🔥Charlotte's Hottest Live Music Events You Can't Miss - Fri 14th

🎷🔥 What’s up, Charlotte? I’m hyped for Fantastic Negrito this week! 🎶🔥 His bluesy, high-energy set is a must-see. Plus, with hip-hop throwbacks, EDM bangers, and dance floor magic, the city is buzzing. Let’s get into it! 🎤✨

Angel | Charlotte Jams Editor

🔥Top Picks This Week
1️⃣ Best Day Ever – Mac & Wiz Party – A night of throwback hip-hop magic, Feb 21 @ The Music Yard.
2️⃣ Club Cupid – Valentine’s weekend dance party, Feb 15 @ The Music Yard.
3️⃣ Fantastic Negrito – Soul, blues, and raw energy, Feb 19 @ Visulite Theatre.
4️⃣ Wallows – Indie rock icons hit Charlotte, Feb 19 & 20 @ The Fillmore.

THIS WEEKS HOT EVENTS
🔥 Must-See Shows/Events

🎶Best Day Ever – Mac & Wiz Party

Get ready to turn up to the hits of Mac Miller and Wiz Khalifa at The Music Yard on Friday, February 21st. Dance the night away to anthems like Young, Wild & Free and more, with additional vibes from artists like A$AP Rocky and Kendrick Lamar.

📅 When: Friday, February 21| Doors at 8 PM
📍 Where: The Music Yard, 2433 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC
🎟️ Tickets: Snag Them Here

💘 Club Cupid: Valentine's Beats at The Music Yard

Get ready to move as top DJs drop electrifying sets that keep the energy high and the vibes even higher. Whether you're single, taken, or just here for the bass drops, this night is all about love, music, and losing yourself in the rhythm.

📅 When: Saturday, February 15 | Doors at 8 PM
📍 Where: The Music Yard, 2433 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC
🎟️ Tickets: Snag Them Here

🌟 Support Local Vibes

Follow The Music Yard on Instagram: @MusicYardCLT for updates and more events!

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COMMERCIAL VENUES
🎟️Headliner Hits

• Tyler, The Creator at Spectrum Center on 03/26. [Tickets]

• Role Model at The Fillmore Charlotte on 03/09. [Tickets]

• Teddy Swims at Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre on 05/15. [Tickets]

• Pierce the Veil at Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre on 05/13. [Tickets]

• Rod Stewart at PNC Music Pavilion on 07/29. [Tickets]
  

CURATED GENRE ROUNDUP
🌆 Uptown & Around - Curated Highlights: Don’t Miss These

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Guide:

✅ A Big-Name Draw – A major act or must-see show.
🔥 A Local Spotlight – A North Carolina-based artist or rising talent.
💎 A Hidden Gem – A lesser-known act or unique event that offers something special.

🎤 Hip-Hop / Rap

✅ Kash Doll (02/16 – The Fillmore Charlotte) – A powerhouse female rapper known for her high-energy performances and sharp lyricism.
💎 Eric Bellinger (02/19 – The Underground) – A smooth blend of R&B and hip-hop, known for his collaborations with major artists.
✅ Matt Corman (02/22 – The Evening Muse) – Emerging hip-hop artist blending rap and pop sounds with infectious energy.

🎵 Indie / Folk

✅ Brendan James (02/14 – The Evening Muse) – Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter known for his heartfelt and melodic storytelling.
💎 Maggie Miles (02/15 – Snug Harbor) – A rising indie artist with an alternative edge, creating emotionally raw performances.
💎 Tall Juan (02/18 – Snug Harbor) – A folk-punk artist with an eclectic, lo-fi style influenced by Ramones and Latin rock.

🎸 Rock / Alternative

✅ Wallows (02/19 & 02/20 – The Fillmore Charlotte) – Indie rock icons bringing their signature sound to Charlotte!
✅ Liliac (02/20 – Amos’ Southend) – A high-energy, family-led rock band blending metal and classic rock with a theatrical edge.
💎 Catch Your Breath (02/22 – Neighborhood Theatre) – A fresh take on alternative/post-hardcore blending melody with high-intensity performances.

 🎶 Electronic / Dance

✅ Two Friends (02/14 – The Fillmore Charlotte) – Viral remix duo bringing high-energy, feel-good EDM to the stage.
💎 Trivecta (02/22 – The Underground) – A melodic bass producer blending electronic music with live instrumentals for an immersive experience.
✅ Crankdat (02/21 – Black Box Theater) – Bass music and trap producer known for heavy drops and massive festival-style performances.

🎷 Jazz, Blues & Soul

✅ Chris Botti (02/20 & 02/21 – Middle C Jazz) – Grammy-winning jazz trumpeter known for his breathtaking live performances.
✅ Fantastic Negrito (02/19 – Visulite Theatre) – A powerful mix of blues, rock, and soul, with raw energy and gripping storytelling.
💎 Hazy Sunday (02/16 – Petra’s Bar) – A local collective blending jazz, blues, and soul for a chill groove session.

