Bars & Soul is a high-energy live music experience that blends hip-hop lyricism with the richness of soul and live instrumentation. It’s where sharp bars meet live band vibes—creating a space for artists to perform, connect, and elevate their sound in real time.

The atmosphere is intimate yet electric, featuring dynamic performances, crowd interaction, and a mix of emerging talent and seasoned voices. More than a show, Bars & Soul is a cultural platform—celebrating authenticity, storytelling, and the fusion of raw lyricism with soulful musicality. VIP (Seating 1st Two Rows in Front of the Stage) or General Admission Options – Some General seating is at a shared table ALL TICKET SALES ARE FINAL There are NO PHYSICAL TICKETS – YOUR PURCHASE RESERVES SEATS IN THE SHOW ROOM Doors open at 6:00pm for Dinner. Showtime at 8:00PM.

$10 min food or beverage purchase per person required in main dining room

🎶 NO COVER with RSVP | $10 @ Door without RSVP 🪑 LIMITED SEATING 💫 FREE Parking – Located behind Nathan's Driving School (note: fills up fast!) 🅿️ Overflow Parking: several free public options nearby that serve the Chamblee Rail Trail. Best bet: Walmart underground garage, short 3min (<0.2mi) walk via well-lit Rail Trail, under Clairmont bridge & you'll see our entrance (Click here for a Parking Map) 🚫 ABSOLUTELY NO PARKING on the service road to Block & Drum’s front door—reserved for emergency and authorized vehicles only. Unauthorized vehicles will be towed at the owner’s expense, no exceptions. 🍸 Drinks: Craft cocktails, mocktails & curated spirits 🚚 Food truck on-site – Fri, June 27: TBD 🚫 No outside food or drinks allowed

Join us at Block & Drum for Smokin’ Shells Sessions Vol. 19 – a special edition inspired by Kool Bob Love. This intimate, vinyl-fueled night is more than music—it’s a celebration of culture, creativity, and community, curated by DJ Rasta Root and Aishah Rashied Hyman.

📚 Featuring the early release of Bobbito García’s new memoir, a screening of his autobiographical film Rock Rubber 45s, and an all-vinyl party powered by some of Atlanta’s finest talents.

🎵 What Awaits You:

Book Release + Film Screening – Be among the first to experience Bobbito’s Book of B-ball Bong Bong and catch a special screening of Rock Rubber 45s, tracing Kool Bob Love’s life through sneakers, hip-hop, and hoops. All-Vinyl Set by DJ Mafioso – Dominican-born, ATL-based, Queens-repping DJ Mafioso brings rhythm-rich selections rooted in Hip Hop and soul. Live Percussion by Conguero Grand Poppa – Deep, dynamic drum work that elevates the room’s energy. Hosted by Headkrack – National radio host and hip-hop hyphenate brings the wit, bars, and crowd connection. Interactive Vinyl Sessions – Bring a few records and, if they fit the vibe, they’ll be mixed in live. All are welcome to be part of the sound. Global Musical Journey – Expect a genre-fluid trip through soul, boogie, Latin, reggae, jazz, and classic hip-hop—all analog, all heart. Inclusive Atmosphere – Whether you're crate-digging or just vibing, this is a space for all walks of life to connect through rhythm.

Catch HeadKrack along with the Soul Food Cypher and the 5th Quarter band live at ATL Park Jam! It's a celebration ofhe culture that's free for the family!

Brace yourself for an electrifying night of entertainment as we celebrate the 10th anniversary of the SHEEN Magazine Awards. Join us Thursday September 26, 2024 at the Buckhead Theatre, in beautiful Buckhead, Georgia for this historic salute to entertainments finest. With the immense success of the 2023 hybrid celebration, we are re-running that play by recognizing the best cultural influencers in film, television, comedy, sports, music and more, while honoring unsung heroes in beauty, hair, and makeup as voted on by their peers. Performances? Well you know we feature the hottest in the biz!