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🎵 Your Live Music Guide for Friday, December 20th, and Beyond!

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Angel - Charlotte Jams Guide
December 19, 2024

Hey Friends! 🎅✨ The holiday season is here, and Charlotte is alive with festive music and fun! From Soulful Noel to Cirque du Soleil's 'Twas the Night Before..., there’s something for everyone. Let’s dive into the top shows this season! 🎄


Angel | Charlotte Jams Editor

In today’s Charlotte Jams:
🎉+ 3 Must See Shows: Soulful Noel, Cirque du Soleil, & More!
🔥 Editor’s Pick: Don't miss 5th & York at Middle C Jazz!
🎶 Local Artist: Checkout our Local Artist Spotlight: Lute
📺 Take a deep dive with our recommended music videos!


THIS WEEKS TOP PICKS
🔥 Must-See Shows/Events

🎄SOULFUL NOEL @ Blumenthal Arts
📍 Location: 130 North Tryon St., Charlotte
📅 Date: Dec 22-23, 2024
🔗 Event Info

Celebrate the season with Soulful Noel, a vibrant holiday performance featuring R&B, gospel, and soul classics 🎤✨. A perfect night to embrace the magic of the holidays with uplifting music and energy! 🎄

🎪'Twas the Night Before... by Cirque du Soleil @ Ovens Auditorium
📍 Location: 2900 E Independence Blvd, Charlotte
📅 Date: Dec 21, 2024
🔗 Event Info

✨ A whimsical reimagining of the classic Christmas tale! 🎄 Witness breathtaking acrobatics, dazzling visuals, and Cirque du Soleil's signature magic for the entire family. 🤸‍♂️🎅

🎄 A Glam Goth New Year's Eve @ The Milestone Club
📍 Location: 3400 Tuckaseegee Rd, Charlotte
📅 Date: Dec 31, 2024
🔗 Event Info

🕸️ Ring in the new year in style with glam, goth, and an “informal formal” vibe. 🖤👠 Expect killer music, dark elegance, and an unforgettable NYE celebration! 🎆

LOCAL GENRE ROUNDUP
🌆 Uptown & Around

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Hip-Hop / Rap 🎤
Lil Skritt & The Luhvrs at Snug Harbor - Dec 20
(📺 Gucci Fanny Pack)
Off The Wall: Wu Tang Forever V.9 at Snug Harbor - Dec 21

Indie / Folk 🎵
Larry Keel Experience at Visulite Theatre - Dec 20
Seth'Fest: Blankstate at The Milestone Club - Dec 20
Yarn at Neighborhood Theatre - Dec 22

Rock / Alternative 🎸
The Violent at Amos' Southend - Dec 21
Soul Sacrifice Santana Tribute at Middle C Jazz - Dec 21
Sometime In February at Petra’s Bar - Dec 27
(📺 The Bad Fight feat. Paul Waggoner)
The Stews at Neighborhood Theatre - Dec 28

Country🐴
The McMurry Brothers Band at Visulite Theatre - Dec 27
49 Winchester at The Fillmore - Dec 28 
(📺Leavin' This Holler feat. Maggie Antone)

Electronic / Dance 🎶 
SIDEQUEST at The Milestone Club - Dec 28
Orbit featuring Salah Ananse at Blackbox Theatre - Dec 28
Space Laces at Blackbox Theatre - Dec 31

Jazz, Blues & Soul 🎷
5th & York at Middle C Jazz - Dec 26
House of Funk at Middle C Jazz - Dec 27
Terence Young Jazz Experience at Middle C Jazz - Dec 28

BONUS ROUNDUP
🎁Grab Bag

T.3 | Wed, Dec 29| Neighborhood Theatre
Genre: Pop & Musical Theater

🎤 Viral vocal trio T.3 brings their stunning harmonies and crowd-favorite covers to Charlotte! 🌟 Don’t miss this powerhouse performance blending Broadway, pop, and pure vocal magic. 🎵

Joey Santos | Fri, Dec 13| Middle C Jazz Club
Genre: Jazz

🎄 Enjoy a festive evening as Joey Santo brings holiday cheer with timeless Christmas classics. 🎤✨ Perfect for jazz lovers and those looking to celebrate the season in style! 🎷🎅

LOCAL ARTIST
🎶🎸 Local Artist Spotlight: Lute

Lute is a celebrated rapper hailing from Charlotte, NC, known for his thought-provoking lyricism and smooth flow that bridges the gap between old-school hip-hop and modern beats. A key member of J. Cole's Dreamville Records, Lute has been an integral part of the label's rise to global acclaim. His introspective storytelling and authentic sound reflect his Charlotte roots, creating a style that’s both raw and relatable.

With J. Cole recently announcing that the 2025 Dreamville Festival will be its fifth and final installment 🎶, Lute's contributions to the Dreamville family are more significant than ever. His work, including his acclaimed projects West1996 Pt. 2 and Gold Mouf, captures the essence of perseverance, growth, and the hustle that defines Charlotte's music scene.

🎧 Check out his tracks on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Music.

🟨 Recommendation: Dive into "GED (Gettin Every Dolla)" 🎶 – a powerful anthem about hustling, resilience, and staying true to yourself.

🟦 For Bonus Points: Watch Lute’s electrifying performance of "Still Slummin’" on YouTube 📺.

SURROUNDING AREAS
🎶🚗 Just Outside the Queen City


📍 Concord - Join the Ugly Christmas Sweater Party at Lil' Robert's Place with live music by THE DEEP STATES starting at 8:00 PM on Dec 20.

📍 Huntersville - Enjoy acoustic melodies with Adam Daniels at Neoteric Brewing on Dec 21.

📍 Gastonia - Celebrate with Not Quite New Year's Eve Party with Poison'us at The Rooster on Dec 28.

CLOSING NOTES
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Keep Rocking,
Angel | Charlotte Jams Editor

p.s. It’s almost 2025 ya’ll, we almost made it! I believe in us. 💌

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