Drink-n-Doodle: Vol. 11 // ABV Gallery Holiday Party

ABV Gallery proudly hosts a monthly event titled "Drink -n- Doodle" where a dozen local artists gather at one table to create new works of art. This month's event is being combined with the gallery's holiday party and is open the the public from 9pm to midnight. The event is always free and all ages are welcome. A guest DJ and complimentary beverages are provided. If you are looking for somewhere to shop for one-of-a-kind gifts that are more than affordable then be sure to stop by and stock up on some goodies. More info on this event is available on the ABV Gallery website, just give the poster below a click! See you all next week!

The Smoker's Club Tour: Atlanta 2010

Check out a video from headliner CURREN$Y:

Inside Dingogirl's Den: Cute, Creepy, & Humorous

This post is for those of you who are like us. We still like to stay in touch with our inner children. Let us lead you into the Dingogirl's Den and dig up some reminders of childhood with these imaginative plush toys. These monsters are handcrafted from colorful and high quality fabrics, some of which have even been recycled or imported. Purchase one of these little creatures listed in the Dingogirl's Den Shop or place a request for a custom item to be made just for you.

September 24: Iain Mcarthur Opening at ABV Gallery

ENTRANCE

New work by Iain Macarthur

ABV GALLERY

Opening Reception: Friday, September 24th, 2010 / 7-11PM

Exhibition Dates: September 24th - October 17th, 2010

Join Us @ 659 Auburn Ave. #504

Atlanta, GA. 30312

Repetitive Argument: Is Street Art Promoting Graffiti?

This debate is nothing new to those of us who are involved with and/or follow the street art scene. Graffiti and street art are both strong topics of conversation for those of us in Atlanta. This particular story is bigger than one city itself as it stems from an international art project known as The Living Walls. Artists from all over the world were participating in the conference which focused on transforming some of the more aesthetically depressing areas of Atlanta with remarkable murals. The official conference took place in the Eyedrum and patrons could walk through a maze of halls and rooms covered in wheat pasted posters, installation pieces, & more original murals. After the event proved to be an incredible success it also brought about more controversy when one of the murals created was vandalized by an outside graffiti artist. So the debate is still on as to whether or not street art promotes graffiti. Read the full article and you can decide for yourself. If you have opinions please feel free to share them as comments. We would love to hear feedback on this one. 

CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE!

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New Music: The Lunch Break

The Lunch Break is an Indie/ Pop band consisting of three of Atlanta’s most talented young men who produce, play, and write all their own music. I was fortunate to hang out with them at UNI Studios while they rehearsed and prepared new material for their upcoming EP release.  Catch a quick glimpse into the lives of these three artistic men and watch out for them this fall. Follow them on Twitter and download their song ‘Bullet Proof Casualties’ here!!

♥ Mekilla

 

 Filmed by: Mekialaa Edited by: Xavier Djx Moreno

The Mad Violinist and Symphony Crack Orchestra

The Mad Violinist and The Symphony Crack Orchestra are a captivating group of young men whose instruments greatly heartened me musically instantly drawing me back for more. The group performs as a rock band, as well as assists other Hip-Hop artists such as Priceless the Kid. This eclectic group of guys are truly inspiring because of their dedication and their passion for making authentic music. Check out and enjoy this killer performance by The Mad Violinist and Symphony Crack replicating Drake’s single ‘Over’, at King Plow in Atlanta, GA hosted by Raising the Bar.

♥ Mekilla

Criminal Records In-Store Show: Fanfarlo

The earthy folk music of Fanfarlo seems to have been thoughtfully grown from a seedling planted in a rich "marching band meets motown" soil. The band is rooted in London but their sound is slowly branching out to all parts of the world. Similarities can be drawn between the elements of Fanfarlo and those of bands like Shout Out Louds, Bishop Allen, and Marching Band. We stopped by Criminal Records this weekend to check out their exclusive in-store performance.

Since the show left us wanting for more we were stoked to find out about a free download of the College Radio Sessions EP and the hit single I'm A Pilot from the Reservoir album.

I'm A Pilot

FREE DOWNLOAD

Enjoy!

