Alex Bond

Critic’s Pick
Sat., Aug. 9

Alex Bond, Brando Blu, Raimon, Masquerade — Just in case you weren’t aware, the Masquerade added a new room to its iconic trio of Purgatory, Heaven, and Hell in the spring of 2024, and it goes by the name of Altar. Since its grand opening, there has not been a bevy of rap shows that have graced that space, but this month, local rap heavyweights are turning it out for an exciting showcase. Atlanta’s own Alex Bond is spearheading the show for the first headlining concert of his career, and to commemorate the occasion, attendees will be among the first people to hear the long-awaited follow-up to his 2022 debut album “1NNOVATION.” Eastside artists Brandon Blu and Raimon will provide opening support to round out what’s sure to be an intimate night of local music at the Altar. — joshua robinson