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Of course, you’re familiar with Making the Band, the reality TV show that has developed a cult following 20+ years since it last aired on MTV.
Now, Viacom is rebooting Making the Band, and they’re casting in Atlanta. The idea behind the show is that Sean “Diddy” Combs and his team are once again trying to come up with the “ultimate new musical group.”
Making The Band Atlanta: Here’s How To Apply
Despite his name recognition, Diddy is not as involved as he was previously, but his three sons are up to the task.
Eligibility Requirements
Among other rules, here are some of the main requirements:
- You must be at least 18 years of age
- You must be a U.S. citizen, a legal permanent U.S. resident, or possess the appropriate U.S. employment authorization
- You are not currently a candidate for public office
- If chosen to move on, you will be required to reside for a while in Los Angeles (although the city may change)
- You are currently not a party to a music publishing contract or any obligation that would hinder endorsement, merchandising or promotion.
How To Audition For Making the Band 2
To audition for Making the Band, you’ll need the following:
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- Submit an online “audition” to MakingTheBandCasting.com
- Pick a Song: Select from the list of songs on the Site that are permitted as audition songs (the “Approved Songs”). Only performances of Approved Songs will be considered and failure to comply may result in your submission being disregarded.
- Record and Upload your Performance: Record yourself singing one (1) of the Approved Songs (your “Video Audition”), with backing track, or beats and follow the submission instructions to upload your video.
Final Words
Auditions will remain open until March 22, 2020 (the “Submission Deadline”). The Submission Deadline may be changed in Producer’s sole discretion, so you should continue to check the Site for any updates.
Atlanta has become a movie mecca in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area in 2018-19 and the foreseeable future.
There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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The Atlanta Food & Wine Festival is set to return to the city on May 28-31. This year the event will be celebrating its 10th anniversary.On tap will be a smorgasbord of activities paying homage to the very best of the Southern palette.
Atlanta Food & Wine Festival 2020: Everything You Want To Know
If you’re a foodie or are just a person interested in the culinary arts, this is a must-attend event! Attendees will be able to enjoy immersive Learning Experiences, Tasting Tents, curated dinners and more.
The festival this year will feature some of the best chefs, sommeliers and mixologists in the South, including Atlanta restaurateurs Chris Wilkins (Root Baking Co.) and Ron Hsu (Lazy Betty) and other James Beard Foundation Semifinalists.
Also on hand will be:- Sara Bradley (Kentucky)
- Brad Deboy (DC)
- Paul Taylor (DC)
- Matt Tunstall (SC)
- Brian Noyes (VA)
- Neal Bodenheimer (LA)
- Todd Thrasher (DC)
- Eric Crane, CWE (GA)
- Kevin Ouzts (GA)
- Chris Lilly (AL)
- Matt Lee and Ted Lee (SC)
- Mark Abernathy (AR)
- Todd Richards (GA)
- Miles Macquarrie (GA)
- Steven Satterfield (GA)
- David Guas (VA)
When Is The Atlanta Food & Wine Festival 2020?
The Atlanta Food & Wine Festival is Thursday, May 28 to Sunday, 31, 2020.
The festival is being produced by co-founder Elizabeth Feichter along with Agency 21 Consulting.
“Ten years is quite a landmark year for us. We want to honor and include themes from previous years while also looking forward to the culinary trends of the future. As always, we love to explore new flavors, dishes, and ingredients from unexpected places across the region, and this year will be no different,” says Feichter. “This year’s celebration offers a refreshed structure for the Festival itself, shifting away from an Advisory Council and offering even more ways for all talent to contribute and be celebrated than ever before.”
How To Get Tickets
Tickets can be purchased at atlantafoodandwinefestival.com.
At this point, Atlanta cuisine has become indispensable to the South. The largest city in Georgia’s food festivals and culinary events set the tone for the entire Southeast.
Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?
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The Spring Wine Festival 2019 returns to historic Fourth Ward Park on Saturday, April 11, with wine, beer, music and more. at Piedmont Park in Midtown. Hours will be 1 – 5 pm, Saturday, April 11.
