tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-39169529011949468112012-01-16T00:47:53.385-05:00Kristen here, also known as Echoreyn of Athens. You won't find another person as enthusiastic as I am about some of the more unique bands and acts from Athens, Georgia! Come join me on my quest to discover and celebrate some local rising stars that are worth a listen or two.Echoreynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07650167094446784940noreply@blogger.comBlogger3521100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916952901194946811.post-59954171278993458412011-12-30T08:15:00.000-05:002011-12-30T08:15:00.155-05:00

2012 is upon us, my friends! But before we welcome in the start of a new year, let's look back on our 2011.  Between all of the breakups, awesome shows, departing bands, and festival opportunities, this has been quite an eventful year in the scene!  Indeed, I'd say it's the perfect time to break it all down in another year end review... Echoreyn of Athens: 2011 January 2011: We

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For optimal viewing of these picks on a mobile device, click here! The cold winds of January are blowing deliciously fresh tunes our way.  Get ready to brave the cold for these incredible bands! Fri, Jan 6: Tumbleweed Stampede @ 9:30 PM @ Caledonia Kick off 2012 with some soulful dance tunes from Tumbleweed Stampede.  This show is definitely going to be tons of fun! Wed, Jan 11:

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Dear Santa, Wow, it looks like it's already that time of year again!  I can't deny it, 2011 has certainly been a wild ride of ups and downs, especially for the Athens music scene.  Here's hoping our town, filled with some of the nicest (and okay, the naughtiest too) people the world has to offer, will have an exciting year in 2012. You see, Santa, my biggest Christmas wish is that our own

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Right down the street from the 40 Watt Club, nestled in the midst of several other venues including the Caledonia Lounge and MAX, you'll find Farm 255.  The chill atmosphere of this place welcomes you in immediately, and the midsize outdoor stage, adorned with lights and surrounded by picnic tables, lends a festive air to the venue.  Ready to groove?  A patio, perfect for dancing to your

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We've got a bunch more pics from two awesome shows up on the Echoreyn of Athens facebook page today!  Missed the Athens band rockin' Bad Manor or the merry event that was Squidmas 2011?  Want to relive them all over again?  Check out these visuals!  A few of our very favorites are below: Chase and Justin of the Athens band rock some tunes Larry of Doctor Squid brings the Squidmas cheer

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I know for many of you, it's that dreaded final exam time again!  Some of you may have already even started your test-taking journey while others will be finishing up this semester over the next week.  Either way, I heartily wish all of you good luck! Need a study break full of Athens music goodies?  Just like always, you can get your fill of live footage over on our Echoreyn of Athens

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Wow!  I've been waiting for Squidmas for twelve whole months, and now it's finally happened.  Every year, these celebrations full of holiday cheer and massive amounts of festive wonder just get better and better, and this year's show, the fourth annual Squidmas event, blew it out of the water!  This time around, the bands took over the Melting Point stage and rocked their Christmas-flavored

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Doctor Squid has carved out quite a fanbase for itself here in Athens.  Not one to remain content coloring within the lines, this band redefines fun with their undeniably catchy pop rock and their massive yearly holiday events.  Even if you think you've never heard a Doctor Squid song before, it's more than likely that, when their hit On My Way - better known as the Whoa song - starts playing,

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For optimal viewing of these picks on a mobile device, click here! Whispers of snowfall swirl through the cold air as the final month of the year dawns on us.  December comes to Athens bearing gifts in the form of tons of incredible shows.  Enjoy! Fri, Dec 2: Yo Soybean @ 10:30 PM @ Farm 255 If irreverent southern rock is your style, you'll definitely want to start off your month with

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Hope you all have an incredibly delicious and extremely enjoyable Thanksgiving! Love, Kristen

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Can it really be the end of November? How has the year gone by so quickly?  Well, somehow it's already the week of Thanksgiving which means that many of you are away visiting your families and preparing yourselves to enjoy a bit of time off and a selection of tasty foods.  Well, how would like a serving of scrumptious tunes to go with your delicious meal? First off, I'll start with

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Steeped in history and newly rebuilt, the Georgia Theatre is undoubtably one of Athens' most beloved venues.  A brightly lit marquee greets you as you step up to the box office to purchase your ticket for the night's events.  Doors to the indoor venue do not open till 8 PM for shows, but the Georgia Theatre is more than just a place for bands and music;  it's also a rather chill rooftop

