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SUMMARY:Lilac Wine
DESCRIPTION:Lilac Wine is best described as a sweet and heady musical recipe. The main ingredients are unexpected song choices\, skillful musicianship and adventurous arrangements that magically combine into music that both alluring and hypnotic for the listener.  \nFor Rob Henson\, founding member and bassist\, Lilac Wine provides the ideal ensemble that can passionately play many musical genres other than the typical jazz and folk styles most commonly associated with acoustic groups.  \nAs one of Atlanta’s most versatile musicians\, Rob has played and/or recorded as a bass player with a wide array of musical groups including the Yacht Rock Revue\, the Atlanta Symphony\, Telegram\, the Atlanta Opera Orchestra\, Jukebox Fiasco\, the Atlanta Ballet\, and numerous singer-songwriters such as Shawn Mullins\, David Ryan Harris and Vince Gill. From 2006 – 2012 Rob recorded and toured the United States with singer/songwriter Corey Smith\, playing over 150 shows a year\, as well as recording five studio albums\, and opening for legendary acts such as ZZ Top\, Willie Nelson\, Cheap Trick\, Snoop Dog\, and Eric Church.  \nIn late 2013\, Rob recruited first-call guitarist\, singer\, arranger\, and multi-instrumentalist Grant Reynolds to be the Swiss army knife of the future Lilac Wine lineup. Relocating from LA to his hometown of Atlanta in 2008\, Grant has worked with many respected local music artists including Heather Luttrell\, Brian Collins Band\, Gareth Asher\, Davin McCoy\, Lefty Williams Band\, Francisco Vidal\, Sonia Leigh\, and Yacht Rock Schooner. Known for his technical proficiency\, adaptability\, and well-rounded musicality\, Grant also co-founded the electrifying Reynolds & Williams Band with Joel Williams (former Zac Brown Band guitarist)\, and has most recently toured and recorded with Collective Soul frontman Ed Roland’s new endeavor\, “Ed Roland & the Sweet Tea Project.”  \nUnlike Grant and Rob\, Larissa Mia is new to the professional music scene and Lilac Wine is her first band. As recently as a year ago\, Mia did not sing in public\, only for herself at home. Then she made a personal leap to singing at open mic events\, which is where Henson and Reynolds found her. The two musicians were immediately taken with her voice that sounded so soulful it was like like mist on a cool damp night.  \nMark Gresham\, reviewing for on July 23\, 2014 at Lilac Wine’s debut concert at Steve’s Live Music commented\, “Her buoyant\, often sultry voice comes with a remarkable natural musicianship\, an ease of phrasing and infection with spot-on intonation\, meshing beautifully with the playing of her seasoned colleagues.” \nTICKETING & RESERVATION INFO: \nTickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/lilac-wine-10/
CATEGORIES:Free Shows,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170811T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170811T220000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170812T051526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170812T051526Z
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SUMMARY:Bret Busch Album Release w/ special guest\, Tenement Halls
DESCRIPTION:Although Pills Lace & Confetti bears the name Bret Busch\, it’s a product of working relationships formed over his 25-plus years as the singer of a half-dozen Atlanta bands\, including Parlour\, Pardner\, Ramada and The Hollidays\, projects that sprung from the same fertile Cabbagetown scene that launched artists like Cat Power and Benjamin Smoke. \nThe core team behind Busch’s new solo debut came from two wonderfully disparate ends of the musical spectrum—the indie-centric Merge Records roster (including members of Destroyer and The Rock*A*Teens) and the backing band of hyper-creative R&B star Janelle Monae.  \nIt’s worth noting that when Busch isn’t making his own music\, he moonlights as the lead singer of beloved Smiths tribute band Smithsonian\, convincingly conjuring the expressive voice\, tender heart and tongue-in-cheek melodrama of Stephen Patrick Morrissey.  \n“[T]he songwriting is rich and sumptuous. The lush guitars\, punchy horns\, and infectious grooves glide effortlessly beneath the singer’s smooth croon\, which never seeks to usurp the song’s sparkling atmosphere.” – Immersive Atlanta \n“… catchy toe-tapping … punctuated by a bright and energetic horn section. The summery vibe is contagious.” – PopMatters \n“Busch’s admirable range as a vocalist creates a sparkling\, laid-back pop album that highlights Busch’s eclectic influences including Jazz\, Brazilian rhythms\, and Country flourishes.” – No Depression \nTICKETING & RESERVATION INFO: \nPurchasing a General Admission ticket does not guarantee a seat/table. \nAdditional reservations are not required if a table\, booth or banquette have been purchased via Ticketfly. \nPLEASE NOTE: If earlier dinner reservations are made\, your seats are not guaranteed for the show. For example\, it is unlikely to be able to reserve a table at 8:00pm and keep it for a 10:00pm show. The only way to guarantee a seat for the show is to purchase table\, booth\, or banquette tickets. \nBar area and patio seating is reserved on a first-come\, first-serve basis. \nReservations for the Captain’s Room (private dining room) can be reserved for parties of 12-20 guests. For more info call 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/bret-busch-album-release-w-special-guest-chris-lopez/
