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Blues Music in Atlanta

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

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

LYLE LOVETT UP CLOSE: “SONGS & STORIES” at City Winery Atlanta

06/23/2026 8:00 PM

City Winery Atlanta

CRITIC'S PICK:
Wed. June 24
Lyle Lovett, City Winery - Veteran Americana singer/songwriter Lovett...

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LYLE LOVETT UP CLOSE: “SONGS & STORIES” at City Winery Atlanta

06/24/2026 8:00 PM

City Winery Atlanta

CRITIC'S PICK:
Thurs. June 25
Lyle Lovett, City Winery - Veteran Americana singer/songwriter...

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LYLE LOVETT UP CLOSE: “SONGS & STORIES” at City Winery Atlanta

06/25/2026 8:00 PM

City Winery Atlanta

CRITIC’S PICK
Thurs. June 25

Lyle Lovett, City Winery — Veteran Americana singer/songwriter...

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Michelle Malone at Eddie's Attic

06/26/2026 7:00 PM

Eddie's Attic

CRITIC'S PICK:
Fri., June 26
Michelle Malone, Eddie's Attic - Malone, who needs no introduction...

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Upcoming Blues Concerts in Atlanta

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

Industry Night w Rachel Johnson & Backroad Blues at Blind Willie's

06/16/2026 8:00 PM

Blind Willie's

Live music at Blind Willie's.

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Nate Nelson at Fat Matt's

06/17/2026 7:00 PM

Fat Matt's Rib Shack

Nate Nelson

Weekly Wednesday at 7:00 pm

Live blues performance

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Nate Nelson at Fat Matt's

06/17/2026 7:00 PM

Fat Matt's Rib Shack

Great Live Bluesy music

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Mellow Sun · The Bailey Croom Band at MadLife

06/17/2026 7:30 PM

MadLife Stage & Studios

Mellow Sun · The Bailey Croom Band | LOCAL ORIGINAL MUSIC!Top OrganizerByMadLife Stage & Studios25.8k followers5233 events10y hosting469.1k total atte...

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JP3 - Jason Pastras Trio at Blind Willie's

06/17/2026 8:30 PM

Blind Willie's

Live music at Blind Willie's.

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King George & The Vagabonds at Blind Willie's

06/18/2026 8:30 PM

Blind Willie's

Live music at Blind Willie's.

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Blues Artists from Atlanta

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

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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All The Locals

ATL based (est 2012), All The Locals, are shaped and molded out of the very bricks that make up their southern metropolis. Soulful backbone, a rock n ...

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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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Hughes Taylor

An old soul hailing from Macon Georgia USA, Hughes Taylor was immediately drawn to the blues when he first picked up the guitar. Two decades later, he...

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Tanglewood Tonic

The stage transforms to the living room as Beth Casner, Roger Gregory, and Nick Johnson play old blues, gospel, and country tunes.

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Mudcat & The Piedmont Playboys

Danny ‘Mudcat’ Dudeck is an internationally known gospel and bluesman continuing the traditions of the early blues pioneers while adding his own Mudca...

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Jackson & The Nightcaps

Jackson and the Nightcaps are the next big thing when it comes to Chicago and Jump blues.

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Frankie's Blues Mission

As the name implies, these gentlemen are on a mission:

Their purpose is to present the blues, jazz, R&B and zydeco in the best of the Afric...

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Stoney Brooks

Stoney Brooks is a skilled harmonica player deeply rooted in blues music. His journey began in 1974 when he was captivated by the power of the harmoni...

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Fisch & Bent Hooks

The hot new Musical Funk Blues Revival from the one and only High Energy Frontman David Fisch. Presenting David Fisch & the Bent Hooks Featuring Kevin...

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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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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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BLUES & BEYOND: How blue can you get?

06/01/2024 12:00 PM

Some of Atlanta’s finest new roots acts take the Norcross stage for this year’s Bluesberry & Beer Festival

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Blues & Beyond

06/01/2024 12:00 AM

Hal Horowitz offers an overview of blues, Americana, folk, and even some rock ’n’ roll coming to Atlanta bars and clubs.

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BLUES & BEYOND: Georgia on their minds

05/01/2024 6:24 PM

William Bell, Jontavious Willis, and Blackberry Smoke gain international respect with their Georgia-based soul, blues, and Southern

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BLUES & BEYOND: Play blues, do good

04/01/2024 1:40 PM

BreezeFest exemplifies Carlos Capote’s generosity

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