The Soundtrack: August 2012
Kick back on the front porch and listen to this month’s music soundtrack.
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Doc
As an infant growing up in Watauga County, Arthel Lane Watson lost his sight. As a teenager, he picked up a guitar and created a sound. Now, that sound and that guitar and that blind man are forever linked in one name that will live as long as music is played: Doc.
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Oh, Won’t You Stay?
A Charlotte man’s 97-second song sticks in listener’s minds for decades.
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Falling-in-Love Music
Summers are filled with teenage love, shag lessons, and the unforgettable music of the time.
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Spreading his Gospel
A Gaston County disc jockey works to revive beach music.
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Carolina in My Mind
More than a song and more than a state of mind, James Taylor’s classic speaks to where we’ve been, where we are, and where we always want to be.
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The Soundtrack: July 2012
Hear James Taylor, along with George Harrison and Paul McCartney, on a version of Carolina In My Mind and other music inspired by the July 2012 issue.
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Doc Watson: A Tribute Playlist
Hear a few of our favorite Doc Watson songs in this special music playlist.
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Searching for the Blues
One man finds his musical niche — and more — in Raleigh.
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The Soundtrack: June 2012
This month’s music playlist features the perfect summer songs for the June issue, as recommended by some of our writers and photographers.
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