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Local Beat Mini Exclusive: The Huguenots

The Huguenots have been getting airplay on WKNC for nearly four years now, but the group has yet to release anything official but some spare demos. That is until April 8, when the group is putting out their first LP. The Huguenots are known for the super poppy and upbeat music they seem to craft effortlessly and their enjoyable live shows, but finally, the band will release some tangible music. Founding member York Howie came in to represent the band and share a couple unheard tracks from the upcoming album. It had been awhile since I interviewed the Huguenots, so we caught up and took a look back at where it all began at UNC Asheville. York was a wonderful guest and gave us an insightful look into the recording of the album and told us how it all came together.

The Huguenots: Local Beat Mini Exclusive

You can catch the Huguenots at their album release show at the Local 506 on April 8 where they are playing with the Tomahawks. Tickets are $6

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Local Beat Mini Exclusive: A Rooster For The Masses

It has been quite some time since A Rooster for the Masses put out a new album, but the popular local group is doing just that on April 15 at Kings Barcade when they release their third and newest LP No One Is Ready. Still upbeat with a touch of disco and an air of reggae, ARFTM has certainly kept the same vibe with this record as their past discs, and that is a wonderful thing.  Founding member Adam Eckhardt and myself shared a brief 30 minute conversation where he reflected on the history of the band and its current state as well as the new album. We also listened to several new tracks including “No One Is Ready,” “Make Much Sense,” “At The Gates,” and “Die By Day.” Give it a listen below:

A Rooster For The Masses: Local Beat Mini Exclusive

The doors open at 9 p.m. and the show starts at 10 p.m. Greensboro-based Decoration Ghost and Raleigh favorites River City Ransom are also playing. Tickets are $6 online and $8 at the door.

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Podcasts

The Rural Alberta Advantage/ The Mountain Goats

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Music News and Interviews

SoundOff18 The Rural Alberta Advantage/ The Mountain Goats

This week K’nuckles joins DJ Ones to review new albums by The Rural Alberta Advantage and The Mountain Goats.

Listen to episode 18.

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Lykki Li/ Peter, Bjorn and John

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Music News and Interviews

DJ Ones’ Five Music Facts from the past week

1. LCD Soundsystem has announced that they will follow-up their final show at Madison Square Garden on April2 with a national tour. When asked about the change in heart, frontman James Murphy said, “I don’t know. I thought it would be cool to go out with a bang. I was probably too hungover to realize what I was doing.” (via DerpSounds)

2. Jack White has announced the latest creation of Third Man Records. In following up with the Double Decker album, a 12 inch with a 7 inch record inside, White has announced the Triple Decker. This new concoction contains a 12 inch with a 7 inch on the inside with a CD within the 7 inch. White claimed, “We’re really bringing a new experience to music. This isn’t a gimmick. This is a revolution.” (Daily Speaker)

3. The New York band Yeah Yeah Yeahs have revealed a change in direction for their next release. The band, which has yet to announce their next album, will be renaming themselves. The No No No’s will be the next name for the trio. (PhonoFun)

4. Bjork is set to release a new album. The album, which will be heavy metal instead of Bjork’s usual pop sound, is set to released sometime, possibly never. Inspired in part by the work of Slayer, Bjork told reporters lots of words in a quiet and incoherent fashion, none of which the writers could decipher. (DeckCheck)

5. In an effort to confuse future fans, She and Him have confirmed that the follow-up to “Volume 2” will be titled “Volume 4.” (Rolling Herp)

April Fools!

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SoundOff17 Lykki Li/ Peter, Bjorn and John

In SoundOff we discuss the news of the songwriting process of The Strokes, and we review new albums by Lykki Li and Peter, Bjorn and John.

Listen to episode 17.

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Concert Preview Local Music

March 31 LBLB

WKNC & TNN Present:  White Cascade, Mutant League, and No Eyes. As always the show is FREE, 21 and up, and starts at 10 p.m.!! The cheeseburgers are cheap and so are the local brews on tap. Come get heavy with us! YAY

White Cascade is a shoegaze band. Mutant League is happier than Old Bricks.  And No Eyes you’ll have to check out for yourself.  Very epic show ahead!!

ALSO>  Tune in for an interview Thursday from 7-8pm.  White Cascade will be joining me!

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Delightful Giveaways for a Dreary Week

The weather has been teasing us lately; but the best way to brighten any doldrum mood is with some great live music! This week, you could call in and win:
 
3/29: Jacuzzi Boys @ Casbah

3/30: Turbo Fruits @ Pinhook

3/31: Darren Hanlon @ Casbah (** Mollypop’s Pick!)

and WKNC presents Papercuts with Banjo or Freakout @ Kings!

 

 

4/2: Pains of Being Pure at Heart @ Cat’s Cradle
and S. Carey (of Bon Iver) @ Kings
4/3: Warpaint @ Kings

Remember, you have to listen to win!
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Podcasts

The Dodos/Kurt Vile