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ATHENS, GEORGIA

In the early '80s, the growing American indie rock scene's beating heart could be found in none other than Athens, GA. Sometimes referred to as the "Liverpool of the South," Athens is everything anyone could want in a college town: endless charm, a harmonious balance between college kids and lingering locals, and a creative community with a relentless collective spirit.

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Marshall U.-area band in conflict with Dido over album cover
Marshall U.-area band Attack Flamingo has found itself going head-to-head with award-winning artist Dido in a dispute over the cover art for her upcoming album.
'DIY' site helps indie bands book tours, make contacts
The lives of independent bands just got a little easier. A new Web site, Indieonthemove.com, is entirely dedicated to helping indie groups book their own concerts and tours across the country.
Ted Leo talks music, politics, Esurance girl
U. Iowa grads offer a helping hand for DIY music with 'Indie Band Survival Guide'
Harvard U. professor defending in music download suit files counter-claim
OK Go members offer songwriting tips, play acoustic set at Northwestern
MTV reality show editor-in-chief to attend NYU in fall
With new U.S. label, Dizzee spins in the states
N.E.R.D. Bringing the Beats
Ben Folds Talks Bonnaroo

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Music Spotlight: Guns N' Roses' 'Chinese Democracy'
Axl Rose is still relevant. Take that, Dr. Pepper.
Concert Review: Of Montreal redefines stage performance
Cirque du Soleil has a new show, and it’s called Of Montreal.
Music Spotlight: Of Montreal's 'Skeletal Lamping'
CD Review: Ryan Adams thanks known universe on 'Cardinology'
Music Spotlight: Jenny Lewis' 'Acid Tongue'
Music Spotlight: Lil' Wayne's 'Tha Carter III'
Music Spotlight: Death Cab for Cutie's 'Narrow Stairs'
Frigid at first, Augustana warms up the crowd at Dartmouth
Atmosphere - 'When Life Gives You Lemons"
Portishead - "Third"

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