-Ash Lethal

Little Love Blue

A crafter such as Cary Walker makes herself hard to compete with in the handmade world. There is everything to love about the simplicity and elegance of her style, not to mention her beam of feminine energy. Walker is currently situated here in Atlanta and she has been selling her creatures since 2008 from her store known as Little Love Blue. Walker also has an inspiring blog where she shares handmade and vintage finds. Sometimes it can be really nice to embrace the softer side of life and this artist makes that side ever so inviting.

-Ash Lethal

Video Montage #2 - Killa's Birthday!

March 8, 2010

Location: Hole in the Wall. Atlanta, GA.

Check out the highlights from one of the best nights of our lives.

Email Hole in the Wall @ holeinthewallatlanta@yahoo.com -

They will book you a FREE party! Be sure to tell 'em we sent you!

♥ Mekilla & Ash Lethal

O'Brother 7 inch Vinyl Release Show

photo credits: Alex Gibbs - www.alexgibbsphotos.com

1.22.10: Imagine there's an underground music venue with no visible sign or telephone and it has the ability to admit 250 people. It's a Friday night in downtown Atlanta and with so many things to do you might also imagine that The Drunken Unicorn is the last place you'd see people packing into. Expect nothing less from a live show with a lineup that consists of artists O'Brother and All The Day Holiday.

We have been fans of O'Brother for a few years now but our highlight from this show is a live video of All The Day Holiday playing a song from their first full-length album. The band hails organically from Cincinnati and their sound is comparable to that of artists like Jimmy Eat World, Muse, and Death Cab for Cutie. This was our first time catching them live and we were completely blown away. You may find the footage is a little rocky at times but it captures these brilliant minds at work as well as their interactive chemistry onstage. All The Day Holiday has become one of our favorites instantly as they share some of our sources for inspiration; art, experience, and the wonderful mystery of life. This band is essentially all that they are inspired by in the way they create art and deliver it in the form of an unforgettable experience. These experiences are what help us to solve those wonderful mysteries of life.

-Ash Lethal

"Real Time" All The Day Holiday from Mekiala A on Vimeo.

♥ Mekilla

Band of Horses

Band of Horses, formerly known as Horses, was formed in Seattle, Washington in 2004. These woodsy gentlemen captured my attention with their unique folk-indie rock sound. They currently base their work out of Mt.Pleasant, South Carolina and have been on tour with their second album, Cease to Begin. We were lucky enough to catch their sold out show in Atlanta, Georgia at the Tabernacle.

♥ Mekilla

"The Funeral' Band of Horses from Mekiala A on Vimeo.

Minus the Bear LIVE! from Variety Playhouse, in Atlanta.Ga.

Minus the Bear is an Indie Rock band from Seattle, Washington. They are known for their amusing song tittles and their unique sound: a combination of electro beats mixed with Indie Pop Rock. I was fortunate to catch them while they were in Atlanta.Ga back in 2008. Their stage performance was simply incredible, not to mention they are some of the most mellow, down to earth guys I've ever met. If they come to a city near you.. take advantage and go see them! Here's a small sample of them at the Variety Playhouse in Little Five Points. Enjoy!

♥ Mekilla

Rising Icons Atlanta Music Showcase At Whiskey Park

"Camera Gun Shy" by Trances Arc Live @ Whiskey Park, Atlanta. Ga. 12.11.09

LISTEN to FREE tracks from the 2010 record HERE!

Friday, December 11, 2009: Rising Icons - Atlanta

All the stops were pulled out this past weekend at Whiskey Park for the Rising Icons Event presented by 944 Media. Grey Goose and Bud Light were among the group of sponsors and we were lucky enough to receive the VIP treatment complete with complimentary bottles and beer. A custom stage was built inside the venue for local rising stars Frank Bell, The Modern Society, and Trances Arc to perform. Lovely host J. Monroe dropped her single post show and DJ Rimby wrapped up the evening spinning some late night hits. Photos of the event were taken courtesy of Jonathan Echeverry and The Midnight Socialite.

Stay tuned for a live video of Trances Arc.

-Ash Lethal