Automagik

  • Local
  • alternative
  • rock
  • power pop

Automagik is a four-piece rock n' roll outfit from Cincinnati, OH. With a sound inspired by the sunshine-y tones of the Beach Boys, the grizzly groove of the Gorillaz, and the upbeat party pop of Weezer, Automagik aims to arouse feelings of pure candy-coated jubilation. The band has gained great notoriety since forming in 2010: Their songs have been featured on major TV networks on shows such as MTV's "Battle of the Exes" and ABC's "Rookie Blue," and have gained features on digital media, such

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Video: Triiibe and Automagik 

On the first day of December, Triiibe and Automagik met in a studio for an unplanned, unrehearsed jam session.

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Automagik “Under the Stairs” 

While Automagik continues to plan and work on new upcoming projects, the acoustic guitars rarely leave their hands. Automagik is a funky and soulful rock band first and foremost, but this recording is a glimpse into the acoustic and softer side of the band.

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CincyMusic Editor Picks of 2018 

2018 has been an interesting year. It’s one that shall henceforth be referred to as the, “Year of the Seriously WTF?” because every week brought us something we never thought would or could happen. Thank goodness for the sweet escape of great music, right? Here’s what got me through this bizarro year:

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Review: Automagik 

Last night at the Woodward Theater, Automagik proved once again that they can put on one of the best shows in the city. 

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Album Review: Automagik GOLDMINE 

Some bands can release the same album over and over again, feeling satisfied with their effort and the elation of their fans. Others must continue to grow and change, stepping into new sonic territory, while hoping to keep a foot firmly planted in their identity.

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Automagik Release Stop Drop Dance from Upcoming Goldmine 

Automagik just dropped a new music video for “Stop Drop Dance!” This is off of their new album, Goldmine which will be released at The Woodward Theater with Triiibe on Friday, December 21st!

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Video: Automagik 

Check out Automagik playing “F**ked Up” live at Northside Tavern!  Video courtesy of Travis Brandner Photography.  

Video: Automagik perform "Waterslide" at Fountain Square 

Watch Automagik close out Saturday night at Fountain Square with “Waterslide”

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Video Interview: Automagik 

Travis Brandner Photography sat down with Automagik in the woods for an interview about their new EP The Road. Listen to the EP HERE and go see them this month! 6/16 - Hamilton, OH - RiversEdge, Main Squeeze w/ Automagik6/18 - Morristown, IN, - MSMFest 6/19 - Berwyn, IL...

Mad Anthony & Automagik Arrive In the Jungle 

In a surprise move, Jungle Jim’s in Eastgate will be hosting a kickoff party for Bunbury Music Festival tonight and have invited local Rock ‘n Roll hooligans Mad Anthony and Automagik to regale customers with acoustic versions of fan favorites and new jams.  Mad Anthony, now over...

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Bunbury Adds Deadmau5 As Saturday Headliner 

Just Announced: The Bunbury Music Festival has added Deadmau5 as Saturday's headliner! Deadmau5 joins The Killers, Florence and the Machine, Mudcrutch (Mike Campbell, Tom Leadon, Randall Marsh, Tom Petty, Benmont Tench), Ice Cube & more! Check out the full lineup on...

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Interview: Aaron Sharpe, Our Cincinnati Reds DJ 

Cincinnati is known for being a baseball town. Win or lose, our Cincinnati Reds can do no wrong. What you may not know about going to see a Cincinnati Red’s game at Great American Ball Park is that a lot of the music that you hear is local!  Aaron Sharpe is not only the Reds DJ; he is...

Automagik Releases New Video 

Automagik recently released their Dark Daze EP via Old Flame Records. This week, they released a video, “Fucked Up.” The band shot the entire video themselves, with frontman Zachary Evans saying, "We shot the entire thing in one take with the song playing at 10% percent speed...

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Bunbury Music Festival Lineup Released 

The day we have all been waiting for is here! The 2016 Bunbury Music Festival lineup has been announced. Bunbury will return to downtown Cincinnati’s Sawyer Point and Yeatman’s Cove for three eclectic-packed days of music across four stages on Friday, June 3, Saturday, June 4, and...

Automagik at Urban Artifact Thursday! 

Local favorites, Automagik have been touring the U.S. and are headed back to their hometown to play Urban Artifact on Thursday, January 28th!  Formed in 2010, Automagik recently released their Dark Daze EP via Old Flame Records.  The EP was praised by Consequence of...

And The Nominees Are… 

The nominees for the Cincinnati Entertainment Awards have been announced! The 19th annual CEAS’s will be held on Sunday, January 31st at Madison Theater.  The Cincinnati Entertainment Awards is THE event to attend to support our local music community. One night of the year that everyone...

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Automagik Play The Drinkery at MPMF 

Glam, rock, indie band, Automagik are amped and ready for MidPoint Music Festival next weekend. The band played with Matt and Kim at the University of Cincinnati’s Red and Black Bash in August. Just prior to that they released the amazing video for “Pop Kiss”. I can’t wait...

Matt and Kim Headlining Red and Black Bash 

University of Cincinnati is kicking off the new school year in style on August 21! Matt and Kim along with locals Automagik and Midnight Coast from Columbus will be welcoming the students of the #HottestCollegeInAmerica back to campus.  Matt and Kim were recently in town for Bunbury Music...

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Heartless Bastards Leads Third Group of MidPoint Artists 

MidPoint organizers announced today a third group of artists, led by hometown favorites Heartless Bastards. Tickets for the fourteenth annual event, September 25–27, are on sale now at MPMF.com. ENTER TO WIN A PAIR OF 3-DAY PASSES HERE!  Heartless Bastards, touring in support of their...