CATEGORIES:Music,Ticketed Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170812T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170812T123000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170813T051353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170813T051353Z
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SUMMARY:Princess Brunch: Moana
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the V on the mornings of August 5th\, 12th\, and 26th for free screenings of Disney’s MOANA! Moana is a daughter of the chief of her tribe. Coming from a long line of navigators she sets off for a fabled island with her hero\, the demi God Maui. Along the voyage they battle the treacherous ocean and all which it hides\, all the while learning what the power love between friends can accomplish. \nAdmission is free with RSVP. A royal brunch feast and bottomless mimosas (for the adult kids) available for purchase. \nTICKETING & RESERVATION INFO: \nThis is a FREE event! Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/princess-brunch-moana-2/
CATEGORIES:Brunch,Free Shows,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170812T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170812T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170813T051353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170813T051353Z
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SUMMARY:Chicken Pickin' Brunch with Sweetwater Creek Bluegrass Band
DESCRIPTION:Sweetwater Creek Bluegrass Band\, a trio from Atlanta\, Georgia\nwith tight harmonies and smooth picking\, and featuring\nErnie Cole on bass\, Penn McClatchey on guitar and David Mold on mandolin. \nTICKETING & RESERVATION INFO: \nTickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/chicken-pickin-brunch-with-sweetwater-creek-bluegrass-band-2/
CATEGORIES:Brunch,Free Shows,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170812T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170812T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170813T051353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170813T051353Z
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SUMMARY:EARLY SHOW: How and Why
DESCRIPTION:Atlanta indie folk singer-songwriters Michael Hudgins and Lindsay Rakers come together to form acoustic duo How and Why. \nTICKETING & RESERVATION INFO: \nTHIS IS A FREE EVENT! Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/early-show-how-and-why-6/
CATEGORIES:Free Shows,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170812T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170812T235900
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170813T051353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170813T051353Z
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SUMMARY:Catalina Wine Mixer: Yacht Rock from DJ RaeTone
DESCRIPTION:Summer going by too quickly? It’s time to celebrate! Join your friends over at Venkman’s and celebrate on Saturday August 12th from 9:00 pm til midnight with groovy tunes and great food.  Specialty Frose slushies and Yacht Rock tunes spun by DJ RaeTone will keep you in the summertime mood. 70s’ cult classic movies will be silently playing in the background as DJ spins and Venkman’s standard menu will be available until 10:30 pm. There will also be a ticket giveaway for the upcoming Yacht Rock Revue and Yacht Rock Schooner shows! Admission is free\, but reservations are recommended as this place will fill up fast! Rock! \nAdmission is free\, but we do recommend grabbing reservations while they last. Visit www.venkmans.com (See “Reservations”)\, or call us at 470-225-6162. \nAbout DJ RaeTone: \nBorn in New York City. Growing up\, RaeTone listened to the Jackson 5\, Stevie wonder\, Earth Wind & Fire & Lionel Richie. \nHis first DJ gig was like many DJs\, at a house party in college. \n“The More I Get\, The More I Want” by Teddy Pendergrass is the song that is guaranteed to get him on the dance floor. \nWhat RaeTone loves the most about DJing? Seeing people smiling\, laughing & dancing. And the thing he loves the most about DJing weddings in particular: making THEIR day super special and memorable. His biggest rush is the crowd’s roar of “oooh” the instant I play their “jam”! \nTICKETING & RESERVATION INFO: \nThis is a FREE event! Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/catalina-wine-mixer-yacht-rock-from-dj-raetone/
CATEGORIES:Free Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170813T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170813T153000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170814T051340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170814T051340Z
UID:19663-1502627400-1502638200@venkmans.com
SUMMARY:Bottomless Mimosa Brunch w/ Django Earnhardt
DESCRIPTION:Gypsy and Western Swingin’. \nTICKETING & RESERVATION INFO: \nTickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/bottomless-mimosa-brunch-w-django-earnhardt-2/
CATEGORIES:Brunch,Free Shows,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170815T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170815T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170816T051430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170816T051430Z
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SUMMARY:Joe Gransden's Jazz Jam
DESCRIPTION:THIS IS A FREE EVENT. Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162. \nVenkman’s is the home of ATL’s most legendary jazz jam\, hosted by Joe Gransden and his house band every Tuesday. Dinner reservations are available from 5:30p\, sign-ups start around 7:30 PM and music starts around 8 PM. Everyone is welcome and it’s free! \nVenkman’s features half-price bottles of wine on Tuesdays!
