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The melodious synth-pop tunes of Chvrches always delivers a good time
By Jared Allen October 18, 2018 Charlotte doesn’t have many traditions, but one we could get accustomed to is Chvrches stopping by the Fillmore every other October for a night of vibrant, bittersweet synth tunes. The Glaswegian three-piece visited the Fillmore two years ago around...
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Little Brother reunite at Art of Cool Festival in Durham
By CLTure News September 30, 2018 On Saturday night in Durham, the iconic North Carolina hip-hop group consisting of 9th Wonder, Phonte and Big Pooh reunited at the Art of Cool Festival. On Saturday afternoon, 9th Wonder posted an old photo of the group in...
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Future Islands captivate audience in return to Charlotte
By Mitchell Franklin September 28, 2018 Cover photo: @canucknpinnc Future Islands is a hard band to classify. With all of the synthesizers that they utilize, people tend to lump them into synthpop, but that doesn’t quite encompass their sound. Their music has traces of many...
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Jason Isbell and American Aquarium were an ideal pairing to kick off fall concert season in Charlotte
By Cameron Lee September 24, 2018 Jason Isbell’s music speaks for the common people. His candid songs tell stories that articulate his humble beginnings in Alabama. While he grew up under the tutelage of revered musicians like David Hood (father of Drive-by Truckers founder Patterson...
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North Carolina’s John Howie, Jr. releases long-awaited solo debut album ‘Not Tonight’
By Lane Claffee September 18, 2018 To many in the North Carolina music scene, John Howie, Jr. is a name that doesn’t need an introduction. With a career lasting over two decades he’s proven to be something of a country music legend, from his time...
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Greg Cox is a refreshing addition to R&B and Charlotte
By Jose Mujica Cover photo: Joshaun Anderson September 14, 2018 It hasn’t been a simple path for Greg Cox, but the Wilson, NC musician shows off his soulful southern roots in every song he sings. Though his distinct blend of gospel, R&B and lyricism may...
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Charlotte’s Maya Beth Atkins releases impressive debut album ‘Whatever You Are’
By Shirley Griffith September 10, 2018 When most Charlotteans hear the last name Atkins, they think of the talented Jason Atkins who, among having his hand in multiple bands around town, plays the famed organ for the Charlotte Checkers. Now, Jason’s daughter Maya Beth hits...
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Here’s who we’re looking forward to seeing at Hopscotch Music Festival this year
By Jose Mujica September 4, 2018 The summer fades and the warm weather gives way to cool breezes. Chatter about the Panthers’ chances this season can be heard around the water cooler. Life on campus picks up as students return from their hometown pilgrimage. Hopscotch...
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J. Cole, SZA, Rapsody, Young Thug, Teyana Taylor, J.I.D, King Mez, and more will play the inaugural Dreamville Festival
CLTure News August 31, 2018 The J. Cole curated Dreamville Festival announced their much-anticipated lineup. The one-day music festival experience on Saturday, September 15 at Dorothea Dix Park will feature Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter SZA, rapper Big Sean, Slime Language rapper Young Thug, G.O.O.D Music artist Teyana...
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It’s a new era for Houndmouth, and that’s not such a bad thing
By Delaney Clifford August 30, 2018 A new era has begun for the Indiana trio Houndmouth. After kicking off their career in 2012 in the Americana folk genre, the group has shed their past material like snakeskin and now takes one giant leap into the...
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