Randall Bramblett | Friday, August 24

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While Randall Bramblett might not be a household name, he is legendary within music circles for his songwriting and musicianship. He released a pair of acclaimed solo albums in the mid-’70s, then joined the jazz-rock outfit Sea Level, becoming their principal songwriter and vocalist. From there, Bramblett embarked on a path as a big-league, musical utility man (primarily sax and keys) and landed on the speed dial of some of the greatest names in rock history, including Traffic, Steve Winwood, Levon Helm and Bonnie Raitt. In fact, just a list of those who Randall has performed or recorded with is […] Read more »

Adventure the Great

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Adventure the Great is an Auburn-based band that’s been building a sizable following around town. We had the good fortune of welcoming them as opening act during the 2012 concert season, where they were welcomed enthusiastically. Not long after, they released a self-titled EP. Our resident sound guy Kelly Walker profiled them for a radio feature heard on Birmingham’s WBHM 90.3 FM. Adventure the Great brings a lot of musicians and instruments to the stage, so it’s always good to see the entire band, but as you can see in this recent video, they’re great in an intimate setting, too! […] Read more »

Low June @ The Gnu’s Room — Saturday, August 18 @ 7 p.m.

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Our friends at The Gnu’s Room continue to champion local music this Saturday, August 18 at 7:00 p.m. when they welcome the Opelika-based duo Low June. Armed with a guitar, banjo, djembe and various other folk instruments, Low June’s goal is to create minimalistic songs inspired by spirituals and old folk melodies. Copies of Low June’s CD I’m By Your Side will be available for purchase. There is no cover, but all donations will go to the musicians. Read more »

The Railyard & Standard Deluxe Present the Opelika SHINDIG — Saturday, August 18

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The closing of Eighth & Rail left a big hole in the Opelika music scene. Fortunately, Richard is back and he’s brought a team of artist friends along with him to form The Railyard with the self-proclaimed mission of presenting “events that are focused on food, film, art, and music. We are a supporter of anything creative!” They already have an impressive roster of musical acts lined up, but right away you should mark your calendar for the Opelika SHINDIG on Saturday, August 18 beginning at 6:00 p.m., a coproduction with Standard Deluxe featuring music from our friends Adventure the […] Read more »