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Blues Music in Atlanta
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About the Blues Scene in Atlanta
Atlanta’s blues scene is as storied as the genre itself, rooted in raw emotion, rich traditions, and electrifying performances. From smoky clubs and local legends to national headliners and independent record shops, the blues continues to thrive across the city. Use this guide to catch upcoming shows, discover blues artists from Atlanta and beyond, and dive into “Blues and Beyond,” our long-running column by critic Hal Horowitz, covering the records, concerts, and personalities that keep the genre alive.
Critic’s Picks for Upcoming Blues Shows
See our list of all concert picks or the full list of CL critic's recommendations
04/08/2026 8:00 PM
The Eastern
CRITIC'S PICK:
Wed. April 8
Snarky Puppy, The Nth Power, The Eastern - The don't-call-them-fusion...
04/10/2026 8:00 PM
Smith's Olde Bar
CRITIC'S PICK:
Fri., April 10
Anthony Gomes, Smith's Olde Bar - Canadian blues rocker Gomes has...
04/10/2026 9:00 PM
Blind Willie's
CRITIC'S PICK:
Fri., April 10
Lil' Ed and the Blues Imperials, Blind Willie's - Ten years for one...
04/11/2026 8:00 PM
Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre
CRITIC'S PICK:
Sat., April 11
The Blues is Alright, Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center - This 20...
04/11/2026 9:00 PM
Blind Willie's
CRITIC'S PICK:
Sat., April 11
The Nick Moss Band featuring Dennis Gruenling, Blind Willie's - Ten...
04/18/2026 3:00 PM
Betty Mauldin Park
CRITIC'S PICK:
Sat., April 18
Bluesberry and Beer Festival, Betty Mauldin Park/Norcross - Someone...
04/19/2026 3:00 PM
The Hunt House
CRITIC'S PICK:
Sun., April 19
Atlanta Blues Society Gathering and Jam, Hunt House/Marietta - The...
Upcoming Blues Concerts in Atlanta
See the full concert and live music listings on our Blues Music Events Calendar
04/04/2026 9:00 PM
Blind Willie's
Live music at Blind Willie’s.
04/04/2026 9:30 PM
Northside Tavern
No description provided
04/05/2026 6:30 PM
Blind Willie's
Live music at Blind Willie’s.
04/05/2026 9:00 PM
Northside Tavern
No description provided
04/06/2026 10:00 PM
Northside Tavern
No description provided
04/07/2026 7:00 PM
Fat Matt's Rib Shack
Fran's Jam
Weekly Tuesday at 7:00 pm
Local Music with special guests
Blues Artists from Atlanta
For the full Atlanta directory, see the band and musician directory.
This rotating cast of high-caliber players revisits classic albums. A simple premise and a blast from the past rooted in the present.
Larry was brought up in the inner city of Cincinnati, Ohio by a single parent along with nine other siblings. The dilapidated three tiered tenement li...
Ranging from hard rocking, almost punk bombast, gentle acoustic driven ballads, and psych-ambient rambles, the newly released, limited edition, self-t...
Original, Psych/Americana/Blues/Lounge/Etc...
Georgia Local Spotlight
ATL based (est 2012), All The Locals, are shaped and molded out of the very bricks that make up their southern metropolis. Soulful backbone, a rock n ...
A tremendous slide guitarist, and most of all a God-gifted entertainer. I have witnessed him light up packed houses at the Great American Music Hall i...
Brandon Reeves is a Georgia based acoustic performer who uses original songs, story telling, fingerpicking guitar, foot tapping, and harmonica tooting...
An old soul hailing from Macon Georgia USA, Hughes Taylor was immediately drawn to the blues when he first picked up the guitar. Two decades later, he...
William “Blues Man” Reed and the Juke Joint Dukes play old-school Blues. If you like Muddy Waters, Albert King, and early BB King this is the band fo...
The stage transforms to the living room as Beth Casner, Roger Gregory, and Nick Johnson play old blues, gospel, and country tunes.
Danny ‘Mudcat’ Dudeck is an internationally known gospel and bluesman continuing the traditions of the early blues pioneers while adding his own Mudca...
Jackson and the Nightcaps are the next big thing when it comes to Chicago and Jump blues.
As the name implies, these gentlemen are on a mission:
Their purpose is to present the blues, jazz, R&B and zydeco in the best of the Afric...
Stoney Brooks is a skilled harmonica player deeply rooted in blues music. His journey began in 1974 when he was captivated by the power of the harmoni...
Cody Matlock is a soul, funk, and R&B singer-songwriter/guitarist based in Atlanta and on the road playing guitar for the legendary Stax Recor...
Venues Known for Blues Music
For our full music venue directory see our list of music venues
A local blues, jazz, and roots institution that's been around for more than 25 years. The North Highland Avenue storefront, with its signature guitar-...
Cajun Blues is just that! Great Cajun seafood and some of Atlanta's finest blues players all under one roof. Wednesday nights feature an open mic host...
Live blues and the love of good barbecue bring people from all over town to the small, boxy barbecue joint. An Atlanta landmark, Fat Matt's turns out ...
This legendary dive bar in West Midtown is Atlanta's home for live blues. The weekly lineup includes a Monday night jam and a regular Wednesday night ...
The bohemian living room serves as the city's center of bluegrass and Americana. The venue hosts a variety of other musical performers as well, plus d...
Blues and Beyond by Hal Horowitz
Hal Horowitz's Blues and Beyond
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Blues Music in Atlanta, Blues Shows & Venues