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There's no doubt that the tunes bring the fans to shows, but what keeps them coming back for more? How can bands ensure their fans will share their latest rockin' discovery with all of their friends? Sometimes it takes a little more than music. Here's where a bit of creativity and some great merch can make all the difference!After choosing a name, recording a few songs, and playing a couple of

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You know me. I'm always on the lookout for the newest sounds emerging from our town! Rainbow Ghost, a brand new local music project, is about as fresh as it gets. Sweet and sincere, Rainbow Ghost's indie synth pop style and honest lyrics are definitely worth a listen. So what are his tunes like?The Tell Us How You Really Feel EP begins with the track What Went Wrong, a pop rock-fueled melody

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Can it really be time to prepare for Athfest 2012 already? Well, don't freak out just yet! We've still got many months till our town's biggest music festival takes place. However, now is the time for bands to choose and submit their songs to be considered for inclusion on this year's Athfest CD. The songs can be brand new, previously unreleased tunes (these are generally preferred) or melodies

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Oh, the things you see on the road! Up on our Facebook page, you'll find our latest pics of everything from shows around town to our CMJ roadtrip with Misfortune500 to the Wild Rumpus Parade. Some of our top favorites are below, but you can find 'em all right here!Sleepy Eye Giant performs in the NYCEndless clouds over PhiladelphiaThe Wild Rumpus parade in front of the Georgia TheatreCheck out

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For optimal viewing of these picks on a mobile device, click here! Golden leaves flutter past your window as cool breezes pull them from their trees. Coats and boots become a fashion staple, and the scents of fall waft through the air. November has arrived, my friends, and with it comes an awesome selection of tunes! Tues, Nov 1: Betsy Franck & Klezmer Local 42 @ 4 PM @ Little Kings

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Halloween has arrived in Athens, my friends! Are you ready for the ghouls, the ghosts, and all the madness? This year, our town is rockin' the biggest celebration of the holiday yet with a whole weekend and more of delightfully spooky shows!Tonight, kick off your festivities early with an exciting Halloween show at 8:30 PM over at the Melting Point featuring sweet melody songstress Ruby Kendrick.

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Read part 1 here!It was just after 8 PM when we finally passed through the gleaming Holland Tunnel and made our way into the Big Apple. Minutes outside of Brooklyn, we found our venue, a midsize bar filled with a bunch of recognizable bands that had also journeyed up from the southeastern states to rock the CMJ showcase. Towers of band equipment filled the small room backstage, so we piled

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What they tell you in books, what you see in the movies... those aren't the real stories. When the average person thinks of a band on tour, they imagine spacious tour buses, security guards, thousands of screaming fans awaiting them wherever they go, and massive drug-filled parties in ritzy hotel rooms that always seem to get trashed before the band leaves. That's just common knowledge, you

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In the future, I shall refer to this year as the Year of the Festivals. I still just can't believe that today I'll be off to my fourth music festival since May. Yup, that's right, I'm going to CMJ in the NYC! I can't wait since it'll be my first time ever stepping into the city, and I'm even more excited about the fact that I'll get to experience the CMJ showcase with one of my favorite bands,

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Recently released online, the Athens band's newest EP, Animals, is quite a step up from their earlier recordings. A few years ago, as young teens, they made a big splash on the scene with their rather impressive natural talent, but as they have matured, they've honed the quality of their craft as well. The band's classic rock style has gained a stronger, harder edge, and it's clear they've

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It's going to be an exciting next few weeks! Not only are we in the midst of Popfest here in Athens, but Halloween shows are looming in the near future as well. On top of this, many of our local bands are gearing up to head to New York for the CMJ Southeast Showcase, and, to my surprise, it looks like I'll be joining them. Wow, I've got a lot to do to get ready! To tide you over till we cover

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Video created by Nick Gomez of Reeks of Failure & Kater Mass Athens' biggest pop music festival officially starts tomorrow, but you can head on over to Transmission Merch for their kickoff party featuring David Barbe, Dead Confederate's Thomas Hardy, and the District Attorneys tonight! Check out the Popfest website here for more info. Have fun, everyone!

