Despite its growing popularity and size, Hopscotch Music Festival has never lost sight of its North Carolina roots or the talented musicians that make the annual festival possible.
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Fall 2017 Music Festival Roundup
Mark your calendars and get your dancing shoes ready — there are still a surprising number of music festivals across the state to enjoy as warm summer days fade into fall.
City Portrait: Brevard
Pisgah National Forest is the ideal amphitheater for nature’s music. But come summer, the historic hamlet next door erupts in symphonies as gorgeous as waterfalls, and old-time jams as rousing as mountain trails.
Q&A: Delta Rae’s Summer 2017 Tour Has a Special Perk for Teachers
Durham’s own Delta Rae released its latest EP, A Long and Happy Life, with summer tour dates through September 2017.
Q&A: Mipso Releases Fourth Album, Coming Down the Mountain
Mipso’s distinct Southern sound has remained strong over the years, but the band’s evolution and growth is obvious. Join Mipso in celebrating its new record at the North Carolina Museum of Art on May 6.
Soaring Voices
Arguably, choirs are the most visible aspect of a church service. For singers and listeners alike, choirs fill our hearts with a crescendo of joy.
Etta Baker’s Blues Legacy in North Carolina
Born on March 31, 1913, Etta Baker might not be a common household name across America, but her music’s influence continues to shape generations of musicians across genres. We’re celebrating her birthday this week by revisiting her legacy.
Music is Never Far Away in Downtown Shelby
Bluegrass and country music played prominent roles in this Foothills city’s past. Now, thanks to two legendary native sons, the signature sounds are taking center stage in its future.
Nathan Pope is a Young Blues Prodigy With Soul
Just 13 years old, a blues prodigy from Liberty continues a long-standing musical tradition.
