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The artistic life and awful death of Amy Winehouse at age 27 has been so exhaustively chronicled that we think we know everything about her. Think again. What makes Asif Kapadia’s documentary a devastating don’t-miss dazzler — like the lady herself — is the way he lays out her story without editorializing. Kapadia shows us the transformation of this mischief-loving Jewish girl from North London into a peerless interpreter of jazz and soul, ready to take her place with such greats as Ella Fitzgerald, Thelonious Monk and Tony Bennett.

No bogus moralizing or re-enactments here: Kapadia goes to the source. Winehouse, who died of alcohol and fame poisoning in 2011, is of a generation that casually records everyday details, mundane and mesmerizing. There are photos and personal videos shot by family, friends, loyal manager Nick Shymansky, and BFFs Juliette Ashby and Lauren Gilbert, that editor Chris King deftly weaves in to the narrative. Amy’s youth, like her talent, explodes off the screen. That’s what makes her public decline, brutally recorded by the media, so gut-wrenching. Kapadia is rightfully hard on Amy’s dad, Mitch Winehouse, for pushing his daughter to work when she was already way past her limit. He’s satisfyingly harder on her ex-husband, Blake Fielder-Civil, who introduced Amy to crack cocaine and heroin and exploited her shamelessly.

-Rolling Stone

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Allen Suh, who you may remember from Gato Arigato, returns for a night of dreamy eastern treats and our new head baker Simone Forte of B Side in Decatur makes heavenly desserts to match. We’ll also be debuting our sake program. Forget everything, it’s Lotus Eaters.

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Gyoza, bamboo smoked prime rib, pineapple strawberry cake, sparkling California sake

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A mix of grooves from around the world coming together with no barriers- percussion and synth mashed with afro zouk, Arabic funk, French soul, Japanese disco and much more.

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Dorothy Ashby, IKEDA X, Shams Dinn, Sweet Florence

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Selections from the Ghostly International catalogue. Ghostly was founded in 1999 from an Ann Arbor, Michigan dorm, which was a quick ride to the Detroit raves and DJ gigs that shaped its infancy. The independent label has since grown from its DIY days — known for its roster of experimental electronic artists such as Mary Lattimore, Galcher Lustwerk, Kate Bollinger, Julie Byrne, Whatever The Weather, Matthew Dear, Dabrye, and Tycho — into an internationally recognized cabal of visual artists, designers, and musicians, "transcending its record label roots to sell an ethos,"

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Transport into Brazilian and Colombian sounds, with a layover in Istanbul, Detroit, Cuba and Puerto Rico

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Cartola, Seu Jorge, Ismael Rivera, Bacará, Soda Stereo, Banda Black Rio

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Crooners from the 1920s to present day performing jazz standards, Tin Pan Alley, soft rock and R&B.

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Sarah Vaughan, Johnny Mathis, Julie London, Billie Holiday, Puma Blue

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Climb aboard the double-decker Spice Bus and get ready for a madcap musical adventure with the sexy phenomenons of pop: the Spice Girls. An encounter with extra-terrestrials, a night in a haunted castle, and a moment of truth in a maternity ward are just a few of the escapades they endeavor upon as they gear up for their first live concert at London's Royal Albert Hall.

You know you want to…

Closed for a private party. Email events@communeatl.com to book!

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Electro, R&B, Soul, Underground Hip Hop, Deep House & Bedroom Dance

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Channel Tres, Rochelle Jordan, Sampha, Jorja Smith, Hiatus Kaijote, Galcher Lustwerk

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Golden Era 1950s and 60s Jazz

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Miles Davis, Gil Evans, Max Roach, Red Garland

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Lesser known originals of cover songs, followed by lesser known covers of originals.

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Waylon Jennings, Dusty Springfield, Chris Whitley, Booker T. Jones

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The Boy Friend is a musical extravaganza set in the French Riviera of the 1920s. After the star of a low-budget theater production sprains her ankle, the assistant stage manager, played by Twiggy, must perform in her place. With Ken Russell’s signature maximalism and spectacular costumes by Shirley Russell, The Boy Friend draws from a pastiche of Old Hollywood films and Busby Berkley musicals, creating a gloriously over-the-top Art Deco look. 

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Songs for a warm spring night attached to a salty breeze

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Byrne & Barnes, Brenda Russell, Batteaux

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Ethereal, textured and moody art rock, dream pop, sophistipop, art pop, avant garde & alternative

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Godley and Creme, Jenny Hval, Talk Talk, The Blue Nile, Cocteau Twins, A Certain Ratio

$12 Cover*

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A live jazz set by the Eric Thomas Trio

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Eric Thomas delivers an incomparable sound leaving crowds with only one question: “when can I hear him again?” Eric started his professional journey as a finalist in Atlanta's first Future of Jazz competition. Since then he has captivated audiences from the Atlanta Jazz Festival to the Blue Note in New York and many places in between.

