Saturday, April 30, 2011

O.A.R. returns to Daniel Island

Ticks and VIP specials go on sale for O.A.R.'s summer show

Posted by T. Ballard Lesemann on Sat, Apr 30, 2011 at 12:09 PM

O.A.R. at the Family Circle Magazine Stadium in 2010
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  • O.A.R. at the Family Circle Cup Stadium in 2010
Platinum selling group O.A.R. — a well-polished music machine — is heading back to the Charleston area for their annual show on Daniel Island.

The Maryland-based band kicks off a 21-city tour this summer bringing their live show to amphitheaters across the country in support of their forthcoming seventh studio album. “Going out on the road during the summer has been a tradition for us as much as it has been for our audience,” lead singer Marc Roberge says in a recent press release. “With so many new songs and arrangements to choose from, the show will be fresh every night, in every city, which makes it a lot of fun for us. That same feeling of excitement I had our first summer out just comes right back in an instant.”

The tour includes a concert at the Family Circle Magazine Stadium on Sat. July 16. O.A.R. earned big success in 2008 with a smash-hit album titled All Sides, which featured the chart-toppers “This Town” and “Shattered.”

They will be offering a limited number of V.I.P. party packages at select shows, providing the option of premium reserved seats or general admission lawn tickets (subject to venue availability) as well as exclusive perks, including access to a V.I.P.-only party lounge and free live recordings.

For ticket prices and show info, visit ticketmaster.com and familycircletenniscenter.com. Check out ofarevolution.com for more.

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Friday, April 29, 2011

Shannon Whitworth headlines a Plantation Show

Folk acts play the Magnolia Concert on the Lawn

Posted by T. Ballard Lesemann on Fri, Apr 29, 2011 at 12:02 PM

Shannon Whitworth
Songwriter and banjo player Shannon Whitworth, a Brevard, N.C.-based bandleader and acclaimed folk music chanteuse, is solid for an outdoor concert at the scenic Magnolia Plantation. Presented by Outdoor Outfitters and the Coastal Conservation League, the Magnolia Concert on the Lawn goes from 6-10 p.m. on Fri. May 13.

A founding member of the acoustic quartet the Biscuit Burners, Whitworth formed her own combo in 2006 with Matthew Smith (pedal steel), Ryan Oslance (drums), and Chris Burt (bass).

Whitworth’s debut album, 2007's No Expectations, established her as a serious songwriter with a lovely singing style. Her latest, Water Bound, was released last year. Folk/bluegrass band the Moonshiners share the bill at Magnolia.

Visit shannonwhitworth.net and magnoliaplantation.com for more.

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Thursday, April 28, 2011

Hot Jazz at Voodoo with Emanon

Kebbi Williams joins Quentin Baxter and Kevin Hamilton

Posted by T. Ballard Lesemann on Thu, Apr 28, 2011 at 6:41 AM

Kebbi Williams
Known for their monthly music events, art shows, and seasonal parties, the Voodoo Tiki Bar and Lounge (15 Magnolia Road) recently announced a special addition to their spring jazz series.

A swingin’, boppin’ trio under the name of Emanon iii-O features Atlanta-based tenor sax player and flautist Kebbi Williams backed by one of Charleston finest rhythm sections, bassist Kevin Hamilton and drummer Quentin Baxter. This trio has collaborated over the years at various local events sponsored by the Jazz Artists of Charleston and Piccolo Spoleto. The band performs at 9 p.m. on Tues. May 3.

See voodootikibar.com for more.

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Monday, April 25, 2011

Sgt. Submarine is the Local Fab Four

The Hed Shop Boys cover the Beatles quite well

Posted by T. Ballard Lesemann on Mon, Apr 25, 2011 at 12:17 PM

Sgt Submarine doin the Beatles at Arts Bar
Local singer/guitarist and classic pop fanatic Frank Royster (of the Hed Shop Boys) also acts as ringleader for home-grown Beatles tribute band Sgt. Submarine with HSB bandmates Tommy Hamer (drums), Jay Volpe (bass), and Jeff Bateman (guitar). The quartet handles everything from the Beatles’ early hits to the more expansive studio cuts.

They recently launched two weekly local gigs. They perform at Rita’s Seaside Grill on Folly Beach (2 Center St.) on Thursdays at 7 p.m. Royster and the lads do the “Beatles Happy Hour” from 4-7 p.m. plus a free late-night set at 10 p.m. every Tuesday at Art’s Bar & Grill (413 Coleman Blvd.). The band also headlines at Art's on Sat. April 30 at 10:30 p.m.

Sgt. Submarine plans to perform several sets at Abbey Road on the River — “the world’s largest Beatles-inspired music festival” — in Louisville, Ky., on May 26-30. See abbeyroadontheriver.com and myspace.com/franklinroyster for more.

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Friday, April 22, 2011

Flush Time with Grace Potter on Wadmalaw

Grace Potter and the Nocturnals headline First Flush Fest in May

Posted by T. Ballard Lesemann on Fri, Apr 22, 2011 at 2:32 PM

Grace Potter and the Nocturnals
The fifth annual First Flush Festival — scheduled for Sun. May 15 — celebrates of the commencement of the 2011 harvest at the Charleston Tea Plantation on Wadmalaw Island for its popular product line, American Classic Tea.

Presented by the Plantation and local radio station the Bridge at 105.5, the event at the 120-acre tea farm includes live music, games for children, dance troupes, comedy events, and iced tea.

The First Flush Festival Concert will feature Vermont-based rock band Grace Potter and the Nocturnals as the headlining act. The group’s recent self-titled album (produced by T Bone Burnett) achieved critical and commercial success last year. Support includes sets from Leslie, Gaslight Street, and Long Miles, with more acts to be announced.

Advance tickets are available for $20 online at etix.com. Tickets will also be available for $25 on the day of the event at the plantation’s entrance.

Call (843) 559-0383 or check out charlestonteaplantation.com, 1055thebridge.com, and gracepotter.com for more.

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