🪕 Country / Americana

✅ Town Mountain (02/21 – Neighborhood Theatre) – Progressive bluegrass with a modern edge and high-energy performances.
🔥 Sarah Shook & The Disarmers (02/18 – Neighborhood Theatre) – A fierce, North Carolina-based alt-country band with punk influences.
💎 Ty Myers (02/21 – Coyote Joe’s) – A rising NC country star known for his authentic, heartfelt songwriting.

FUNKY ROUNDUP
🎁Grab Bag

🌟 Must-See Tribute Event: Face 2 Face - A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel (02/21 – The Fillmore Charlotte) – An epic night celebrating two piano legends!
🎭 Theatrical Performance: Who's Bad - The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience (02/14 – The Underground) – The longest-running Michael Jackson tribute show!
🎨 Unique Experience: Night in Rio (02/15 – Neighborhood Theatre) – A vibrant celebration of Brazilian music and culture!
🎤 Open Mic / Showcase: Find Your Muse Open Mic (02/17 – The Evening Muse) – Charlotte’s favorite open mic night for emerging artists.
🎸 Tribute Night: Pretending - The Premier Eric Clapton Tribute Band (02/21 – Visulite Theatre) – A night of classic blues-rock!
🎉 Dance Party: Dance Circle Day Party at CUE (02/15 – Black Box Theater) – An electrifying daytime dance event!
🛠️ DIY / Underground: Digital Noir with DJ Spider (02/15 – The Milestone Club) – Darkwave, electronic, and underground dance music.

MUSIC SCENE
🎵 Music News Brief

📍 Charlotte Spotlight

• The Lumineers Bring Their Folk-Rock Magic to Charlotte
  Indie-folk giants The Lumineers are hitting the road for their "Brightside World Tour II," and Charlotte is on the map! Expect a night of soaring anthems and sing-along magic when they take over PNC Music Pavilion on August 21.

🌎National Beat

💰 Sarasota Orchestra Scores a $60M Mystery Bag
Talk about a classical glow-up—Sarasota Orchestra just got a whopping $60 million anonymous donation, setting them up for a future filled with grand performances and zero budget worries.

🎤 Kendrick Lamar Turns Super Bowl LIX Into His Own Arena
The Compton legend didn't just perform—he dominated, weaving lyrical mastery with a visually stunning halftime set that proved once again why he's in a league of his own.

🌍 Musicians Bring Healing Vibes to Hospitals & Hospices
Forget sterile waiting rooms—live music is making rounds in hospitals and hospices, giving patients a front-row seat to the power of melody as medicine.

🤬 Kid Rock Pulls a Kanye... but with a Guitar
Mid-show in Nashville, Kid Rock peaced out, leaving fans confused and annoyed—did something go wrong, or was this just a classic case of rockstar drama?

LOCAL SCENE
🎶🎸 Local Artist Spotlight: Sarah Shook & the Disarmers

📍 Chapel Hill, NC | 🤠 Alt-Country / Rock

🎤 Who They Are

Sarah Shook & The Disarmers are a fierce alt-country band hailing from Chapel Hill, NC, blending outlaw country, punk rock attitude, and raw storytelling. Their honest lyricism, twangy-yet-rebellious sound, and DIY ethos have made them a staple in North Carolina’s alt-country scene and beyond.

Known for their gritty narratives about heartbreak, struggle, and independence, Sarah Shook’s unapologetic vocals and high-energy performances set them apart in today’s Americana revival.

🎧 What to Listen To

• Track: "Good as Gold" – A hard-hitting anthem with honky-tonk twang and punk energy, showcasing Sarah's raw storytelling.

• Album/EP: Nightroamer – Released via Thirty Tigers, this album blends country, indie rock, and punk influences for a bold, genre-defying sound.

• Where to Stream: Available on Spotify, Apple Music, and all major streaming platforms.

🎸 Catch Them Live

• When: Sunday, February 18, 2025, 8:00 PM

• Where: Neighborhood Theatre, Charlotte, NC

• Tickets: Get Tickets Here

🌟 Support Local

Follow them on Instagram: @sarahshookthedisarmers

Let’s show some love to Sarah Shook & The Disarmers and keep supporting the talent that thrives across North Carolina! 🎶

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NEARBY VIBES
🎶 Just Outside the Queen City

🚗 Feeling adventurous? Check these out:

📍 Concord: Amythyst Kiah brings her powerful blend of Americana and roots music to the Davis Theatre on Feb 22. A must-see for fans of raw, soulful storytelling!

📍 Raleigh: The 13th Annual Raleigh Blues Festival takes over the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts on Feb 21. A night of smooth blues and soulful performances you won’t want to miss!

📍 Asheville: Andy Frasco & The U.N. turn up the energy at The Orange Peel on Feb 22. Expect wild antics, high-energy blues, and a party you won’t forget!

CLOSING NOTES
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Keep Rocking,
Angel | Charlotte Jams Editor

P.S. 🎭 A wise raver once said: Dance like nobody’s recording... but double-check, because they probably are. 😂💃✨