Karey A. Davis is a dynamic pianist, saxophonist, and producer known for delivering electrifying performances. He has shared the stage with legends like Roy Ayers, Kirk Whalum, and Hugh Masekela and performed at premier festivals such as Montreux and North Sea Jazz. As the former music director for national recording artist Dee Lucas, his production and songwriting talents contribute to upcoming works with #1 Billboard artists like flutist Ragan Whiteside and trumpeter Lin Rountree. His versatility also extends to television, including credits on Martin Lawrence Presents: 1st Amendment Comedy on Starz. Karey brings world-class musicianship and an unforgettable experience to every stage.

Steven L. Gooden, II is a vetted multi-percussionist, musical director/arranger & sound/lighting engineer.  With jazz at the forefront, he explores multitudes of genres in his repertoire. He is a wealth of resources to those who love music and appreciate the arts.

*Per person cover charge added to bill

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Led Zeppelin, formed in 1968, is renowned for their heavy, guitar-driven sound and is considered a progenitor of hard rock and heavy metal, significantly influencing the music industry. They are known for their powerful, high-energy performances, with Robert Plant's distinctive vocals and Jimmy Page's guitar virtuosity being key elements. Take a step through their majestic and powerful journey as we spin these legends all night.

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Filmmaker Danny Garcia examines the history of the renowned nightclub Max's Kansas City and the New York City rock scene of the 1970s. During its time, Max’s became the center point for glam rock and punk, accompanied by many celebrity sightings. The venue hosted some of the greats like The Ramones, Iggy Pop, Bruce Springsteen and Alice Cooper. Join us on Tuesday for a special look into sex, drugs, and rock and roll.

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Jazz and instrumental grooves

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David Axelrod, Art Blakely, Jackie McLean, Bobby Timmons

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Disco, 80s Freestyle Dance, Minimal Synthwave & Electronic

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Donna Summer, Debbie Deb, Linear Movement & Boy Harsher

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Champagne Soul, Breezy Brazilian, Groovy AOR, Deep Disco, & Jazzy Funk.

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Kenny Lynch, Mekongo President, Venise,

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An all-vinyl birthday tribute to the legendary Soul singer-songwriter Marvin Gaye

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Marvin Gaye!

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Legendary producer and renowned author Joe Boyd will DJ at Commune with Dust-to-Digital founder Lance Ledbetter. Together, they will take you on an audio tour of Joe's new book, And the Roots of Rhythm Remain: A Journey Through Global Music. Featured music will include sounds from Lagos, Budapest, Kingston, Rio and beyond.

A sonic hero of ours (and many others), Joe recorded and produced music by Pink Floyd, Sandy Denny, Nick Drake and REM and was also a cofounder of the influential nightclub UFO. Ledbetter runs the phenomenal record label and IG Account @dusttodigital and does regular talks on global music and culture.

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Welcome to a night with The Morrigan Wine.

Times like these call for community. So, in the spirit of taverns of old, where 'friends and enemies met to conspire, to plan their independence and betrayal,' and 'dissent was voiced and thus were the birthing grounds for rebellion,' we want to bring our fellow malcontents a night of food, wine and music.

This time we're going a la carte, with wines by the glass and food by Chef Haven in collaboration with Chef Olivia McCoy. Our favorite anti-establishment tunes by JVS. Imagine the French Revolution meets early days punk scene.

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Deep electronic R&B rhythms with a touch of Afro-inspired sounds

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Kaytranada, Solange, Frank Ocean, SZA, Xavier Oma

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Ethio-jazz, City Pop, Dub, International Funk and Soul

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Wizzz, Mulatu Astatke, The Funkees, Placebo, Chicano Batman, King Tubby, Azimiith

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A night devoted to female Japanese singers in soul, jazz, pop and RnB

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Monday Michiru, Kaede, Anri, Chara

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Afro-Cuban jazz, psychedelic disco, musica tropicale

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Irakere, Willie Colon, Mongo Santamaría, Lokkhi Terra, Eddie Palmieri

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Wednesday March 26th, we'll have Brian Ravitsky of Brazos Imports, a boutique company bringing in the most eclectic, avant-garde South American wines you've probably ever seen (so far). Ralo will provide the soundtrack.

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A high-energy, femme-powered sonic journey blending hypnotic house, ethereal R&B, glitchy hyperpop and dreamy alt-pop. Expect deep, rolling basslines, shimmering synths, and mesmerizing vocals that shift from sultry and smooth to euphoric and otherworldly. The night will be a celebration of bold, boundary-pushing sounds.

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Logic1000, Blue Hawaii, Kelela and Oklou

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Old pals Farzad, Drennen and William, who were in a band called Aye! Robotics back in the day, reunite to DJ a set of goof-pop .

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The Five Americans, Bunker Soldiers, K.P. & Envyi (it’ll be all over the place, but these guys all got great taste, so trust!)