Tag: Nightlight
Sessions@KNC: Billy Sugarfix
by Eric@sessions@KNC on Feb.28, 2010, under Local
Photo by Matt Moore
Amidst final exams, campus is silent. It’s freezing too. Billy Sugarfix voyaged out to NC State’s Caldwell Lounge early in December, accompanied by fellow musicians Sarah (shakers, vocals) and Justin (viola, vocals). The trio graced us with a few adapted songs from Billy Sugarfix’s “Summer Tempests” as well as some new material. As usual, you can listen and download the live tracks right here!
Billy Sugarfix’s next two shows are on Saturday, March 13 at The Evening Muse in Charlotte, and Saturday, March 20th at Nightlight in Chapel Hill. Check the live tunes below!
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Live music is the best holiday entertainment
by rmsloane72 on Dec.15, 2009, under Local
Gonna be in town over the winter break? Entertaning guests? Wondering what to fill all that free time with?
Go with live music, of course!
Below are my recommendations for shows between December 17 to January 11 (N.C. State’s Winter Break)
December 17:
Who: Sea Legs & Old Bricks
Where: WKNC’s Local Beer Local Band atTir Na Nog Irish Pub in Raleigh
I must say it, these are actually two of my favorite local bands. Both bands are new to the scene but I predict they will have quite a name for themselves by this time next year. Catch um while their new so you can be the cool guy who knew them when they were the little people.
December 18:
Who: Fin Fang Foom, Free Electric State, Gray Young
Where: Pinhook in Durham
If you haven’t yet been to the Pinhook, this is your excuse. Not only is it one of my favorite places to drink, they have a killer patio, these local bands are all worth seeing.
December 19:
Who: Holiday Honky Tonk and Burlesque Show
Where: Local 506 in Chapel Hill
Say whhhat? I get to see The Whiskey Smugglers, The Pneurotics and Gambling the Muse all while Miss Mary Wanna puts on a burlesque performance…. I’m sold.
December 20:
Where: Nightlight in Chapel Hill
What: Nightlight Holiday Craft Fair from 2 to 6 p.m.
Okay, so it’s not music. Think of it this way though, its local art and any local art that is presented to me will get a moment of my time. Stop by, especially if you haven’t checked everyone off your shopping list yet.
December 21 to 24:
It’s my birthday week so I would love to celebrate with some tunes! Unfortunately, the world seems to shut down around these dates, I’m not sure why. If YOU want to serenade me happy birthday feel free to find me at one of these shows!
The Cave in Chapel Hill is holding an all day open swap December 22 and 23. You can buy and trade your doodads. Sounds like fun!
December 25:
Where: The Pour House in Raleigh
You can celebrate Christmas day along with Terry Anderson, who will be celebrating his birthday as well. He brings his band, The Olympic Ass Kicking Team to the Pour House. You know there isn’t much to do after the family is done opening gifts and eating food so bring them to sing along!
December 26:
What: The Merch Holiday Party
Where: Local 506 in Chapel Hill
The Merch is a local screen printing and design business whose logos are plastered all over the triangle. They are huge supporters of local music and we love that! Not sure what the night entails but it should be something great! The party starts at 10pm
December 31st:
Downtown Raleigh
Ring in the new year right! Surround yourself with the amazingness this town has to offer. First Night is offering performances by The African American Dance Ensemble, Crucial Fiya and the Annuals (plus a million other amazing things to see and do). While your downtown don’t forget to stop by Slims to see A Rooster for the Masses.
OR
New Years Eve Party at Local 506 in Chapel Hill
Violet Vector and the Lovely Lovelies, The Love Language and the Dirty Little Heaters share the stage to help you ring in the new year!
January 1:
HAPPY NEW YEAR! there isn’t much going on this week so make sure to rest up for next week because it is jam-packed with shows to witness!
January 6
Where: The Pour House Music Hall in Raleigh
Who: The Ex-Monkeys are spinnin in downtown Raleigh this night. Great to see if you’re in the mood for a different kind of electronic music to dance too.
January 7
Where: Tir Na Nog Irish Pub in Raleigh
IT BEGINS! RALEIGH UNDERCOVER STARTS TONIGHT!!
This a weekend all local music lovers should look forward too! Your favorite bands will cover the bands that have inspired them. Last years performances included Valient Thorr covering Parliament Funkadelic, Hearts and Daggers covering The Beastie Boys and Embarrassing Fruits as Pavement. Make sure to be there for at least one night this weekend!
