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Roll with The District Attorneys

Atlanta's The District Attorneys are kicking 2014 off with one of the best albums of 1995 for what is sure to be a wonderwall of fun and music. The local rockers will be performing a tribute to Oasis' (What's The Story) Morning Glory? plus the album's B-Sides on Friday, January 3 at Smith's Olde Bar. The rowdy night starts at 8PM with Party Dolls opening the electric lineup, so come early, stay late, and be prepared to party... some might say it is an event not to be missed.

Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 day of show.Get tickets here!

The District Attorneys' JR.

The District Attorneys have just released a special treat for fans and it's the perfect gateway for new listeners too. Released on December 4, the four-song EP, Jr., is available for free download on iTunes and Spotify.

2012 has been a productively busy year for the Atlanta/ Athens band, who have continued to gain more popularity and acclaim, especially on the heels of the April release of the full-length, Slowburner. In many ways, Jr. is a fitting segue from Slowburner into the next- yet to be defined- step for the band. These songs are different. Lyrically Jr. is one of The DAs strongest collections. All four songs highlight different strengths and experimentations that could even be pushed further. Jr. has a noticeable maturity to it that comes across in the verses and music.

"King Is Boss"'s cutting lyrics "Burning down bridges and Building walls" coupled with a bouncy beat show a confidence that fits the band well. "Stupa" has a breezy nostalgic quality that keeps the listener engaged and finishes with a well placed punch: "Everything be damned." The track that will have you hitting repeat is "Target Practice." The song capitalizes on elements that the band has dabbled in before, but slickly deliver here. Between the rhythmic drums, ghosting harmonies, and well placed crescendos the song creates an exciting tension for the listener in its controlled power. The song proves, much like the rest of Jr., that sometimes a good trial in experimention produces a pleasing verdict.

Come see The District Attorneys perform these new hits as well as their other favorites THIS Saturday at Smith's Olde Bar for X-Mix 2012. Tickets are $10 (+2 cans) and all proceeds benefit Songs for Kids Foundation. Doors open at 9PM, but the fun starts at 9:30PM with FREE Whynatte shots.

Kim Burdges

X-Mix 2012 Revealed

Don't stay home alone on Saturday, December 8. Party with us at Smith's Olde Bar for X-Mix 2012! Mixtape Atlanta's annual holiday bash is returning for the fourth year and we are extremely excited about this year's line-up.

Atlanta rock bands The Futura Bold and The District Attorneys will headline this year with "warm-up" support from the spandex clad Aerobics Cube. Rick Brantley, Lauren St. Jane, and Carly Kane will also be performing special holiday selections.

Cover is $10 plus two cans; all proceeds benefit Songs for Kids Foundation and the canned goods are being collected for Atlanta Community Food Bank.

Doors are at 9PM and the fun starts at 9:30PM with a festive Whynatte toast! We are thrilled to have our favorite local, latte pusher joining us again as the sponsor of this event. Also, don't forget to take your photo in the Mixtape Atlanta photo booth to capture all of the night's fun.

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"Slowburner" Sparks a Flame

After two successful EPs, The District Attorneys are releasing their first full-length album Slowburner on April 24. The Atlanta/ Athens indie-rockers stay true to many of their familiar sounds and the songs on the album crescendo like the title suggests.

The laidback yet commercially appealing opening title track transitions into the more jingle-pop chorus of “Madison Row.” With faster tempo, bouncing piano, traveling drums, and lead vocals echoing Lindsey Buckingham, the second song harkens a classic Americana- especially California pop sound- that can’t help but invoke good times.

Although from the southeast, The District Attorneys have fine tuned an accessible indie-rock sound that for decades has easily flowed from the west coast with the help of bands like Rooney and Modest Mouse. The District Attorneys fall in that company. “Confusion of Trust” brims with anthemic vocals and harmonies full of sand and salt water. Even the slow rock waltz on the bridge makes it the perfect soundtrack for a ride along Pacific Coast Highway.

