Blues Music in Atlanta

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About the Blues Scene in Atlanta

Atlanta’s blues scene is as storied as the genre itself, rooted in raw emotion, rich traditions, and electrifying performances. From smoky clubs and local legends to national headliners and independent record shops, the blues continues to thrive across the city. Use this guide to catch upcoming shows, discover blues artists from Atlanta and beyond, and dive into “Blues and Beyond,” our long-running column by critic Hal Horowitz, covering the records, concerts, and personalities that keep the genre alive.

Critic’s Picks for Upcoming Blues Shows

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Hippies & Cowboys at Avon Theater with Special Guest Parker Barrow

10/30/2026 8:00 PM

Avon Theater

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Fri., Oct. 30
Hippies & Cowboys, Parker Barrow, Avon Theater — Direct from...

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Jontavious Willis Presents The Blues Crusaders at Blind Willie's

11/01/2026 6:30 PM

Blind Willie's

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Sun., Nov. 1

Jontavious Willis Presents The Blues Crusaders, Blind Willie’s —...

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Coco Montoya – Writing on the Wall at Eddie's Attic

11/03/2026 7:00 PM

Eddie's Attic

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Tues., Nov. 3

Coco Montoya, Eddie’s Attic — Veteran left-handed blues guitarist...

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Murray Attaway, Peter Holsapple, and Don Dixon: Trio in the Attic w/ Special Guest Clay Harper at Eddie's Attic

11/12/2026 7:00 PM

Eddie's Attic

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Thurs. Nov. 12

Murray Attaway with Peter Holsapple and Don Dixon, Clay Harper,...

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Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band at Avon Theater with Special Guests Adrian & Meredith

11/12/2026 8:00 PM

Avon Theater

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Thurs., Nov. 12

Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band, Adrian & Meredith, Avon Theatre —...

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The Peter Karp Band, Album Release Party For Jersey Town at Eddie's Attic

11/13/2026 7:00 PM

Eddie's Attic

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Fri., Nov. 13

Peter Karp, Eddie’s Attic — Bluesy/soulful/multi-instrumentalist...

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Toronzo Cannon at Blind Willie's

11/21/2026 9:00 PM

Blind Willie's

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Sat., Nov. 21

Toronzo Cannon, Blind Willie’s — Chicago guitarist Cannon is...

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Upcoming Blues Concerts in Atlanta

See the full concert and live music listings on our Blues Music Events Calendar

Hippies & Cowboys at Avon Theater with Special Guest Parker Barrow

10/30/2026 8:00 PM

Avon Theater

CRITIC’S PICK
Fri., Oct. 30
Hippies & Cowboys, Parker Barrow, Avon Theater — Direct from...

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The Venus Kings at Blind Willie's

10/30/2026 9:00 PM

Blind Willie's

The Venus Kings performs at Blind Willie's. 21+.

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Cody Matlock at Blind Willie's

10/31/2026 9:00 PM

Blind Willie's

Cody Matlock performs at Blind Willie's. 21+.

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Ralph Roddenbery & Friends! at Eddie's Attic

11/01/2026 6:00 PM

Eddie's Attic

Ralph Roddenbery & Friends live at Eddie’s Attic!

Ralph Roddenbery is a charismatic, unique and impressionable singer/songwriter who has been part o...

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Jontavious Willis Presents The Blues Crusaders at Blind Willie's

11/01/2026 6:30 PM

Blind Willie's

CRITIC’S PICK
Sun., Nov. 1

Jontavious Willis Presents The Blues Crusaders, Blind Willie’s —...

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Uncle Sugar at Northside Tavern

11/01/2026 9:00 PM

Northside Tavern

Uncle Sugar performs blues, Americana, classic R&amp;B and rock, with songs by Johnny Cash, B.B. King, Freddie King and Albert King. The group fea...

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Blues Artists from Atlanta

For the full Atlanta directory, see the band and musician directory.

Albert White

Albert White, an Atlanta native, grew up playing behind his uncle, Piano Red, a legendary Rhythm & Blues powerhouse who had many hits including the so...