January 8:
Where: The Pour House Music Hall in Raleigh
Who: Your favorite local artists Lonnie Walker, Megafaun and The Rosebuds are all joining together to put on one amazing show. The night will be a prom theme and fun for everyone! If you can’t make it out on the 8th, no worries, Megafaun and The Rosebuds will be performing again, same place same time, only this time the amazing Hammer No More the Fingers will be joining them.
January 9:
Where: The Nightlight in Chapel Hill
Who: Midtown Dickens takes the stage with Joe Romeo and the Orange County Volunteers. Midtown Dickens is a group that consistently keeps a smile on my face. They are a joy to watch and with this year’s release of Lanterns, you wont be let down.
Also right down the street North Elementary will be playing at The Local 506. A classic local group that is worth the short walk!
That is it for now!
The new year seems to be starting out well here in the Triangle!
Ticket giveaways for last week of October!
by Sweet Melissa on Oct.26, 2009, under Promotions
Check out these awesome shows going on this week that WKNC is giving away tickets to:
Tuesday, October 27:
Pinback w/ Bellini @ Cat’s Cradle
Pinback
Thursday, October 29:
Calico Haunts w/ Mt. Moriah and Filthybird @ Nightlight
Calico Haunts photo by Anna Lee Harkins
Junior Boys w/ Woodhands @ Cat’s Cradle
Junior Boys
Friday, October 30:
Polynya w/ Veelee and Actual Persons Living or Dead @ Nightlight
Polynya
Why? w/ Au and Serengeti & Polyphonic @ Cat’s Cradle
Why? photo by Sarah Cass
Saturday, October 31:
Toubab Krewe w/ Floating Action @ Cat’s Cradle
Toubab Krewe photo by Dave Vann
Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band w/Funkuponya and Eymarel @ Lincoln Theatre
Yo Mama's Big Fat Booty Band photo by Katie
Be sure to tune into 88.1 WKNC for your chance to win tickets! Also, check out the Rock Report for a complete listing of local shows near you!
Giveaways for week of October 19!!
by Sweet Melissa on Oct.19, 2009, under Promotions
Here are the shows happening this week that WKNC is giving tickets away to:
Monday, October 19:
Art Brut w/ Princeton and Ben Davis & The Jetts @ Cat’s Cradle
Art Brut
Wednesday October 21:
Sea Wolf w/ Port O’ Brien and Sarah Lov @ Nightlight – Presented by Cat’s Cradle
Sea Wolf
Dr. Dog and Jeffery Lewis @ Cat’s Cradle
Dr. Dog
Thursday, October 22:
Cartel w/ This Providence, The Summer Set and The Bigger Lights @ Lincoln Theatre
Cartel
Friday ,October 23:
NAPS (side project of Lonnie Walker) with Tavo Carbone and Trevor Wilson @ Nightlight
The Mars Volta @ Disco Rodeo – Presented by Live Nation
The Mars Volta
Saturday October 24th:
Blount Harvey w/ Waylandsphere @ The Pour House
Electric Six w/ The Gay Blades and Millions of Brazilians @ Cat’s Cradle
Electric Six photo by Alicia Gbur
The Moaners w/ The Toddlers and Weatherkings @ Nightlight
The Moaners photo by Michael Triplett
Thursday w/ Fall of Troy, The Dear Hunter, and Midnight Masses @ Lincoln Theatre
Thursday
Be sure to listen in to 88.1 WKNC for your chance to win tickets!!
Giveaways, giveaways, giveaways!
by Sweet Melissa on Oct.13, 2009, under Promotions
Listen in to 88.1 WKNC for your chance to win tickets to the following shows happening this week:
Tuesday October 13:
Pnuma Trio w/Speakerdevil @ Lincoln Theatre
Pnuma Trio
Spider Bags w/ Pinche Gringo and Harlem @ Nightlight
Spider Bags
Thursday October 15:
Bassnectar w/Heavyweight Dub Champion @ Cat’s Cradle
Bassnectar photo by Amy Whitehouse
Friday October 16:
Megafaun w/Black Twig Pickers and Charlie Parr @ Nightlight
Megafaun photo by Derek Anderson
Om w/ Six Organs of Admittance and Lichens @ Cat’s Cradle
Om
Saturday October 17:
Jay Love Reggae Festival @ Lincoln Theatre
Polvo w/My Dad is Dead and Savage Knights @ Cat’s Cradle
Polvo
Be sure to check out more local shows on The Rock Report and listen in for your chance to win tickets to shows this week!
