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Nadra Bingham, Saxophonist, is from Memphis, TN. She studied music at University of Memphis and moved to Atlanta in 2010 in order to expand her musical horizons.
She performs most weekends with various corporate bands and can often be seen playing in venues in and around Atlanta with local artists. “For me, playing saxophone is the expression of my soul. When I feel it, think it, speak it through the horn, it’s a soul to soul connection-and that is what people are tapping in to.”
This event is slated for Sunday, Feb. 10 at 8 p.m. at The Federal Coffee, 6365 Spalding Drive #ste d Peachtree Corners, GA 30092.
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Time to get boo’d up! Ella Mai is set to perform at The Tabernacle in downtown Atlanta on March 18 and 19.
Ella Mai rose to stardom in 2018 after the massive success of her first single “Boo’d Up.” The English singer was actually discovered byDJ Mustard, who signed her to his label 10 Summers Records.
See the date: Ella Mai plays the Tabernacle in Atlanta
Her recent EP, “”Ready, was released in February 2017 and continues to chart well. Originally from the UK, Ella Mai went to school for music and is overjoyed that she’s finally getting the chance to show the world what she’s made of.
Ella Mai’s tour schedule takes her through several U.S. dates during the first part of 2019. Here is the complete tour schedule:
Ella Mai U.S. tour 2019
All ages welcome. Doors 7PM Show 8PM The main floor is general admission, standing room only. The balconies are reserved, assigned seating.
Ella Mai Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale: Fri, 26 Oct 2018 at 10:00 AM
Citi® Cardmember Presale: Tue, 23 Oct 2018 at 10:00 AM
Ticketmaster Presale: Wed, 24 Oct 2018 at 10:00 AM
Live Nation Mobile App Presale: Wed, 24 Oct 2018 at 10:00 AM
Citi® Cardmember Preferred: Fri, 26 Oct 2018 at 10:00 AM
VIP Presale: Wed, 24 Oct 2018 at 10:00 AM
VIP Onsale: Fri, 26 Oct 2018 at 10:00 AM
Live Nation Presale: Wed, 24 Oct 2018 at 10:00 AM
Official Platinum Presale: Wed, 24 Oct 2018 at 06:00 PM
Official Platinum Public Onsale: Fri, 26 Oct 2018 at 10:00 AM
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Very soon, there’s going to be a fusion like you’ve never seen or heard: The Pancakes & Booze Art Show will commence at the Georgia Freight Depot in Midtown.
The art show is slated for March 29.
The Pancakes & Booze Art Show provides art lovers an opportunity to explore more than 500 pieces of artwork created by some 100+ artists local to Atlanta’s unparalleled art scene. Alongside an immensely wide variety of pop art, fine art, and photography; show goers can sip on some of the dankest craft beer or signature cocktails while consuming free pancakes over and over again.
-100+ Emerging Local Artists
-Live Body Painting
– Live Art
– FREE Pancake Bar
– 21+ EVENT
– 8pm – 2am$10 Door (cash only)
$15 Line Jumper (limited quantities)Address:
Georgia Freight Depot
65 Martin Luther King Jr Dr
Atlanta, GA 30334
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Atlanta rapper and activist Killer Mike has been taking the internet by storm with provocative comments on public schools, Jesus, entrepreneurship and other topics lately.
You may know Killer Mike, aka, Michael Render, is one-half of the rap group Run The Jewels. But he’s also known to Atlantans as part of the Dungeon Family. He’s rapped on numerous projects with Big Boi, Outkast and the whole clique for over two decades now.
Killer Mike Interview: Videos you didn’t see
But Killer Mike has gotten much praise and adulation — and criticism — for what he’s said lately about public education vs. private education. His commentary on Atlanta Public Schools, and the confidence it gave him is a huge shout-out to public school education.
“I’m saying to put confident children into the world … We always love that copout of ‘I sent my children here to get a better education’ … Oh it’s a great education, the education don’t even teach you Egypt is in Africa, don’t teach you to be proud about nothing about yourself, it only teaches you to take tests well,”he said.
Killer Mike interview: Breakfast Club
Killer Mike also went on Sway Calloway’s “Sway in the Morning” show, where he doubled down on the education system and also spoke about religion.
“I want to sit down with President Trump on the next season of ‘Trigger Warnings,” he said. “I’m coming to talk to you about reparations, real reparations.”
Killer Mike also went on Joe Rogan’s show and discussed black Jesus and race. “I don’t think people trust the divinity in themselves. … Ithink we’re scared to turn off the lights and see something devine within ourselves because once we do that, it requires that we act differently.”
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This is one of those weekends in Atlanta that they warn you about: Good food, live music, sports and parties are everywhere. There are so many things to do in Atlanta this weekend, it’s hard to keep up, but let’s try, shall we?
Things to do in Atlanta this weekend include parties, conventions, Wine & Rhymes at Apache Cafe, a film festival, a winter anime fest and much, much more.