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First off, I just want to say that yesterday's "Shameless Plugathon" on WUOG 90.5 FM was a wonderfully amazing experience. Thank you to all of those who listened in! And now, to business. Did you know that October is National Protect Your Hearing Month? What, a whole month dedicated to ear care!?! Who comes up with these things? But truly, though, protecting your ears is incredibly important

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This Sunday at 6 PM, Echoreyn of Athens and Athens Music Junkie are teaming up to give you two hours of our favorite local tunes on WUOG 90.5, the University of Georgia's very own student-run radio station! You're sure to hear everything from Bambara to R.E.M. and all of the rockin' madness in between. And hey, if you're a regular on the scene, you might even catch a song or two that you've

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Bitter cold weather and outdoor shows seem to go hand in hand here in Athens. I can't deny, though, that some of my favorite shows in the scene have taken place in temperatures so extreme I wasn't sure if I'd leave with my fingers intact. Last Friday was another night like these. It was quite a stacked lineup with old favorites Sam Sniper and Yo Soybean mixing it up with several newer

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For optimal viewing of these picks on a mobile device, click here!The sweet smell of pumpkins and candy corn wafts through the air on the wings of a cool breeze. Leaves dress themselves in reds and golds as whispers of Fall echo in the dusk. October has arrived indeed, and the month comes bearing musical treats of all kinds!Sat, Oct 1: Efren @ 10 PM @ Farm 255Efren's gritty and honest take on

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Coldplay. It was the one word dancing across everybody's lips. The crowd was rife with joyful anticipation, and echoing cheers erupted the second the roadies stepped onstage to set up. About an hour before the band's set was scheduled to begin, the fans suddenly burst into song, the melody of Viva La Vida issuing forth from the crowd in unison. My friend Jordan and I turned to each other in

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As the cool air of dusk wafted over the eager crowd, the many thousands of fans that filled Piedmont Park squeezed together, buzzing with excitement. While we waited, two giant inflatables - a tree and a gargantuan tire - emerged from the stage. Then beach balls flew into the audience as the Black Keys stepped out to begin their set. Flavored with blues and funk elements, the band's rock sound

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Now matter how hard you try, festivals like these will always give you an awkward sunburn. Always. But Music Midtown was definitely worth the scorching heat! As 3 PM rolled around, my friend Jordan and I could hear the faint sounds of Walk the Moon playing the other stage while we alternated between searching for sustenance and staking our claim on our chosen spot near the main stage. Moments

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I never even imagined that I'd actually get to go to Music Midtown. Since the massive, annual mid-Atlanta festival disappeared six years ago, it was barely a blip on my radar until I discovered that longtime blog favorite the Constellations would be rockin' the stage for the event's return this year. Then to my utter surprise, thanks to the TV show Better Mornings Atlanta, my penchant for

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Really, I've just barely passed the age of 3 in music scene experience years so I'm always on the lookout for more exciting events to enjoy and shows to see. While it's true that I grew up hearing the words "music midtown, " until recently I didn't really know what they meant, and so, most tragically, I never had the chance to attend Atlanta's own celebration of tunes. Now, by some stroke of

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If you like to get your Athens music tidbits in picture and video form with the occasional blurb or unrelated whimsy sprinkled in, this one's for you!You see, it recently came to my attention that the only thing missing in my life was a Tumblr account. Eager to fill this apparent hole in my existence, I naturally signed up for one right away. A few months later, I've decided that tumblr-ing (is

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Currently based out of Athens, GA, Grey Milk is a wonderfully unique music project with an ever-varying lineup of members headed by Jesse Houle. In its several years of existence, the band has released multiple records, and its soft indie folk style, acoustic sound, and raw vocals pervade each one of these albums including their brand new EP Nocturnal. This latest release in particular seems to

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In our final Of Montreal post of the month, we give you videos! If reading about all of the insanity just isn't enough, now you can all fully immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the experience. The first video is live footage from their performance of "The Party's Crashing Us," a fitting song indeed for all of the excitement and action onstage.The next video is footage from their

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It's that time again... time to celebrate the awesome sights we've seen around the scene! Undoubtably, some of the most mind-blowingly incredible images we have up on the Echoreyn of Athens Facebook page right now are from the unbelievable Of Montreal show at the Georgia Theatre. But that's not all. We've also got pictures of the Gold Party, Yip Deceiver, Brothers, and many more, so don't

