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Country Music in Atlanta

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Atlanta’s country music scene runs deep — from chart-topping stars at major venues like State Farm Arena and Ameris Bank Amphitheatre to local legends strumming heartfelt ballads in neighborhood honky-tonks and songwriter rounds. Whether you're drawn to outlaw grit, bluegrass twang, or modern country-pop, this guide is your starting point for exploring the artists, venues, and upcoming shows that keep Atlanta's country tradition alive and kicking.

Critic’s Picks for Upcoming Country Shows

See our list of all concert picks or the full list of CL critic's recommendations

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Aaron Lee Tasjan W/ Special Guest Madeleine Kelson at Eddie's Attic

11/04/2026 7:00 PM
Eddie's Attic

CRITIC’S PICK
Wed., Nov. 4

Aaron Lee Tasjan, Madeleine Kelson, Eddie’s Attic — Singer/songwriter...

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Jim Lauderdale at Eddie's Attic

11/06/2026 7:00 PM
Eddie's Attic

CRITIC’S PICK
Fri. Nov. 6

Jim Lauderdale, Eddie’s Attic — Even the most hardcore fan of...

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Murray Attaway, Peter Holsapple, and Don Dixon: Trio in the Attic w/ Special Guest Clay Harper at Eddie's Attic

11/12/2026 7:00 PM
Eddie's Attic

CRITIC’S PICK
Thurs. Nov. 12

Murray Attaway with Peter Holsapple and Don Dixon, Clay Harper,...

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Sanctuary Park Tour: Celebrating 40 Years Of The Jayhawks at Variety Playhouse

11/12/2026 8:00 PM
Variety Playhouse

CRITIC’S PICK
Thurs., Nov. 12

Jayhawks, Mary Gauthier, Variety Playhouse — The Minneapolis-bred...

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Becky Shaw with her Full Band – CD Release Show for Cast Off the Lines! at Eddie's Attic

11/14/2026 7:00 PM
Eddie's Attic

CRITIC’S PICK
Sat., Nov. 14

Becky Shaw, Eddie’s Attic — Hers might not be a recognizable name,...

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Mike Farris w/ Barry Waldrep at Eddie's Attic

11/15/2026 6:00 PM
Eddie's Attic

CRITIC’S PICK
Sun., Nov. 15

Mike Farris, Barry Waldrep, Eddie’s Attic — The Screamin’ Cheetah...

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Blackberry Smoke: Holiday Homecoming

11/27/2026 8:00 PM
Tabernacle

CRITIC’S PICK
Fri., Nov. 27

Blackberry Smoke, Tabernacle — Atlanta’s rugged red dirt icons...

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Blackberry Smoke: Holiday Homecoming

11/27/2026 8:00 PM
Tabernacle

CRITIC’S PICK
Fri., Nov. 27

Blackberry Smoke, Tabernacle — Atlanta’s rugged red dirt icons...

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The Steeldrivers at Variety Playhouse

11/27/2026 8:00 PM
Variety Playhouse

CRITIC’S PICK
Fri., Nov. 27

The SteelDrivers, Variety Playhouse — The five time GRAMMY®...

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Ellis Paul at Eddie's Attic

11/28/2026 7:00 PM
Eddie's Attic

CRITIC’S PICK
Sat., Nov. 28

Ellis Paul, Eddie’s Attic — New England folkie Paul is a longtime...

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The Steeldrivers at Variety Playhouse

11/28/2026 8:00 PM
Variety Playhouse

CRITIC’S PICK
Sat., Nov. 28

The SteelDrivers, Variety Playhouse — The five time GRAMMY®...

—See Recommendation
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Kristian Bush & Friends at Eddie's Attic

11/29/2026 6:00 PM
Eddie's Attic

CRITIC’S PICK
Sun., Nov. 29

Kristian Bush and Friends, Eddie’s Attic — Sugarland is back on the...

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Kristian Bush & Friends at Eddie's Attic

11/29/2026 8:15 PM
Eddie's Attic

CRITIC’S PICK
Sun., Nov. 29

Kristian Bush and Friends, Eddie’s Attic — Sugarland is back on the...

—See Recommendation
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Kristian Bush & Friends at Eddie's Attic

11/30/2026 7:00 PM
Eddie's Attic

CRITIC’S PICK
Mon., Nov. 30

Kristian Bush and Friends, Eddie’s Attic — Sugarland is back on the...

—See Recommendation
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Kristian Bush & Friends at Eddie's Attic

11/30/2026 9:15 PM
Eddie's Attic

CRITIC’S PICK
Mon., Nov. 30

Kristian Bush and Friends, Eddie’s Attic — Sugarland is back on the...

