The Music – August 2018
There’s still a lot of outdoor events, fun festivals, & music to be heard before the end of summer, before the next season of change. There’s so much more music to be appreciated, and while you’re out supporting local live music you may find another favorite group or musician to follow. Coweta County presents local talent at its best. See you out at a show soon !
The Alamo
19 W Court Square, Newnan
(770) 683-2526
Aug 11th 9 p.m. Anniversary Party/Yacht Rock Karaoke
18th 9:30 p.m. Kiser -an alternative rock band, fronted by siblings and backed by a powerful rhythm section-energetic live shows
24th 9 p.m. Two Tone Def
25th 9:30 p.m. Crossroads Rebellion -plays current and classic songs from rock, funk, & R&B genres
31st 9:30 p.m. Sweet Grass Sally -a perfect balance of rock, funk, folk & blues writing honest lyrics with soulful harmonies
Sept 15th @ 8 p.m. 6th Annual Blues Plate Special for Meals on Wheels Coweta
Featuring the best of the Blues- Eric Culberson Band, Frankie’s Blues Mission, Callista Clark, Third Degree, Leonard Washington, SWEETBAY, & The Kris Youmans Band
The BAYS @ The Firestone/The Cellar
20 Jefferson Street, Newnan
(770) 683-6328
Aug 2nd Kyle Watz
3rd Michael Zaib
4th David Pippin -a latin, acoustic & jazz guitarist from Carrollton,, two-time Atlanta Blues Challenge Winner
9th Stoney Dennis
Aug 10th 2 Broke Kings
11th Cougar Love
16th Sara Greer Sara plays an eclectic mix of rock, pop & originals, she is a self taught multi instrumentalist & accomplished vocalist
17th Daniel Toole Duo
18th The Four T’s
23rd Matt Lyons
24th Michael Zaib Louisiana born & Georgia raised bringing soul, blues, & folk genres into his songwriting
25th The Right Swipes
*Every Wednesday night Live Jazz @ The Cellar
Summergrove
335 Summergrove Parkway, Newnan
(770) 251-1800
Friday Nights:
Aug 10th Matt Moskal
17th Off Ramp
24th Wild Eyed Dream
31st Table 18
Sept 7th Stil
14th Wild Eyed Dream
21st Off Ramp
Summer Grove Bands
Saturday Nights:
Aug 18th Wild Eyed Dream
Sept 15th Off Ramp
Ashley Park
Look for details on Ashley Park’s FIDO FEST September 29th from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Also their Fall Festival will be October 27th
Rednexican
2 East Court Square, Newnan
(770)683-9545
Aug 10th 6 p.m. Josh Purgason
11th 6 p.m. Larry Mills
17th 6:30 p.m. Third Degree
18th 6 p.m. Lerogie
24th 6 p.m. Matt Moskal
25th 6 p.m. Ellis Lowery
Half Shell Hot Dog & Oyster Bar
1690 Hwy 34 E, Newnan
(770) 502-9911
Aug 14th Charlie Hudgins
16th Josh Purgason
21st Matt Moskal
23rd Daniel Toole
28th Larry Mills
30th Joey Troup
RPM
15 Jackson Street, Newnan
(770) 683-1414
*Every Wednesday is Open Mic with Blaire Morgan -Sign up at 7 p.m.
* Live Music starts at 2 p.m. on the patio, then Acoustic music at 8 p.m. inside, every Saturday & Sunday.
FATBOYS Bar & Grill
485 Hwy 16 West Newnan
(770) 755-6909
Aug 5th Kevin Lee
12th Brother G & Uncle MF
19th Josh Rodgers
26th Johnny D
*OPEN MIC EVERY TUESDAY 7 P.M.
Brickhouse
80 Newnan Station Drive, Newnan
(770) 683-2790
Sept 6th Corey Smith an Indie-minded country singer who has built a grassroots audience through his over 15 years of songwriting
Sept 14th Sweet Tea Project
Grazing Here in PTC
2808 Georgia HWY 54, PTC
(770) 486-2696
Aug 10th Second Time Around
11th Andrews Brothers Dueling Pianos
17th The Four T’s
18th The Band 85 South
25th One Hit Wonderland
31st Into The Further
Pickin’ On The Square
Downtown Newnan
1st Saturday of every month : Join in an over 10-year tradition of pickin’ & grinnin’ on the courthouse steps. Bring an instrument and join in or just stroll and listen to this great acoustic music. Everyone welcome!
Kris Youmans is originally from Savannah, GA where she was part of the River Street music scene early on and is greatly influenced by music of the southern culture. Kris’ interests are focused on local music, organizing music fundraisers, her three grown children, life on Pierce Chapel & Hank the Dog who also has an ear for music!. Contact Kris with questions, comments, suggestions or just to say you like her column [email protected])
