Live Music is BACK! Here’s Who to See this Spring
From jazz in the pines to country at the dragway, we’re thrilled to present this list of in-person, pandemic-style shows in and around Raleigh this spring and early summer.
Tag: Music
The New Normal: Rod Abernethy’s New Album Feels Right of the Moment
Singer-songwriter and guitarist Rod Abernethy has been a Triangle fixture for decades — but his new record couldn’t be more timely.
The Hard Path: Country Musician Rissi Palmer
Country music star Rissi Palmer has created her own success in a genre that hasn’t always been welcoming to Black performers.by David Menconi / photography by Samantha Everette Rissi Palmer wasn’t actually present for her most recent high-profile exposure. It…
The (Annotated) WALTER Holiday Playlist
Evergreen songs one from far and wide—but from right here, too. David Menconi shares his favorite holiday songs from Triangle artists.
Local Live Performances to Enjoy from Virtually Anywhere
We may not be able to hold our phone lighters above our heads as we sway in time to the beat at the Cat’s Cradle or PNC Arena, but there is still a host of live performances available.
An Artivist at Heart: Carly Jones Blends Theater and Activism
Raleigh performer and NC Arts Council member Carly Jones tells us how she balances art and advocacy to aid artists and organizations.
What I’m Listening to: Gene Reinert
Gene Reinert of Guru Guitars shares the playlist of jazz, soul and worship music that’s keeping up his spirits these days.
5 Questions with Reese McHenry
After overcoming four strokes, musician Reese McHenry puts out her latest album, No Dados and discusses the music industry and her work.
The Raleigh Symphony Orchestra Taps the Community to Offer New, Diverse Music
Led by director Jim Waddelow, this local group of musicians and composers performs a range of music.
Now Hear This: A Forward Look at the Music Scene in the Triangle
The Triangle’s commanding a fair amount of attention across a wide range of styles, from bluegrass to hip-hop. Here is some of what to look for in 2020.
Superchunk Revisits Foolish for a 25th Anniversary Celebration
Durham band Superchunk launched a mini tour at Motorco with an acoustic set of a much-loved album.
5 Questions with… Kali Bate, Teenage Author and Violinist
A love of music and desire to give back inspired Kali Bate to write a children’s book with proceeds benefiting KidzNotes. As told to Ayn-Monique Klahre Kali Bate, a sophomore at Cary Academy, is a talented violinist and now an…
Did You Hear? Raleigh Little Theatre’s Groove in the Garden 2019
Raleigh Little Theatre’s Groove in the Garden kicked off its fifth year of live and local music September 21. By Miranda Evon | Photos by Gus Samarco Click to expand slide show. Eight local bands played in Groove in the…
5 Questions With… Paul Schiminger, Executive Director of the International Bluegrass Music Association
Hear from IBMA’s executive director