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The Macon Music Trail app serves as a digital companion with GPS locations, stories and multimedia that can be continuously expanded and updated. The easy-to-use mobile app is the ultimate tour companion for visitors to discover and explore Macon's music assets, from well-known attractions like the Big House Museum and H&H Restaurant to businesses like Gallery West and Fresh Produce Records.
Macon Music
Where it began
The roots of American music run deep in Macon, Georgia, where Little Richard helped birth rock ‘n’ roll, James Brown recorded his first demo and Otis Redding took soul music to unsurpassed heights.
Thanks to Capricorn Records and Grant's Lounge attracting artists like the Allman Brothers Band, Marshall Tucker Band and Wet Willie to the city, Macon became ground zero for Southern Rock in the 70s. That lively scene provided inspiration for two local high school musicians, Mike Mills and Bill Berry, who went on to help found the rock band R.E.M. in Athens. Jazz and R&B singer Randy Crawford, classical bass-baritone Allan Evans and Grammy-nominated violinist Robert McDuffie were all born in Macon. Bursting into the country music scene, Superstar Jason Aldean even named his latest album after his hometown: Macon, Georgia. The list only keeps growing with new artists representing a wide variety of genres now performing in the same venues as our music legends.
Macon Music Video Series
Explore Macon's dynamic music scene with in-depth features on our iconic venues and music-related...
Allman Brothers
The Allman Brothers Band (ABB) was formed in Jacksonville, Florida in 1969 by Duane Allman (slide & lead guitar), Gregg Allman (vocals, organ, songwriting), Dickey Betts (lead...
Music Attractions
Today, Macon's distinctive and diverse musical landscape connects its past, present and future. Attractions including Capricorn Sound Studios and Museum, the Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House, The Otis Redding "Mini" Museum and The Little Richard House provide exclusive experiences. Rock Candy Tours hosts weekly walking tours full of decadent music history while the 43 spots on the self-guided music tour recommended by Visit Macon include the iconic H&H Restaurant and Rose Hill Cemetery.
Allman Brothers Band Museum at The Big House
The Allman Brothers Band Museum at The Big House is the #1 most visited tourist destination by Trip...
H&H Soul Food
H&H Soul Food serves the best Southern comfort food in Macon. Known for Mama Louise’s and Mama...
The Little Richard House Resource Center
Visit the childhood home of Little Richard and enjoy one of Macon's Historical Landmarks. We are a...
Capricorn Sound Studios and Museum
Capricorn Sound Studios and Museum is a multi-purpose music venue in downtown Macon whose mission is...
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park
Step back in time to enjoy the beauty of Ocmulgee with one of the many activities offered: - Explore...
The Otis Redding Foundation
Otis Redding was dedicated to improving the quality of life for our community through the education...
Tubman Museum
The Tubman Museum is the Southeast's largest museum dedicated to the Art, History and Culture of...
Rose Hill Cemetery
Meander through the 80-acre Rose Hill Cemetery, established in 1840 and on the National Register of...
Live Music Today
Nightlife in Macon bustles with venues hosting local, regional and national touring acts alongside one-of-a-kind jam sessions and gatherings. First Friday is like a music festival downtown every month with annual events including Bragg Jam, GABBA Fest and O'Tis the Season. Performances by the Macon-Mercer Symphony Orchestra, Macon Pops and an extraordinary musical theatre community anchor the city's sound and soul.