This is a 21 and up event, no kids, no babies, no pets. Chairs, blankets, and small bags are okay. No outside food or beverage. Rain or shine event, no refunds.
Atlanta Spring Wine Festival: Historic 4th Ward Park
The Spring Wine Festival won’t have Designated Driver Tickets. Free bottled water available. Beer and Wine will be cut off at 4:45pm. Do Not Drink and Drive.
They reserve the right to cut off anyone who has had enough alcohol.
The Atlanta Spring Wine Festival will feature 50+ Wines, Beer & Cider, Live Music, Air conditioned DJ Tent and more.
The address of Old Fourth Ward Park is Historic 4th Ward Park 665 North Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30308.
$45 advance, $50 after April 2, $60 day of event
First 500 just $35
Tickets go on sale Wednesday February 12 at 10amYou Should Explore Atlanta Today
First, to find all the good things happening in the city this week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are. Downtown Atlanta or Midtown often has something cool going on!
Are you a beer drinker? You also may want to visit to a craft brewery in the city.
Check out these events in Atlanta today and this week and this weekend:
For a month’s view: The Official Atlanta Events Calendar
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Jazz Age Jeopardy Dinner Show is a whodunit murder mystery set in the 1920s. The show is playing from Jan. 31 to April 26, 2020 at 675 Metropolitan Parkway SW.
The price of admission starts at $48, and includes a buffet-style dinner and audience participation solving a crime.
Jazz Age Jeopardy Atlanta: Everything You Need To Know
Atlanta has so much to do that you need a curated guide to help you sort through it all. Make sure you subscribe to our #ATLHaps newsletter that gives you a weekly tab of Atlanta events you don’t want to miss.
Explore Atlanta At Your Own Pace
First, to find all the good things happening in the city this week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are. Downtown Atlanta or Midtown often has something cool going on!
Are you a beer drinker? You also may want to visit to a craft brewery in the city.
Check out these events in Atlanta today and this week and this weekend:
- For a month’s view: The Official Atlanta Events Calendar
- For a more immediate look, check Things to do in Atlanta This Week
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LSU whipped the Oklahoma Sooners 63-28 in the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl on Saturday evening. The game was played at the enormous Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Here are five things to know about the game, which sets up an LSU-Clemson national championship game.
1. Peach Bowl Attendance Sets Record
The 2019 Peach Bowl broke an attendance record, with 78,347 counted in the stadium.
Joe Burrow isn't the only one breaking records tonight. Tonight's #CFAPeachBowl sets a new attendance record at @MBStadium! pic.twitter.com/YDX8Gl46Aj
— Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl (@CFAPeachBowl) December 29, 2019
2. Peach Bowl Win Puts LSU In Record Books
With the win, LSU improved to 14-0, a win total they have never reached before. But the Tigers broke several records behind the Heisman-winning quarterback Joe Burrow.
𝗠.𝗩.𝗣@LSUfootball | #CFAPeachBowl pic.twitter.com/80OzRzc6Gt
— Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl (@CFAPeachBowl) December 29, 2019
3. Tale Of Two Quarterbacks
On paper, LSU and Oklahoma were statistically identical, but the game really came down to the two quarterbacks.
“What a tremendous job by everybody,” Orgeron said. “One team, one heartbeat. Everybody in our organization. We got tremendous play by Joe Burrow and have a great coaching staff.”
Two incredible QBs. pic.twitter.com/h9FmkCEMTs
— Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl (@CFAPeachBowl) December 29, 2019
4. ESPN Reporter Among 5 Dead In Plane Crash
Carley McCord, a Louisiana sports reporter and the daughter-in-law of LSU OC Steve Ensminger, was among those who died in a plane crash while en route to the Tigers game in Atlanta.
“We are sending so many thoughts and prayers to the Ensminger family, as well as Carley McCord’s family.”
Carley McCord, daughter-in-law of LSU offensive coordinator Steve Ensminger, died in a plane crash while en route to the Tigers' CFP semifinal. pic.twitter.com/hY4zwujHGC
— SEC Network (@SECNetwork) December 28, 2019
Atlanta has been a college football oasis for the LSU Tigers. Burrow has thrown 11 touchdowns there just in the month of December alone. But will he win the ‘chip?
