Fiona Bloom runs an company representing expertise throughout the globe known as The Bloom Impact, advising and growing careers for a number of the most acknowledged figures in music and leisure. In her 30-plus-year profession, she has completed promotions, publicity, administration, radio, occasion planning, venue reserving, advertising, internet hosting, curating and lecturing and is energetic throughout the Recording Academy Atlanta Chapter and Girls in Music. She additionally sits on the advisory board of a membership-driven group known as CoMuse.
She kicked off her profession with a DJ stint at WRAS at her alma mater, Georgia State College, earlier than beginning an company within the early ’90s with longtime buddy Michelle Roche known as Roche & Bloom. She went on to a profitable run on native radio earlier than transferring to New York to do nationwide promotional work at EMI/Chrysalis. Now she’s again in Atlanta, which she calls “among the best cities for leisure on this planet.”
11 Good Issues:
1. Atlanta United. Rising up in London, I used to be surrounded by soccer. My fave crew throughout is Spurs (Tottenham Hotspurs) — I do know, I do know! I assist the underdog all the time. Sorry, Chelsea followers and Manchester United. So we now have an honest soccer, ummm I imply soccer, crew in ATL. It’s true. And who doesn’t love watching match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium?
2. Atlanta Historical past Heart. I simply joined. It’s fairly unimaginable. They’ve a chat sequence, particular occasions, some actually good exhibitions, guided excursions of The Swan Home and the gardens are a hidden oasis. Most of it’s shaded, so it turns into a respite from 90-plus-degree climate. It’s insanely humid right here. The membership consists of visits to the Margaret Mitchell Home, too.
3. Concept Gallery. This gallery sits proper at first of Miami Circle. It was once housed inside a furnishings gallery however is now having fun with its personal house. My good buddy Amy Spanier owns it. She has probably the most wonderful eye for artwork and can also be a famend inside decorator. I found many artists at her gallery, together with Ana Guzman, Amy Rader, Mark Jackson, Sadie Pennell, Merrell Thompson and Phil Saxson.
4. Holy Taco. Holy is correct! First off, it’s in my favourite space of Atlanta — East Atlanta Village. I like the vibe and ambiance. They even have quite a lot of vegan choices. The chile con queso is OMG! Actually recent components, nice costs they usually serve till 11 p.m. I discover it arduous to seek out good meals choices late at night time right here.
5. Birdcage. Nice brunch spot. The cocktails are delish. It’s Latin American fare, and the shrimp and grits are to die for. And it’s in one other fave space of ATL, Grant Park. And it’s important to go to Oakland Cemetery afterward.
6. Atlanta Jewish Movie Pageant. The most important Jewish Movie Pageant on this planet and the very best. I can’t wait to see what movies are being offered in 2026.
7. Dres Tha BEATnik mural. This mural in Cabbagetown is an official cultural landmark within the metropolis of Atlanta. It was made a landmark earlier than his premature passing and now holds much more significance. Dres cherished to carry folks collectively and encourage creativity. He was humorous, charismatic, mild, type and one of the crucial gifted hosts, freestylers and beat-boxers in hip-hop. Atlanta misplaced one of many greats, and so did the world. I used to be proud to name him a pricey buddy, and, fortunately, he rocked just a few of my events.
8. Weirdo: The Story of 5 Eight. Atlanta resident filmmaker Marc Pilvinsky directed this compelling music documentary. After being institutionalized for schizophrenia and manic-depression in his early 20s, Mike Mantione turned to songwriting as a means of coping with his demons. For 30 years, the loud guitars in his band 5 Eight have stored these demons at bay. I labored with 5 Eight within the early ’90s, so it’s a homecoming and full-circle second to be again with them once more. And kudos, additionally, as they are going to be added to the sidewalk as a part of the official Athens Music Stroll of Fame this fall.
9. Murrell’s Row Spirits. I like gin & tonic. I found this native gin at an occasion on the British consulate final 12 months. They had been doing a tasting, and I received hooked. So easy and aromatic and domestically distilled proper right here in Decatur. However go straightforward — it’s 94 proof.
10. Buckhead Theatre. I can stroll there. It’s not fairly the cool spot I used to frequent again when it was known as The Roxy, however I’ll take it. Noticed OMD there not too long ago.
11. My balcony. I’m on the thirteenth ground. I’m most likely the one particular person on the planet who isn’t superstitious, and, after I heard that this flat on 13 was accessible, I mentioned, “I’ll take it.” I’ve my morning espresso, make amends for my studying and reply emails within the early mornings. I take a break to observe the sundown no less than 3 times per week. It’s not a very clear view, as there’s a big, tall constructing obstructing the solar because it goes down, however I do get probably the most stunning hues of deep purples, reds and yellows.
