Trying to seek personal meaning in another's death is an inherently selfish thing to do, but today I want to be selfish. I want to vent. I want to know why I'm back writing obituaries for my friends. I want to not think about it, but here we are. Damien Schaefer died this weekend after … Continue reading A story about Damien
Cindy Wilson has put together quite the group of musicians for her album, many of them familiar faces around Athens. The resulting meeting of minds has grown from a one time project into a full fledged album and this lovely teaser EP. Sunrise - This lovely, delicate groove will make you long for a nice … Continue reading Sunrise by Cindy Wilson
I often worry a bit when someone local hits their third album. It's a tricky point for any artist when they've found an audience and tapped into an approachable sound but they need to grow on their own terms. Will your audience follow or will you fall out of favor? Sonderlust proves that Kishi Bashi … Continue reading Sonderlust by Kishi Bashi
R.E.M.'s Mike Mills will be performing his concerto for violin, rock band, and string orchestra at the Performing Arts Center on the 24th at 8 p.m. Tickets are $67-$77. You can read more about it from the AJC here. It's almost time for WUOG's annual "Birth-o'ween" celebration and the station is looking for submissions for … Continue reading Athens Music News Roundup: October
