With several consecutive hits on country radio, including “Carolina” and “Already Callin’ You Mine,” homegrown band Parmalee is establishing itself as a beloved national act. We chat with lead singer Matt Thomas about the group’s North Carolina roots and newfound success ahead of its homecoming concert at East Carolina University.
At Home with Look Homeward
Watch Look Homeward perform "Heads Hung Tall" and "Motown" in their Chapel Hill dome home.
Rhiannon Giddens & The Making of NC’s Most Beautiful Voice
With a talent — and a repertoire — that spans opera to gospel, bluegrass to blues, a native songbird cherishes her North Carolina identity as she hits the big gigs, and the big time.
The Monti Brings Live Storytelling Across the State
If you thought storytelling was as simple as telling a story, then you’ve never been on a stage, in the spotlight, microphone in hand, in front of hundreds of people with no idea where the tale you’re telling is going — and all you can do is hold on for the ride.
Durham Street Piano Project Takes The 88 Keys Outdoors
Forget the idea that the piano is an indoor instrument. Tom Merrigan has.
Raleigh Artist Gabe Bratton Gives Lace A New Look
A Raleigh artist transforms that most feminine, fragile, and traditional Southern fabric into jewelry both heirloom and contemporary.
The Art of Letterpress Finds a Home in Durham
A trio of Durham printers finds satisfaction in the original methods of a 500-year-old craft.
Meet the Asheboro Man Behind Mad Magazine’s Cartoons
What, me worry? No need, when your workdays are filled with fighting onions, Andy Griffith, and Yoda.
Rebirth of the Indian Motorcycle
An iconic motorcycle found a new life in North Carolina.