The slower “Cherry Glow” has an emotional atmospheric quality similar to The Perishers, and the previously released “California Fire” has the listener headed back to the waves and bonfire of fun times.

The second half of Slowburner shows some impressive experimentation with the additions of organ, horns, and other subtle influences from folk, southern rock, to even hints of bluegrass on “Here’s Your Star”.

Having gained fans from their energetic live shows, Slowburner is the perfect invite to new fans. Get your copy of Slowburner before its released at The District Attorneys album release show at The Earl on Saturday, April 14. Indianapolis Jones and Tedo Stone will also perform. Grab your friends, get your tickets, and head to The Earl for some fun times and good music. Doors open at 9PM and tickets are only$5.

Kim Burdges

The District Attorneys "California Fire"

The District Attorneys might be from Atlanta, but their latest release is an breezy, ocean soaked summer hit that feels delivered straight from the west coast. With vocal harmonies and an infectious melody from the opening organ to sustained guitar and drum beats, "California Fire" will have you humming along on just on the second listen and craving some sunny rays. "California Fire" is a previously unreleased track off The District Attorneys first full-length album currently in the works. Take a listen below and let us know what you think.

California Fire

Attorneys have been pretty busy throughout the summer performing at The Earl, Smith's Olde Bar, and AthFest. This Saturday, catch them close out the outdoor stage for The Buckhead Theatre's One Year Anniversary Music Festival. The band is just one of many talent artists that are slated to play the all-day festival. Doors open at 1PM and music runs from 1:30-11:30PM with Attorneys playing at 10:30PM. Tickets are currently available at $15 for Saturday's event or $30 for a two-day pass including Drivin' N' Cryin's Friday night performance at the theatre .

The District Attorneys report to Smith's

Atlanta band The District Attorneys are headlining Smith's Olde Bar Friday, June 10 with AutumnAttics and Stalking Louisiana. The DAs have garnered quite a buzz lately with performances around Athens and Atlanta as well as additions on exciting bills like Athfest and The Buckhead Theatre Festival. Escape the heat and start your weekend with some solid tunes at Smith's tomorrow night. Doors open at 8PM and cover is only $5.

The District Attorneys "All Reckless and Humble"

The District Attorneys have been gaining strong local momentum playing at venues across Atlanta and opening for a diverse group of artists. Tomorrow is no exception. The District Attorneys are joining The Dig as openers for Henry Clay People at Drunken Unicorn on Tuesday, October 12; doors open at 9PM and tickets are still available.

Before you head out to the show, snatch up the FREE download of The District Attorneys' new EP Orders From..., here. Also check out their just-released music video for "Sweetheart All Reckless and Humble."

 

The Law rolls into Smith's

Saturday, August 21 Smith's Olde Bar presented a showcase of pure rock and roll. Atlanta's The District Attorneys' kicked off the night with their radio ready songs combining catchy melodies and spot-on harmonies. AutoVaughn performed second turning up the volume, literally. The Nashville band has been an Atlanta favorite for years, and Saturday they proved why. An impressive combination of indie-pop, alternative-rock, and southern influence makes their songs sound effortless yet complex all at once. Adding a colorful light show to amp their performance, AutoVaughn ended their set with in true rock and roll fashion with shredding guitars and jumps off the drum set.

Knoxville's The Dirty Guv'nahs closed out the night with an intensely energetic show. In fact, so intense their snare drum broke mid performance. Frontman James Trimble attacked each song with pure abandon, while managing not to miss a note, beat, or frantic dance step. Guv'nahs is a band that needs to be witnessed live. Not only does the band get into their performance, but the entire audience let loose. This was not a crowd that lightly swayed their hips. From the stage to light board, men and women were swinging their arms and legs to each song, whether on-beat or not, people were there just to absorb and enjoy the music and it was a refreshing site to see.

See more photos from the night's performances here.