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The Best Bets for Live Music in Athens This Weekend


Friday, June 19

Little Kings Shuffle Club: The Glands play their third Athens show since returning from hiatus last year. Check out our preview.

La Cabaña de Don Juan: A bunch of experimental bands are playing a Mexican restaurant in a strip mall, because it’s summer in Athens and anything goes. Here’s the schedule.

Caledonia Lounge: A great indie rock bill featuring three locals—Oak House, Mothers and Grand Vapids—and Virginia’s White Laces. Preview over here.

Saturday, June 20

The Foundry: Long-running Georgia funk-rockers Mother’s Finest celebrate the release of a brand new album.

Nuçi’s Space: Camp Amped’s youngsters show off what they’ve learned at the camp’s finale show. This time around, it’s all about Athens music. Preview here.

Sunday, June 21

The Foundry: Celebrate Father’s Day by taking Pops to hear the sweet sounds of Frankie’s Blues Mission.

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