Kevn Kinney – Live from the Archives (Creative Loafing Atlanta Session)

Kevn Kinney is the lead singer and songwriter of the Atlanta rock band Drivin’ N’ Cryin’, a cornerstone of the city’s Southern rock scene since the band’s formation in the mid-1980s. Over a career spanning decades, Kinney has remained a defining voice in Atlanta music, balancing band leadership with an extensive body of solo work. With Drivin’ N’ Cryin’, Kinney helped shape a sound rooted in Southern rock, folk, and alternative influences, earning the band a devoted following and a lasting place in Atlanta’s musical history. Alongside the group’s releases, he has recorded a series of spare, acoustic-driven solo albums that highlight his strengths as a songwriter and storyteller. Kinney’s solo work has frequently included collaborations with R.E.M. guitarist Peter Buck, a partnership that underscores his long-standing ties to Atlanta’s wider music community. Whether performing with a full band or in more intimate solo settings, Kinney continues to be an active and influential presence on local and regional stages.