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/joe-gransdens-jazz-jam-23/
CATEGORIES:Free Shows,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170816T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170816T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170817T051614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170817T051614Z
UID:20724-1502913600-1502913600@venkmans.com
SUMMARY:(Not Annoying) Trivia
DESCRIPTION:THIS IS A FREE EVENT. Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162. \n(Not Annoying) Trivia brings you everything you love about trivia – mind-bending questions\, group camaraderie\, great music\, food and drink specials\, prizes – without the one thing you don’t – annoying DJ chatter! Hosted by DJ Quasi Mandisco of Clermont Lounge fame with his trusty overhead projector\, this uniquely Venkman’s take on trivia will get your competitive spirit racing without getting your blood boiling by hearing “Get those answers in” for the 500th time.  \nSign-ups and music kick off at 7:30pm\, with competition rocking at 8:00pm every Wednesday.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/not-annoying-trivia-32/
CATEGORIES:Free Shows,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170817T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170817T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170818T051315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170818T051315Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Show: Acoustic Beatles by Nick Niespodziani and Tim Smith
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand\, Acoustic Beatles by Nick from Yacht Rock! Joined with very special guest\, Tim Smith\, of The Producers\, Jellyfish\, and Noah Gallagher and The High Flying Birds! Join us early on for solo acoustic versions of Beatles favorites. For this portion of the show\, Nick & Tim will be taking requests via crayon drawings (crayons and index cards provided) so bring your inner 3rd-grade artist to help curate the show! \nTICKETING & RESERVATION INFO: \nTickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/acoustic-beatles-by-nick-niespodziani-and-tim-smith/
CATEGORIES:Free Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170817T201500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170817T223000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170818T051315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170818T051315Z
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SUMMARY:Lilac Wine
DESCRIPTION:Lilac Wine is best described as a sweet and heady musical recipe. The main ingredients are unexpected song choices\, skillful musicianship and adventurous arrangements that magically combine into music that both alluring and hypnotic for the listener.  \nFor Rob Henson\, founding member and bassist\, Lilac Wine provides the ideal ensemble that can passionately play many musical genres other than the typical jazz and folk styles most commonly associated with acoustic groups.  \nAs one of Atlanta’s most versatile musicians\, Rob has played and/or recorded as a bass player with a wide array of musical groups including the Yacht Rock Revue\, the Atlanta Symphony\, Telegram\, the Atlanta Opera Orchestra\, Jukebox Fiasco\, the Atlanta Ballet\, and numerous singer-songwriters such as Shawn Mullins\, David Ryan Harris and Vince Gill. From 2006 – 2012 Rob recorded and toured the United States with singer/songwriter Corey Smith\, playing over 150 shows a year\, as well as recording five studio albums\, and opening for legendary acts such as ZZ Top\, Willie Nelson\, Cheap Trick\, Snoop Dog\, and Eric Church.  \nIn late 2013\, Rob recruited first-call guitarist\, singer\, arranger\, and multi-instrumentalist Grant Reynolds to be the Swiss army knife of the future Lilac Wine lineup. Relocating from LA to his hometown of Atlanta in 2008\, Grant has worked with many respected local music artists including Heather Luttrell\, Brian Collins Band\, Gareth Asher\, Davin McCoy\, Lefty Williams Band\, Francisco Vidal\, Sonia Leigh\, and Yacht Rock Schooner. Known for his technical proficiency\, adaptability\, and well-rounded musicality\, Grant also co-founded the electrifying Reynolds & Williams Band with Joel Williams (former Zac Brown Band guitarist)\, and has most recently toured and recorded with Collective Soul frontman Ed Roland’s new endeavor\, “Ed Roland & the Sweet Tea Project.”  \nUnlike Grant and Rob\, Larissa Mia is new to the professional music scene and Lilac Wine is her first band. As recently as a year ago\, Mia did not sing in public\, only for herself at home. Then she made a personal leap to singing at open mic events\, which is where Henson and Reynolds found her. The two musicians were immediately taken with her voice that sounded so soulful it was like like mist on a cool damp night.  \nMark Gresham\, reviewing for on July 23\, 2014 at Lilac Wine’s debut concert at Steve’s Live Music commented\, “Her buoyant\, often sultry voice comes with a remarkable natural musicianship\, an ease of phrasing and infection with spot-on intonation\, meshing beautifully with the playing of her seasoned colleagues.” \nTICKETING & RESERVATION INFO: \nTickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/lilac-wine-11/
