Live Music Rocks the House Sunday Nights at Johnny’s Hideaway

Even the busiest elves need a night off from the holiday hubbub to rock and roll along with the band. Live music jams at Johnny’s Hideaway in Buckhead on Sunday nights beginning at 8:30 p.m., and we’re not talking reindeer bands. On Dec. 10, Cold Draft Beer plays hits to fill the dance floor, and on Dec. 17, Band X churns out party music galore. Cover is only $5. Food and drink specials fuel merry souls, and DJ Spin follows the bands to keep the party rolling into the wee hours. Additionally, hospitality industry workers enjoy their in-the-biz specials on Sunday nights.

Do You Hear What We Hear? Revival is Serving Eats at Eddie’s Attic Gospel Brunch Dec. 11

Eddie’s Attic in Decatur heralds the coming of their popular Sunday Gospel Brunch on Dec. 11 featuring Atlanta heritage blues band Mudcat, Beverly “Guitar” Watkins and the Atlanta Horns. Gotta have Southern food for something like this, and executive chef Andreas Müeller of Revival, Kevin Gillespie’s nearby restaurant, joyfully obliges with an all-you-can-eat brunch spread. Chow down on favorites like roasted mushroom and smoky greens casserole, corned beef hash and fried catfish bites with remoulade sauce. Eddie’s Attic doors open at noon; show begins at 1 p.m. Buy general admission tickets for $20 each or purchase table seats in multiples of four for $20 per seat (tables filled day of show on first-come, first-served basis). Brunch is an additional $24 per person and includes coffee, soda and tea (available for purchase day of show; tax and gratuity not included).

Party with Dean, Sammy and Frank at Johnny’s Hideaway Rat Pack Tribute Show Dec. 1

Usher in the most festive time of the year with showmen Dean Martin, Sammy Davis, Jr. and Frank Sinatra. The trio floats into Johnny’s Hideaway for a Rat Pack Tribute Show on Thursday, Dec. 1. Wait. You mean those are impersonators? Say it isn’t so. Resurrect details on our blog.

Half-Price Bottles Flow through Ray’s at Killer Creek during Wine Down Fridays and Sundays

Looking to sip and save? Ray’s at Killer Creek Wine Down shaves half off the price of wine by the bottle every Friday and Sunday. The deal extends to all bottled wines priced $120 and under, excluding Reserve Selections. Take advantage of Wine Down pricing to explore pours like Rombauer, Jordan Faust and Stag’s Leap Winery. Savor varietals along with lunch, dinner, shareables and Sunday brunch or while relaxing to live music in the lounge Friday nights from 7-10 p.m. Not valid with any other discounts or promotions.

Steer Toward Sandy Springs for Taste of the Trucks and Second Helpings Atlanta Food Rescue Nov. 12

Head full throttle to the Concourse Office Park (King and Queen Buildings) in Sandy Springs for Taste of the Trucks for Second Helpings Atlanta on Saturday, Nov. 12. Atlanta’s food truck faves pull in for this awareness-raising event benefiting the nonprofit food rescue organization’s waste not, want not mission to drive out hunger and reduce food waste in the metro-Atlanta area. Bring the herd to the 11 a.m.-7 p.m. event and enjoy live music, rock the kids’ zone with inflatables, join in a children’s service project, visit the artist market and buy food truck chow. General admission tickets are $5 each in advance, $10 at the door; kids under 10 enter for free. VIP tickets ($50 each) include valet parking, private tented area, complimentary tastings, three drink tickets plus VIP bar and restroom access. Grab tickets online, additional online service fee applies. Proceeds benefit Second Helpings Atlanta.

