By Taylor Holcombe
Put down that pumpkin spice latte for a minute. Fall in Gwinnett is bringing everything from Grammy-winning folk rock and classic rock legends to 90s nostalgia, country anthem and even Tuvan throat singing. Whether you’re looking for a singalong, a trip down memory lane or something completely out of the ordinary, there’s a little something for everyone this fall season.
| September 3 Brandi Carlile Time: 7:00 pm Location: Gas South Arena What better way to kick off the season than with Brandi Carlile’s soaring folk melodies filling an arena? The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter has built her career on heartfelt lyrics and powerhouse performances. Add opening act The Head and the Heart, and you’ve got the perfect folksy soundtrack for the fall. | September 12 Grand Funk Railroadand The Smithereens Time: 6:30/8:30 pm Location: Downtown Duluth Break out the vintage concert tees. America’s band Grand Funk Railroad and their opening act The Smithereens are bringing decades of rock hits to Duluth’s 150th Anniversary Celebration: Off the Rails. Come early for carnival games, food trucks and festival fun, then settle in for a night packed with classic-rock nostalgia and crowd favorites. | October 2 Marcy Playground Time: 7:00 pm Location: The Eagle Theater October is the time for Halloween candy, and nobody knows candy quite like Marcy Playground. This 90s alt-rock band is rolling into Sugar Hill for an evening of throwback vibes, familiar hooks and enough nostalgia to last through November. | October 10 Brantley Gilbert Time: 7:00 pm Location: Buford Community Center, Town Park & Theatre Georgia native Brantley Gilbert brings his signature blend of country twang and Southern rock energy home to Gwinnett County. Expect loud guitars, raised cups and plenty of chances to sing along to hits like “Bottoms Up.” Country fans won’t want to miss this homestyle party. | October 31 Alash Time: 8:00 pm Location: Red Clay Music Foundry Looking for something different this Halloween? Skip the haunted houses and spend the evening with Alash, the internationally acclaimed ensemble known for traditional Tuvan throat singing. Equal parts concert and cultural experience, their haunting voices may be the one thing you remember most about Halloween weekend. |