Kareem Gantt - AXS Contributor

AXS Contributor

I have covered numerous music and local culture stories and have also given my two cents on numerous albums and concerts over the years. I am dedicated to bringing readers the best music news, reviews, and features on this thing we call the internet.
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  • The five best concert venues in Denver

    The five best concert venues in Denver

    Nobody has to tell anybody that Denver is a live music mecca. This hip town that anchors the Rocky Mountain region has become a major hub for music over the years. With Denver forging such a strong musical identity, these artists and bands need somewhere to play and Denver has responded with...

    July 16, 2016
  • The five best concert venues in Houston

    The five best concert venues in Houston

    Houston has always been a mecca for concerts and live music. The history between Houston and live music dates back decades and today, there are thousands of local artists who are looking to show off their craft to the plethora of music fans in Texas’ largest city. To accommodate these performers...

    July 16, 2016
  • The five best concert venues in the greater DFW area

    The five best concert venues in the greater DFW area

    The Dallas-Fort Worth area has always been one of the epicenters of music in Texas. The largest metropolitan area in the state, this Texas-sized sprawling area is home to numerous concert venues that play host to any genre imaginable. Within this massive area, and venues all around the area, it was...

    July 15, 2016
  • The most underrated music venues in Cincinnati

    The most underrated music venues in Cincinnati

    Music and Cincinnati go together like cereal. The musical legacy of Cincinnati is one that is just as rich as any other city in the nation that claims to have the music history to end all music history. Most of Cincinnati’s music history has been born in the legendary venues that dot this expansive...

    July 15, 2016
  • Bars in The DFW Metroplex that you didn't know have live music

    Bars in The DFW Metroplex that you didn't know have live music

    The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex has a long history with music. Some of the biggest stars have come from Texas’ largest metropolitan area and most of those stars have made their names know regionally in the numerous live music venues and bars that dot the landscape. Today, most local bands and...

    July 15, 2016
  • Bars in Cincinnati that you didn't know have live music

    Bars in Cincinnati that you didn't know have live music

    Cincinnati has always had a long relationship with music. It is one of the birthplaces of funk and has also produced a number of great artists and bands ranging from rock to soul. So it’s no secret that Cincinnati has a ton of music venues where locals can perform their latest material. Bars also...

    July 15, 2016
  • Bars in Cleveland that you didn't know have live music

    Bars in Cleveland that you didn't know have live music

    Cleveland is an underrated city in all factions of American society. Thought of as a city ridden with crime, Cleveland is actually one of the best cultural cities in the country, excelling in everything from arts to food. Another underrated aspect of this city is its nightlife, which is one of the...

    July 15, 2016
  • The best late night restaurants in Charlotte to hit after the show

    The best late night restaurants in Charlotte to hit after the show

    There was a time when Charlotte was known as a city that went to bed when the sun went down. In recent years the Queen City of the South has rid themselves of that reputation in a dramatic way, with the nightlife in the city now rivaling that of Atlanta. Apart of this booming nightlife has come an...

    July 15, 2016
  • The best late night restaurants in Columbus that you need to hit after the show

    The best late night restaurants in Columbus that you need to hit after the show

    Columbus is the capital of Ohio. The city, which sits right smack in the middle of the state, has the reputation of being among the few Midwest cities that has grown, thanks mainly to The Ohio State University. This college, which is one of the largest in the nation, has helped to create a vibrant...

    July 14, 2016
  • The best late night restaurants in Baltimore to hit after a show

    The best late night restaurants in Baltimore to hit after a show

    There is something about Baltimore’s nightlife culture that stands out from the rest of its peers. It’s hard to put a finger on it, but what we do know is that nightlife in Baltimore is one of the best in the country. After the shows or the bars are closed, however, your stomach will need food, and...

    July 13, 2016
  • The best late night restaurants in Birmingham to hit after a show

    The best late night restaurants in Birmingham to hit after a show

    Birmingham has experienced a nightlife revival. Back in the day, residents used to have to drive to Atlanta for a great night out. Now the city has rebuilt their nightlife scene, and those same nightlife hawks who used to leave the city for a great club, bar, or concert now can stay in town and...

    July 13, 2016
  • The best late night restaurants in Boston to hit after a show

    The best late night restaurants in Boston to hit after a show

    Boston is one of those cities that has stood in the shadows of its peers when it comes to nightlife. But in truth, Boston has always been one of the best cities for shows and concerts. When the show is over, however, your tummy is going to be looking for something to eat, and, lucky for you, Boston...

    July 13, 2016
  • The best late night restaurants in New Orleans to hit after the show

    The best late night restaurants in New Orleans to hit after the show

    New Orleans is a town that is rockin’ seven nights a week. Whether it’s going to an off-Broadway production or attending a concert, there is always something to do in the Big Easy that will last until after dark. After the show, however, your stomach may be begging you for food, and fortunately for...

    July 12, 2016
  • The best late night restaurants in Nashville to hit after a show

    The best late night restaurants in Nashville to hit after a show

    There is always a live show going on in Nashville. Any night of the week, you can see top shows and awesome bands and artists perform at the numerous venues that dot Tennessee’s famous capital city. When the show is over, however, your stomach will be craving something to eat, and thanks to...

    July 12, 2016
  • Bars in Nashville that you didn't know have live music

    Bars in Nashville that you didn't know have live music

    You don’t have to tell anybody that Nashville is a bar town. Everywhere you go, from the booming sounds coming out of Music Row to the suburban drinking bars that lay in the shadows of Music Row, Nashville has a bar scene like no other. Nashville is unique, however, in the fact that a lot of their...

    July 12, 2016
  • The most underrated music venues in The Metroplex

    The most underrated music venues in The Metroplex

    Music has always played an important role in the culture of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. There have been many artists who have gotten their start right in the heart of Texas’ largest metropolitan area and much more who are waiting in the wings to get their 15 minutes of fame in the spotlight...

    July 12, 2016
  • The best hip hop clubs in Atlanta

    The best hip hop clubs in Atlanta

    Hip-hop has always been a huge part of Atlanta’s musical identity. It was here where the “dirty south” sound formulated and the city has played a huge role in shaping hip-hop into what it is today. While Atlanta has bred big name stars, there are hundreds of local artists in the city that is itching...

    July 12, 2016
  • Bars in Houston that you didn't know have live music

    Bars in Houston that you didn't know have live music

    Houston is a live music town. Anyone who tries to dispute that should really make a trip to the Bayou City and visit the city’s numerous clubs and live music venues. While the city’s best-known music venues are well-known to those who know Houston’s music scene, there are some bars that not even...

    July 12, 2016
  • The best hip hop clubs in Palm Beach County

    The best hip hop clubs in Palm Beach County

    When you think of Palm Beach County you normally don’t think of hip-hop. After all, this is a county that got its claim to fame from the beautiful beaches, uber-exclusive resorts, and the numerous stores and restaurants that dot Florida’s third-largest county. Its nightlife scene is geared more...

    July 11, 2016
  • Five excellent dive bars in Nashville that you need to visit

    Five excellent dive bars in Nashville that you need to visit

    Nashville is one of America’s nightlife capitals. Right along with Miami and Las Vegas, Nashville’s nightlife scene is one of great vibrancy, all thanks to its reputation as Music City USA. The nightlife in Nashville is varied, ranging from pulsing dance clubs to bars, but one of the oldest segments...

    July 11, 2016
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