CATEGORIES:Free Shows,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170818T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170818T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170819T051425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170819T051425Z
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SUMMARY:EARLY SHOW: Jay Gonzalez (of Drive-By Truckers)
DESCRIPTION:Jay Gonzalez is best known as keyboardist and guitarist for Drive-by Truckers\, and is now working on his 4th album with the band. He has also released two solo albums\, Mess of Happiness and The Bitter Suite\, both influenced by 70’s A.M. gold pop and power pop. When not touring with the Truckers\, he frequently plays solo and full band shows around Athens and the southeast and is the inventor of the Acoustic Keytar. \nTICKETING & RESERVATION INFO: \nTickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/early-show-jay-gonzalez-of-drive-by-truckers-2/
CATEGORIES:Free Shows,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170818T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170818T220000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170819T051426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170819T051426Z
UID:23818-1503093600-1503093600@venkmans.com
SUMMARY:Head Games: A Tribute to Foreigner
DESCRIPTION:Head Games is an Atlanta based professional tribute act that perfectly recreates the music of one of the best known musical groups in history\, Foreigner! Head Games plays all of the top songs that bring back the 70’s\, 80’s\, and 90’s singles that people loved then and love to sing along with now. Let Head Games rock your world and come party with one of the top tribute acts in the country. \nTICKETING & RESERVATION INFO: \nPurchasing a General Admission ticket does not guarantee a seat/table. \nAdditional reservations are not required if a table\, booth or banquette have been purchased via Ticketfly. \nPLEASE NOTE: If earlier dinner reservations are made\, your seats are not guaranteed for the show. For example\, it is unlikely to be able to reserve a table at 8:00pm and keep it for a 10:00pm show. The only way to guarantee a seat for the show is to purchase table\, booth\, or banquette tickets. \nBar area and patio seating is reserved on a first-come\, first-serve basis. \nReservations for the Captain’s Room (private dining room) can be reserved for parties of 10-24 guests. For more info call 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/head-games-a-tribute-to-foreigner/
CATEGORIES:Ticketed Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170819T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170819T114500
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170820T051424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170820T051424Z
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SUMMARY:Puppet Brunch! The Adventures of Brer Rabbit
DESCRIPTION:Join Brer Rabbit and his friends for 40 minutes of stories\, music\, and humor in this new production by solo puppeteer\, David Stephens. The New Adventures of Brer Rabbit combines the classic characters with new\, original stories. Brer Rabbit has his toughness put to the test in Brer Rabbit and the Fly. Brer Bear falls for one of Brer Fox’s tricks in Brer Bear and the Beehive. You’ll learn Brer Rabbit’s special fishing technique in Brer Rabbit Goes Fishing. Finally\, Brer Rabbit learns to play the banjo in Brer Rabbit Tries to Sing. This all ages show features hand and rod puppets. \nTICKETING/RESERVATION INFO \nTicket purchase is required for adults and children 2 and up. Your ticket serves as your brunch reservation. Additional reservation arrangements are not necessary once ticket is purchased. If you have special seating requests/needs\, please call 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/puppet-brunch-the-adventures-of-brer-rabbit-2/
CATEGORIES:Brunch,Ticketed Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170819T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170819T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170820T051424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170820T051424Z
UID:19665-1503147600-1503154800@venkmans.com
SUMMARY:Chicken Pickin' Brunch with Sailing to Denver
