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Wednesday, July 13, 2011
News / Concert Announcement Rock the Bells with Raekwon and Ghostface
Posted By Contributing Intern on Wed, Jul 13, 2011 at 9:54 AM
This Friday, tickets go on sale for Rock The Bells at the Fillmore Charlotte. The hip-hop show features Mobb Deep and Wu-Tang legends Raekwon and Ghostface. The duo released OB4CL2 back in 2009 and are still rapping over smooth beats and keeping a raw lyrical edge. Check out Live Nation for tickets to the Sept. 17 show.
News Lil Wayne offers new mixtape
Posted By Jeff Hahne on Wed, Jul 13, 2011 at 9:45 AM
Since his newest album has been delayed, Lil Wayne is offering a free mixtape download to hold fans over until The Carter IV hits the streets.
You can download Sorry 4 The Wait here.
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Concert Announcement Identity Festival offering Wednesday deal
Posted By Contributing Intern on Tue, Jul 12, 2011 at 7:00 PM
Get a ticket to Identity Festival for only $20 for a limited time. The electronic music-exclusive festival showcases the Crystal Method, Pretty Lights, Kaskade, and DJ Shadow.
The offer lasts 20 hours starting at 9 a.m. on Wednesday the 13th. Check out the official website and event box office to snag a cheaper ticket.
News My Morning Jacket meets the Muppets
Posted By Jeff Hahne on Tue, Jul 12, 2011 at 1:38 PM
I'm not the biggest My Morning Jacket fan — for me, the verdict is still out. There are songs I really enjoy and others that make me yawn. However, the band just took a big notch up when I heard their latest cover.
Head over to Spin.com to hear My Morning Jacket's cover of "Our Town," a song from Emmit Otter's Jug Band Christmas. The song will be featured on an album of bands covering songs from the Jim Henson songbook, due Aug. 23.
The movie was a favorite of mine from childhood and the band does sweet justice to the humble tune. Well done, guys!
News Black Eyed Peas rumors swirling
Posted By Jeff Hahne on Tue, Jul 12, 2011 at 12:56 PM
A quick search online for Black Eyed Peas today gets you a whole bunch of rumors. Some say the band is breaking up due to the ego of Will.i.am, some say the band is taking an indefinite break to focus on solo careers, some say Fergie has left the band to have a baby...
What is the truth? Who knows, at this point. Fergie told a recent crowd in England that the show would be the last they play for a long time... which leans toward the indefinite hiatus theory.
At this point, I'd say it's anybody's guess what the future holds. They've taken a break before, so this wouldn't be anything new.
New Releases This week's new releases (7/12/2011)
Posted By Jeff Hahne on Tue, Jul 12, 2011 at 12:49 PM
Here's a quick rundown of what's new in stores this week:
Alkaline Trio Damnesia
Colbie Caillat All of You
Kasey Chambers Little Bird
Fair to Midland Arrows & Anchors
Incubus If Not Now, When?
Blake Shelton Red River Blue
Sublime with Rome Yours Truly
Theory of a Deadman The Truth Is...
George Thorogood and the Destroyers 2120 South Michigan Ave
Yes Fly From Here
Live Reviews Live review: Do Work Fest
Posted By Jenny Lou Bement on Tue, Jul 12, 2011 at 10:18 AM
Do Work Fest f. Thought Criminals, Monarchist, Angwish, MC Cataclysm, 21st Century Goliath, When It Hits, The New Empires, Coming Dawn, Salted Slugs
Tremont Music Hall
July 9, 2011
The Deal: After frequenting the Milestone over the years, I have come to get to know all of the regulars in a “Cheers” like fashion. One of these regulars is Kyle Perkins of 25 Minutes to Go, one of the most kindhearted individuals I've ever met. About a month ago, Kyle and I were talking and he mentioned that he wanted to set up a benefit show, trying to bring people together for a good cause. If anyone had the ambition to do it, I knew it would be him and before I knew it, he had booked Do Work Fest for July 9 at Tremont Music Hall to benefit the victims of Joplin's tornado disaster. The line up kept growing and growing and it became an amalgamation of different musicians and artists ready to raise some money for some people who lost everything. Completely stoked for the cause, I decided to join the cause and wrestle for the Gore Gore Luchadores in an attempt to raise as much money as possible.
Concert Announcement Motley Crue tonight (7/12/11)
Posted By Jeff Hahne on Tue, Jul 12, 2011 at 9:19 AM
The '80s bad boys are still out on the road singing classic tunes. While Vince Neil's voice has gotten a bit whiny, Tommy Lee is still a madman behind the drum kit. This time around, his drum set does a 360-degree loop during his solo — and one lucky crowd member gets to go along for the ride. Ah, nostalgia. $40-$122.15. Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre. www.livenation.com.
Monday, July 11, 2011
Giveaway / News Win Taking Back Sunday tickets and more!
Posted By Jeff Hahne on Mon, Jul 11, 2011 at 1:48 PM
We're giving away a Taking Back Sunday prize pack to one random, lucky winner. The band is playing at the Fillmore Charlotte on Thursday, July 14, and we've got two tickets, a copy of the new CD, a band t-shirt and some other miscellaneous schwag all for the one random person who is selected.
Here's the deal — simply leave a comment on this blog via valid e-mail address with the name of your favorite Taking Back Sunday song. Want a second entry in the contest? Send out a Twitter message with a link to this contest and tag it with #charlottemusic and #TakingBackSunday. We'll select a random winner on Wednesday morning at 11 a.m.
You can also win a chance at seeing the band perform three songs during soundcheck here via Coca-Cola presents Taking Back Sunday Secret Soundcheck access.
Good luck!
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