently touring artists that are creating new original music rooted in the blues.INDIE Blues artist who embrace the true power of the blues .. it’s DIVERSITY! This week we start things off with music from Gitlo Lee Grady Champion Jj Thames Owen Campbell […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Brian langlinais

This is the show that brings you nothing but currently touring artists who are creating new original music rooted in the blues! These are the INDIE Blues artists! The artists that Embrace the True power of the blues .. it’s Diversity! We start this show off with Owen Campbell Gitlo Lee Jj Thames Grady Champion […]

Artist Interviews/ INDIE Blues Artist

An in Depth interview with Tullie Brae

HOME PAGE FACEBOOK PAGE Critics an peers alike agree that Tullie Brae has the praiseworthy vocal distinction and stage charisma that creates an unforgettable show. The soulful blues singer and multi-instrumentalist credits her gift to her roots in gospel music, like so many great and soul singers before her. Her musical journey started when she […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus “The Best in INDIE BLUES” 8/15/2016

This is the #1 and Original INDIE Blues radio show where we bring you ONLY currently touring artists who are out there creating new original music rooted in the blues. These are the artists who understand the true power of the blues .. and that power lies in the diversity of music that has and […]

Americana Scene/ Funk Scene/ INDIE Blues Scene/ Music for Good/ R&B Scene

Georgia Blues and Roots Festival – Atlanta Blues Society Steps it up!

THE ATLANTA BLUES SOCIETY PROUDLY ANNOUNCES ITS FIRST ANNUAL GEORGIA BLUES AND ROOTS MUSIC FESTIVAL WWW.GABLUESNROOTS.ORG On Saturday October 1st, 2016 The Atlanta Blues Society in partnership with The Amateur Advocates Association & The Cobb County Rotary presents the first inaugural “Georgia Blues & Roots Festival”. Featuring top names in the blues and roots music marketplace. […]

INDIE Blues Scene

Diane Durrett at Darwin’s Blues Club July 15

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, blues, Darwins.blues c;ub, Diane Durrett. Soul Suga July 18, 2016

It was a marvelous musical weekend and it began Friday night at Darwin’s in Marietta GA with Diane Durrett and one version of Soul Suga, which included Sheryl Harper on drums and Yoel B’nai Yehuda on keyboards, plus a bass player and saxophone player. It;s a good thing “Ain’t nobody gone blind looking at the […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ Music for Good

Come Celebrate Sean Costello at Northside Tavern Sat. April 16 – A Benefit for Bipolar Research!

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, northside tavern, Sean Cosstello Benefit COncert, Sean Costello April 13, 2016

The annual Sean Costello celebration and benefit,, titled “We Can Get Together.” begins at 7 p, Saturday at Northside Tavern in Atlanta. It will feature Sonia Leigh, The Joe McGuinness Trio, The Georgia Flood, No Solution, and Stephen Talkovich and Larry Griffith. Sean Costello was a brilliant young blues man who was and still is […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus with Van Wilks!

Richard L'Hommedieu alternative, Atlanta, Atlanta blues, blues, blues radio, blues-rock, Funk, indie Blues, Indie Rock, internet radio, live from the midnight circus, making a Scene, new Blues, new music, nu blues, online radio, original music, r&B, RNB, Rock, roots music, roots rock, soul March 3, 2016

This is the only show that is 100% dedicated to Touring INDIE Blues art5ists .. Touring artists who are creating new original music rooted in the blues. Artists who understand and believe in the true power of the blues .. the power that lives in it’s diversity! We showcase and celebrate that diversity by bringing […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ Jam Scene

Event review: Lola lights up Darwin’s in Marietta December 12

Rhetta Akamatsu Atlanta, Atlanta blues, indie Blues, Lola Gully, making a Scene December 15, 2015

Lola, just back from Europe, played Darwin’s Saturday night and proved herself in absolute top shape! She was not originally scheduled to play but the group who were to come could not make it and Lola stepped in. Not a soul was disappointed! Any blues lover in the Atlanta area and beyond jumps at the […]

INDIE Blues Scene

Darwins Burgers and Blues – The Biggest Little Indie Blues Club in Atlanta!

Richard L'Hommedieu Atlanta, blues, darwins burgers and blues, Indie B, indie Blues, JP Blues, JP Soars, jpblues, making a Scene June 8, 2015

Biggest Little Indie Blues Club in Atlanta! An Exclusive Interview with Jonathan Aiken from Darwins Burgers and Blues! Like them on Facebook! An Interview with Aiken from Darwins Burgers and Blues by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud In a small ramshackle house nestled between a couple of Car Dealers on Roswell Rd in Marietta Georgia is […]

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