Nick D’ and the Believers at MOTR on Friday 

Nick D’ and the Believers and Xoe Wise will be at MOTR Pub Friday, June 5th!  Nick D' and the Believers are no strangers to Cincinnati. They played MPMF in 2013, played with PUBLIC at their epic EP release party and released their EP Wanted in February at MOTR Pub with Automagik. This...

Surfer Blood at Fountain Square Tonight with Local Favs 

Tonight is the kickoff concert for what is arguably the best series lineup yet for MidPoint Indie Summer. Free concerts will be held on the square every Friday night now through September.  Surfer Blood is headlining the evening with local favorites The Yugos, Automagik, and...

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Video Interview with Surfer Blood 

Surfer Blood are playing Midpoint Indie Summer at Fountain Square on Friday May 29th with The Yugos, Automagik and Harbour!  7/79 and CincyMusic.com caught up with the band on the eve of the release of their latest album, 1000 Palms. They told us a little backstory on the band and what...

Our Weekend Picks :: May 1, 2015 

Each week we will highlight a few of our picks for the weekend. Some may be local, some may not, but as long as you are seeing live music in Cincinnati you are contributing! Our picks are below, but you can choose for yourself with our calendar here. (Or download our iPhone...

MidPoint Indie Summer Lineup Released 

MidPoint Music Festival have announced an amazing lineup of music on Fountain Square for MidPoint Indie Summer! As part of the PNC Summer Series produced by 3CDC, this free concert series presents regional, national, and international acts for a night of music each Friday...

Our Weekend Picks :: February 6, 2015 

Each week we will highlight a few of our picks for the weekend. Some may be local, some may not, but as long as you are seeing live music in Cincinnati you are contributing! Our picks are below, but you can choose for yourself with our calendar here. (Or download our iPhone...

Nick D' and the Believers EP Release at MOTR 

Nick D' and the Believers are releasing a new EP, Wanted in early February, and are throwing their Cincinnati release show February 7th with Automagik at MOTR! Nick D' and the Believers are no strangers to Cincinnati. They played MPMF in 2013 and recently played with PUBLIC at their epic EP...

Our Weekend Picks :: November 21, 2014 

Each week we will highlight a few of our picks for the weekend. Some may be local, some may not, but as long as you are seeing live music in Cincinnati you are contributing! Our picks are below, but you can choose for yourself with our calendar here. (Or download our iPhone app here). Friday,...

Real Estate Gives You Reason to Leave Work Early 

They say excellent real estate is all about location, location, location. If that's true, music fans will want to get front and center at the free MidPoint Midway stage presented by P&G, Friday, September 26 at 5 p.m. View the previously released schedule for all of Midpoint Music Festival...

Our Weekend Picks :: June 6, 2014 

Each week we will highlight a few of our picks for the weekend. Some may be local, some may not, but as long as you are seeing live music in Cincinnati you are contributing! Our picks are below, but you can choose for yourself with our calendar here. (Or download our iPhone app here). Friday,...

Our Weekend Picks :: May 9, 2014 

Each week we will highlight a few of our picks for the weekend. Some may be local, some may not, but as long as you are seeing live music in Cincinnati you are contributing! Our picks are below, but you can choose for yourself with our calendar here. (Or download our iPhone app here). Friday,...

The Project 100.7/106.3 Presents On-Tap Showcase at Tin Roof 

Original Local bands are invading Tin Roof at The Banks! The Project 100.7/ 106.3 has teamed up with Tin Roof to host the monthly On-Tap Series. This event will showcase the best unsigned artists from the Cincinnati area! Each showcase will consist of 2-3 artists chosen by The Project's music...

Our Weekend Picks :: April 11, 2014 

Each week we will highlight a few of our picks for the weekend. Some may be local, some may not, but as long as you are seeing live music in Cincinnati you are contributing! Our picks are below, but you can choose for yourself with our calendar here. (Or download our iPhone app here). Friday,...

Our Weekend Picks :: March 28, 2014 

Each week we will highlight a few of our picks for the weekend. Some may be local, some may not, but as long as you are seeing live music in Cincinnati you are contributing! Our picks are below, but you can choose for yourself with our calendar here. (Or download our iPhone app here). Friday,...

Carnival The Day Away in Washington Park tomorrow! 

Bring your family and friends to Washington Park for the day, it’s free! Carnival games, stilt-walkers, jugglers, magicians, acrobatics, life size connect four, face painting, bouncy slides, live music and much more!  Bands to play Carnival:Gold ShoesThe Happy MaladiesThe PassThe HidersHeavy...

Jamaican Queens Tonight at MOTR 

Jamaican Queens are playing MOTR Pub Wednesday January 9th with Automagik! The band is touring in support of their debut album Wormfood, out February 26. Check out the video for the single, "Kids Get Away" here. Lead singer Ryan Spencer was in the band Prussia. The group dissolved shortly after...

MPMF Homegrown Schedule 

The 11th annual MidPoint Music Festival is finally here! For the next three days you can wonder around Over The Rhine and discover great music from around the world. The organizers have really put a lot of time in to making this the best MPMF yet, and I can't wait! Eachnotesecure.com has been doing...

OTR Skate This Friday 

The Cincinnati Recreation Commission (CRC) announces the return of OTR Skate, an adult roller skating party benefiting CRC’s Over the Rhine Recreation Center. This spring’s OTR Skate is on Friday, April 27, 8-11 p.m.  The event will feature performances by local bands, You, You’re Awesome...