Things to do in Atlanta this weekend
Things to do on Friday, Feb. 8
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8:00 p.m. / State Farm Arena
- Atlanta Jewish Film Festival
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G Jones9:00 p.m. / Tabernacle
- 1 – 2 pm. / Black History at Oakland Cemetery
Atlanta Jewish Film Festival: Feb. 6-26
started yesterday and runs through Feb. 26. Check out the schedule here: https://www.ajff.org/films/schedule
Apache Cafe: Wine & Rhymes
Wine & Rhymes is a monthly open mic and artist showcase accompanied by canvas painting sketched with images of prolific artists. see deets.
Emory University Jazz Festival with Vanessa Rubin, vocalist
The second weekend of February begins with Emory Jazz Fest. Vanessa Rubin, jazz vocalist, who joins the Gary Motley Trio on Friday, Feb. 8, at 8 p.m. On Saturday, Feb. 9, at 8 p.m. the Emory Big Band showcases the best in jazz repertoire for Big Band Night.
Things to do in Atlanta this week: Saturday, Feb 9, 2019
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Bert Kreischer8:00 p.m. / Tabernacle
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Fast Break 5k8:00 a.m. / State Farm Arena
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Closing: February Atlanta ApparelAmericasMart Atlanta
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Hawks vs. Hornets7:30 p.m. / State Farm Arena
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Love Stories of Oakland: Valentine’s Day Edition2:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. / Oakland Cemetery
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Graveyard + Uncle Acid and The Deadbeats7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. / Masquerade
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Brown Girl Coalition Lunch
Things to do in Atlanta on Sunday, Feb. 10
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Celebrate Chinese New Year: A Cultural Exploration11:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. / The Children’s Museum of Atlanta
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Hawks vs. Magic7:30 p.m. / State Farm Arena
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Love Stories of Oakland: Valentine’s Day Edition2:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. / Oakland Cemetery
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Closing: WAITRESS at the Fox TheatreThe Fox Theatre
Seishun Con Atlanta 2019
Seishun Con 2019 is proud to return in 2019 for its ninth year! From Feb. 8 and 9, the weekend is full of panels, guests, vendors, contests and much more. Seishun Con IX will be held at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, conveniently located in the heart of downtown Atlanta with easy MARTA access available via light rail and bus service. We have also partnered with Parking Panda to help you get the best parking rates on surface lots, and be able to reserve your parking in advance! Click here to be taken to their site.
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Join a local chef at the Cutco Kitchen in Atlanta for a free cooking class and night of culinary fun. The cooking class is Tuesday, February 19, 2019 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST.
Let Cutco help you make quick work of food prep for an easy Slow-Cooker Pot Roast recipe. We’ll take you through the skills needed to create savory and satisfying dishes that will make your mouth water.
The address of the event is Cutco Kitchen, 3330 Piedmont Road Northeast Atlanta, GA 30305.
The event is free so bring your friends!
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NaanStop has opened at Atlantic Station in Midtown Atlanta. The new Atlanta restaurant specializing in fresh Indian food is expanding in its hometown.
NaanStop was started by Neal and Samir Idnani, two metro Atlanta brothers. The concept actually owes much of its beginnings to Los Angeles. That’s where the brothers opened a food truck in January 2011 in order to learn the restaurant business and what it takes to serve people on a daily basis.
NaanStop opens Atlantic Station location in Midtown
At Atlantic Station, NaanStop takes over in the space formerly occupied by Tin Drum Asian Kitchen near the escalator.
Favorite menu items at NaanStop include Chicken Tikka Masala, Kabob, Chola
and Punjabi Dal.NaanStop is a fast-casual Indian restaurant with the goal of turning Indian cuisine into everyday fare at your kitchen table.
Where is NaanStop located in Atlanta?
NaanStop is located at the following locations around Atlanta:
NaanStop downtown:
64 Broad St NW
Atlanta, GA 30303NaanStop Buckhead
3420 Piedmont Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30305NaanStop Atlantic Station
265 18th St NW #4110, Atlanta, GA 30363
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The 2019 Bounce Trumpet Awards, the annual black-tie awards ceremony honoring black achievement, recently took place in Atlanta at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre.
The Bounce Trumpet Awards were hosted by actress Wendy Raquel Robinson and R&B singer Tank. The event featured musical performances as well as honors for entertainers and community organizers.
Celebrities honored at 2019 Bounce Trumpet Awards
Mark your calendars: The gala event will be broadcast on Bounce TV on Sunday Feb. 17 at 9:00 p.m. ET.
During the 2019 Bounce Trumpet Awards viewers will see:
- The inaugural Xernona Clayton Award being presented to GRAMMY® Award-winning rapper, actor, entrepreneur and activist Tip T.I. Harris by Trumpet Awards founder and civil rights leader Ms. Clayton herself.
- The Music Excellence Award going to four-time GRAMMY® Award-winning record producer, rapper and songwriter Rodney Jerkins aka Darkchild. Artists Jade Novah, Keyshia Cole, Justine Skye and Sevyn Streeter will all take the stage to perform chart-topping hits produced by Darkchild including “Say My Name” (Destiny’s Child), “Angel of Mine” (Monica), “The Boy is Mine” (Brandy and Monica) and “Shoulda Let You Go” (Keyshia Cole).
