Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Earth, Wind & Fire will headline North Charleston's 40th Anniversary Celebration

The legendary funk/jazz ensemble solid for a show at the Coliseum

Posted by T. Ballard Lesemann on Tue, Mar 27, 2012 at 11:29 PM

Earth, Wind & Fire, 2012
At a fancy media event in the lobby of the North Charleston Performing Arts Center on March 27, North Charleston Mayor Keith Summey announced that legendary funk/jazz ensemble Earth, Wind & Fire is solid for a big show at the adjacent North Charleston Coliseum on Wed. June 26 at 7 p.m. The concert is a part of the city's 40th-year anniversary celebration.

"After 40 years, North Charleston has grown into a thriving city, bustling with business and prime for young families and professionals," Summey stated at the press conference. "To mark the advancements we have made, we are going first class in our 40th anniversary celebration. Both born of the ’70s — the City of North Charleston and Earth, Wind & Fire — we will be celebrating together with an exciting evening of shear entertainment combined with exceptional musicianship."

Earth, Wind & Fire formed in Chicago in 1969 and developed a brassy funk style infused with elements of soul, pop, rock, and fusion. The band’s powerful brass and woodwind players were known as the Phoenix Horns. They reached the top of the charts in the 1970s and early ’80s with such hits as "Mighty Mighty," "Shining Star," "September," "Boogie Wonderland," and "Let’s Groove." They were inducted into the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame in 2000.

Led by three longtime members — vocalist Philip Bailey, bassist Verdine White, and percussionist Ralph Johnson‚ EW&F embark on their Guiding Lights Tour this summer in support of a new studio album titled Then and Forever (Legacy). They’ll perform at the Coliseum with the North Charleston Pops Orchestra with support from local pop/rock band the Explorer’s Club.

Tickets go on sale for between $25 and $45 at 10 a.m. on Fri. March 30 at 10 a.m. at the Coliseum box office, via Ticketmaster outlets, online at ticketmaster.com, or charge by phone at (800)745-3000. Tickets are $25-$45. Visit northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com and earthwindandfire.com for more.

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Friday, March 16, 2012

Awendaw Green returns to the Hippodrome

Four visitings acts hit the stage and lobby

Posted by T. Ballard Lesemann on Fri, Mar 16, 2012 at 8:02 AM

The Honeycutters
The music fanatics from Awendaw Green have organized a showcase at downtown theater the Hippodrome (360 Concord St.) on Thurs. March. 22.

Acoustic singer/songwriter Tony Talley, Asheville, N.C.-based indie band the Honeycutters, Indianapolis-based improv combo the Wade Baker Jazz Trio, and local Americana/rock band the Shatterdogs will share the bill.

The concert is co-presented by the Bridge at 105.5 and supported by GrowFood Carolina, the Sustainability Institute, the Coastal Conservation League, and Palmetto Distribution. Music starts in the lobby at 6:30 p.m. Food will be provided by Home Team BBQ. Beer and wine will be available for purchase as well.

Tickets are available for $10 and may be purchased online at charlestonhippodrome.com or at the box office on the day of the show. Visit awendawgreen.com and charlestonhippodrome.com for more.

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Monday, March 12, 2012

Alice Cooper creeps into the PAC

Tickets for the theatrical rocker’s show go on sale March 16

Posted by T. Ballard Lesemann on Mon, Mar 12, 2012 at 10:00 AM

 

Alice Cooper, 2012

Ghoulish singer and Rock ’n’ Roll Hall of Famer Alice Cooper will lead his No More Mr. Nice Guy World Tour 2012 to the North Charleston Performing Arts Center on Mon. June 11.

Cooper’s musical career began more than 40 years ago. His big hits include “School’s Out,” “No More Mr. Nice Guy,” “Elected,” and “I’m Eighteen.” He’s credited with creating the concept of the theatrical rock concert in the early 1970s with elaborate (and often disturbing) stagecraft, macabre special effects, and colorful showmanship.

Many fans and critics refer to his style as "shock rock" or “rock horror” in reference to his monster imagery, guillotines, decapitations, snakes, and heavy guitar riffs.

Cooper brings his whole show to the Bonnaroo Festival on June 9 before joining British metal band Iron Maiden on a summer tour of North America, which includes shows at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre in Charlotte. N.C. on June 21 and Aaron’s Amphitheatre at Lakewood in Atlanta, Ga., on June 23.

Cooper’s latest album, 2011’s Welcome 2 My Nightmare, is a sequel to 1975’s Welcome to My Nightmare. Tickets for the show go on sale for $55, $45, and $35 on Fri. March 16 at the Coliseum box office, ticketmaster.com, Ticketmaster outlets, and by phone at (800) 745-3000.

For more info, visit alicecooper.com and northcharlestoncoliseum-pac.com.

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Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Coliseum offers parking tips for the Elton John show

Elton John and His Band headline the North Charleston Coliseum tonight

Posted by T. Ballard Lesemann on Wed, Mar 7, 2012 at 6:43 AM

Elton John, 201
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Grammy Award-winning pianist, vocalist, and pop/rock legend Elton John and his backing band are set to perform in front of a nearly sold-out crowd at the North Charleston Coliseum tonight (March 7). His current stage show includes hits from his entire discography.

The North Charleston Coliseum has issued a parking advisory for the event. Attendees are strongly encouraged to carpool and arrive early. The parking lots will open at 4 p.m. Doors for Montague Terrace will open at 6 p.m. Doors to the Coliseum will open at 7 p.m. The show starts at 8 p.m.

Free parking and shuttles will be available at the North Charleston Fire Museum and Tanger Outlet Mall parking lots starting at 5:30 p.m.

Call (843) 529-5000 or visit northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com and eltonjohn.com for more info. Look for a show review this week in the Music+Clubs section at charlestoncitypaper.com.

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Thursday, February 2, 2012

Extra tickets for Jimmy Buffett available today

The Coliseum offers a few seats to local Parrotheads

Posted by T. Ballard Lesemann on Thu, Feb 2, 2012 at 12:10 PM

Jimmy Buffett
A handful of extra tickets have been made available today for the big Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band concert at the North Charleston Coliseum this evening (Feb. 2). This stop on Buffett’s year-long Welcome to Fin Land Tour reportedly sold out months ago. Fans can find ticket info at Tickemaster.com or by phone at 1-800-745-3000.

The North Charleston Coliseum has issued a parking advisory for the Buffett concert as well. The event coincides with the Mary Poppins performance at the Performing Arts Center. A capacity crowd is expected at both events. Attendees are strongly encouraged to carpool and arrive early. Coliseum parking lots will open at 12 p.m. Doors to the Coliseum open at 6:30 p.m. for the 8 p.m. performance. Doors to the PAC open at 6:30 p.m. for the 7:30 p.m. Mary Poppins show. Starting at 5 p.m., free parking and shuttles will be available at the North Charleston Fire Museum and Tanger Outlet Mall parking lots across the street.

Visit northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com for more.

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