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Up until last Thursday, I had never set foot in the Georgia Theatre. It's hard to believe, I know. See, I was still brand new to the Athens music scene in 2009, and my very first Athfest was on the horizon. There, on my schedule, were several events and shows slated to take place at the theatre, and I was practically bursting with excitement for them all. Then, just days before Athfest began,

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Thursday night was, without a doubt, a night of remarkable experiences. Not only did I get to see Of Montreal again for the first time in a year and a half, but I also had the chance to step across the threshold of the Georgia Theatre for the first time... ever. Shocking, I know, but it was utterly and completely worth the wait. What a truly unbelievable night!Now, I'll save my description of

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For optimal viewing of these picks on a mobile device, click here! The Athens music scene is back in full force for the month of September! Tons of our local favorites are taking stages all over town to rock the tunes we've been dying to hear. Get ready for a spectacular list of shows! Thurs, Sept 1: Of Montreal @ 8 PM @ Georgia Theatre What a way to kick off September! Of Montreal will be

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Say there's an awesome show coming up that's got you massively pumped, but your friends all have to cram for tests that night. What's a music fan to do? Well, you could just stay in and go to bed early, only to find yourself haunted by dreams of the unbelievable show you just missed. Luckily, there's a much better option. You can go it alone! Alone? But that's no fun. It's too dangerous.

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It's no secret that I'm a sucker for a well-maintained web presence. Whether you're a member of a band, a music promoter, or the social media manager for a venue, keeping the fans in mind should always be one of your top priorities. Let's get down to the basics. Established bands and budding musicians, this one's for you! Just starting out with your band? Well, all you need is a name to

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This one's for all the newcomers to Athens as well as those of you who've been curious about the scene but have remained on the fringes of it thus far. Not sure whether you want to join an already existing band in need of a new rockin' member or start your own music project during your stay in the Ath-town? Still working on learning those first few guitar chords? Love being a fan but wish you

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Well, this semester is off to a great start so far! After all, there's just nothing better than listening to a couple of rockin' bands in a bar on a Sunday night. First up on the small Highwire Lounge stage was the Viking Progress featuring solo musician Patrick Morales. Very sweet, often melancholy, lyrics characterized his songs as they flowed into live acoustic guitar tunes and beautiful

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Rockstars... As children, we were all in awe of them. To us, they represented the wild life, the untamed dream. The words they spoke and the clothes they wore inspired us. Surely these legends, these gods of humankind, were the epitome of cool in their day to day lives as well! Now, some of you reading this blog realized at a very early age that the rockstar life was the life you were meant

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If an all-encompassing concert or dance party experience is what you crave, the Bad Manor is definitely the place for you! After receiving your venue wristband, you'll enter to find a full bar complete with bar stools and a few small tables, perfect for chilling with friends before the music begins. Then, as you pass by the screen barrier and step onto the massive dance floor, brilliant

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For optimal viewing of these picks on a mobile device, click here!It's that time of year again when the population of our little town explodes with young people, many of them brand new to the magic of the Athens music scene! It's also that time when we welcome back all our friends who are hungry for more rockin' experiences and awesome tunes. Well, lucky us, August is going to be just simply

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A former resident of Australia and a relative newcomer to the Athens scene, Mark Tulk brings us a unique mix of soft, unstructured melodies and gothic, piano-laden tunes. His sound differs markedly from that of many of our current local bands, but this serves to make his music stand out from the crowd. Central State, his second album and first to be recorded in Athens, will be released to the

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Know which show you're going to check out downtown tonight? The choices are unbelievable! We've got listings for Manray, Sam Sniper, Ye Olde Sup Shoppe, the Shut-Ups, the Athens band, and many more. And the fun doesn't stop there... We've just updated this month's concert picks list to include TONS more shows and bands that will be rocking stages all over town during the next few days. You

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And then, Athfest 2011 was over.Whew, what an event! We've got almost a whole month's worth of festival coverage from that one rockin', band-filled weekend. I was even able to catch 28 new bands in action as well as several old favorites. This is why Athfest has always been, and will always be, amazing. There is such a chance for discovery, and nothing beats the excitement of finding a brand

