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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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Rapsody’s latest single “12 Problems” offers powerful social commentary for Roc Nation compilation ‘Reprise’
By Jamel Smith September 27, 2020 (updated) North Carolina’s own Grammy-nominated rapper Rapsody recently shared a new song, “12 Problems,” which will appear on the Roc Nation social justice charity compilation album, Reprise. “12 Problems” is the latest offering from the project, following Jorja Smith’s...
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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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TiaCorine is making waves with “Trap Anime” style of music on ’34Corine’
By Kyesha Jennings September 18, 2020 “Crazy that I got a crib with no deal, living off of streaming money and features from a two-minute song with NO project,” rising rapper TiaCorine posted on Instagram. The caption was accompanied by two photos of the Winston-Salem...
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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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St. Paul and The Broken Bones announce drive-in concerts in Charleston and Maggie Valley
By CLTure News September 13, 2020 Birmingham, Alabama soul band St. Paul and The Broken Bones, led by the dynamic Paul Janeway, have announced a short series of drive-in concerts in the Carolinas. The first show will take place on October 29 at Ghost Town...
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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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Nina Simone’s Childhood Home will be permanently protected in Tryon, North Carolina
By Charlie Leonard Photo: National Trust for Historic Preservation / Nancy Pierce September 9, 2020 The National Trust for Historic Preservation’s African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund, World Monuments Fund and Preservation North Carolina have secured protection for the childhood home of legendary singer, songwriter...
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Anthony Hamilton will be the subject of Oprah Winfrey Network special ‘They Call Me Dad’
By Jamel Smith September 8, 2020 Anthony Hamilton is a Grammy Award-winning, multi-platinum recording artist who has traveled around the world, crooning for America’s First Family (the Obamas, that is) and beloved aunties alike. The accomplished soul singer will now be the subject of the...
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