“All the guys who play with me bring to life the whole intent of the song,” he says. “That’s a big part of the connection that happens between all of us [in JJ Grey & Mofro] … and it’s because of the way these guys play the songs. I think that really moves past any language or cultural barriers.” Continue reading A Universal Connection: JJ Grey & Mofro returns to Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
The dawn of a new year often comes with the birth of new beginnings—and new businesses. Pouring across the Port City in 2015 is A Tasting Room, a local online wine club with a similar structure as Total Wine & More but on a much smaller scale. Michael Bevacqua and Anthony Palermo’s concept offers unique and small-production wines delivered right to members’ doorsteps. Bevacqua and … Continue reading POURING ACROSS ILM: NEW YEAR, NEW WINE CLUB ON THE HORIZON
One night a year it is perceived socially acceptable to release our inner freaks from their cages. As children we dress up in costumes and go knocking from door to door, shouting “trick-or-treat” whenever someone appears with candy. When we are thrust into adulthood, our perception of Halloween tends to warp a bit, but costumes are still a must as is celebrating a night of … Continue reading GETTING ZOMBIEFIED: SOUTHERN CULTURE ON THE SKIDS HEADLINE FIFTH ANNUAL ZOMBIEFEST
Since moving to the Port City from Kinston, NC, Clay Whittington has found more opportunity to stretch his range of talents as an actor, singer, songwriter, pianist, and overall entertaining fella. Whittington will perform at Costello’s (211 Princess St.) through March, with his monthly January schedule including the 3rd, 9th and 31st. His “Hymnprov” show is slated for February 9th at Grainger-Hill Performing Arts Center in Kinston; his debut album can be purchased through iTunes, Amazon and Google Play. Continue reading Faith in Talent: Clay Whittington lands standing gig at Costello’s through March
While The Infamous Stringdusters are no strangers to our fair Port City, it is their deep connection with Colorado that has them coming back to us this Saturday. Since releasing their new EP in November, “Road To Boulder,” featuring Bruce Hornsby on the accordion, the ‘Dusters have taken to the road with Colorado band Paper Bird, for their Road To Boulder tour. “Road To Boulder” … Continue reading One Big, Happy ‘Jamily’: The Infamous Stringdusters return for live show
TONIGHT’S SHOW HAS BEEN MOVED TO BROOKLYN ARTS CENTER It’s hard to imagine bluegrass being embraced and even thriving outside its original Appalachian upbringing. Yet, Yonder Mountain String Band, founded more than a decade ago by a few of our Yankee brothers, help expand the genre with progressive and inventive mixtures of rock. The latest testament to their craft comes with the release of “YMSB … Continue reading Our Bluegrass Brothers
As a wire coat hanger swung from Senator Thom Goolsby’s locked door at his downtown law office on Monday, July 22nd, protestors waved and chanted, “Never forget!” They wanted to remind passersby of a time when self-administered and illegal abortions were often the only option for women seeking to end a pregnancy. Together, women and men stood against Senator Goolsby’s recent backing of Senate Bill … Continue reading Hanging by a Wire
The CARE Project Documentary Premiere/Fund-raiser Brooklyn Arts Center • 516 N. 4th St. 9/23, 6:30 p.m. • $35 adv/$40 at door http://www.thecareproject.me W hen couples find out they’re having a baby, I’m told there’s a clash of emotions. First, there’s excitement over creating a little “mini-me”—sure to become the next boy or girl wonder, saving the world in various ways. Immediately, anxiety follows—for the hope … Continue reading The Care Project
Brunswick County Intercultural Festival Brunswick Community College Odell Williamson Auditorium 9/10, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Free! The most invaluable experiences are those that expose us to the unfamiliarity of other cultures. There are few, if any things, I am more proud of than my two years living on an island in the South Pacific. As a Peace Corps volunteer in the Kingdom of … Continue reading Forever Evolving
Man of La Mancha Thalian Hall, main stage 310 Chestnut St. 8/31-9/4, 9/9-11; 8 p.m. Sun. matinees, 3 p.m. •$23-$25 http://www.thalianhall.org pedlamps.org It’s a story that has been told and retold in many ways—a true classic, where our heroes are optimistic and imaginative, even if pitted against cynicism. Don Quixote has been conceived in literature, movies and even TV shows, including on PBS’s “Wishbone” (”two … Continue reading Hope, Even in Fear:
Shannon Rae Gentry 