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Sunday, June 26th, 2011Jason Isbell and the 400 UnitThe end of Athfest was drawing near. Over by the Pulaski Street Stage, a huge crowd had gathered as Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit prepared to give us the final show of the festival. From their very first note, the band's loud, strong rock resonated through everyone in the audience. Solid tunes with a small bit of a dark, southern feel to them,

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Sunday, June 26th, 2011Of King of Pops popsicles, robots, & hospitality wristbands Here at Echoreyn of Athens, we're all about the music, but there's actually much more to Athfest than just rockin' bands! Outside of the festival, throughout the year, Athfest Inc. dedicates itself to the promotion of music and arts education in our local area. What a great mission! And even the festival itself

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Sunday, June 26th, 2011Dr. Arvin ScottDetermined to cool down while the sun's rays beat down upon us, my friends and I installed ourselves as semi-permanent fixtures underneath the misting line that hung near the Hull Street Stage. As we coated ourselves with a fine layer of water droplets, several people I knew stopped by to tell me that I just had to check out Dr. Arvin Scott's set. My

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Sunday, June 26th, 2011GrogusMoments later, my friends and I happened upon a huge crowd of people dancing up a storm in front of the main stage. Everyone from old couples to little tiny girls and boys were grooving to the beat of Latin music band, Grogus. Led by Carl Lindberg, this group of extremely talented musicians gave the crowd song after dance-inducing song, and even in the intense

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Sunday, June 26th, 2011LingoNervous but exhilarated, I stepped onto the Hull Street Stage to announce the next band, Lingo. At my very first Athfest, I had a chance to catch a few of the band's tunes, and their fun, jazzy songs with a hint of southern blues sounded even more awesome this time around. Half soulful funk and half jam band, they played an energetic mix of tunes that followed in

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Sunday, June 26th, 2011 The John King Band & Rachel Farley BandAs I made the long, uphill trek through the heat back downtown that Sunday morning, only the thought of the tunes that awaited me kept me going. Upon entering the festival space, the upbeat country rock sound of The John King Band welcomed me back. The band's great beat, steady through their softer songs as well, drove their tunes

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Saturday, June 25th, 2011 (late night) Ye Olde Sub ShoppeHighly intrigued by the list of nonsensical terms Flagpole Magazine used to describe the next band, my friends and I took seats up at the very front of the Flicker Theatre in anticipation of Ye Olde Sub Shoppe. What ensued was quite possibly the most surreal experience of my entire life!Right off the bat, the band charmed the audience with

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Saturday, June 25th, 2011Dreamboat and Sea of DogsDreamboat was high on my list of must-see bands at this year's Athfest. I caught a very short Live in the Lobby show of theirs a while back at WUOG, UGA's student-run radio station, and my ears craved more of their soft, lovely melodies. Featuring members of the well-loved local band Hope For Agoldensummer as well as several other talented

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Do you want to relive the fun and the tunes of Athfest? Did you miss out on some of the action? Well, up on the Echoreyn of Athens YouTube channel, we've got 14 videos of song footage from Athfest 2011 as well as tons of videos from past Athfests and other rockin' shows! Some of our very favorites from this year's festival are below.Lera Lynn plays Gasoline through the windThe Athens band rocks

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Saturday, June 25th, 2011Guadalcanal DiaryOnce I finally regained my strength, I headed straight for the Athfest main stage where Guadalcanal Dairy was blasting a massive crowd with their awesome classic rock tunes. The fans, consumed by their love for this headlining band, were grooving all over the place, and one guy in front of me was purely blown away by their quality sound. Indeed, the

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Saturday, June 25th, 2011Bambara and Lazer/WulfThen, as fans crowded the courtyard outside of the Caledonia, it was time for the Dirty Athens party’s main event. BAMBARA! Playing their final show in Athens for a good while, they mixed it up a bit by rocking outdoors in the still-bright sunlight. What’s this insanity? In all the years that I’ve been a fan of the band, I’ve never actually been

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Almost two and a half years ago, back when I was still a bright-eyed newcomer to the Athens music scene, I stumbled across a benefit concert featuring the band Chris McKay and the Critical Darlings. It was quite an exciting experience and inadvertently led to the creation of this very blog. Since then, the band has disappeared from and reemerged in the scene several times and has gained an

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Saturday, June 25th, 2011Hot Cha Cha & Turf WarAfter being outside in the sunlight nearly all day, stepping into the Caledonia was like getting sucked into a black hole. For a few moments, all I could see was pure darkness. My ears, however, relished in the loud, hard rock blasting forth from the band before me. With elements of noise rock entered into the mix as well, the whole effect was

