Review: Marc Maron at the Charleston Music Hall
May 27th, 2015 | by Jessica Mickey
Nowadays, Marc Maron seems to be more revered for his groundbreaking podcast WTF and IFC television series Maron than his […]
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Review and Interview: We Heard the Pixies Roar at the PAC
May 18th, 2015 | by Ballard Lesemann
The Pixies, John Grant North Charleston Performing Arts Center May 11 It’s been a full week since Boston-born alt-rock veterans […]
The Music Farm Welcomes ‘Welcome to Night Vale’
April 1st, 2015 | by Jessica Mickey
On Tuesday night, March 31, the Music Farm switched gears from the usual musical fare, setting up rows of chairs […]
Review: Shakey Graves Entices Fans at the Charleston Music Hall
March 28th, 2015 | by Jay Chapa
Shakey Graves, Nikki Lane Charleston Music Hall March 22 Before I discuss the ever-charming Alejandro Rose-Garcia — a.k.a. Shakey Graves — I […]
Johnny Irion and Sarah Lee Guthrie Mesmerize Theatre 99
March 19th, 2015 | by Ballard Lesemann
Massachusetts-based singer/songwriters Johnny Irion and Sarah Lee Guthrie — a husband-and-wife duo with a talent for blending harmony-laden folk music with […]
Review: Shovels and Rope Dazzle the Hometown Crowd
January 18th, 2015 | by Ballard Lesemann
Shovels and Rope w/ Caroline Rose North Charleston Performing Arts Center Jan. 17 Over the last 10 years (since I […]
Review: John Prine and Jason Isbell Hold Court to an Appreciative Audience
November 9th, 2014 | by Stratton Lawrence
A Songwriting Session with the Masters John Prine and Jason Isbell North Charleston Performing Arts Center Nov. 8 For generations […]
Review: Sarah Jarosz and the Milk Carton Kids at the CMH
October 29th, 2014 | by Jon Santiago
Sarah Jarosz and the Milk Carton Kids Charleston Music Hall Oct. 26 Imagine Great-Grandma’s living room but with an old-timey […]
Review: Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band at the PAC
October 17th, 2014 | by Ballard Lesemann
Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band North Charleston Performing Arts Center Oct. 15 Ringo Starr’s a cheerful chap and a […]
Duane Trucks Steps In for Big Nights with Widespread Panic
October 4th, 2014 | by Stratton Lawrence
Widespread Panic North Charleston Coliseum Night One: Friday, Oct. 3 Widespread Panic kicked off their fall tour in Charleston on […]
Review: The Royal Tinfoil’s Rowdy CD Release at the Pour House
September 15th, 2014 | by Jessica Mickey
The Royal Tinfoil, Blair Crimmins and the Hookers The Pour House Sept. 12 Lily Slay has a problem. Every year, […]
Review: Gillian Welch & Dave Rawlings, Mighty Fine at the Music Hall
April 29th, 2014 | by Jon Santiago
Gillian Welch & Dave Rawlings Charleston Music Hall April 27 Gillian Welch and Dave Rawlings had just come to the end […]
Dances with Daughter: Bandleader Kevin Costner
April 25th, 2014 | by Jon Santiago
Kevin Costner and Modern West North Charleston Performing Arts Center April 23 The last time I saw Kevin Costner and […]
Review: Mike Birbiglia Bir-brings it to the Music Hall
March 31st, 2014 | by Jessica Mickey
Mike Birbiglia Charleston Music Hall March 30 When performing in large theaters, Mike Birbiglia starts his shows with practically zero […]
Review: Jason Isbell and Company Rise Up at the Music Hall
March 26th, 2014 | by Jon Santiago
Jason Isbell, Cory Brannan Charleston Music Hall March 25 Touring behind his critically acclaimed 2013 release Southeastern, Jason Isbell and […]
Review: Jonathan Richman, Low Volume and High Spirit
March 10th, 2014 | by Ballard Lesemann
Jonathan Richman & Tommy Larkins The Pour House March 9 Sunday night’s Jonathan Richman performance in the main room at […]
St. Patty’s Day Teaser: Solas Charms the Music Hall
March 10th, 2014 | by Jon Santiago
Solas w/ Banna de Dhá Charleston Music Hall March 6 It’s a nice long drive down to the Holy City […]
Review: Iron & Wine and the Secret Sisters Put Old-School Folk on Display
February 24th, 2014 | by Stratton Lawrence
Iron & Wine, the Secret Sisters Charleston Music Hall Feb. 23 It’s difficult not to feel like you’re the butt […]
Review: Chatham County Line and Underhill Rose Bring High Harmony to the Hall
February 22nd, 2014 | by Stratton Lawrence
Chatham County Line w/ Underhill Rose Charleston Music Hall Feb. 21 “Are you comfortable out there?” asked Chatham County Line’s […]
Reviews: Elise Testone and Jordan Igoe’s Album Release Shows
February 18th, 2014 | by Jon Santiago
Elise Testone Charleston Music Hall Feb. 13 With enormous dreamcatchers floating above her and an enthusiastic crowd urging her on, […]
Review: Buddy and Jonny Defy Expectations at the PAC
February 10th, 2014 | by Jon Santiago
Buddy Guy, Jonny Lang North Charleston Performing Arts Center Feb. 7 Concertgoers were in for a double treat on Friday […]
Review: Singing along with Merle Haggard at the PAC
February 7th, 2014 | by Jon Santiago
Merle Haggard and the Strangers North Charleston Performing Arts Center Feb. 6 It turns out Merle Haggard is one of […]