Floetry
Friday
8 p.m., Knight Theater, 430 S. Tryon St., $44.95-$69.95,
www.blumenthalarts.org
After reuniting at Funk Fest in Atlanta in May, oft-Grammy
nominated duo Marsha Ambrosius and Natalie Stewart are touring together for the
first time since the Brits’ spoken word poetry and hip-hop laced R&B duo
parted ways in 2007. Reviews indicate the pair hits on solo work individually
as well as past Floetry favorites.
Although the thought of a 13-year-old-led family band conjures
images of the Partridge Family, this New Jersey foursome rocks a lot harder.
With daughter Eilee backed by dad, mom and drumming brother Evren, the
punk-edged indie quintet’s new EP “Gold Glitter Shoes” sound more like the
Donnas, Letters to Cleo, and Juliana Hatfield than Kidz Bop.
Mail the Horse/Pullman Strike
This Brooklyn quintet, whose new album “Planet Gates” has drawn
the attention of Spin and Brooklyn Vegan, mix the carefree blues of `60s and
`70s Stones, the Southern rock key and harmonica-laced jams of the Allman Bros,
and the NYC garage rock of the Strokes. Charlotte’s Pullman Strike and the
Loudermilks fill out a roots-rocking bill.
Benefit for Joe Borruso
Taking Back Sunday’s Adam Lazzara and John Nolan, who play an
acoustic set, are among Charlotte musicians pitching in to cover visual artist
Borruso’s medical costs. He was hit by a car on Parkwood, which resulted in a
partial leg amputation and other serious injuries. Paint Fumes, Animals, MTHR,
Modern Primitives, Aswell, Shadowgraphs, Fat Geoff, Bo White Y Su Orquestra,
Cabron, DJ Elon, and Buckmaster also perform.
Anni Piper
A towering bass player and sultry vocalist that plays up her sex
appeal, this Australian transplant mixes soul-spilling electric blues-rock, raw
Southern-steeped hill country acoustic blues, gritty hard rock, and jarring
slow burners approaching it all like a seasoned torch singer that’s conscious
of her instrument’s lack of limitations.
Kid Rock/Foreigner
Who would’ve thought Detroit’s cobbler of American music and
Southern culture would be the picture of integrity when it comes to ticket
prices? Yet he’s at it again, charging $20 for a helping of classic rock
(courtesy of Foreigner), bluegrass (from the Packway Handle Band), and his own
high energy hit-heavy swagger.
Stephen Stills
The Rock n’ Roll Hall of Famer and one third of Crosby Stills
& Nash, returns to play two sets - one solo acoustic and one full band.
He’ll reveal new tunes - at least one from his upcoming Rides’ album with Kenny
Wayne Shepherd and Barry Goldberg - as well as hit on old favorites.
Cusses
The Savannah rock trio, who enjoyed a boost from play on MTVU in
2013, roars with confrontational vocals
and a hard blues edge. All three members contribute charisma and a unique
musical spark while frontwoman Angel Bond captivates with a mix of aggression
and vulnerability. Its fittingly paired with locals Hungry Girl and Grown Up
Avenger Stuff.
Tedeschi Trucks Band/Sharon Jones & the Dap Kings
Wednesday 6:30 p.m., Uptown Amphitheatre, 1000 NC Music
Factory Blvd., $32.50-$99.50, www.livenation.com
The husband and wife duo have made a go of this traveling family
affair that fans of both longed for. The Wheels of Soul lineup boasts the
couple’s 11-piece band and support acts retro soul showstoppers Sharon Jones
& the Dap Kings and guitarist and current tabloid magnet (Renee Zellweger’s
recent flame) Doyle Bramhall II.
Camila
The Latin Grammy winning pop group led by one of Mexico’s most
prolific hit songwriters Mario Domm - who has written hits for Paulina Rubio,
Thalia, Yuridia, and Alejandra Guzman - released its long-awaited third album,
“Elypse” in 2014. It picked up the Latin Grammy for best contemporary pop vocal
album last fall.
Daddy Issues
Apparently daddy issues are so prevalent that at least three bands lay claim to the name online. The best may be this Greensboro
quintet who trade in gentle vocals, winking feminist lyrics, and surf guitar
that would been at home opening for Speedy Ortiz. It’s joined by fellow female
trio Faye and newish locals Banda Suki.
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