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Upcoming Country Concerts in Atlanta

See the full concert and live music listings on our Country Music Events Calendar

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Zach Top: Cold Beer & Country Music Tour 2026

10/29/2026 8:00 PM
Gas South Arena
“The fastest-rising star in Country Music” (Variety) Zach Top is in the midst of a landmark year on the heels of winning Best Traditional Country Albu...
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Canyonland at Red Clay Music Foundry

10/29/2026 8:00 PM
Eddie Owen presents: Red Clay Music Foundry
The best of 70's Laurel Canyon Rock (Linda Ronstadt, Fleetwood Mac, The Eagles, Neil Young, Jackson Browne, and more)! Canyonland plays the music of 7...
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Alash at Red Clay Music Foundry

10/31/2026 8:00 PM
Eddie Owen presents: Red Clay Music Foundry
ALASH are masters of Tuvan throat singing (xöömei), a remarkable technique for singing multiple pitches at the same time. What distinguishes this grou...
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Goldy LockS Halloween and Costume Party! at Southern Roots

10/31/2026 9:00 PM
Southern Roots Tavern & Eatery
Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music, outrageous costumes, and Halloween fun! Enter our Costume Contest Rock the night away with one of ...
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Songwriters in the Round: Thomm Jutz, Tony Arata and Ed Snodderly at Red Clay Music Foundry

11/01/2026 4:30 PM
Eddie Owen presents: Red Clay Music Foundry
THOMM JUTZ


Thomm Jutz studied classical guitar performance at the Conservatory of Music in Stuttgart,Germany, and earned his graduate degree in Appa...
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Aaron Lee Tasjan W/ Special Guest Madeleine Kelson at Eddie's Attic

11/04/2026 7:00 PM
Eddie's Attic

CRITIC’S PICK
Wed., Nov. 4

Aaron Lee Tasjan, Madeleine Kelson, Eddie’s Attic — Singer/songwriter...

—See Event

Atlanta-Based Country Artists

For the full Atlanta directory, see the band and musician directory.

ATL Collective

ATL Collective

This rotating cast of high-caliber players revisits classic albums. A simple premise and a blast from the past rooted in the present.
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Cracker

Perhaps best known for their breakout hit “Low,” Cracker is as much a band as it is a time capsule from an era where grunge and rock reigned supreme. ...
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Michelle Malone

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Nikki & the Phantom Callers

Nikki & the Phantom Callers' debut LP, Everybody's Going To Hell (But You and Me). The 11 track collection of boot-stomping... alt-country & jangly in...
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Jacob Bryant

At 26, Jacob Bryant has lived through more than men twice his age. Hidden behind his blue eyes and charming smile lies a past of addiction, death, and...
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Blackfox

Ranging from hard rocking, almost punk bombast, gentle acoustic driven ballads, and psych-ambient rambles, the newly released, limited edition, self-t...
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Andrea and Mud

Surf Western from the South. Andrea & Mud Sound like Doc Watson and the Cramps had a lovechild while watching a Tarantino movie.


"Andrea and Mud are...
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Papa Jack Couch

Papa Jack Couch is an Atlanta-based act touching genres in bluegrass, country, and folk. More than the tales of heartache, smiles, bad luck, and devot...
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Slim Chickens

Atlanta roots-rock band
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Futurebirds

Futurebirds are an American Rock and Roll band formed in 2008 from Athens, Georgia, United States. Their first album, Hampton's Lullaby, was released ...
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Brandon Reeves

Brandon Reeves is a Georgia based acoustic performer who uses original songs, story telling, fingerpicking guitar, foot tapping, and harmonica tooting...
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Tanglewood Tonic

The stage transforms to the living room as Beth Casner, Roger Gregory, and Nick Johnson play old blues, gospel, and country tunes.
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Nate Nelson

Nate Nelson

From the ashes of all the great musicians that have come out of Atlanta, Georgia comes Nathan Nelson. If you were to wander the clubs, bars and honky-...
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Dave Franklin

Dave Franklin

Dave Franklin is a singer-songwriter from Atlanta, and former member of the legendary Atlanta alt rock band, hollyfaith. Franklin has also toured & re...
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Thayer Naples

Studying and graduating from Berklee College Of Music in 2013, Thayer has a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Performance. After graduation at Berklee, Thayer...
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Kristian Bush

Kristian Bush is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer. Bush is one half of the country music duo Sugarland with Jennifer Nettles, and w...
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Venues Known for Country Music

For our full music venue directory see our list of music venues

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Blind Willie's

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-...
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City Winery Atlanta

Atlanta's first urban winery, City Winery has an intimate music venue able to seat 300 people, a restaurant, bar, an outdoor patio, and a private even...
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Red Clay Magnum

Eddie Owen presents: Red Clay Music Foundry

This 260-seat theater hosts a variety of musical acts. Acoustic music and singer/songwriter material is the venue's forte, but the format is open, and...
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Eddie's Attic

Located across from Decatur Square, Eddie's hosts aspiring and accomplished singer-songwriters for live shows almost nightly and is famous for its bia...
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Northside Tavern

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 ...
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Sweet Georgia's Juke Joint

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Tabernacle

This former church has Gothic ambiance to spare, making it a fun spot to catch a rock or hip-hop show. The club, which boasts some inviting bar and lo...
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Terminal West

As part of the King Plow Arts Center, Terminal West has become the Westside’s premier live music venue, giving equal stage time to hip-hop, indie rock...
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Whisky Mistress

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—See Event

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