DESCRIPTION:SAILING TO DENVER\, AN ATLANTA BASED BAND IN THEIR SIXTH YEAR TOGETHER\, IS SET TO RELEASE THEIR THIRD RECORD TITLED “WRITING ON THE WALL”  EARLY 2017. THIS UNIQUE AMERICANA/ROOTS-ROCKACT HAS SPENT THE LAST FEW YEARS DEVELOPING AN ORIGINAL SOUND AND LIVE SHOW CULTIVATED AT LOCAL FESTIVALS INCLUDING THE SWEETWATER 420 FESTIVAL. THEY CAN REGULARLY BE SEEN AROUND TOWN AT MANY DIFFERENT VENUES\, WEDDINGS\, AND CORPORATE EVENTS AND HAVE BEEN KNOWN TO FEATURE AMAZING SPECIAL GUEST MUSICIANS FROM ALL OVER THE SOUTHEAST.   \nRESERVATION INFO: \nTickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/chicken-pickin-brunch-with-sailing-to-denver-4/
CATEGORIES:Brunch,Free Shows,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170819T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170819T220000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170820T051424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170820T051424Z
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SUMMARY:Mausiki Scales & The Common Ground Collective
DESCRIPTION:A magnificent fusion of Afro-Beat\, Soul\, Hip-Hop\, and Funk-Jazz\, fused into the best party you’ll ever have. \nMausiki Scales has been a force in the Atlanta indie music scene for almost two decades as a sought after keyboardist and founder/musical director of the critically acclaimed ensemble\, the Common Ground Collective. Recently honored with the Georgia Governor’s Award for the Arts and Humanities\, Mausiki is also a folklorist and historian who translates his knowledge into musical arrangements that leave his audiences moved and moving…literally. \nWhether performing as a trio or a full 10-piece ensemble\, Mausiki Scales and the Common Ground Collective are known for taking fans on a fearless exploration of the pulsating rhythms of the African Diaspora\, seamlessly connecting the dots between afrobeat\, funk\, hip hop\, soul and New Orleans jazz…in a single performance.  \nThey have performed in numerous celebrations\, concerts\, and special events throughout Africa and the Americas\, including Ghana’s Golden Anniversary Celebration\, the National Black Arts Festival\, Funk Jazz Café\, and the Atlanta Jazz Festival. They have also collaborated with artists such as Roy Ayers\, Babatunde Olatunji\, Stevie Wonder\, The Last Poets and Third World. \nTogether\, Mausiki Scales and the Common Ground Collective have released four albums\, the most recent\, Passages: The Water Brought Us\, and they were recently featured on the Roy Ayers Fela-fied afrobeat version of Everybody Loves the Sunshine. This Spring\, a new Mausiki Scales project\, Drums and Shadows is scheduled for release\, featuring the juke joint-invoking single\, No Tables\, No Chairs which has inspired an annual parade and party along the Atlanta BeltLine. Up next is a full album collaboration with Roy Ayers. \nTICKETING & RESERVATION INFO: \nPurchasing a General Admission ticket does not guarantee a seat/table. \nAdditional reservations are not required if a table\, booth or banquette have been purchased via Ticketfly. \nPLEASE NOTE: If earlier dinner reservations are made\, your seats are not guaranteed for the show. For example\, it is unlikely to be able to reserve a table at 8:00pm and keep it for a 10:00pm show. The only way to guarantee a seat for the show is to purchase table\, booth\, or banquette tickets. \nBar area and patio seating is reserved on a first-come\, first-serve basis. \nReservations for the Captain’s Room (private dining room) can be reserved for parties of 12-20 guests. For more info call 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/mausiki-scales-the-common-ground-collective/
CATEGORIES:Ticketed Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170820T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170820T153000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170821T051743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170821T051743Z
UID:22019-1503232200-1503243000@venkmans.com
SUMMARY:Bottomless Mimosa Brunch w/ Shakta Jazz Trio featuring Chapman and Watters
DESCRIPTION:TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO: \nTickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/bottomless-mimosa-brunch-w-shakta-jazz-trio-featuring-chapman-and-watters-3/
CATEGORIES:Brunch,Free Shows,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170822T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170822T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170823T051353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170823T051353Z
UID:20698-1503432000-1503432000@venkmans.com
SUMMARY:Joe Gransden's Jazz Jam
DESCRIPTION:THIS IS A FREE EVENT. Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162. \nVenkman’s is the home of ATL’s most legendary jazz jam\, hosted by Joe Gransden and his house band every Tuesday. Dinner reservations are available from 5:30p\, sign-ups start around 7:30 PM and music starts around 8 PM. Everyone is welcome and it’s free! \nVenkman’s features half-price bottles of wine on Tuesdays!
