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Country Music in Atlanta

• Critic’s Picks for Upcoming Country Shows
• Upcoming Country Concerts in Atlanta
• Atlanta-Based Country Artists
• Venues Known for Country Music
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Atlanta’s country music scene runs deep — from chart-topping stars at major venues like State Farm Arena and Ameris Bank Amphitheatre to local legends strumming heartfelt ballads in neighborhood honky-tonks and songwriter rounds. Whether you're drawn to outlaw grit, bluegrass twang, or modern country-pop, this guide is your starting point for exploring the artists, venues, and upcoming shows that keep Atlanta's country tradition alive and kicking.

Critic’s Picks for Upcoming Country Shows

See our list of all concert picks or the full list of CL critic's recommendations

Upcoming Country Concerts in Atlanta

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

Jake Sayer with support from Avery Deakins Band

07/24/2025 8:00 PM

Smith's Olde Bar

Event Description

Jake Sayer is a guitar player and singer-songwriter whose setlists feature an eclectic mix of modern and classic roc...

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Kelsey Lamb with support from Erin Kirby

07/25/2025 8:00 PM

Smith's Olde Bar

Event Description

As a singer-songwriter, Kelsey Lamb made a name for herself as a vocalist with a rich, emotionally transparent voice...

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ROCK DOWN SOUTH feat. Dalton Dover, Jacob Bryan...

07/26/2025 7:00 PM

Smith's Olde Bar

Event Description

ROCK DOWN SOUTH feat. Dalton Dover, Jacob Bryant, Dylan Wolfe, Demps, Murphy Elmore, Chase Baker Ethan Payne, Gavin Lucas, Duke J...

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Thomas Rhett: Better In Boots Tour 2025

08/02/2025 7:30 PM

Ameris Bank Amphitheatre

No description provided

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Canaan Cox

08/22/2025 8:00 PM

Smith's Olde Bar

Event Description

Canaan Cox brings a unique musical perspective that prioritizes connection and authenticity, influencing everything ...

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70's 80's 90's Country Throw Down

08/22/2025 9:30 PM

Dixie Tavern

Mark your calendars for thge return of North Georgia's #1 Country/Rock Tribute.

Georgia Red Clay, Live at Dixie Tavern Friday August 22nd

OfficialGRC...

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Atlanta-Based Country Artists

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

Michelle Malone

No description provided

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Mudcat

A tremendous slide guitarist, and most of all a God-gifted entertainer. I have witnessed him light up packed houses at the Great American Music Hall i...

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Jacob Bryant

At 26, Jacob Bryant has lived through more than men twice his age. Hidden behind his blue eyes and charming smile lies a past of addiction, death, and...

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Slim Chickens

Atlanta roots-rock band

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Brandon Reeves

Brandon Reeves is a Georgia based acoustic performer who uses original songs, story telling, fingerpicking guitar, foot tapping, and harmonica tooting...

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Dave Franklin

Dave Franklin is a singer-songwriter from Atlanta, and former member of the legendary Atlanta alt rock band, hollyfaith. Franklin has also toured & re...

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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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Futurebirds

Futurebirds are an American Rock and Roll band formed in 2008 from Athens, Georgia, United States. Their first album, Hampton's Lullaby, was released ...

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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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Jon Oswald

Jon Oswald is a seasoned singer-songwriter and guitarist originally from central Ohio, with over 40 years of experience performing across the country....

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Just Roxie

Just Roxie is a trio of longtime friends and seasoned musicians—Lenny Lasater, Linda Bolley, and Becky Shaw—who blend rich harmonies, heartfelt songwr...

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Kristian Bush

Kristian Bush is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer. Bush is one half of the country music duo Sugarland with Jennifer Nettles, and w...

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Nikki & the Phantom Callers

Nikki & the Phantom Callers’ debut LP, Everybody’s Going To Hell (But You and Me). The 11 track collection of boot-stomping... alt-country & jangl...

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Papa Jack Couch

Papa Jack Couch is an Atlanta-based act touching genres in bluegrass, country, and folk. More than the tales of heartache, smiles, bad luck, and devot...

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Cracker

Perhaps best known for their breakout hit “Low,” Cracker is as much a band as it is a time capsule from an era where grunge and rock reigned supreme. ...

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Blackfox

Ranging from hard rocking, almost punk bombast, gentle acoustic driven ballads, and psych-ambient rambles, the newly released, limited edition, self-t...

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Venues Known for Country 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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City Winery

Atlanta's first urban winery, City Winery has an intimate music venue able to seat 300 people, a restaurant, bar, an outdoor patio, and a private even...

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Eddie Owen presents: Red Clay Music Foundry

This 260-seat theater hosts a variety of musical acts. Acoustic music and singer/songwriter material is the venue's forte, but the format is open, and...

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Eddie's Attic

Located across from Decatur Square, Eddie's hosts aspiring and accomplished singer-songwriters for live shows almost nightly and is famous for its bia...

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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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Sweet Georgia's Juke Joint

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Tabernacle

This former church has Gothic ambiance to spare, making it a fun spot to catch a rock or hip-hop show. The club, which boasts some inviting bar and lo...

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Terminal West

As part of the King Plow Arts Center, Terminal West has become the Westside’s premier live music venue, giving equal stage time to hip-hop, indie rock...

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Whisky Mistress

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