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500 Songs for Kids 2013- Finale Weekend - Friday Artist List

This weekend 500 Songs for Kids returns to it's original home of Smith's Olde Bar. The lineup and countdown is sure to remind you of home, as they count down 100 of the Greatest Songs by Georgia Artists. Doors open at 7PM and tickets are $20 at the door with all proceeds benefiting Songs for Kids Foundation. Check out the list of confirmed artists for Friday below!

A CELEBRATION OF GEORGIA MUSIC: 100 OF THE GREATEST SONGS BY GEORGIA ARTISTS- Friday, May 17

JOHN DRISKELL HOPKINS PERFORMS R.E.M.’s “DRIVER 8”
LEFT FRONT TIRE PERFORMS LEFT FRONT TIRE'S "BRING YOU DOWN"
ANDY BIRDSALL PERFORMS ANGIE APARO’S “GREEN INTO GOLD”
RADIOLUCENT PERFORMS THE BLACK CROWES' "TWICE AS HARD"
ADAM KLEIN PERFORMS VIC CHESNUTT'S "GRAVITY OF THE SITUATION"
ALAINA TERRY PERFORMS INDIGO GIRLS' "GALILEO"
AN ENGLISH PLACE PERFORMS OF MONTREAL'S "REQUIEM FOR O.M.M."
THE BARRICADES PERFORMS OTIS REDDING'S "FOR YOUR PRECIOUS LOVE"
CHRONIC NOT SERIOUS PERFORMS TLC'S "NO SCRUBS"
CINCH PERFORMS OTIS REDDING'S "A CHANGE IS GONNA COME"
THE DREADED MARCO PERFORMS OTIS REDDING'S "THESE ARMS OF MINE"
ELIZA KELLEY PERFORMS ELTON JOHN'S "TINY DANCER"
GALYNNE GOODWILL PERFORMS AMY GRANT’S “BABY, BABY”
GOODNIGHT BUFFALO PERFORMS VIC CHESNUTT'S "SUPERNATURAL"
JIMI CRAVITY PERFORMS RAY CHARLES' "GEORGIA"
JUSTIN KERENYI PERFORMS DEAD CONFEDERATE’S MEMORIAL DAY NIGHT
LP PERFORMS OUTKAST'S "ELEVATORS (ME AND YOU)"
NICKIE JON PERFORMS PHILLIP PHILLIPS 'S "HOME"
NOBODY'S DARLINGS PERFORMS OUTKAST'S "HEY YA"
PARKER SMITH PERFORMS ATLANTA RHYTHM SECTION'S "GEORGIA RHYTHM"
SANJAY KOTHARI PERFORMS DREAMS SO REAL’s ROUGH NIGHT IN JERICHO
JOHN FROM BEST BROTHERS PERFORMS EAST BOUND AND DOWN BY JERRY REED
SEED AND FEED MARCHING ABOMINABLE
SHAWN MICHAEL HANEY (BROWN*APPLE^) PERFORMS R.E.M.'S "DAYSLEEPER"
SHOOK FOIL PERFORMS NEUTRAL MILK HOTEL'S "KING OF CARROT FLOWERS"
STEPHANIE MMA PERFORMS THE BLACK CROWES' "SHE TALKS TO ANGELS"
THE STILETTOS PERFORMS SUGARLAND'S "BABY GIRL"
THE SUNDOGS PERFORMS GRAM PARSONS' "OOH LAS VEGAS"

How 'Bout Ryan Cabrera

Ryan Cabrera returns to Smith's Olde Bar's stage Wednesday, October 12 for an intimate performance. It's been awhile since Cabrera played the popular Atlanta music venue and it'll definitely be night of talented musicians with the likes of Jimi Cravity and Jerad Finck also on the bill. Cabrera will be playing familiar favorites as well as new music off of his upcoming album. Mixtape Atlanta recently chatted with Cabrera on his upcoming show, new music, and what he will be wearing this Halloween.

Ryan, your upcoming show at Smith's will be acoustic. Do you prefer performing with a full band or the intimacy of a solo act? What are some of the challenges and advantages of both scenarios?
I like both honestly for different reasons. The full band is obviously fun and in your face and crazy energy, while the acoustic show is unique and more intimate. It gives me a chance to interact more with people and tell stories. It's just a cool vibe.

Like many artists today, you are pretty active on Twitter. How important do you think it is to interact with fans via social media? Do you ever think or worry that fans know too much?
Well growing up on a TV show didn't help privacy issues too much- haha. I think though as a musician you kind of have to put yourself out there in lyric and tell your stories. All of my songs are about real scenarios and you need that in hopes that people can connect and hopefully it helps them in their life somehow.

You are working on a new album, how is that coming along? Expected release date yet?
So far it's my favorite stuff I've written. It's cool to write after you've had more experiences. The sound is more acoustic and upbeat than the last one. There's a few ballads too, but mainly up-tempo. Sometime next year we will put it out.

With Halloween coming up, what was your favorite Halloween costume you ever dressed up as? Any fun costume ideas for this year?
I think my favorite costume so far was either Sweeny Todd or Andy Warhol. This year I'm going to have a party, so I better think of something quick! Maybe Ron Burgundy.

If you were making your ultimate mixtape of your favorite songs, which track would you have to include?
"Cannonball" by Damien Rice
"Don't Go Away" by Oasis
"Beast of Burden" by The Rolling Stones

See Ryan Cabrera live at Smith's Olde Bar Wednesday, October 12. Doors open at 8PM, show starts at 9PM. Get tickets here or at the door.

Atlanta Stargazing Tour Comes to a Close

Last Thursday, September 9, SMKA & Whynatte wrapped up their two-month summer concert series The Atlanta Stargazing Tour at the Clermont Lounge. Since July, the two local powerhouse companies have put on some excellent showcases at venues all around Atlanta. Mixtape Atlanta caught up with the tour at Park Tavern on August 28. Check out our photos from such talented performers as Jimi Cravity, Ocha La Rocha, Aleon Craft, Alien Warr, and more. View photos here. Stay tuned to Mixtape Atlanta for more exciting events from SMKA & Whynatte.

Stargaze at Park Tavern

Saturday, August 28 SMKA & Whynatte's summer concert series The Atlanta Stargazing Tour comes to Park Tavern. Don't miss this diverse and equally talented group of music performers. The show is from 3PM to 11:30PM and features music by Ocha La Rocha, Jimi Cravity, Kontraband, Aleon Craft, and more. Mixtape Atlanta will be on the scene taking photos and we hope to see you there too!