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ANOTHER SIDE OF THE STORY: Paul Sanchez returns to Bourgie Nights with a new album

There’s a certain circular cosmic motion to being a New Orleanian for singer-songwriter and guitarist Paul Sanchez and his music. From early on in life, Sanchez knew he would be a songwriter. Today he embraces it with a funkiness and sashay in New Orleans sound that isn’t in any other city. “I like to bring the listener into the world of the song,” Sanchez explains. … Continue reading ANOTHER SIDE OF THE STORY: Paul Sanchez returns to Bourgie Nights with a new album

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AWESOMELY AWKWARD: Durham’s The Affectionates plan a stopover in Wilmington this weekend

With more than a half-dozen band members, The Affectionates out of Durham, NC, have a unique collection of sounds amongst them. Their animated music video for “I Pick You,” off of their 2016 EP “What To Build, Who To Destroy,” is somewhat indicative of their music’s whimsical nature and marriage of lo-fi, electronica, folk, and indie-rock. It pays a bit of homage to their NC … Continue reading AWESOMELY AWKWARD: Durham’s The Affectionates plan a stopover in Wilmington this weekend

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UNTIL IT CLICKS: The Menders head to Reggie’s for weekend show

Hear some of The Menders latest work this weekend at Reggie’s 42nd Street Tavern, also featuring Slomo Dingo and The Halves. Upon release in February, The Menders’ latest record “Nina” will also be available for purchase at shows as CDs or online at themendersnc.com. Continue reading UNTIL IT CLICKS: The Menders head to Reggie’s for weekend show

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FROM MOTOWN TO CAROLINAS: Elise Testone will play The Whiskey the day after Thanksgiving

“We are just so happy to spend Thanksgiving in Wilmington and then play music and celebrate with the city the next day,” singer-songwriter Elise Testone says of touring throughout the holidays. Testone and her band will play at The Whiskey in downtown Wilmington this Friday, Nov. 25, at 10 p.m. “You can dance off all that turkey,” Testone quips, “with the grooves and soul that … Continue reading FROM MOTOWN TO CAROLINAS: Elise Testone will play The Whiskey the day after Thanksgiving

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SHOWING SOME MUSCLE: Rob Aldridge brings a price of Muscle Shoals to Port City’s Bourgie Nights

Lots of rock and soul has come out of Muscle Shoals, Alabama. A great deal of musical history can be attributed to Muscle Shoals Sound Studio and FAME Studio. The Rolling Stones, Etta James, Eric Clapton, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Allman Brothers, and countless others have emerged with nothing less than career bests and golden records. Alabama singer-songwriter Rob Aldridge grew up about an hour east … Continue reading SHOWING SOME MUSCLE: Rob Aldridge brings a price of Muscle Shoals to Port City’s Bourgie Nights

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VISION OF SOUND: Visual/Sound/Walls continues to grow with Cucalorus Film Festival

This year’s Visual/Sound/Walls portion of the 22nd annual Cucalorus Film Festival is its most robust yet. With 36 videos, it features just as many (or more) talented regional, national and international musicians and performing artists as filmmakers. Curator, event coordinator and all-around music-video enthusiast Johnny Gray says each video will transition beautifully on the screen—with help from projectionist Matt Hedt, technical coordinator Aaron Cavazos, and … Continue reading VISION OF SOUND: Visual/Sound/Walls continues to grow with Cucalorus Film Festival

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THE LAST OF AN ERA? ‘Gip’ documentary showcases unique tale of bluesman and his juke joint

Patrick Sheehan’s new documentary, “Gip,” which is scheduled to show at the 22nd annual Cucalorus Film Festival on Friday, Nov. 11, uncovers the story of bluesman Henry ‘Gip’ Gipson and his beloved Gip’s Place. Continue reading THE LAST OF AN ERA? ‘Gip’ documentary showcases unique tale of bluesman and his juke joint

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DREAMING BIG: Onward, Soldiers will debut a new EP at the Carolina Pine Music Festival

Onward, Soldiers are ready to debut a new EP and new originals at the Carolina Pine Music Festival this weekend, along with more than three dozen bands playing at five venues from November 4-6. Continue reading DREAMING BIG: Onward, Soldiers will debut a new EP at the Carolina Pine Music Festival

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FULLY FOCUSED: The Record Company will play Wilmington’s Throne Theater

Originally published in encore magazine, October 26, 2016 “We’re The Record Company and we play rock ‘n’ roll,”  lead singer Chris Vos tells prior to his band’s performances. It’s been his signature greeting to crowds at most shows since their inception in 2011. It’s simple, matter-of-fact, and Vos compares the practice to The Man in Black starting his shows with, “Hello, my name is Johnny … Continue reading FULLY FOCUSED: The Record Company will play Wilmington’s Throne Theater

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SPREADING POSITIVITY: Edge Michael returns to ILM to celebrate Peter Tosh’s birthday

“Now you can’t be everything to everyone, You’ve got to learn to say ‘no.’ Now, how come you’re the one with every solution? You’ve got to learn to say ‘no.’ Now I’m not Superman, I don’t care if you understand. This is where I draw the line, . . . Got to learn to say ‘no.’” It’s not often artists sing to me during interviews, … Continue reading SPREADING POSITIVITY: Edge Michael returns to ILM to celebrate Peter Tosh’s birthday

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