Local musician and Historic Athens’ very own director Tommy Valentine has decided to celebrate his 40th birthday in the most traditionally Athenian way, at the 40 Watt. Presented by Peach State Lite and hosted by Montu Miller, Kelly Girtz and DJ Chief Rocka, the event will include a plethora of local Athens acts including Ant Tha Ripper, BlackNerdNinja, Celest Ngeve, Dave Marr, Elite Tha Showstoppa, Kxng Blanco, Life the Griot, Motorhead2x, P.O. the Priceless One, Trvy, Uniqe, Whisper Tha Freak and more. Featured performers include Calvin Orlando Smith, Cassie Chantel, Ishues, Nicholas Mallis and T. Hardy Morris. Proceeds from the event will go towards Nuçi’s Space to provide aid for those in the music industry struggling with mental illness. By coming to the event and offering a donation, attendees can directly contribute to the wellbeing of our local music community.
WHO: Fortyfest
WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 2, 6 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (show)
WHERE: 40 Watt Club
HOW MUCH: Donations encouraged
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