Georgia Entertainment Scene

CONCERT REVIEW

In Atlanta, Katseye tries to conquer global pop without a worldly vision

K. Michelle, Atlanta reality TV vet and R&B diva, goes country — finally

Could Tom Cruise’s ‘Days of Thunder 2′ be coming to metro Atlanta?

7 music acts on farewell tours include L7, Journey

Seven acts that are in the midst of farewell tours, just finished them or announced them including two coming to Atlanta in mid October: Journey and L7.

Belly Gang Kushington to headline Hawks’ halftime show amid breakout year

The game will be Oct. 24 at State Farm Arena, hours after the Atlanta Dream play in the WNBA Finals there.

HEAT CHECK

Outkast sued a rapper for having a ‘nearly identical’ name. Was it necessary?

When Atlanta rap legends Outkast sued a rising California rapper-producer over his stage name last month, fellow West Coast emcee Vince Staples had a three-word response....

12 Atlanta arts events to look forward to this week

Our Atlanta arts events to plan for this week include the High Museum of Art’s Centennial Block Party and an exhibition focused on the elusive artist Banksy at Pullman Yards.

How a member of a beloved Atlanta rap duo found a new home in R&B music

Johnny Venus, one half of the Atlanta rap duo Earthgang, has released his first solo album, "The 11th Hour," with a soulful vibe and production by The-Dream.

Whiplash, newest comedy club in Atlanta, aims for ‘elevated’ experience

Whiplash Comedy Club is open at Ponce City Market, an effort to bring an upscale club feel to a scene known for cheap chairs and cramped spaces.

BOOKSHELF

5 new bloodcurdling reads to keep you up at night

New books to read for spooky season include "Stay Buried" by Jennifer McMahon and "The Sisters of Crimson House" by Melissa Anderson Sweazy.

For 20 years, a happily ‘Dreadful’ Halloween at Center for Puppetry Arts

Previewing "The Ghastly Dreadfuls,' the Halloween show for adults at Center for Puppetry Arts that stays fresh after 20 years by integrating new performers into the cast.

After 26 years of supporting Georgia artists, MOCA GA opens artful new home

As MOCA GA prepares to open its expansive West Midtown home, co-founder Annette Cone-Skelton looks back over its history and forward to what it will mean for Georgia-made art.