Whether your college time has started, are here for orientation or are still deciding if UGA’s right for you, take some time to explore the Classic City like the locals do! You’ll discover why Athens is the perfect college home for your next four years, and parents, you'll find that visiting your…
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Whether you are shopping for Mother's Day, mom's birthday, or just because mom is the best,here's a guide to the perfect gifts…
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The best season of the year is slowly approaching and no, I'm not just talking about Autumn.Although who doesn't love that? I am talking about the season of live music here in Athens, GA…
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Paste Magazine is known for being on top of trends, so we know you'll be as interested (and thrilled) as we were to have them publish guides to Athens, Georgia, restaurants and the Athens music scene. You'll want to make these recommendations from Paste Magazine part of your Athens GA itinerary…
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Photo Credit: Athfest Educates It’s no secret that Athens, GA is a music town. From classic favorites like R.E.M. and The B-52s to newcomers like Mothers and New Madrid, the music industry has been getting a taste of Athens for generations. On your visit to Athens, check out some of Athens' best spots to hear live music to stay up to date on the local music scene and possibly catch Athens’ next big star…
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Live music is the heartbeat of Athens, GA, making it the epicenter of the Year of Georgia Music.The echoes of music pioneers like R.E.M. and The B-52s can still be heard in the music venues that pepper our flourishing college town, and our music scene continues to nurture fresh talent year after year. Whether you want to hear national acts or up-and-coming local bands, Athens' music venues outperform any other city our size. …
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In a dim, narrow room that is Athens' own Caledonia Lounge, a band plays to a crowd of less than 30. The only people there who have heard of the group before are friends of the musicians. There's a…
Continue ReadingNative Athenians are already familiar with the Classic City's fabulous culinary fare and live music scene, but now, readers of Gourmet Magazineacross the country are becoming acquainted with the…
Continue ReadingAs we get closer to the weekend, I personally am anticipating many fun things to do in Athens, GA. The skies have cleared and there are really great outdoor offerings coming up that will give you…
Continue ReadingLocal Bands featured at the Caledonia Lounge I'm not a music aficionado. I listen to a mix of whatever is on the radio (R.I.P. 95.5), mos def cd's, and a shuffled iTunes library that I have neither the time nor inclination to organize. Most of the songs are listed by track number. This is why I…
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