The Gospel Truth: Revival and Eddie’s Attic Come Together, Host Gospel Brunch October 16

Raise hands and shout for joy! Eddie’s Attic is hosting a Gospel Brunch on Sunday, October 16, and Revival is fixing the victuals. Sway to the sounds of Wolf Pack ATL, featuring Kebbi Williams of Tedeschi Trucks Band, and Harold Holloway & Company, direct from The Gospel Tent in NOLA. Give thanks for the jazz-influenced tunes, which also are inspiring the brunch buffet selections Revival executive chef Andreas Müller and crew are preparing. The bountiful buffet boasts wild mushroom and smoky greens breakfast casserole; ham, roasted onion and cheddar cheese strata; breakfast sausage links and crispy bacon; buttermilk biscuits with gravy; fruit salad with boiled dressing; corned beef hash; fried catfish bites (people’s choice from last brunch); breakfast potatoes; and French toast casserole. Buffet is priced at $24 per person and includes coffee, soda and tea (tax and gratuity not included). Doors open and buffet begins at noon; music starts at 1 p.m. General admission tickets for the show are $20 each or purchase table seats in multiples of four for $20 per seat (tables filled day of show on first-come, first-served basis).

Ray’s at Killer Creek Releases October Live Music Calendar

You could hum a few bars or settle in at one bar, the one at Ray’s at Killer Creek in Alpharetta, where there is always live music on Thursday nights from 6-9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday nights from 7-10 p.m. Next month, Ray’s at Killer Creek presents:

• Brandon Crocker on October 1, 7, 14, 22 and 28
• Lauren Jordan on October 6 and 20
• David Pretlow on October 8, 21 and 27
• Marty Manous on October 13 and 15
• Lee Gamble on October 29

Come early for a good seat and a bite before the music begins.

Kick Back with ‘Rita and the Cocktail Crew at Ray’s Rio Bravo Sounds & Sips on the Patio Thursdays beginning September 22

Before the weekend kickoffs, kick back over cocktails at Ray’s Rio Bravo and chillax to live music at Sounds & Sips on the patio. Your new Thursday night calling begins September 22 and continues each week through October 27, capturing the 6-9 p.m. time slot. Ray’s Rio Bravo is well known for its fiesta of margaritas, specialty margaritas, margarita enhancements and stock of more than 50 different tequilas. Sounds & Sips is a fantastic time to sip any of those or to meet the cocktail crew partying hearty on the “Booze” menu-- Caipirita Colada, Burdette’s Banditos, Passionate Paloma, Rifle & Pony, Sangrita or the tequila Old Fashioned. Drizzle won’t stop the swizzle on this partially covered patio.

September Live Music Calendar Rocks Ray’s at Killer Creek

The acoustic sounds of live music in the bar and lounge of Ray’s at Killer Creek in Alpharetta provide an intimate alternative to loud and crowded big concert venues. Date night potential? We think so, because sometimes you want to have a conversation. Plus, Ray’s food and drinks are spot on. Music plays 6-9 p.m. Thursdays, and 7-10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights. Who and when: Brandon Cocker on September 1, 17, 23 and 30; Marty Manous on September 2, 3, 8, 15 and 22; David Pretlow on September 9; Lauren Jordan on September 10, 16 and 29; and Lee Gamble on September 24.

New! Live Music Strums a Few Bars at The Southern Gentleman

Croon, swoon or simply sit back and sip a small batch bourbon, fashionable cocktail or cold craft beer while listening to live music Friday and Saturday nights at The Southern Gentleman. Come in and enjoy a bite to eat before the music begins at 9 p.m. in the bar area of this Buckhead gastropub. The inaugural month lineup of music includes Americana, “Roots & Soul,” a modern day troubadour and more:

Friday, August 5 - David Winkles

Saturday, August 6 and 20 - Jeremy Wayne Dean

Friday, August 12 - Brandon L. Reeves

Saturday, August 13 and 27 - Joe Garner

Friday, August 19 - Adam Harris Thompson

Saturday, August 26 - Reed Waddle

Sooie! Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails ‘Cues a Whole Hog Hootenanny Pig Roast on July 31

