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musicSPARK Call for Talent is open!
By: Stephanie Brinson, musicSPARK organizer
musicSPARK is looking for local (based in NC), emerging artists of all musical genres to play our festival. musicSPARK Call for Talent is open through June 17.
Hierosonic Returns To Raleigh NC
By: NC Local Music
Hierosonic returns to Raleigh with summer dates at Deep South The Bar and The Pour House Music House.
Free Concert by Jeff Little Trio in Cary on May 11
By: PineCone
The Jeff Little Trio will perform a free concert in Cary's Sertoma Amphitheatre on Saturday, May 11.
Free Mother's Day Concerts at NC Museum of History
By: PineCone
Celebrate Mother's Day at the North Carolina Museum of History with free music presented by PineCone and the Triangle Philharmonic Association.
The Grass Cats perform as part of Neuse River Greenway Trail Dedication 4/25/2013
By: PineCone
Free and open to the public - greenway trail dedication will feature live bluegrass music, food trucks, kids activities and more!
They Might Be Giants w/ Moon Hooch - Cat's Cradle
By: Chris Dunbar
It all comes down to the fact that TMBG are and have always been a group of showmen presenting a three-ring circus of spacey rock songs that know no equal.
A Night With A Motown Master
By: Sheryl Bryant
Smokey Robinson's career spans over 4 decades. He has received numerous awards including the Grammy Living Legend Award, NARAS Lifetime Achievement Award, Honorary Doctorate (Howard University), Kennedy Center Honors and the National Medal of Arts Award from the President of the United States. He has also been inducted into the Rock 'n' Roll and the Songwriters' Hall of Fame.
Haggard Studios - Affordable, Quality Rehearsal and Recording Studios
Press Release
At Haggard Studios, affordability and quality go hand-in-hand
Will McBride Group to open for Multi-platinum band SmashMouth
Press Release
Will McBride Group continues to garner attention from national promoters and national acts.
The Triangle Jazz Scene
By: Mark Winston
Everything in the Triangle seems to be growing at a rapid clip. The Triangle Jazz Scene is no exception. This article features 3 prominent local acts; where they play, as well as and other Jazzworthy information.
Marty Stuart and the Fabulous Superlatives Bring Down the House at the Clayton Center
By: Sheryl Bryant
The fans showed up in big numbers. They came to hang out with the self-described "High Octane Hillbilly Band of Marty Stuart and the Fabulous Superlatives and they all left happy!
Judy Collins: A Folk Legend's Nostalgic Journey
By: Sheryl Bryant
The ArtsCenter was literally standing room only as Judy Collins and her acoustic guitar lit up the stage in the first segment of her show. Still charming and quite lovely, her long white hair glistened much like her personality.
7th Annual Cabin Fever Throwdown: Benefit for Hospice of Wake County
By: Sheryl Bryant
Since 1979, Hospice of Wake County has provided compassionate end-of-life care for many local families. This concert was a pay it forward gesture and event to return the love.
The Beyer Benefit featuring the William Peace University Singers
By: Sheryl Bryant
Thanks to Pastor John Michael McAllister for creating a sense of community that lives within the Trinity United Methodist Church
Clockwork Kids Neo-Psychedelic Rock
By: Shelley DeBlase of AU COURANT Magazine
Clockwork Kids are an alternative rock band from Chapel Hill, North Carolina formed in February 2012 by lead singer/songwriter and bass guitarist Justin Ellis.
One on One with Lukas Nelson
By: Ike Riddick
Lukas Nelson and Promise of the Real are about to be "on the road again" as they join forces with his infamous father Willie at the Durham Performing Arts Center for the first stop on a new 2013 tour. Recently I caught up with Lukas for an exclusive rMIA interview.
Chris Hendricks Band releases Meant to Survive
By: Mark Winston
Singer songwriter Chris Hendricks might be best known for penning the song 'Noise' that was selected by the NHL Carolina Hurricanes as their theme song for the 2011-2012 season. The band will be opening for Carbon leaf at the Cat's Cradle on January 19th.