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/joe-gransdens-jazz-jam-24/
CATEGORIES:Free Shows,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170823T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170823T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170824T051321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170824T051321Z
UID:20725-1503518400-1503518400@venkmans.com
SUMMARY:(Not Annoying) Trivia
DESCRIPTION:THIS IS A FREE EVENT. Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162. \n(Not Annoying) Trivia brings you everything you love about trivia – mind-bending questions\, group camaraderie\, great music\, food and drink specials\, prizes – without the one thing you don’t – annoying DJ chatter! Hosted by DJ Quasi Mandisco of Clermont Lounge fame with his trusty overhead projector\, this uniquely Venkman’s take on trivia will get your competitive spirit racing without getting your blood boiling by hearing “Get those answers in” for the 500th time.  \nSign-ups and music kick off at 7:30pm\, with competition rocking at 8:00pm every Wednesday.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/not-annoying-trivia-33/
CATEGORIES:Free Shows,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170824T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170824T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170825T051344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170825T051344Z
UID:24348-1503601200-1503604800@venkmans.com
SUMMARY:Opening Show: Acoustic Yacht Rock by Nick Niespodziani and Peter Olson
DESCRIPTION:TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO: \nThis is a FREE event! Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/acoustic-yacht-rock-by-nick-niespodziani-and-peter-olson/
CATEGORIES:Free Shows
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170824T201500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170824T223000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170825T051344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170825T051344Z
UID:20800-1503605700-1503613800@venkmans.com
SUMMARY:Lilac Wine
DESCRIPTION:Lilac Wine is best described as a sweet and heady musical recipe. The main ingredients are unexpected song choices\, skillful musicianship and adventurous arrangements that magically combine into music that both alluring and hypnotic for the listener.  \nFor Rob Henson\, founding member and bassist\, Lilac Wine provides the ideal ensemble that can passionately play many musical genres other than the typical jazz and folk styles most commonly associated with acoustic groups.  \nAs one of Atlanta’s most versatile musicians\, Rob has played and/or recorded as a bass player with a wide array of musical groups including the Yacht Rock Revue\, the Atlanta Symphony\, Telegram\, the Atlanta Opera Orchestra\, Jukebox Fiasco\, the Atlanta Ballet\, and numerous singer-songwriters such as Shawn Mullins\, David Ryan Harris and Vince Gill. From 2006 – 2012 Rob recorded and toured the United States with singer/songwriter Corey Smith\, playing over 150 shows a year\, as well as recording five studio albums\, and opening for legendary acts such as ZZ Top\, Willie Nelson\, Cheap Trick\, Snoop Dog\, and Eric Church.  \nIn late 2013\, Rob recruited first-call guitarist\, singer\, arranger\, and multi-instrumentalist Grant Reynolds to be the Swiss army knife of the future Lilac Wine lineup. Relocating from LA to his hometown of Atlanta in 2008\, Grant has worked with many respected local music artists including Heather Luttrell\, Brian Collins Band\, Gareth Asher\, Davin McCoy\, Lefty Williams Band\, Francisco Vidal\, Sonia Leigh\, and Yacht Rock Schooner. Known for his technical proficiency\, adaptability\, and well-rounded musicality\, Grant also co-founded the electrifying Reynolds & Williams Band with Joel Williams (former Zac Brown Band guitarist)\, and has most recently toured and recorded with Collective Soul frontman Ed Roland’s new endeavor\, “Ed Roland & the Sweet Tea Project.”  \nUnlike Grant and Rob\, Larissa Mia is new to the professional music scene and Lilac Wine is her first band. As recently as a year ago\, Mia did not sing in public\, only for herself at home. Then she made a personal leap to singing at open mic events\, which is where Henson and Reynolds found her. The two musicians were immediately taken with her voice that sounded so soulful it was like like mist on a cool damp night.  \nMark Gresham\, reviewing for on July 23\, 2014 at Lilac Wine’s debut concert at Steve’s Live Music commented\, “Her buoyant\, often sultry voice comes with a remarkable natural musicianship\, an ease of phrasing and infection with spot-on intonation\, meshing beautifully with the playing of her seasoned colleagues.” \nTICKETING & RESERVATION INFO: \nTickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/lilac-wine-12/
CATEGORIES:Free Shows,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170825T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170825T220000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170826T051345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170826T051345Z
UID:20578-1503698400-1503698400@venkmans.com
SUMMARY:The Music of Michael McDonald
DESCRIPTION:Musical Directors Ganesh Giri Lee & Khari Cabral Simmons take us on a musical journey through the amazing catalog of the one and only\, Michael McDonald. Khari and Ganesh’s deep study and knowledge of Michael’s body of work ensures all Michael McDonald fans will leave inspired to run home and play their favorite albums.  \nTICKETING & RESERVATION INFO: \nPurchasing a General Admission ticket does not guarantee a seat/table. \nAdditional reservations are not required if a table\, booth or banquette have been purchased via Ticketfly. \nPLEASE NOTE: If earlier dinner reservations are made\, your seats are not guaranteed for the show. For example\, it is unlikely to be able to reserve a table at 8:00pm and keep it for a 10:00pm show. The only way to guarantee a seat for the show is to purchase table\, booth\, or banquette tickets. \nBar area and patio seating is reserved on a first-come\, first-serve basis. \nReservations for the Captain’s Room (private dining room) can be reserved for parties of 10-24 guests. For more info call 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/the-music-of-michael-mcdonald/
CATEGORIES:Music,Ticketed Shows