Atlanta has so much to do that you need a curated guide to help you sort through it all. Make sure you subscribe to our #ATLHaps newsletter that gives you a weekly tab of Atlanta events you don’t want to miss.
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First, to find all the good things happening in the city this week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are. CNN Center often has something cool going on! Check out these events in Atlanta today and this week and this weekend:
- For a month’s view: The Official Atlanta Events Calendar
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One of the many places to enjoy a good meal in Atlanta is during the brunch hour, which is roughly between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.
Elleven45 Lounge is throwing an epic brunch party in Buckhead and you won’t want to miss it. You can expect all the great food typically found on a brunch menu, from waffles, pancakes and mimosas and more.
Where Is Elleven45 Lounge Located?
Elleven45 Lounge is located at 2110 Peachtree Road NW Atlanta, GA 30309. Here is a map to help you find it.
Explore Atlanta At Your Own Pace
First, to find all the good things happening in the city this week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are. CNN Center often has something cool going on! Check out these events in Atlanta today and this week and this weekend:
- For a month’s view: The Official Atlanta Events Calendar
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The 8th annual Atlanta Veg Fest will take place on Saturday, November 9, at The Forum at Infinite Energy Center.
The event promises to bring the public the very latest in healthy eating, holistic routines and diet regimens.
Atlanta Veg Fest: Everything you need to know
The event is asking for a $5 donation for entry for adults. There also be presentations, a vegan-friendly marketplace and activities for kids.
Doors open at 10 a.m. The first 300 guests will receive goodie bags filled with coupons and free samples from some of our generous sponsors. The exhibit hall will close at 5 p.m. and the last speaker finishes at 6 p.m.
Speakers for the 2019 event include:
See the whole speakers list here.
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If you want some downhome cookin’, live music and good times, there’s only one place to be this weekend: The Acworth Beer & Wine Fest.
The event features 100 beers, wines, mimosas, live music, and food for sale in Acworth, Georgia. Festivities kick off Saturday, Nov. 9 at 1 p.m. and will run until 5 p.m.
Acworth Beer & Wine Fest: Everything you need to know
The Acworth Beer & Wine Fest is a 21 and over event and no pets are allowed. It will take place in downtown Acworth.
Here’s what it costs to enter:
- $40 (after Oct. 31)
- $50 at event
Where Will The Acworth Beer & Wine Fest Take Place?
The Acworth Beer & Wine Fest will take place at 4415 Senator Russell Avenue, Acworth, GA 30101. Here is a map to help you find it.
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The Georgia Seafood Festival is set for Nov. 9, 2019 at the Battery Atlanta. The festival will showcase the culinary excellence of the Georgia Coastal Seafood scene.
Attendees will get to sample mouth-watering varieties of the freshest fish, cooked in various styles, with an emphasis on Georgian wild shrimp.
Georgia Seafood Festival: Everything You Need To Know
The festival will give you a chance to sample fresh produce from all over the state and play in some fun and games related to Georgia’s agriculture and fishing industries.
There will also be live music courtesy of bans from Georgia’s coastal cities. You’ll also be able to learn about the Georgia coast and vacation communities.
You’ll also get a tableside seat at a qualifying competition for the Annual World Cooking Championships, where Atlanta’s top amateur and professional chefs will square off.
The event will be hosted by Chef Jernard Wells, who has appeared on The Food Network and The Cooking Channel.Here are the best new restaurants in Atlanta
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The Porches & Pies Fall Festival is set to happen on Saturday, October 19, 2019 in southwest Atlanta.
The festival will take place in historic Adair Park. The event features a pie bake-off for professionals and hobby bakers, pie tasting, music, kids activities and an artists market.
Porches & Pies Fall Festival: Everything you need to know
Time: Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019 from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Place: Adair Park
Address: 742 Catherine St SW
Atlanta, GA 30310
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- For a month’s view: The Official Atlanta Events Calendar
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