Before her voice captivated the world with pop hits like “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” and “Killing Me Softly with His Song,” Roberta Flack — who was born in Black Mountain — began her career in eastern North Carolina, teaching and encouraging choral students at H.B. Sugg School.
Before her voice captivated the world, Roberta Flack — who was born in Black Mountain during Jim Crow — began her career in Pitt County, teaching and encouraging choral students.
Senior Editor Mark Kemp reflects on his earliest memories of vinyl records and how many faithful breakfasts of Post-brand cereal laid the foundation for an extensive record collection showcasing voices and sounds from across North Carolina and beyond.
Our writer reflects on where his love of vinyl began, and how the snap, crackle, and pop of a needle sliding across a turntable will always satisfy his soul.
One of modern country music’s most celebrated songwriters recalls his earliest musical experiences growing up in Iredell County.
Every year, musicians and fans gather in Mount Airy to honor the famed fiddler whose timeless sound defined this northern pocket of the Foothills.
On Thursday evenings at the historic Reeves Theater in Elkin, North Carolina, musician Martha Bassett transports live audiences back to simpler times with a variety show featuring talented local musicians and those who travel in from around the country.
In the North Carolina Foothills, a music program — and its talented host — celebrates the diverse genres that have shaped our musical landscape.
Join Senior Editor Mark Kemp as he meets the band Grupo Vale during a quinceañero in Lincolnton.
