Charlotte Music
Charlotte Music
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Charlotte music collective Living Quarters showcases fresh new energy with ‘Summer Camp’ project
By Jose Mujica September 30, 2020 There’s power in numbers and the newly minted Charlotte music collective, Living Quarters, aims to showcase some bright energy with the release of Summer Camp, a three-song project that features Te’Jani, Ike Byers, and the Hoodies: Matt Square, Mike...
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Kevin “Black Pearl” McCloskey is mixing the sound of Charlotte
By Cameron Lee September 29, 2020 You may have heard the name “Pearl” or “Black Pearl” in music circles amongst your favorite hip-hop artists in the Carolinas. Often producers who garner most of the name recognition and publicity, Kevin “Black Pearl” McCloskey is the mixing...
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The Hamiltones latest EP ‘1964’ is a commentary on current times while harkening back to the Civil Rights Movement
By Michael Stover September 20, 2020 2020 has taken its toll on everyone, from the pandemic spreading to the racial injustice we’re seeing at an alarming rate. As tension and stress increase, everyone is looking for an outlet that sympathizes with the struggle. Enter, North...
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Alfred Sergel IV releases a deeply emotional new song “The Falling Out” featuring Martin Bejerano and Tim Lefebvre
By Cameron Lee September 18, 2020 Charlotte-based drummer and composer Alfred Sergel has released a sweeping musical composition titled “The Falling Out.” The song features accomplished jazz pianist Martin Bejerano, who has worked alongside Grammy Award-winning drummer Roy Haynes, and Tim Lefebvre, who’s best known...
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JazzArts Charlotte launch new online jazz workshops for students and adults
By Charlie Leonard September 14, 2020 JazzArts Charlotte will debut nine new online jazz workshops for students and adults beginning the week of September 21. The six- to 12-week workshops will cover a variety of topics ranging from jazz appreciation, improvisation, basic fundamentals, and more. ...
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Cyanca releases remixes for ‘Isle of Queens’ EP featuring Elevator Jay and Durand Bernarr
By Jose Mujica September 12, 2020 Charlotte R&B singer Cyanca surprised her fans with a deluxe version of her 2017 EP, Isle of Queens, featuring two new remixes for the tracks “New Phone, Who Dis?” and “Eat.” This latest iteration finds Cyanca collaborating with Cleveland...
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Charlotte Music Venues need assistance from the city and state before it’s too late
By Charlie Leonard September 2, 2020 The Charlotte Independent Venue Alliance (CIVA) has requested the help of the community in securing state and federal government funding. In an open letter to music and culture lovers, the alliance of 13 local entertainment venues outline the dire...
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Greg Cox returns with spellbinding new song featuring A$H, “All Alone”
By Delaney Clifford August 5, 2020 One of the most unique voices in North Carolina music is back again to show just how different the R&B sound can be. Greg Cox, the Charlotte singer-songwriter, rapper, and producer has released his first music of 2020, and...
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Dexter Jordan releases enchanting new song “Contradicting” for new web series
By Grant Golden Photo: Amy Vanderplow July 29. 2020 Charlotte R&B/neo-soul artist Dexter Jordan has been gradually unfolding his emotions and gathering acclaim through his threadbare soul songs. Alongside producer Jason Jet, Jordan crafts heavy-hearted emotional excursions through delicate yet full-bodied productions. “Contradicting,” the newest...
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New proposed ‘Save Our Stages Act’ could help save music venues across the country
By Charlie Leonard Photo: Drea Atkins July 24, 2020 U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and John Corbyn (R-TX) have introduced the “Save Our Stages Act,” a proposed bill that would provide SBA grants to independent music venue operators affected by COVID-19. The grants will provide...
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