ONE SHOW ONLY: 7:30 – 10pm. Atlanta’s blues scene just got a major upgrade, and you don’t want to miss it. Introducing The ATL BluesCartel, a powerhouse collaboration between two of the city’s most exciting blues artists: Garrett Collins of the Garrett Collins Project, and Cannonball Red of Cannonball Red & the Head Hunters.

These two seasoned bandleaders have already made waves in the Atlanta music scene, and now they’ve joined forces to bring you an unforgettable live blues experience. Garrett Collins recently won the prestigious 2024 Atlanta Blues Challenge and competed in Memphis for the 2025 International BluesCompetition, and Cannonball Red just rocked the Juke Joint Blues Festival in Clarksdale, Mississippi, you know you’re in for something special when these two take the stage together.

The ATL Blues Cartel has secured a residency at The Velvet Note, an award-winning jazz club in Alpharetta, GA. Every Sunday night (except major holidays), this dynamic duo will be bringing you raw, soulful blues at its finest. Doors open at 6:30 PM, with the music starting at 7:30 PM. Whether you’re a long-time bluesaficionado or a newcomer to the scene, this is your chance to experience the heart and soul of real bluesmusic in an intimate, unforgettable setting.

Tell your friends, grab your seats, and be part of the magic! The Velvet Note offers the perfect atmosphere to vibe out to the incredible guitar slinging of Cannonball Red and Garrett Collins, and we promise you’ll want to come back for more.

Don’t miss out on what’s sure to become a legendary residency. Mark your calendars, spread the word, and let’s make Sunday nights at The Velvet Note the place to be for blues lovers!