Squeal, we must! Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails is unleashing the second Whole Hog Hootenanny in its summer series of smokin’ hot barbecue blowouts. Starting at 5 p.m. on Sunday, July 31, gather on the patio and front lawn of the historic Crabapple restaurant to partake in an all-you-can-eat extravaganza of roast pig, pulled pork, ribs, smoked chicken, beloved barbecue sides, sweet treats and more. Jump into live game fun and move those legs to live music between plates. Cash bar wrangles thirsts. Hog tie August 28 and September 25 on your calendar for the remaining 2016 Whole Hog Hootenanny events. Available online through Eventbrite, tickets for all-you-can-eat barbecue are $35 per person (plus service fee; includes gratuity).

The Beat Goes On with Live Music at Ray’s at Killer Creek on Thursday, Friday and Saturday Nights

Sometimes, hot summer nights call for air-conditioned comfort, cool cocktails and real cuisine on real plates, not plastic. So long, outdoor concerts. Hello, live music at Ray’s at Killer Creek. Head to the lounge and bar area of the popular Alpharetta restaurant for live music on Thursday nights from 6-9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday nights from 7-10 p.m. No tickets to buy, no cover charge, just a full menu of libations and shareable bites as well as substantial salads, handhelds, specialties and desserts. Here’s the calendar lineup:

Marty Manous --Thursday, July 14 and July 28

Lauren Jordan -- Friday, July 15

David Pretlow -- Saturday, July 16

Perry Kit -- Thursday, July 21, Friday, July 22 and Saturday, July 30

Lee Gamble -- Saturday, July 23

Jacob Newman -- Friday, July 29

Live Music Rocks Johnny’s Hideaway on Sunday Nights

Polish your toes and strap on those dancing sandals, Sunday nights are for dancing to live music at Johnny’s Hideaway. This month’s lineup features the Stephen Lee Band on July 7, Band X on July 17, Cold Draft Beer (yes, that’s a band as well as a type of beverage) on July 24 and Space Plow closes out July on the 31st. Party bands take to the stage at 8:30 p.m., and cover is only $5. Additionally, Sunday nights are “Hospitality Nights,” so those in the industry enjoy food and drink specials. Reservations accepted until 8:30 p.m.; call 404-233-8026.

Milton’s Whole Hog Hootenanny Raises BBQ Ruckus June 26

Call Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails Crabapple’s hootenanny headquarters on Sunday, June 26. More than a pig roast, Milton’s Whole Hog Hootenanny tickles taste buds with barbecued ribs, smoked chicken and pulled pork aplenty. Even though temptation begs you to mound the plate with pulled pork, ribs, smoked chicken, sides, sweet treats and the likes, you can always come back for more at this all-you-can-eat affair. Slake bone-sucking thirsts with beverages from the cash bar. Games and live music inspire toe tapping, hand clapping and even some jigs outside on Milton’s lovely patio and front lawn. Buy tickets online, $35 per person plus service fee. Keep hooting and hollering because Whole Hog Hootenanny returns July 31, August 28 and September 25. Finger lickin’ fun? You betcha BBQ!

Listen Up for Live Music at Ray’s at Killer Creek Thursdays-Saturdays

Big outdoor concerts and music fests are certainly part of the summer scene. For outstanding live music, fantastic food and quality beverages in an air-conditioned, intimate setting (i.e. forgoing heat, humidity, parking issues and crowds), Ray’s at Killer Creek is the place to go. The Alpharetta restaurant lines up top talent in the bar and lounge area Thursday nights from 6-9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday nights from 7-10 p.m. in June. Take a gander at the calendar to see who’s commanding the mic and when. Marty Manous plays June 16;Brandon Crocker performs June 17, 23, 24 and 30; Lauren Jordan holds down June 18; and Lee Gamble entertains June 25. Great tunes, no cover, no sweat.

