Nehf, Aldridge: Public art task force needed Nov 18, 2009
Think about the positive effects of AthFest, the Classic Center, all of the University of Georgia performances and the many arts- and culture-based businesses in town. Look at the popularity of the beautiful new art-infused Hotel Indigo. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Indie label joining Athens scene Oct 19, 2009
net and an organizer of the annual AthFest music festival. New West sponsored the 2009 AthFest. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Fuzzies just happy to be here Sep 3, 2009
The four-piece band, which began as a songwriting and recording project between singer/guitarist Harwell and drummer Davey Staton, played its first AthFest, was nominated for "Upstart of the Year" honors at the Flagpole Music Awards and will perform at the 40 Watt for the first time on Saturday. And to top it all off, Harwell and his wife, Jana, welcomed their second child, John Samuel, into the world Aug. 20. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Mule Train: A label for two Aug 20, 2009
Held during AthFest 2008, Ryan put together a program of 30 artists who played over the course of the weekend in the Green Room, Mule Train Records' own performance venue in the label's headquarters underneath Good Dirt on Thomas Street. But Ryan, ever-ambitious, had bigger plans for the festival. (Athens Banner-Herald)
An Athens affinity: Dead Confederate Aug 6, 2009
Dead Confederate performs at AthFest in June. Dead Confederate with Dark Meat, Drakkar Sauna and Quiet Hooves When: 9 tonight Where: 40 Watt, 285 W. Washington St. Cost: $5, $7 under 21 Call: (706) 549-7871 Online. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Online magazines steer travelers to Athens Jul 30, 2009
It mentions the annual music festival AthFest, as well as the college-town feel created by the University of Georgia. Emphasizing Athens' penchant for bikes, the article said, "a vibrant bicycle culture in Athens, Ga., has created the annual the Twilight Series and Critical Mass bike events each year, which attract thousands of competitors.". (Athens Banner-Herald)
Cancer group bids for younger demographic Jul 28, 2009
The lineup also will include Fausto Sarmiento, who was instrumental in bringing El Banco de la Opportunidad to Athens; Mark Bell, owner of 8es bar and Blur; AthFest co-founder Jared Bailey; and many other successful men from the Classic City. "They're all extremely kind and fun men, and everyone will love them," Holman says, adding one woman planning to attend told her her bidding limit is $1,200. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Darius: Doing the right thing Jul 17, 2009
" Nappy Roots, who came to Athens last year to play Darius Goes West Day (and played AthFest this year), return Saturday to play a show at the Classic Center for the event. Weems has struck up a friendship with the members, who are interested in helping him further his career. He's also worked with producer Chris Jackson and Athens' own Ben Allen (who served as engineer on the platinum-selling album "St. Elsewhere" by Gnarls Barkley). Weems says he's about to launch a hip-hop blog to track his... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Charles Gard'ner: Mayor does her share Jul 7, 2009
I came out of the Morton Theatre late Sunday night during the recent AthFest music festival. Most of the outdoor activities on Washington Street had closed down, but there were still a few people walking around talking, etc. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Police mum about checkpoints, but vow presence Jul 3, 2009
But they won't say whether this Independence Day will bring the type of roadblocks that kept officers and jailers busy on St. Patrick's Day and during AthFest ... And they might remember that police arrested dozens of drivers at checkpoints during last weekend's AthFest festivities ... UGA officers, along with Georgia State Patrol troopers, helped with the AthFest weekend checks that netted four dozen drunken drivers. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Best towns to visit by car Jul 3, 2009
has a thriving bike culture and live music scene culminating in the annual AthFest, a nonprofit music and arts festival held downtown. It's also home to the University of Georgia, which makes it a typical college town chock full of coffee shops and bars suitable for late nights of philosophizing. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Jason Thrasher: From rock shows to wedding receptions Jul 2, 2009
A show of his work at The Grit, timed to coincide with last week's AthFest, captures a collection of some of Athens' most recognizable faces in music and spans his career. Thrasher, who graduated from the University of Georgia in 1998 with a BFA in photography, sums up his skills simply, though. (Athens Banner-Herald)
'Local food wins' at cook-off Jul 1, 2009
Local food wins' at cook-off070109living1Correspondent As AthFest 2009 slowly drew to a close late Sunday afternoon, one new event stood out as a crowd-pleasing success ... As AthFest 2009 slowly drew to a close late Sunday afternoon, one new event stood out as a crowd-pleasing success. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Jenny Lewis at 40 Watt tonight Jul 1, 2009
Drawing music fans back into the clubs a mere three days after a particularly raucous AthFest is no easy challenge. But luckily, Jenny Lewis has the kind of star power that will draw even the most show-weary to the 40 Watt Club tonight. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Around 50 arrested at road stops Jun 29, 2009
