Inspired by the astral “island” some aboriginal societies believe to be our spiritual home after death, ‘Baralku’ synthesizes downtempo hip-hop beats, world music elements, and field recordings, as well as jazz, folk, and classical influences into a transcendent hybrid of lush, nuanced, and ethereal compositions. “No part of his fusion is forced,” the New York Times has proclaimed. “While many attempts to merge classical melodicism with dance music sound awkward and gimmicky…Emancipator has found a balance.” In each live performance, Emancipator harks back to his college jam band days, honoring the need for structure while allowing room for improvisation…

Hosting Tuesday night’s performers was the recently renovated Charleston Gaillard, named after former mayor John Palmer Gaillard Jr. This was the absolute place to experience acoustic and a cappella performances and what better way to word it than the venue itself…

Ahhh fall time in Charleston: bonfires, oyster roasts, and craft beer. We may not have leaves in the low-country but we have an abundance of colorful musicians that bring Autumn to our heat index. Aaron & Christina O’Brien, of Oh Valentino, ooze of originals, cozy classics, and are essential to Charleston’s craft beer scene. Aaron’s lively spirit is matched by Christina’s haunting vocals to create a symphony of their own.

Last night’s performance at the Music Farm was one of the quickest shows on tour to sell out according to Judah Akers. It’s no surprise, as a local, that we tend to value music as one of the highest art forms. Charleston tends to breed or at least cater to quality acts as a place of relaxation, refuge, and recording.

Charleston based singer songwriters, SondorBlue, have opened up their porch, as well as their hearts, with their second EP release You Will Find Love On Ashley Avenue. Despite the simple step from island town to island city, they have really captured the essence of their up-bringing while striving towards a positive future. Their soft, subtle tones and soulful lyrics from last

Overlooking the Atlantic ocean as the sun drew in another day on the Folly Pier was a the perfect setup to interview one of Charleston’s most admirable and outgoing personas within the musical and philanthropy world. Many who meet him are drawn to his compassionate nature and infectious laughter. From performing with some of Charleston’s best musicians to

Counting down to ABGT250, the trio of trance are steaming full ahead with their 13 year co-pilot, Zoe Johnston, to bring us another mellow melody. My Own Hymn is another lyrically moving piece that still harbors rhythmic productions from their 2015 album, We Are All We Need. Nevertheless, My Own Hymn, in conjunction with last month’s feature of Tightrope, is…

“Streaming – Don’t Be Scared!” by Kurt Scheml (SSA, General Manager), David Wyatt (USC, Sports & Entertainment Law Professor), John Marks (Spotify), Beverly Keel (Chair/Professor of MTSU’s Department of Recording Industry and Music Journalist), Lou Plaia (ReverbNation, Co-Founder), and Jerrod Wilkins (General Assembly, Founder). It’s easier for artists to get their…

“Change the Conversation” by Beverly Keel (Chair/Professor of MTSU’s Department of Recording Industry and Music Journalist). Keel touched on the disadvantages for female artists, especially within country music. She stated that radio stations were frowned upon from playing a female artists back-to-back. Rarely female country artists even make the top