Michael McDermott
Hailed early on by Stephen King as a new Springsteen and having
since lived a wild life that inspired the film “Rounders” (its screenwriter
gave him his first deal), the once down and out Chicago born singer-songwriter
is on an upswing having raised over $50,000 for his next album with his band
the Westies via Kickstarter.
A Night with Charlotte Legends
The trio of Donna Duncan, Gigi Dover, and Lenny Federal open this
ongoing series showcasing the city’s strong musical roots with artists that
built the local scene and have been playing here for decades. The first night
focuses on three staples in blues, Americana and soul.
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Milestone owner Jonathan Hughes (25 Minutes to Go/HU/LK) and his rock
n’ roll fashionista wife Stephanie make adorably sexy, lo-fi keytar pop -
having purchased the totally `80s instrument after a big tip from Ke$ha no less
- in this electronic duo. They celebrate the release of their ton-of-fun first
album.
Pullman Strike
The Charlotte roots rock quintet celebrates the release of its
second album, “Silver Lining,” a classic country-rock effort built on lonesome
pedal steel, earnest delivery, shuffles and waltzes with complementary guitar
picking that adds color and texture with echoes of Drive-By Truckers, Ryan
Adams, and Fleetwood Mac.
Radok Fest
Greevace, Lavamouth, gogo Pilot, Pig F****r, and David Childers
pay tribute to the Creative Loafing photographer Chris Radok on the anniversary
of his death. Radok, who was known for his music photography and shot for the
publication for many years, was murdered during a break-in at his home in
January 2011.
Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra
This 12-piece New Zealand ensemble started by Flight of the
Conchords’ Ben McKenzie has drawn global attention for its loose, humorous
stage show, choir-like harmonies and inventive multi-ukulele renditions of Justin
Timberlake, Kings of Leon, Prince, Dolly Parton and Toto songs.
The Independents/Black Cat Attack
It’s hard to think of a better indie horror punk pairing than the
Carolina-based stalwarts the Independents and Ontario’s Black Cat Attack. Both
make charging, dark and catchy punk. The former was managed by Joey Ramone
before his death and the latter features female singer Valerie Knox.
The Whigs
Since blasting out of Athens with a nerdy garage rock swagger in
2005, the trio has become one of the hardest working American rock bands touring
clubs and releasing consistently good albums that show slow growth and maturity
while never hampering the original energy. Its latest is its fifth album,
“Modern Creation.”
Jarekus Singleton
A former college basketball star and rapper who formed his blues
combo the year an injury ended a potential career in sports, the Mississippi
electric blues guitarist merges innovation through his mix of rock, blues, and
hip-hop played on unique custom Clevenger cut-out guitars while carrying the
tradition of B.B. King and Muddy Waters. The above video features footage from Charlotte's Double Door Inn.
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