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Montana Skies at Eight & Rail Saturday Night
Their name, Montana Skies, is a metaphor for musical freedom, and they continue to follow their creative instincts far beyond traditional boundaries. In concert, these award winning musicians delve into music from Pink Floyd and Rush to Vivaldi, and House … Continue reading
Best Holiday Weekend Ever
Don’t know if you made it to Opelika the last several nights, but the town was a hopping. Christmas in a Railroad town had record crowds from my perspective. Friday Night the streets were blocked and filled with families enjoying … Continue reading
Adam Hood at Eighth & Rail
Mark the calendars for Thursday and Saturday this week at the Rail on South Railroad Avenue in Opelika. Music starts about 9:30PM, both nights! For more, visit the Rail on Facebook.
Rocktober at Eighth and Rail
If you’ve missed the first two nights of music for the month, then shame on you. Friday Night and Harrison Hudson has a unique sound and presentation, albeit, the music was a bit too loud for me. Micah Dalton and … Continue reading
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Tagged Downtown Opelika, Eighth and Rail, Live Music, Rocktober
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Opelika Saturday Night – Research Project Continues
Well, apparently it a weekend for research. My Saturday mornings are not the same with the departure of Red Door June. I wish the best to Rick and Karen, hoping they realize how much many of us appreciate their efforts … Continue reading
Posted in Beer, Katz Stuff, Live Music, Racing
Tagged Eighth and Rail, Irish Bred Pub, Live Music, nascar
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Opelika Friday Night
Opelika Friday Night was sure different last night compared to a few years ago. In the interest of research for the readers of the site, I ventured out to a few downtown restaurants and pubs to see what might be happening on … Continue reading
Posted in Events, Live Music, Opelika News
Tagged Eighth and Rail, event center downtown, Irish Bred Pub, Sid's 8th St Cafe
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Three Nights of Music at Eighth & Rail
Thursday Night (9/16), it’s the The Well Reds, Friday Act of Congress and Saturday the Tony Brrok Band
Opelika Had a Busy Saturday Night
With the first ever BBQ & Brewfest at the Event Center Downtown, and the Friends and Family opening of the Irish Bred Pub and live music at Eighth and Rail. Railroad Avenue looked like South College on Game Day. I … Continue reading
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Tagged Downtown Opelika, Eighth and Rail, event center downtown, Irish Bred Pub, Live Music, Sid's 8th Street Cafe
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Weekend Music at Eighth and Rail
Reminder from Richard this weekend. Friday July 16 Davin Mccoy and Saturday July 17 double bill with JK and The Lost Boys and Adam Hood.
Harrison Hudson Plays Eighth & Rail Friday
Friday Night (June 25th) The Rail is going to be rocking with Harrison Hudson. “We decided one day to keep things simple. Ever since then we’ve been playing as loud and as hard as we can while still bringing a … Continue reading
Yvedevora is now "Barefoot for Native" & At Eight & Rail Friday Night!
Last minute add to Eighth and Rail on Friday Night. Richard sent an email letting us know these ladies from London, England; who began a US Tour in Texas in March are stopping at The Rail for some fun Friday … Continue reading
Alabama Singers at Eighth & Rail this Weekend…
Friday it’s Tony Brook and Saturday Blues Favorite John Bull who performed last at On The Tracks. Alabama Native singer songsmith Tony Brook has been a staple of the Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival for the last decade. Whether solo … Continue reading
Saturday – Nathan Angelo at 8th & Rail
Although a newcomer to the southeast music scene, Atlanta-based Nathan Angelo has been immersed in music for over a decade. The son of a practicing minister, Nathan was surrounded by a family of musicians who nudged him to learn piano at age six. … Continue reading
Friday – Dova Grove at 8th & Rail
Formed as a quiet project in 2005, Dova Grove’s unique flavor of “Memphis Rock & Jam” has continued to spread and excite music-lovers across the region. Stemming from their recent touring, DG’s Memphis Rock & Jam has earned the esteem of the music … Continue reading