com Athens-Clarke police, University of Georgia police and the Georgia State Patrol staged a drunken driving sweep as AthFest entered its second night Friday, and along the way nabbed an accused marijuana trafficker and a suspected burglar ... Athens-Clarke police, University of Georgia police and the Georgia State Patrol staged a drunken driving sweep as AthFest entered its second night Friday, and along the way nabbed an accused marijuana trafficker and a suspected burglar. (Athens Banner-Herald)
The Week in Review Jun 28, 2009
- Flagpole Athens Music Awards kicked off AthFest 2009. Bloodkin took the Album of the Year Award for Baby They Told Us We Would Rise Again, while Widespread Panic earned the award for Band/Performer of the Year. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Downtown Athens takes on a festive atmosphere Jun 28, 2009
The Corduroy Road performed on the main stage of AthFest Saturday afternoon. Downtown Athens takes on a festive atmosphere. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Obama activists to woo AthFest crowds Jun 27, 2009
com Athens activists are using AthFest to drum up backing for President Obama's plans for health care reform ... Jaye Lorton, center, applauds during AthFest on Friday ... Hardy Morris of Dead Confederate sings during AthFest on Friday. (Athens Banner-Herald)
No arson in Georgia Theatre fire Jun 27, 2009
Meanwhile, Clayton and North Lumpkin streets were reopened just in time for the AthFest music festival, which began Thursday night. Related Subjects. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Best bets: AthFest, Daso art, Stuart Little Jun 27, 2009
Although last week's fire at the Georgia Theatre has necessitated some shifting of venues, the 12th annual AthFest is a show that must go on. The salute to regional music runs through Sunday at a variety of venues in Athens. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Theatre fire cause not foundbut traced to dressing area Jun 26, 2009
Officials planned Thursday night to reopen sections of West Clayton and North Lumpkin streets that had been closed since the fire - in time for the throngs of people who will be attending AthFest this weekend, Hendrix said. But sidewalks and some parking spaces near the nightclub will remain closed indefinitely, he said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Rock Docs schedule at Ciné (with VIDEO) Jun 26, 2009
Rock Docs schedule at Cin 062609marquee2Athens Banner-Herald Throughout AthFest, you can escape the heat and standing-room-only crowds and duck into the cool, dark climes of a movie theater - and still get your fill of music ... Throughout AthFest, you can escape the heat and standing-room-only crowds and duck into the cool, dark climes of a movie theater - and still get your fill of music ... Admission $5 or free w/ AthFest wristband (includes R.E.M. retrospective and feature screening). (Athens Banner-Herald)
AthFest an economic jolt nicely timed Jun 26, 2009
com AthFest is not immune to the recession, but it is a boost for Athens businesses in a sluggish economy and a slow time of year ... AthFest is not immune to the recession, but it is a boost for Athens businesses in a sluggish economy and a slow time of year ... The annual music festival's main sponsor for several years, Verizon, abruptly backed out this year, AthFest founder Jared Bailey said, leaving organizers scrambling to fill the void. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Editorial: AthFest offers chance to really see Athens Jun 26, 2009
For 13 years now, the annual AthFest music and arts festival has brought downtown Athens to life at a time that, before the festival's arrival, had seen downtown revert back to its days as a quiet precinct of a sleepy Southern college town ... In addition to the economic opportunity that AthFest represents, it also provides another, equally vital opportunity for Athens residents ... And that's where AthFest comes in. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Flagpole Awards salute year's best in Athens music Jun 26, 2009
Flagpole hosts the readers-choice awards each year as a kickoff to AthFest, which takes to stages outdoors and in clubs around town this weekend ... (The Morton Theatre signed on to host performers that were scheduled to perform at the Georgia Theatre during AthFest ... AthFest shows begin today at 5 on the Outdoor Main Stages. (Athens Banner-Herald)
GPB radio show on location at this year's AthFest Jun 25, 2009
In the early days of AthFest - back when the main stage was located at the eastern end of Washington Street in the vicinity of the Classic Center - Susan Staley's "Georgia Mountain Stage" concerts provided the perfect closing notes for the three-day music-and-arts festival ... "We'd have a couple of music groups and a storyteller, like John Seawright, and we'd start on Sunday evening after the last band on the main stage shut down. A lot of the AthFest staff people would come, and everybody... (Athens Banner-Herald)
A show of supportdrawing a big crowd Jun 25, 2009
We shall return," on the theater marquee. Workers came in Saturday to print up the first batch of 200, finishing in time to have them on sale at the Perpetual Groove show, said Old Guard owner Haywood Thomas. So far, they've printed 1,200 more. Old Guard won't take a cut of the sales - technically, donations - beyond the costs of making the shirts, Thomas said. Robert said he hopes Georgia Theatre fans will buy lots more of the shirts at the Morton Theatre during next week's AthFest, at... (Athens Banner-Herald)
