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Wednesday, December 3, 2008
News Music editor does radio
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Wed, Dec 3, 2008 at 5:18 PM
Ever wonder what music editor Jeff Hahne sounds like in real life? Here's your chance to swoon over his voice ladies — he'll be talking about all things music on WSGE-91.7 FM tomorrow morning. Catch him at 9:40 a.m.
WSGE is a community college-owned, community-oriented public radio station playing an eclectic blend of alternative country, alternative rock, alternative bluegrass, singer-songwriter blues, jazz, gospel, beach and shag music.
News Coldplay not splitting
Posted By Anita Overcash on Wed, Dec 3, 2008 at 5:16 PM
For fans of the British alternative rock group Coldplay it is a time to rejoice (for the rest of you: a time to start sulking), as front man Chris Martin, who recently implied the band might be breaking up at the end of 2009, now says they won't be splitting after all. Originally Martin stated, "I'm 31 now and I don't think bands should keep going past 33," but now he's saying the statement had more to do with time management and the band's tight deadlines for musical projects. He just said the following according to Rolling Stone magazine: "I don't think we'll ever split up, but we have to do a lot before we're 33." Read more here.
On another note, vocalist Liam Gallagher of Oasis just stated "I don't give a shit about Coldplay." Read about it here.
Concert Announcement / News The end of Dead End Parking
Posted By Jeff Hahne on Wed, Dec 3, 2008 at 12:40 PM
Ever wanted to see some funk mixed with jazz, a splash of rock added in set up in some kind of odd jam-band-type setting? That's one way to look at Dead End Parking, and if you ever wanted to see the Charlotte band live - tonight's your last chance!
The band will offer up two full sets tonight starting at 9 p.m. at The Double Door Inn. There are also rumors of some special guests who might drop by.
Charlotte Live Music Society members get in free — otherwise, it's $7 at the door.
From a message posted at the band's MySpace page: "It's been one hell of a run guys and we can't tell you how much we've appreciated the love and support CLMS, The Double Door Inn, The Neighborhood Theatre, bands we've played with, and our fans have shown us. We want our last scheduled event to be right where it all started, with the people who have always been there for us. Due to personal endevours, we regret that we will no longer be scheduling dates. We still love playing together and playing for you...... our fans. We aren't saying we'll never get together for the occasional gig, but after December 3rd we'll no longer be a working/touring act."
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Tuesday, December 2, 2008
QC After Dark / News Coming soon — A theater near you...
Posted By Brittney Cason on Tue, Dec 2, 2008 at 5:04 PM
Well, that is, if you live Uptown.
But not only do Uptown residents no longer have to trek it to Phillip’s Place to catch a flick — Charlotteans no longer have to trek it from restaurant to cinema because the EpiCentre is opening both a movie theater and a place to eat, stay, and play… Mez, an upscale restaurant where you can fine wine and dine.
But between the EpiCentre Theater and Mez, we no longer have to sneak the outlawed outside food and beverages into a movie, because you can take your meal and cocktail from Mez into the theater. Now that’s what I call dinner and a movie.
Mez and the EpiCentre Theaters are opening next weekend and I’m giving away VIP passes for the grand opening party on Dec. 12.
All you have to do is e-mail me. That, and keep reading...
New Releases / News This week's new releases (12/2/2008)
Posted By Jeff Hahne on Tue, Dec 2, 2008 at 11:21 AM
Here's a quick rundown of some of the big names releasing albums this week:
Akon Freedom
Panic at the Disco Live in Chicago
Britney Spears Circus
Neil Young Sugar Mountain-Live At Canterbury House 1968
News / Concert Announcement 'Roo News
Posted By Jeff Hahne on Tue, Dec 2, 2008 at 11:01 AM
The 2009 edition of Bonnaroo will be held on June 11-14 with ticket pre-sales beginning on Dec. 4. No bands have been announced yet, but if you keep up with this blog, you'll know there are plenty of good ones to be seen!
Monday, December 1, 2008
Concert Announcement / News Face 2 Face Tour headed to Charlotte
Posted By Jeff Hahne on Mon, Dec 1, 2008 at 6:00 PM
The Elton John & Billy Joel Face 2 Face Tour will make a stop at the Time Warner Cable Arena on Saturday, March 7.
Tickets go on sale on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 10 a.m. at Ticketmaster, ticketmaster.com, livenation.com, the Arena box office or by phone at (704) 522-6500.
News Creed to reunite
Posted By Jeff Hahne on Mon, Dec 1, 2008 at 4:24 PM
A story at Billboard.com states that rockers Creed are planning a reunion tour in 2009. The band last performed in 2004 before singer Scott Stapp went on to a solo career that fizzled out quickly and the other guys formed Alter Bridge that had limited success.
I guess they got tired of singing the song of a career that goes nowhere and will get back together. The band sold 26.1 million albums — though I'd debate that most of their songs sounded the same.
The article says that sources close to the situation say there are significant dollars on the table. The question is — do any of their former fans still care? To me, they were the second coming of Winger — it may have sounded good at the time, but then they became the butt of endless jokes.
News Hawthorne Heights and Emery in Charlotte tomorrow
Posted By Anita Overcash on Mon, Dec 1, 2008 at 1:16 PM
Emo hardcore rockers Hawthorne Heights will be in Charlotte tomorrow night (Tues., Dec. 2), along with the hardcore rock band Emery for performances at Visulite Theatre. Tickets are $20. Doors open at 6 p.m.; show starts at 8:45 p.m. Watch the music video for Emery's "Party Song" below:
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