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Saturday, June 25th, 2011BuxtonStaving off all of the early signs of heat stroke, I opted to step back into the shade of the Caledonia Lounge once the Knockouts were finished. To my great surprise, as I seated myself with some friends, I saw Houston's own Buxton setting up on the outdoor stage. I had met the super cool electric guitarist of the band after their Flagpole Awards Afterparty show,

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Saturday, June 25th, 2011 Monahan & The KnockoutsAlways ready to sample the tunes of another local band getting the buzz, I headed back out into the nearly unbearable heat to catch Monahan on the Hull Street Stage. After an intro from our friend Jordan of Athens Music Junkie fame, the band launched into a set of smooth and radio-ready, southern-style indie rock. Their high quality vocals and

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Saturday, June 25th, 2011Green Gerry and the Gellyphish &White VioletAs Saturday's heat began to get a bit too intense and my flip flop tan became much too awkward for my liking, I made my way to the Caledonia Lounge for some shade and a few awesome tunes. Dirty Athens, Caledonia's unofficial Athfest full day show, was already underway when I arrived. Pulling up a chair, I watched Green Gerry

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Let's take a break from the words today to check out Echoreyn of Athens' Athfest 2011 in pictures! We've got more than a hundred photos of bands and crowds and even a few surprises up on our Facebook page right now. Some of my very favorites are below, but you can see them all here. And if these pictures make you happy, don't hesitate to tell us you "like" us while you're there! :)Thomas

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Saturday, June 25th, 2011Klezmer Local 42 & The Charlie Garrett Band Over on the Hull Street Stage, Klezmer Local 42 prepared to deal us a bit of culture with their unique style of sound. Having never experienced this type of music live before, I didn't quite know what to expect, but immediately their humor put a smile on my face. During their soundcheck, the drummer gave a beat to a guy

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Saturday, June 25th, 2011the UGA AccidentalsSaturday morning, I awoke, pumped for another day of Athfest. Just after I arrived at the Pulaski Street Stage, the UGA Accidentals, an-all male a cappella group that's said to be one of the best in the world, stepped up to kick off the show. Wow, these guys were good! As an ensemble, they had an unbelievable vocal range. With only their voices

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Tomorrow, we'll continue with our overwhelmingly detailed Athfest coverage, but today I just couldn't pass up the opportunity to write about my wild experience seeing Hans Darkbolt live for the very first time last Friday night. Memorable doesn't even begin to come close to describing that show! I'd even venture to say that a little something called destiny played a part in my discovery of this

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Friday, June 24th, 2011Athens, Tealvox, and the OrkidsJust before 10 PM, the venues of Athens opened up to flood our ears with the tunes of bands upon bands. In the mood for a few familiar favorites guaranteed to melt my eardrums with their awesomeness, I headed on over to the Bad Manor. As I entered, I was greeted by quite a hilarious video of the Athens band as they gave us an intro that

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Friday, June 24th, 2011FuturebirdsAs nightfall arrived, local southern rockers Futurebirds stepped onstage to give us another taste of their awesome tunes. I've been a fan of these guys for years, and I couldn't be any more jazzed about their recent takeover of the scene! Headliners of this year's Athfest and winners of the Flagpole Awards' Album of the Year, Best Country/Southern Rock Band,

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Friday, June 24th, 2011Centro-matic & Thomas Hardy and the OutfitSoon it was headlining Denton, Texas band Centro-matic's turn to take the main stage. Their upbeat, radio-ready soft rock tunes still maintained a bit of an indie feel that left the crowd grooving to all of the songs that filled their set. Though not from Athens, their love for our town was obvious, and the fans reciprocated,

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Friday, June 24th, 2011 Lera LynnAs the sky opened up and rain poured down upon the eager fans standing before the main stage, local singer-songwriter and this year's Flagpole Awards winner for Best Americana, Lera Lynn, began her set accompanied by a rockin' full band. The southern indie folk sound, led by her lovely powerful voice and a great beat, entranced the crowd as she played through the