AthFest 2009 Outdoor Stages Lineup Jun 25, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Performers not designated with Main Stage will perform on the Hull Street Stage. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Seven shows you can't miss Jun 25, 2009
Blake Aued's AthFest picks ... Editor's note: Each year, news reporter Blake Aued finds a bevy of bands worth checking out at AthFest. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Athfest: Bring the kids, too Jun 25, 2009
AthFest isn't just for the cool kids, the hipsters and music junkies to get their fill of tunes for the weekend ... AthFest Hull Street Stage. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Lewis: The ACTION 5! AthFest Special Jun 25, 2009
AthFest Special062509marquee3Athens Banner-Herald AthFest once again is upon us ... AthFest once again is upon us ... Regular Action 5 readers know I'm a big fan of this Athens indie theater and performance space - now boasting a full bar - which once again is showing music documentaries during AthFest. (Athens Banner-Herald)
About the bands Jun 25, 2009
" The Corduroy Road (5:30 p.m. Saturday, Main Stage) - Kentucky natives Drew Carman and Dylan Solise had a good thing going as an old-time bluegrass duo. Adding drummer John Cable and bassist Tim Helms changed everything. "Picking up the low end added a rock feel to what we were playing," Carman says. The group now is known for bringing the explosive energy of punk rock to their live show. Their full length debut, "Love Is War," will be released this summer. Creepy (10 p.m. Friday, Flicker... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Take a ride through Athens' music history Jun 25, 2009
Although a significant portion of the musical heritage of the Classic City took a major blow last week with the fire at the Georgia Theatre, the Athens Music History Driving Tour is set to roll again this week as part of the AthFest celebration ... The two-hour tour departs from the kiosk on Washington Street in front of City Hall, and tickets are $10 with an AthFest wristband and $15 without. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Grammy winner opens RockDocs (with SONG) Jun 24, 2009
com He's the only performer at AthFest this year to have an official Grammy under his belt - as far as we know - but Art Rosenbaum is about as unassuming as he can be. He credits the award, after all, to the musicians included on his "Art of Field Recording Vol. 1: Fifty Years of Traditional American Music Documented by Art Rosenbaum," which this year earned the Grammy for Best Historical Album. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Groups plan to help rebuild Georgia Theatre Jun 24, 2009
AthFest, an annual musical festival that puts the spotlight on local acts, will continue as scheduled starting Thursday. Eleven acts were scheduled to play the Georgia Theatre over four days. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Iron AthChef: A tasty new offering to promote local businesses Jun 24, 2009
It's both a tongue twister and a taste pleaser: AthChef, a new culinary arts competition added to AthFest, will take place between Craig Page of PLACE (Promoting Local Agriculture and Cultural Experiences) and the Athens Farmers Market and Eric Wagoner of Athens Locally Grown. The men will compete in an "Iron Chef"-type of cook-off 5 p.m. Sunday, after the secret ingredient is revealed. (Athens Banner-Herald)
City Lights festival this weekend in Commerce Jun 23, 2009
Commerce's 2009 City Lights Downtown Festival, now in its 12th year, will be held June 27, during what is traditionally the busiest day at AthFest ... While AthFest revelers pack into the streets of Athens, he'll pack people into Spencer Park at the intersection of South Elm and Pine streets ... "Commerce just has different demographics than Athens. There are not as many 18- to 24-year-olds here, so we plan more for families. While you have a lot of families who take their kids down to AthFest,... (Athens Banner-Herald)
On the road: Area road work Jun 22, 2009
Closed from 8 a.m. Friday through midnight Sunday for AthFest. College Avenue between West Hancock Avenue and West Dougherty Street. (Athens Banner-Herald)
A scene of sights and sounds Jun 21, 2009
"Of course, it was a vital part of the music scene here, and it's going to make a big difference," said Jared Bailey, director of AthFest, which kicks off Thursday. Bailey spent the day with other AthFest organizers working out a deal with the Morton Theatre to move shows that had been scheduled at the Georgia Theatre ... Baumg rtner's band played the Georgia Theatre last year during AthFest. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Band will perform benefit show tonight Jun 20, 2009
AthFest shows that were slated to be held at the landmark venue next Friday and Saturday nights will move to the Morton Theatre ... Next weekend, 11 bands were scheduled to play at the Georgia Theatre during the post-AthFest club crawl ... Musicians and festival organizers scrambled Friday to book those bands at the Morton Theatre instead, AthFest booker Jeff Montgomery said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Fire heavily damages historic Georgia Thea... Jun 20, 2009