Basque in the (Memorial Day Weekend) Sun at Gypsy Kitchen on May 29

Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer. What better way to welcome the al fresco season than to “Basque in the Sun” on the open-air patio at Gypsy Kitchen? On May 29, the Spanish restaurant in The Shops Buckhead Atlanta is hosting a special Memorial Day weekend edition of the popular Sunday social. Enjoy live music by a flamenco guitarist, flavorful paella, $4 tinto de verano, $5 glasses of rosé and half-off select bottles of wine. Flamenco and specials begin at 4 p.m.; DJ takes over from 7 p.m. until who knows when. Gypsy Kitchen will be closed on Monday, May 30, in honor of the Memorial Day holiday.

Dance Off Holiday Goodies to Live Music Sunday Nights at Johnny’s Hideaway

Holiday cookies and cocktails are a waistline’s nightmare before Christmas. Granted, a Santa belly looks cute when you’re St. Nick. On most of us, meh, not so much. Remedy? Get up and dance to live music Sunday nights starting at 8:30 p.m. at Johnny’s Hideaway in Buckhead. Band X takes the stage on December 20, and Legacy Music keeps the beat December 27. Food and drink specials; $5 cover charge. Dance now. A bevy of bowl game buffets await.

Boogie Down to Live Music at Johnny’s Hideaway

Guilt-free way to indulge in all of fall’s comfort foods? Get out and dance to live music Sunday nights at Johnny’s Hideaway, Atlanta’s nightclub for big kids. This week, Cold Draft Beer rocks on October 25. Shimmying ahead, Legacy Music commands the floor on November 1, Rockaholics on November 8, Stephen Lee Band on November 15, Cold Draft Beer on November 22 and Band X closes out Thanksgiving weekend on November 29 so you can twist away the stuffing and pie. When you’re ready to sit out a dance, Johnny’s full bar is ready with classic cocktails, wine and frosty brews. $5 cover; bands begin at 8:30 p.m.

Smokebelly BBQ Kicks Off Pigskin Season at Buds, Burgers & Bellies Party September 5

Smokebelly BBQ in Buckhead tackles football season opening day in a pig way, lining up a Buds, Burgers & Bellies party with live music, games, prizes and food and drink specials from noon until closing time Saturday, September 5. Jot a playbook note that this Buckhead barbecue joint is loaded with 16 screens for game-day viewing from the first kickoff to the last bowl game. Buds, Burgers & Bellies scores a full day of football action, live music and DJ spins beginning with Jacob & the Good People performing on the patio from 3-5 p.m. followed by a DJ from 5-6 p.m. and the Dean Dollar Band from 6-9 p.m. Meanwhile, inside, the Auburn game takes the stage from 3:30-6:30 p.m., and The Park Band parties from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Loosen up that throwing arm over cornhole, ladder ball, darts and a Bud Light table basketball hoops game. The Bud Light Rita sampling team cheers on fun times with prizes and samples for adults. Pound down a bucket of 20 wings for $15 or a bucket of Bud or Bud Light for $15; a Budweiser or Bud Light with Smokebelly’s 50/50 burger of ground bacon and pork with ghost pepper cheese and onion strings on a Holeman and Finch bun plus a side for $9.99; Jack and Coke for $6 or Goose Island IPA Tall Boys or Shock Top Aluminums for $5.

Live Music. Patio. FLIP burger boutique Buckhead!

Beat it to the patio for live music weekends at FLIP burger boutique in Buckhead. Musicians will entertain guests Friday and Saturday evenings from 7-11 p.m. and Sunday afternoons from 5-9 p.m. Click here for the complete music schedule. Unwind with a thick milkshake or a beer (local to global), wine or ingenious cocktail. Hungry for more? FLIP stacks its buns with boutique burgers pattied of Angus beef, tuna or beef tartare, shrimp, chorizo, “fauxlafel” and more, including a trio of sliders for the decision-impaired as well as starters to share, sides and salads.