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170826T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170826T123000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170827T051308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170827T051308Z
UID:21125-1503743400-1503750600@venkmans.com
SUMMARY:Princess Brunch: Moana
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the V on the mornings of August 5th\, 12th\, and 26th for free screenings of Disney’s MOANA! Moana is a daughter of the chief of her tribe. Coming from a long line of navigators she sets off for a fabled island with her hero\, the demi God Maui. Along the voyage they battle the treacherous ocean and all which it hides\, all the while learning what the power love between friends can accomplish. \nAdmission is free with RSVP. A royal brunch feast and bottomless mimosas (for the adult kids) available for purchase. \nTICKETING & RESERVATION INFO: \nThis is a FREE event! Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/princess-brunch-moana-3/
CATEGORIES:Brunch,Free Shows,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170826T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170826T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170827T051308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170827T051308Z
UID:21958-1503752400-1503759600@venkmans.com
SUMMARY:Chicken Pickin' Brunch with Dusty Roads
DESCRIPTION:Dusty Roads is a high-energy Georgia-grown Americana band\, formed by Atlanta based musician\, J.L. Mickelson.  When you’re at a Dusty Roads show\, expect to hear influences of the legends of country and bluegrass music\, such as Merle Haggard\, Flatt & Scruggs\, Willie Nelson\, Buck Owens\, and Bill Monroe.  You can also expect sprinklings of songs and sounds of the great writers and musicians from across the globe and halls of time\, like Django Earnhardt\, Duke Ellington\, and Irving Berlin.  “Come take a trip\, down that long\, dusty road”. \nComprised of some of the Southeast regions finest pickers and singers\, the band is ever evolving and growing.  They’re constantly searching for that sound\, that lick\, that twangy hook that sinks deep into the listener’s soul and pulls them into the unfolding story of each song.  Dusty Roads cherishes the purity of silvery steel strings ringing together harmoniously.  The band champions comradery\, respect for the craft of their instruments\, and finely constructed songs that feel as if they soar down from the mountaintop to resonate the listener’s heart-strings. \n“We came here with one purpose\, to have a blast playing and performing live acoustic music”- J.L. Mickelson\, singer/songwriter for Dusty Roads.   Growing up in Atlanta\, Mickelson was surrounded by a diverse world of cultures and music his whole life.  “My great-grandfather was a mandolin player from Germany\, so I guess it just runs in the blood”\, says Mickelson of his musical lineage.  Like a rear-view mirror in a pick-up truck\, Dusty Roads looks back through the history of written and recorded music\, studying fervently to decipher just what made each of these classic songs so special and unique.  Just like ‘looking backwards to go forwards’\, Mickelson applies this approach to writing original material for the band. \nDuring the Winter of 2015\, Dusty Roads went into the studio to begin recording its debut self-titled album.  Due out in the Spring 2016\, the album will feature all original music inspired by life\, love\, heartache.  “Life is heavy\, but music can make your bags a little lighter” – J.L. Mickelson \nTICKETING/RESERVATION INFO: \nTickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/chicken-pickin-brunch-with-dusty-roads/
CATEGORIES:Brunch,Free Shows,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170826T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170826T235900
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170827T051308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170827T051308Z
UID:24597-1503784800-1503791940@venkmans.com
SUMMARY:Back N Black: The AC/DC Experience
DESCRIPTION:Back N Black delivers the goods with a set list that spans 4 decades of AC/DC’s finest! \nThunderstruck\, Shoot To Thrill\, TNT\, Back In Black\, Highway To Hell\, You Shook Me All Night Long \, Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap\, Moneytalks\, Who Made Who\, Rock And Roll Train\, Sink The Pink\, Jailbreak\, Heatseeker\, Let There Be Rock\, Whole Lotta Rosie\, Hells Bells\, If You Want Blood..You’ve Got It\, The Jack\, Rock And Roll Ain’t Noise Pollution\, It’s A Long Way To The Top\, For Those About To Rock We Salute You and many\, many more. \nAt a Back N Black show you will see everything that is AC/DC…from Angus’ SG\, school-boy uniform\, duckwalks\, striptease and constant headbanging to the shoulder ride\, extended guitar solos and much more. It’s all there\, including the gear that’s used. From the vintage Marshalls\, Gretsch and Gibson guitars to the Sonor drum kit that is the same gear used by the legends themselves.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/back-n-black-the-acdc-experience/
CATEGORIES:Ticketed Shows
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170827T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170827T153000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170828T051724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170828T051724Z
UID:19666-1503838800-1503847800@venkmans.com
SUMMARY:Bottomless Mimosa Brunch w/ Trio Deluxe
DESCRIPTION:TRIO DELUXE – smoky American Songbook standards and hot virtuosity from some of the best Athens/Atlanta musicians around: Andrea DeMarcus (Cicada Rhythm)\, Dan Coy (Bonaventure Quartet)\, and John Norris (lots of Athens bands). \nTICKETING & RESERVATION INFO: \nTickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/bottomless-mimosa-brunch-w-trio-deluxe-3/
CATEGORIES:Brunch,Free Shows,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170829T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170829T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170830T051349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170830T051349Z
UID:20701-1504036800-1504036800@venkmans.com
SUMMARY:Joe Gransden's Jazz Jam
DESCRIPTION:THIS IS A FREE EVENT. Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162. \nVenkman’s is the home of ATL’s most legendary jazz jam\, hosted by Joe Gransden and his house band every Tuesday. Dinner reservations are available from 5:30p\, sign-ups start around 7:30 PM and music starts around 8 PM. Everyone is welcome and it’s free! \nVenkman’s features half-price bottles of wine on Tuesdays!