Greene has already talked with organizers of AthFest about moving AthFest events scheduled at the theater to the Classic Center downtown or Legion Field on the University of Georgia campus. Scott Orvold, who served as night manager last night at the Georgia Theatre, said employees left the air-conditioner on in anticipation of near 100-degree temperatures today. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Georgia Theatre burns Jun 20, 2009
Eleven acts were scheduled to appear in the theater as part of the annual AthFest music festival next weekend. Festival organizers were looking for alternative venues Friday but hoped to find a place for the bands to play. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Spotted®: The focus is on you! Jun 20, 2009
LIVING THE DREAM: Joachim;s Dream won first place in Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School;s second annual RAM JAM competition where they won $250, eight hours of recording time at Chase Park Transduction and a spot on the outdoor stage at Athfest. HERE;S TO DAD: Did you spend some time at Sandy Creek Park with dad, playing basketball, volleyball, ultimate frisbee or just hanging out. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Unsung music heroes on the big screen at Ciné Jun 19, 2009
The film is part of Rock Docs, Cin;'s nod to AthFest. Visit for details on other Rock Docs. (Athens Banner-Herald)
What's Playing Jun 18, 2009
To kick off AthFest, Cin; is hosting these documentary films about rock 'n' roll. Anvil. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Ginger Envelope's sounds surround Jun 4, 2009
" After AthFest, The Ginger Envelope will join singer-songwriter Madeline Adams, who recently released her latest album, "White Flag," on an East Coast tour in July. Carey says this will be the first extended road work for the band. "We've done some regional jaunts, and we've played in New York and on the North Carolina circuit, but we've never done a full-fledged tour before," he says. "Madeline and I are good buddies, and we share some bandmates, so we dreamed this tour up during the winter.... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Around Madison: A time for the Dillards Jun 3, 2009
Holman Autry also is slated to play at 3:30 p.m. June 28 at AthFest in Athens. Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Wednesday, June 03, 2009. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Bands, bites, booths at summer fests Jun 3, 2009
Music, however, is still at the heart of AthFest, with several downtown venues and clubs scheduling shows just for the event for the club crawl ... AthFest also includes theatrical presentations, music panels, the Flagpole Music Awards and KidsFest, which includes carnival games, a petting zoo and musical acts. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Editorial: School music program hits the right notes May 17, 2009
That is happening now in an intentional way through AthFest AfterSchool, an outreach program of the annual summertime music festival that brings downtown Athens alive with the sounds that have made it a destination for musicians and music lovers for years. In addition to staging the annual festival, AthFest is a nonprofit corporation aimed at providing music education to community residents ... Musicians will play a few acoustic songs and then, as AthFest founder Jared Bailey explained, they... (Athens Banner-Herald)
AthFest AfterSchool helps young musicians May 15, 2009
AthFest CD release show With The Quick Hooks, Holy Liars and Brave New Citizen When: 8 tonight Where: Tasty World Cost: Free Details: Widespread Panic's Sunny Ortiz will be on hand to present a Gretsch guitar (donated by Gretsch) and signed by members of Widespread Panic. The guitar will be auctioned on eBay to benefit AthFest AfterSchool ... That's pretty much the drum AthFest founder Jared Bailey has been beating. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Phillips: Atlanta band a headliner? Mar 25, 2009
032509marquee2Athens Banner-Herald AthFest, Athens' annual music and arts festival that takes place in clubs and on stages downtown, announced its lineup for the outdoor stages this week, driving Tweets far and wide to pose the question: Why are the Black Lips, an Atlanta band, headlining the fest ... AthFest outdoor acts announced ... AthFest, Athens' annual music and arts festival that takes place in clubs and on stages downtown, announced its lineup for the outdoor stages this week, driving... (Athens Banner-Herald)
One-Tank Trip: Athens Feb 27, 2009
There s something to celebrate all year-round Fluke Comics Fest, Athfest Music Weekend, Human Rights Festival, Twilight Criterium bicycle race and the Hot Corner Soul Festival. IF YOU GO. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
PopFest music festival on hold Feb 11, 2009
Turner said that in part, they're taking a nonprofit cue from AthFest, which started in 1996 and takes place each June. Director Jared Bailey said AthFest "absolutely" will go forward this year, and that its nonprofit status is important, although AthFest receives sponsorships from businesses, as well. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Business Whirl: Bailey rates a ‘Best Organizer’ for AthFest Feb 8, 2009
Business Whirl: Bailey rates a ;Best Organizer; for AthFest020809business5news@onlineathens. com ConventionSouth magazine recognized Jared Bailey, director of AthFest Music and Arts Festival, among the ;Best Event Organizers; in the country for exhibiting outstanding professionalism, creativity and dedication in planning ... Business Whirl: Bailey rates a ;Best Organizer; for AthFest. (Athens Banner-Herald)
