Rambling Ways: David Menconi’s New Book about Rounder Records
The longtime North Carolina music writer tells the history of an influential Americana music label in his new book, Oh, Didn’t They Ramble.
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It’s All One Big Story: David Menconi’s Career of Listening
A long-time music writer for The News & Observer, David Menconi’s new book shares an inside look at North Carolina’s music scene.
Where the Heart Is: Reuben Vincent Finds Inspiration in NC
The Charlotte hip-hop artist talks the release of his latest album, Welcome Home, and the search for authenticity in the music industry
Playing the Hits at The Great Cover Up
Locals or legends? A long-running tradition at Kings invites area musicians to show up on stage in disguise, for a good cause.
WALTER’s Top Stories of 2025
This year, our readers most-read stories spoke to international travel, local live music, culture and creatives.
A Year in Songs: 10 Landmark Tracks from NC Artists
From creative collaborations to personal tributes, North Carolina musicians were busy in 2025 making a solid cannon of music.
That Kind of Guy: Musician Peter Holsapple
This talent on the keyboard and guitar has played with everyone from R.E.M to Hootie and the Blowfish. His latest album is The Face of 68
Racing Ahead at the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame
The Curb Museum of Music and Motorsports in Kannapolis is a true Old North State experience that shows of Grammys, guitars and… cars!
Cosmic Americana: Meet Blue Cactus
Steph Stewart and Mario Arnez, who are scheduled to play at Hopscotch 2025 , have evolved their take on country music
Hard Stop: Musician Tre. Charles
The Durham R&B and alternative rock artist creates ethereal. layered soundscapes on his current most recent album, Here We Are
WALTER Magazine Wins Multiple NCPA Awards
The winning submissions included articles that highlighted feature writing, community coverage and feature photography.
Chill Factor: A North Carolina Summer Playlist
A mostly upbeat but sometimes mellow mix of tunes featuring Southern musicians, from Doc & Merle Watson to Wes Collins.
Ever After: Checking in on The Connells’ Cult Classic
The 1993 music video to “’74-’75” featured members of Broughton High School’s Class of 1975. We reached out to see what they’re up to now.
A Piano Man: Phil Cook’s Intimate New Album
The longtime Triangle musician’s latest record, Appalachia Borealis, is deceptively simple — and showcases some of his most personal work