State of the Scene
The year is young, football season is over, and as Birmingham’s nightlife winds up again, let us take stock of what’s working, what’s not, and what we can do to improve our musical community.
Calendar: November 12-18
Birmingham’s stages host great local musicians and artists on tour. See the who, when, and where:
Calendar: August 20-26
See who’s playing in Birmingham this week.
Secret Stages 2018
On August 3 and 4, the biggest block party in Birmingham comes to Avondale. The eighth-annual Secret Stages music discovery festival will bring over 50 bands to the Magic City, introducing music lovers to rising acts at the turning-point of their careers.
Calendar: July 30 – August 5
Lots of great music this week, plus Secret Stages returns this weekend!
Calendar: July 23-29
Open mics, amplified rock, turntables, and more. There’s something for everybody in the Magic City!
Lady Legs: Holy Heatwave
Released in May before the summer hit, Holy Heatwave, the debut full-length by Birmingham’s Lady Legs, delivers the perfect beach vibe of a soundtrack for the scorching months.
Early James and the Latest
With the voice of an old soul and guitar chops somewhere between Andalusia and the Mississippi Delta, the artist’s talents are surprising at first, and haunting for long after.
Calendar: July 2-8
Live music all week long!
Calendar: June 4-10
Birmingham is home to some fantastic musicians. Here’s what they’re up to this week.