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Nate Nelson

From the ashes of all the great musicians that have come out of Atlanta, Georgia comes Nathan Nelson. If you were to wander the clubs, bars and honky-...

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Nathalie Rose

Nathalie Rose is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist who started exploring music in church at a young age. Whether she’s on violin, bass, ...

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Hank Bird and the Borderline Band

Hank Bird and The Borderline Band have been part of the Atlanta music scene for more than 20 years, performing a blend of rock, country, blues and R&a...

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Three on a Tree

We are a fully independent, very reliable 3 piece band in the north Georgia area.

Ronnie Picante’ guitar
Earl 6 lead vocals and bass

Sparky McThunderf...

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The Garrett Collins Project

This Atlanta-based Southern rock band is a four-piece ensemble known for its energetic live performances and diverse setlist, spanning artists from Er...

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Uncle Sugar

Uncle Sugar is an Atlanta-based band known for its eclectic blend of blues, Americana, classic R&amp;B, and rock, performing both original songs a...

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Lola's Jam Band

The Monday night jam at Northside Tavern is one of Atlanta’s longest-running musical traditions, featuring a rotating lineup of seasoned musicians and...

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Ronnie Bullock’s 5 Man Trio

Ronnie Bullock's Five Man Trio blends Atlanta’s vibrant musical energy with soulful, boundary-crossing soundscapes rooted in live instrumentation and ...

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Liz Melendez Band

Liz Melendez is a lead guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter known for her dynamic live performances and wide-ranging style. Her guitar work, often comp...

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Jontavious Willis

Jontavious Willis is a Grammy-nominated musician and songwriter dedicated to bringing new vitality to traditional blues. Raised in rural Georgia and s...

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Cash's Juke Joint

Cash’s Juke Joint, led by Angel “Cash” Ocasio Jr., is a dynamic band from Macon, Georgia, known for delivering high-energy performances that blend blu...

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The Venus Kings

The Venus Kings are an original soul, funk, and blues band based in Atlanta, Georgia, formed in 2023. The group features Brandon Bolton on guitar, Nea...

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Shelton Powe

Shelton Powe is a Charlotte, North Carolina-born guitarist and singer who has become a celebrated keeper of the Piedmont blues and gospel tradition. A...

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ATL Collective

This rotating cast of high-caliber players revisits classic albums. A simple premise and a blast from the past rooted in the present.

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Larry Griffith Band

Larry was brought up in the inner city of Cincinnati, Ohio by a single parent along with nine other siblings. The dilapidated three tiered tenement li...

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Venues Known for Blues Music

For our full music venue directory see our list of music venues

Blind Willie's

A local blues, jazz, and roots institution that's been around for more than 25 years. The North Highland Avenue storefront, with its signature guitar-...

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Cajun Blues Seafood Restaurant

Cajun Blues is just that! Great Cajun seafood and some of Atlanta's finest blues players all under one roof. Wednesday nights feature an open mic host...

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Fat Matt's Rib Shack

Live blues and the love of good barbecue bring people from all over town to the small, boxy barbecue joint. An Atlanta landmark, Fat Matt's turns out ...

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Northside Tavern

This legendary dive bar in West Midtown is Atlanta's home for live blues. The weekly lineup includes a Monday night jam and a regular Wednesday night ...

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Red Light Cafe

The bohemian living room serves as the city's center of bluegrass and Americana. The venue hosts a variety of other musical performers as well, plus d...

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Blues and Beyond by Hal Horowitz

Hal Horowitz's Blues and Beyond

Blues & Beyond: Critic’s Picks for May, 2026

05/01/2026 4:00 AM

Hal Horowitz, covering the records, concerts, and personalities that keep the Blues alive.

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CRITIC'S PICKS: Hal Horowitz recommends for December, 2025

12/01/2025 3:34 PM

Horowitz's passion for Americana, roots, and blues music has won him many prestigious awards for his insightful coverage of the genres in Atlanta and ...

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