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Thursday, April 12, 2012
Videos J. Cole releases video for 'Sideline Story'
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Thu, Apr 12, 2012 at 11:42 AM
North Carolina native J. Cole released a video yesterday for one of the tracks from his latest album, Cole World: The Sideline Story. Check it out:
From LifeandTimes.com, where the video first premiered:
Directed by Axel Laramee and Adam Roy, the clip documents Cole's international 2011 tour, capturing the song's straightforward production and lyrics, representing the journey Cole has taken with the release of his first album and setting the stage for his follow up.
The video features shots from J. Cole's travels and tour stops all over the world, including Paris, Berlin, Copenhagen and London. What do you think?
J. Cole will be back in Charlotte in concert with Drake, Meek Mill, Waka Flocka Flame, 2 Chainz, French Montana on May 19 at Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre. Get your tickets here.
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Live Reviews / setlist Live review: Safetysuit, Ovens Auditorium, 4/9/2012
Posted By Alison Angel on Wed, Apr 11, 2012 at 4:38 PM
Daughtry w/ Safetysuit
Ovens Auditorium
April 9, 2012
When SafetySuit began its eight-song opening set for Daughtry on April 9, 2012, it was clear from the opening notes that the majority of the Ovens Auditorium crowd had no clue who the band was.
Most in attendance stared quizzically at the stage as the band members walked out and began rocking a song from their new album, These Times. Safetysuit's brand of pop-rock combines strong-and-steady guitar melodies with tear-jerking vocals, producing an almost ethereal sound while still being catchy enough for radio.
By the time the band launched into the next song - fan-favorite "Something I Said" - they managed to stir up some activity in the crowd, as if they were the main event.
Frontman Doug Brown thrashed around so much there was fear he'd throw his back out. Brown would find a way to wring every last ounce of emotion out of each lyric while sinking down to his knees and singing his heart out to a crowd that was initially indifferent.
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Monday, April 9, 2012
Videos Deniro Farrar releases "Play No Games" video
Posted By Jeff Hahne on Mon, Apr 9, 2012 at 3:56 PM
Charlotte rapper Deniro Farrar released a video for his Ryan Hemsworth-produced song, "Play No Games," from Farrar's album Destiny.Altered today. The video was shot in NoDa.
Deniro Farrar "Play No Games" Produced by Ryan Hemsworth from BLACK FLAG RECORDS on Vimeo.
Concert Announcement Concert announcement: Fresh Music Festival
Posted By Jeff Hahne on Mon, Apr 9, 2012 at 1:06 PM
The Fresh Music Festival is coming to Time Warner Cable Arena on July 1, 2012. Performers include Charlotte R&B duo K-Ci & JoJo, R&B singer Keith Sweat, the original human beatbox Doug E. Fresh, new jack swingers Guy and female R&B group SWV. ... Are we sure they should be calling this lineup "fresh"? We'll assume it's only a reference to Doug E.
Tickets go on sale on April 16.
Photos / Live Reviews / setlist Live review: Red Hot Chili Peppers, Time Warner Cable Arena, 4/6/2012
Posted By Jeff Hahne on Mon, Apr 9, 2012 at 10:54 AM
Red Hot Chili Peppers w/ Santigold
Time Warner Cable Arena
April 6, 2012
I believe most Red Hot Chili Peppers fans fall into one of two groups - those who started listening before "Under the Bridge" and those who discovered the band because of the radio hit. The first camp believes nothing the band released after Blood Sugar Sex Magik has come close to the glory of the early years. The other camp loves every radio-friendly, pop-leaning tune they come out with and thinks the band is in their prime.
The last time I caught the Chili Peppers live it was 20 years ago, shortly after the release of "Under the Bridge." When the band played the song live at 1992's Lollapalooza festival in Scranton, Pa., a mosh pit started in defiance of the mellow undertones. Fast forward to the April 6, 2012, concert at Charlotte's Time Warner Cable Arena and "Under the Bridge" was clearly the favorite song, boasting the night's loudest sing along. Personally, I used the time to check my e-mail.
Aside from a strong distaste for one song, I headed into the concert with an open mind and was pleasantly surprised. The Red Hot Chili Peppers have all of the energy they used to exude, but it's now done in different ways. Singer Anthony Kiedis, 49, still finds time to dance, but his wild side has calmed down a bit. Drummer Chad Smith, 50, still appears to have an absolute blast behind the kit - throwing sticks to the crowd and making faces at people - and bassist Flea is as crazy as ever - evidenced by his random comments and stories, walking across the stage on his hands and constant jumping around. As for new guitarist Josh Klinghoffer - more on him in a moment.
Sunday, April 8, 2012
Saturday, April 7, 2012
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