Atlanta Music Guide

The Big Rock Out to Pay Tribute to Slain Olympic Boxer Vernon Forrest

The Big Rock Out, for those who don't know, is a Vegas-style night of pure entertainment coming to Atlanta on September 19. There will be music from awesome rockers Cowboy Mouth as well as local lads Holdcell, and boxing matches between "Pretty Boy" Michael Jean Louis and Anthony "Ice" Greenridge. Sounds pretty exciting - and yet there's even more to the event.

A portion of the proceeds are going towards the Vernon Forrest family and charity as well as the charity Destiny's Child. Many have already heard about Vernon Forrest, the world champion boxer who was killed in a failed robbery attempt not too long ago. There will also be a tribute and a silent auction featuring a painting of Forrest by local artist Steve Penley. Destiny's Child is a charity that provides services and trains people with developmental, emotional, psychological disabilities and needs, so that they may live as independently as possible in the least restrictive environment to meet their needs.

Get your tickets now at Ticket Alternative!

 

Rock Fore! Dough V with Hootie & the Blowfish and More in Augusta on April 7

Since 2004 this group have been putting on a great rock show to raise money for The First Tee of Augusta, which teaches children life skills through the game of golf. This year the event has a great lineup, with Hootie & the Blowfish, Zac Brown and more to be announced. Past acts have included Edwin McCain, Sister Hazel, Cheap Trick and Collective Soul.

So far the event has raised $330,000. With great music, a great cause and the great surroundings of The First Tee of Augusta's driving range, you should contribute to the fund by buying your tickets here.

Want to Rock Turner Field?

Well here's your chance. The Braves are looking for bands to play at the Fan Plaza during games. From the team's website:

Your band could perform on the Fan Plaza Stage at Turner Field for a Braves game this season! The Braves are now accepting submissions for cover and original bands to entertain the tens of thousands of fans that attend Braves games. Bands selected will also receive free tickets for band members to that night’s game and a special discount code to pass along to their loyal followers to see them live in action! There’s never been a better way to get your band exposed to more than 40,000 people in one show!

One lucky band will also be selected as the "Braves Band of the Year" and win a private suite to the final home game of the 2009 season and a chance to play at Eddie’s Attic in Decatur. Eddie’s Attic has been the launching pad to stars like John Mayer, Jennifer Nettles of Sugarland and more… your band could be next!!

Read more here.