The End of an Era: Volume 11 Turns Down the Music
By: Sue Hardee
Raleigh’s most popular heavy metal venue, Volume 11 Tavern, which opened in January 2007, will close its doors on January 1, 2013.
The Backsliders: Back in the Business of Purebred Honky Tonk Rock and Roll
By: Sheryl Bryant
There was an excited crowd anxiously awaiting The Backsliders as they slid into the Pour House to a venue packed at full capacity.
Bill West Reopens Historic Hillsborough Music Venue: Introducing the Billsborough Music Hall
By: Chris Dunbar
You are invited to witness a space that is not unlike numerous venues one can encounter walking down Broadway in Music City. With Billsborough, West is building something unique to the area and it all starts with the music.
Maya Sings, a Young Artist on the Rise
By: NC Local Music
An inspiring 14 year old singer/actress from Danbury NC, Maya has an amazing voice and is an original songwriter. Maya Sings won “Youth Artist Of The Year” at the Carolina Music Awards, as well as the Band Competition at the Shakori Hills Music Festival
America’s Got Talent
Press Release
Get a leg up on the competition by attending Raleigh’s acoustic open mic at the Pickled Onion where you will receive a free video of your performance.
MerleFest Chris Austin Songwriting Contest
Press Release
Now in its 21st year, the contest is an opportunity for aspiring writers to have their original songs heard and judged by a panel of Nashville music industry professionals.
The Old 97's Too Far To Care Tour
By: Sheryl Bryant
The Old 97's promote their new CD with a stop at the Cats Cradle in Carrboro on Saturday, October 27.
The 2012 Triangle Blues Challenge
By: Sheryl Bryant
Sherman Lee Dillon Takes First Prize in The Solo Competition and The Rhonda Robichaux Band Wins Best Band!
In the club of highly acclaimed and well renowned musicians, Mr. Leon Russell is a charter member
By: Sheryl Bryant
Each original, cover, and medley Leon Russell performed was delivered with his signature Okie drawl and a special dust bowl twist.
Apple was passionate, powerful, and entertaining!
By: Angiee Nelson
Banging away on her black baby grand piano any chance she got, an amazingly raw and talented Fiona Apple at The Durham Performing Arts Center.
Meet the Meteor Metal Geeks from the Bull City
By: Sheryl Bryant
When Earths Collide, three nefarious supervillains step out of the capsule of their Starship just long enough to make some music for their humanoid friends and fans.
Hot, Blue, and Righteous
By: Sheryl Bryant
On October 10, 2012 ZZ Top will bring 40+ years of hit songs to the Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC)
Rockstar Energy Drink Creates “Uproar” at Raleigh's Time Warner Cable Pavilion
By: Sue Hardee
On a picture perfect Tuesday afternoon, metal heads from all over the state united over a day of live music. Rockstar Energy Drink's annual Uproar Festival!
My Morning Jacket: Radiating the Rock at the Raleigh Amphitheater
By: Sheryl Bryant
In a magical blend, My Morning Jacket cooks up a stew of psychedelic hard rock with some heavy folk and a chunk of indie. Throwing in a pinch of Southern rock, it too is tasty.
Raleigh Music Gram
By: Timothy Martin Daher
The Raleigh Music Gram is geared to helping local Raleigh musicians and their fans come together and give them the tools to position themselves for success.
I Rocked and Rolled All Night at MusicSPARK’S ImpersoNATION!
By: Sue Hardee

Presented by MusicSPARK, a division of Raleigh’s SparkCon, ImpersoNATION brought our fine city a night of rock and roll that will go down in my personal history as one of the best live shows I’ve witnessed.

Bring It On Home Documentary seeking funding on KICKSTARTER
Press Release
This film's purpose is to first and foremost celebrate the music that was coming out of NC during the 80's.
Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival in Atlanta Georgia.
By: Hunter Elliott
Raleigh Music was invited to cover the The Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival at Aaron's Amphitheater at Lakewood! This years festival featured bands such as The Devil Wears Prada, Anthrax, As I Lay Dying, Motorhead, and Slayer.
Motrendus this Saturday July 28 @ Deep South
Press Release
Carolina Music Awards Nominee for Best Rock Band Motrendus along with Jazzed Up Hooligans, Infinity Zend, Driftwood Miracle and Solar Bears: a night of kick ass original hard rockin' entertainment!
Showcasing: Volume 11 Tavern
By: Sheryl Bryant
Tucked inconspicuously among the industrial buildings along Maywood Avenue in historic “Caraleigh” lies Raleigh’s closest rendition of CBGB’s.
Lizzie O wins 2012 Carolina Music Awards Best Youth Artist of the Year
Press Release
13 year old Indie Recording Artist and Wake County Student Lizzie O'Briant receives People’s Choice Best Youth Artist of the Year for her album “One Chance”
Triangle Blues Society Talent Competition
By: Dave Brainard
Calling all North Carolina Blues Acts who want a shot at representing the Triangle at the 2013 International Blues Challenge in Memphis TN
Covering the tracks with Railroad Earth's John Skehan
By: Sheryl Bryant
The Lincoln Theater and Sweetwater Brewery present Railroad Earth June 20th, 2012 Proceeds from the show benefit our local waterkeepers.
Exclusive interview with award winning blues guitarist and songwriter Mike Zito
By: Ike Riddick
Please join me on Father's Day, June 17 for an intimate evening of blues and music "royalty" as Royal Southern Brotherhood takes the stage in Carrboro at The ArtsCenter.
musicSPARK Call for Talent is open!
Press Release
SPARKcon's mission is to support and provide opportunities for artists and connect the community to the arts. This festival gives an unusual opportunity to be directly involved with a public art project in downtown Raleigh.
Beware of Some Battle of the Bands Competitions
By: Mark Winston
Bands are contacted through social network sites to compete against other area bands for prizes. These shows typically require bands to sell tickets. We have had complaints that musicians are being exploited.
IBMA Moves World of Bluegrass Conference to Raleigh for 2013-2015
By: PineCone-Piedmont Council of Traditional Music
On Wednesday, May 16, officials from IBMA and the City of Raleigh announced the IBMA's plans to move its World of Bluegrass events to Raleigh beginning in 2013.
Liberate Your Inner Animal With ALO @The Lincoln Theatre 5/17
By: Ike Riddick
Want to liberate your body, soul, and mind? Feel like listening to some laid back funk rock with a twist of psychedelic groove thrown in for good measure? Click on link to come inside for an exclusive interview with Zach Gill.
Carolina Rebellion 2012 Rockingham
By: Chris Baird
2012 Carolina Rebellion breaks attendance record with over 30,000 fans
Top Flight Announces EP Release Date, Drop Party, and Tour
By: Xander Link
Be the first to hear the new EP at the EPidemic Tour Kickoff on May 26th at the Garner Performing Arts Center
Mayor Nancy McFarlane announces Downtown Raleigh's new free summer concert series.
By: Amy Cox
OC7 features notable local and regional bands along with local and craft beers. There are three bands per event. The genres will include Americana, Indie Rock, Folk Rock, and Bluegrass.
Drew Questell: The Prodigy from Southern Wake
By: Sheryl Bryant
It is always fun to cover a local artist who deserves individual recognition. The story of Andrew Thomas Questell, II, is truly an inspirational journey.
Carolina Music Awards Nominations Hitting Record Numbers
By: Jeannie Wainwright
The focus of the Carolina Music Awards is to recognize regional artists in Rock, Hip Hop, Country and R&B. Fans are engaged in a nomination dog fight making it a tough decision for the industry panel to select finalists for an award.

 
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