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Friday, June 24th, 2011 Easter Island & Oryx and Crake Late Friday afternoon, I headed downtown through the waning heat, positively brimming with excitement and ready to bask in the awesome tunes of this year's Athfest. Local 5-piece band Easter Island was the first to rule the main stage with their uplifting take on soft, melodic rock. The inspiring power of their rhythmic drumming had a

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Thursday, June 23rd, 2011Flagpole Athens Music Awards showVisualize the scene. Darkness falls over the Morton Theatre as people rush to find seats while an amusing animated video plays on the giant screen before them. As the video fades, two men walk onstage bearing an extremely large pole. The crowd waits in silence, anticipation flooding the room, while the men attach the pole to the stage

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Massive coverage of the festival starts next week! In the meantime, my friends, feel free to follow, like, and subscribe at the links below: Hope to see you rockin' out downtown!

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Ever been to the Grammys? Probably not, am I right? Well, don't miss your chance to be a part of Athens' own ridiculous version of the Grammys, the Flagpole Athens Music Awards! Here's your chance to don some classy attire (or really anything hanging in your closet that you've always wanted a chance to wear, be it a bloodstained t-shirt or a glittery banana hammock - hey, it's been done!) and

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Just in time for Athfest 2011, we're unveiling a brand new feature of Echoreyn of Athens... the mobile app! Now you can check out EoA's festival show picks on your iPhone or iPod touch while you're downtown rockin' out. And this is only just the beginning. Our monthly series Kristen's Concert Picks is going mobile as well, and we'll be adding much more content to the app and altering it for

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Ever since my very first Athfest years ago, I've thrown myself ears first into the massive list of bands playing the festival to narrow down a schedule of sets to see. However, when confronted with a lineup of nearly 200 bands, I hardly expect anyone else to be as insane as I am. That's why, this year, I'm giving you a list of tried and true favorites that you've just got to catch live if you

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Echoreyn of Athens' Guide to AthfestThings to Bring Sunscreen - It gets hot out there, so be sure to bring sunscreen and plenty of it, the higher the SPF, the better. You might also consider bringing along a hat. After all, tunes are no fun when you're burned to a crisp!Water (and other hydrating drinks) - Dehydration is a serious problem in Athfest-level heat, so make sure to keep yourself

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Can you believe it, guys? Athfest 2011, Athens' biggest celebration of music and the arts, starts this week! Need some tips on how to prepare for this rockin' festival? Presenting...Echoreyn of Athens' Guide to AthfestWhat is Athfest?Here's the lowdown on the festival for those new to this scene. More than 150 bands will fill our town with their tunes throughout the massive show which spans

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For optimal viewing of these picks on a mobile device, click here!After the hundreds of bands and the insanity that has been and will continue to be this June, July sure seems pretty quiet. The shows we’ve got to look forward to, though, are guaranteed to be incredible! Weirdly enough, it looks like Sundays are joining the Fridays and Saturdays of the month to make these upcoming weekends chock

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The power emanating from the Caledonia Lounge this past Saturday night was truly something to behold. The three bands that gathered there to play for us were unequalled in their skill, and they took the stage as masters of their craft. The first band to drive us wild were longtime favorites of the blog and veritable rulers of the noise rock scene, Bambara. As one of their final shows in Athens

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Read part 1, part 2, and part 3 of the Summer Side Show 9 experience!As darkness settled over the festival, Misfortune500, one of my top Athens favorites and the band sweet enough to share their Summer Side Show adventure with me, began setting up. A few weeks ago, I tweeted that I could happily see this band play a live show once a week and still never get sick of them, and since that time,

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Click for part 1 and part 2 of the Summer Side Show 9 experience!Breezes finally arrived to ease the heat of the day by late afternoon. Sweeter, more melodic tunes rode these breezes into our ears from every corner of the field as the general tone of the festival began to soften.Over on the main stage, Florida's Quiet Science began their set of soft, soothing rock. The band's pure quality sound

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For Part 1 of the Summer Side Show 9 experience, click here!As the heat climbed to even more unbearable heights, I knew that every band's set I caught would be a violent battle between myself and the sun's harsh rays. So, armed with a can of SPF 70 sunscreen and a full bottle of lemonade-flavored Vitamin Water (that stuff's expensive but I highly recommend it), I journeyed forth to find more rad