- The Living Legend Award being accepted by actor, comedian, film director and writer Robert Townsend. In a tribute based on music from Townsend’s hit film The Five Heartbeats, artists Kim Burrell, Q. Parker and Brian Courtney Wilson grace the stage to perform “Nights Like This,” “Haven’t Finished Yet” and “A Heart is a House for Love.”
- The Trailblazer Award being presented to GRAMMY ® Award-nominated rapper MC Lyte. A special tribute includes Big Tigger, Lil’ Mama, DJ K Rock, Da Brat and YoYo performing select hits from MC Lyte’s career including “I Wanna Be Down” (Remix), “Lyte as a Rock,” “Paper Thin” and Self Destruction.”
How to watch the Trumpet Awards
If you want to know how to watch the 2019 Bounce Trumpet Awards, you’ll need a television with a digital tuner. if you have one, you’re equipped to scan and add channels such as Bounce TV. If not, you may need a traditional television antenna or an outside antenna.
If that doesn’t work, call your local TV provider and ask that they carry Bounce TV.
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The hit Fox TV show “Star” is hiring new talent in February 2019 around the Atlanta area. “Star” in its third season, stars Queen Latifah, Benjamin Bratt, Lenny Kravitz, Jude Demorest, Ryan Destiny, and Brittany O’Grady.
Star Season 3 Casting Call: How to apply
***STAR***
Work: 2/5
Location: Atlanta, GA
Rate: $88/10There is a big RED CARPET MUSIC AWARDS scene happening tomorrow in Atlanta on STAR. I am looking for all the fabulous types you would see at this type of event. Think GRAMMYS or AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS etc. On the red carpet you would see ARTISTS and CELEBRITIES and EXECUTIVES and ENTOURAGE and PAPARAZZI and REPORTERS etc.
Please take a look at the categories below (everyone must be at least 18 years of age or older):
NEWS CREW TYPES / PAPARAZZI: Males and Females, any ethnicity, who look in the 30’s to 50’s age range, who have business casual attire in darker colors, to play CAMERAMEN, SOUNDGUYS, or PAPARAZZI. No visible tattoos.
BODYGUARDS/SECURITY: Males, any ethnicity, who look in the 30’s to 40’s age range, who have a black suit, who have a secret service or cop type look and build, clean cut clean shaven, no visible tattoos.
REPORTERS / EXECUTIVES: Males or Females, any ethnicity, who look in the 30’s to 60’s age range, nice upscale business look and attire, you should look like wealthy business types, no visible tattoos.
INFLUENCERS/FANS: Males or Females, any ethnicity, who look in the 20’s to 60’s age range, attractive music lover types, who are either ARTIST types, or entourage or friends or family of the Artists. You can look like a current music artist, or music legend type, or up and coming artist types. Great look and red carpet worthy wardrobe! No visible tattoos.
If you fit any of the categories above, and you are at least 18 years of age or older, and you have the right look and wardrobe for a RED CARPET EVENT, and you are fully open and available to work tomorrow Tuesday Feb. 5th in Atlanta, please submit an e-mail with your name, a current photo, sizes, and contact information to Star@centralcasting.com. Please put RED CARPET in the subject line, and then in the body of the e-mail you can list which category or categories you are submitting for. No phone calls please, if you are selected to work, a Central Casting representative will contact you with booking information. If you are not currently registered with Central casting, you must have the proper documents to fill out an I9 form in order to submit. Thank You.
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A food hall is being built at Colony Square, AtlantaFi has learned. The food hall will be called “Main & Main” and be operated by hospitality group Oz Rey LLC out of Texas.
The plans call for between 15 and 18 food options adn two bars in the food hall. Unlike the other two food halls in Midtown — Ponce City Market and Krog Street Market — the Colony Square food hall may display more ethnic foods, if what they’ve done in Houston is a guide.
Colony Square getting a food hall
The Colony Square food hall is slated to open in 2020. It will size at 22,500 square feet. No tenants have been announced, but Goronkin said to look for cuisine centered around oyster, Vietnamese food and tacos.
The food hall is part of the $400 million renovation being done at the Midtown Atlanta location. Oz Rey is also the developers behind a proposed food hall in Gwinnett County’s Revel mixed-used development.
Colony Square is in the midst of planning on a massive redevelopment project that will bring ultimately bring new retail space, a food hall and movie theater to Peachtree by November 2019.
Iselle Kitchen + Bar is another Atlanta restaurant set to open at Colony Square. The eatery is set to make its debut in the fall of 2019, as we previously reported.
In 2018, Colony Square launched a partnership with Fooda to bring “restaurant pop-ups” to the Midtown development.
Colony Square scored a deal with office lunch outprint Fooda to bring pop-up shop food options to Midtown. Fooda will bring daily eats to the complex from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Read more: Colony Square teams up with Fooda ‘Pop-Ups’
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