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/joe-gransdens-jazz-jam-25/
CATEGORIES:Free Shows,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170830T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170830T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170831T051317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170831T051317Z
UID:20726-1504123200-1504123200@venkmans.com
SUMMARY:(Not Annoying) Trivia
DESCRIPTION:THIS IS A FREE EVENT. Tickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162. \n(Not Annoying) Trivia brings you everything you love about trivia – mind-bending questions\, group camaraderie\, great music\, food and drink specials\, prizes – without the one thing you don’t – annoying DJ chatter! Hosted by DJ Quasi Mandisco of Clermont Lounge fame with his trusty overhead projector\, this uniquely Venkman’s take on trivia will get your competitive spirit racing without getting your blood boiling by hearing “Get those answers in” for the 500th time.  \nSign-ups and music kick off at 7:30pm\, with competition rocking at 8:00pm every Wednesday.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/not-annoying-trivia-34/
CATEGORIES:Free Shows,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170831T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170831T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170901T051325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170901T051325Z
UID:22912-1504207800-1504207800@venkmans.com
SUMMARY:Alyssa Olson & Peter Olson (of Yacht Rock Revue)
DESCRIPTION:TICKETING & RESERVATION INFO: \nTickets are not available for FREE shows. For seating at a FREE show\, please make reservations for the appropriate time at www.venkmans.com (see “Reservations”)\, or by calling 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/alyssa-olson-peter-olson-of-yacht-rock-revue/
CATEGORIES:Free Shows
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170901T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170901T220000
DTSTAMP:20260427T072244
CREATED:20170902T051527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170902T051527Z
UID:21661-1504303200-1504303200@venkmans.com
SUMMARY:Mike Burton (album release) + Good Times Brass Band
DESCRIPTION:Bring together one of the most awesome collections of touring musicians in the world and what do you have? Namely The Good Times Brass Band! Undoubtedly\, you have seen these gentlemen performing individually with some of the biggest names in the music industry from Mary J Blige\, Jill Scott\, Anita Baker and Tyler Perry to New Edition\, Patti LaBelle and Ne-Yo\, and now they have combined their immense talents to form a group that is sure to get you up on your feet with high quality musicianship\, infectious rhythms…and FUN! \nThe band has appeared on two Bravo reality shows\, “I Dream of NeNe\, The Wedding” and “The New Atlanta.” The Good Times Brass Band Horn Section has also made TV appearances in the house bands for the 2011 Dove Awards\, the 2013 – 2016 Trumpet Awards\, the 2015 McDonald’s 365 Black Awards on BET\, Seasons 6\, 7\, and 8 of BET’s Sunday Best\, and numerous Tyler Perry productions. They have recorded with Kelly Rowland\, Lecrae\, Arrested Development\, PJ Morton\, Jennifer Holliday\, Avery Sunshine and many others… \nTICKETING & RESERVATION INFO: \nPurchasing a General Admission ticket does not guarantee a seat/table. \nAdditional reservations are not required if a table\, booth or banquette have been purchased via Ticketfly. \nPLEASE NOTE: If earlier dinner reservations are made\, your seats are not guaranteed for the show. For example\, it is unlikely to be able to reserve a table at 8:00pm and keep it for a 10:00pm show. The only way to guarantee a seat for the show is to purchase table\, booth\, or banquette tickets. \nBar area and patio seating is reserved on a first-come\, first-serve basis. \nReservations for the Captain’s Room (private dining room) can be reserved for parties of 10-24 guests. For more info call 470-225-6162.
URL:https://venkmans.com/event/good-times-brass-band-2/
CATEGORIES:Music,Ticketed Shows
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