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This past weekend was most eventful! Quite unexpectedly, I was invited to join my friend Jordan and the always-spectacular band Misfortune500 for a trip to Columbus, GA's festival of tunes, Summer Side Show. For me, it was my first true look into the action behind the scenes, from start to finish, of a day-long multistage show. Exciting, indeed! The day started off rather early as hundreds of

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Sunday's the last day! You have until midnight on Sunday night to vote for all your favorite bands in our local version of the Grammys, the Flagpole Athens Music Awards. Don't miss your chance! You can vote right here. Still not sure who to vote for? Well, Echoreyn of Athens and Athens Music Junkie have teamed up to tell you who has our vote and who we think just might win too. We've

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June has arrived, washing heat waves over our fine city of Athens. So what's the best way to keep cool in this insane weather? Let's soak in some tunes! And this month is Athfest month, so we've got TONS of bands and events to look forward to. Can't wait!Fri, June 3: Madeline @ 8 PM @ 40 WattWith their soft dark rock tunes, Madeline and the Black Velvet Band's show at the 40 Watt is the

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Paint, blacklights, and an awesome party? Yes, please! We finish off this year's Video Week with the ever-so-cool music video for local pop band the Orkids' catchy tune "What Is It With Me." Be sure to check it out, and have a wild weekend, my pals!Dying to see more Athens bands rockin' the video scene? Check out all of the entries for Echoreyn of Athens' Video Week 2011 here!

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Our video for today comes from former Athens/current New York band and resident master of irreverent humor Mud Scholar. Entitled "Boy Meets World (A Tribute)," this is his ridiculously over-the-top ode to and certainly unique take on everybody's favorite 90s TGIF sitcom. After all, who doesn't love a great big dose of shirtlessness and Mr. Feeny? (To clarify, this video does NOT contain a

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Happy Wednesday, my friends! Today's artsy video comes to us from local country funk rockers Sam Sniper. Featuring dual tracks, the poetry-filled "THIS" easing into the rolling tune "Comfortable Hypocrisy", and overlaid with eerie and evocative imagery, this one is definitely quite an experience!Dying to see more Athens bands rockin' the video scene? Check out all of the entries for Echoreyn of

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I was rather determined not to review any bands this week. After all, this is Video Week, my visually immersive break from show reviews and general observations on the scene. But the city of Athens had different plans in store for me. I chanced going to one show, a single night of music featuring today's music video creators, blog favorite Sam Sniper. Surely I would be able to resist whatever

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Today, we have the long-awaited video for local band Doctor Squid's massively popular hit "On My Way (Whoa)". I love its stripped-down look and rather sentimental feel. Enjoy!Dying to see more Athens bands rockin' the video scene? Check out all of the entries for Echoreyn of Athens' Video Week 2011 here!

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All over town, our favorite bands have been releasing rockin' music videos you've just got to see! Afraid you've been missing out? Never fear. Introducing Echoreyn of Athens' very first Video Week! That's right. Don't forget to check back here every day of this week to catch another awesome video brought to us by a local tunemaker. Exciting!And there's no better band to kick off our week

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Here at Echoreyn of Athens, we've been big fans of local band Tealvox for quite some time. Naturally, then, when their rockin' former bassist Phil Scheidt made the permanent move to Atlanta, we just had to find out what he was up to. Here's what he had to say.Echoreyn: So you recently moved to Atlanta. What are you doing with your music there?Phil: I drive all around the greater Atlanta area to

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All of the bands on 40 Watt's bill last Friday night have garnered quite a bit of buzz about themselves. As such, I knew I would just have to split my time between my friends' graduation and this crazy stacked lineup. Kicking off the night, the Young Orchids played for us a very indie set with a sort of old school vibe. Their soft pop rock songs layered with the punk-like vocals of the lead

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Happy graduation to all you awesome people moving up in the world today! And happy summer to everyone who’s now free from the bounds of homework and projects! I urge each and every one of you to take at least a week to rest, relax, and party it up in celebration.But what about the rest of the summer? Well, never fear, Athfest is near! Once again, the creators of this fest to end all fests have

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There's nothing like catching your old favorites in action once again! Experimental electronic artist Aman Amun took a break from his current digs in the NYC on Friday to give those of us here in Athens another taste of his deeply introspective tunes. Aman Amun, musician Brian McGaw's alter ego, opted to begin the show with a few quieter songs that demonstrated a strength of sound and a

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