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Earth, Wind And Fire Will Take To Road With Hits -- And Sadness

By • Jun 7, 2017
Chris Pizzello / Invision/Associated press file

Earth, Wind and Fire will hit the road this summer, including a stop in metro Atlanta, with some classic hits, a new touring partner and lingering heartache.

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The hits include "September," ''Shining Star" and "Boogie Wonderland," while they'll share the stage with the band Chic, featuring Nile Rodgers. The sadness comes from the loss last year of their founder Maurice White.

Atlanta Musicians Pay Tribute To Director David Lynch

By • Jun 2, 2017
Courtesy of Jeffrey Butzer

Director David Lynch has returned to television. Showtime brought back his cult favorite "Twin Peaks" at the end of May – the show picks up 25 years after the original series came to an end. With this revived fervor for Lynch's altogether strange take on the world, Atlanta musician Jeffrey Butzer is paying tribute to Lynch's music at the EARL.

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Atlanta Women's Chorus Sings Music From The British Isles

By Gabbie Watts • Jun 2, 2017
Voices of Note

On Saturday, the Atlanta Women’s Chorus will present an evening of music from the British Isles, spanning from baroque music to today's popular music. 

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Upcoming Atlanta Concerts: Paul Simon, Candler Park Fest And More

By • Jun 2, 2017
Julie Jacobson / Associated Press

This weekend calendar includes another great neighborhood festival and a songwriting legend coming to town. Contributor Mara Davis and host emeritus Steve Goss have the rundown on upcoming concerts with Mara's Music Mix.

Gregg Allman's Funeral To Be In Macon, Where Band Won Fame

By • May 31, 2017
Joe Howell / Associated Press

A funeral for rock star Gregg Allman will be held Saturday in Macon, where The Allman Brothers Band first won fame.

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Local news media report that a private memorial is scheduled for 1 p.m. at Snow's Memorial Chapel. Allman will be buried near his late brother, founding Allman Brothers guitarist Duane Allman, and late bandmate Berry Oakley at Rose Hill Cemetery.

Fans are expected to line the procession route from Snow's to the cemetery.

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