Giveaways for the Week of September 14th!
by Sweet Melissa on Sep.14, 2009, under Uncategorized
Listen in for your chance to win tickets to these awesome local shows happening this week:
Tuesday, September 15th
Missing Cats @ Presented by Cat’s Cradle at Arts Center
Old Habits
They Might Be Giants
Ticket Giveaways!!
by Sweet Melissa on Sep.02, 2009, under Promotions
Be sure to listen in to WKNC 88.1 this week for your chance to win tickets to these up-coming shows:
Hot Tuna Electric
Hot Tuna Electric @ Cat’s Cradle Tuesday Sept 1st
Bad Fish
Badfish @ Lincoln Theatre Sept 2nd
Jack Rose
Jack Ross Show @ Nightlight Sept 4th
Yo Mama's Big Fat Booty Band
Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band @ Cat’s Cradle Sept 4th
Carolina Chocolate Drops www.julierobertsphoto.com
Carolina Chocolate Drops @ Cat’s Cradle Sept 5th
The Melvins
Down with The Melvins @ The Fillmore in Charlotte Sept 5th
Check out these local shows and other shows in your area on The Rock Report and listen in for your chance to win tickets!
Ticket Giveaways June 14th – June 20th
by Sweet Melissa on Jun.15, 2009, under Local, Promotions
WKNC is giving away some great tickets to some awesome local shows this week including…
Meat Puppets
Sunday June 14th - Meat Puppets with Retribution Gospel Choir @ Cat’s Cradle
Portugal, The Man
Monday June 15th – Portugal, The Man @ Cat’s Cradle
Eula
Monday June 15th – The Constellations with Eula @ The Pour House
Zee Avi
Monday June 15th – Zee Avi with Matt Hires presented by Cat’s Cradle @ Nightlight
Milhouse
Thursday June 18th – Future and Milhouse @ The Pour House
Camera Obscura
Saturday June 20th – Camera Obscura with Anni Rossi @ Cat’s Cradle
Along with tickets to these shows WKNC is also giving away movie passes for the following moives:
Year One starring Jack Black and Michael Cera
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen starrig Shia LaBeouf and Megan Fox
Sister’s Keeper starring Cameron Diaz and Abigail Breslin
Be sure to tune into 88.1 FM for your chance to win!
Sessions@KNC? Yeah, we’re back.
by Eric@sessions@KNC on May.26, 2009, under Local, Multimedia
So we’re officially back up and running, with one new session under our belt.
On Sunday, May 3, Mikey P, Mike Gray, and Eric (myself) met up with Simple, the aptly named minimalist band from Carrboro, NC, outside Caldwell Hall on campus. Although it took a while to reason our way into the building, the superior sonic characteristics of Caldwell Lounge would help make this session a fun one. We set up a bunch of microphones and hit the big red button as the band hammered out a short, simple and solid set.
I recently got word from Chip, the band’s guitarist and lead vocalist, that they plan on releasing five of the tracks late this summer as a live limited-release EP with fancy hand-painted covers or something artsy like that. Sounds awesome to me! So, if you’re lucky enough to catch Simple at a show late this summer, look out for their release of these songs. Their next performance is at Nightlight in Chapel Hill on June 5th at 10 PM.
Below you can check out one of my favorite songs from the session: “The Conversation.” It has a unique, ambitious, and more rockin’ feel; you’ll see what I mean if you’ve heard the rest of Simple’s music.
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And lastly, here are the five tracks for FREE download! Each song is zipped.
Local Beat preview 5/15/09
by Mike Alston on May.15, 2009, under Local
We have a wonderful show in store for you today (5/15) on the Local Beat.
Pick n Bitch Festival 2009, courtesy of http://www.myspace.com/picknbitch
At 5:00 Kim Gray and company will be coming in to talk about the Pick ‘n Bitch festival this Saturday at the Pinhook.
Liza Kate, courtesy of http://www.lizakate.com/
At the top of the 6:00 hour, Liza Kate of Holidays for Quince Records will be stopping by to talk about her upcoming album, Don’t Let the Dogs. The album release show is tonight at the Nightlight in Chapel Hill alongside Max Indian and Embarrassing Fruits. Then at 6:30, it will be the last time in 2009 that we will be preempted by NC State baseball.Be sure to tune in at 5:00 sharp on 88.1 fm or http://www.wknc.org/listen.
Screaming Females interview this Sunday 5/17
by Gray Matter on May.13, 2009, under Daytime
Photo by Michael Otley
Screaming Females will be playing this Sunday at the Nightlight with Bellafea and Caltrop, but first they’ll be coming into the WKNC studio to talk about their new record Power Move, their DIY ethic, and their time on the road for the last month. Be sure to tune in at 4PM on Sunday May 17.