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Photos by: Dianna Augustine
See the Nick Oliveri gallery here..
Nick Oliveri who is well known for his part in the band of Queens of the Stoneage and has been labeled as a big part of their earlier sound came to visit us humble heads in Charlotte, NC. It was a cool night and after watching Lamb Handler rip up the stage I was pretty excited to see what Nick had to offer. It was a mixed set of jokes and serious lyrics and a pounding vocal raping our ears. His song "I want you to fuck off and die" was something to start the show with and really set the temperance to the crowd. Looking around he had quite a following of awe struck gazers that quite possibly could not believe they were about to be able to meet someone they have worshiped for so long. He was a nice fellow, down to earth, but with his outer shell I can see why some would have been scared a little. Seriously, a long goatee and tats (how stereotypical of anyone! I have tats, I'm not scary! heh) anyway.. and an acoustic guitar that has 666 largely printed on it. What is not to love? He's like a singing , strumming , and talking god on the stage and when he comes off he is as down to earth as can be. He opened his mouth and there was real talent there. I'm glad he has taken a mini break from fronting Mondo Generator (since 1997) to do this tour. It was a great show and something I'm glad I was there to be a part of.
Nick Oliveri gallery here..
Photos by: Dianna Augustine
See the Lamb Hander gallery here..
Lamb Handler (Rock) from Charlotte, NC have been a band rocking the Carolina's since 2006. This time around seeing them it was at a different venue. Different venues leave some space open for change and not just sound change but approaches on the stage. The band decided to do a semi-acoustic set. Boy were they on point! This was my favorite Lamb Handler show yet, it had a bit of a Alice in Chains meets Dropkick Murphy’s and a bit of Queens of the Stoneage thrown in there for good measure- vibe. The Canyoneros would really mesh greatly with them, I'd love to see a song done together with both bands. Lead singer Moe Lassiz was fit to be tied tonight as his vocals were spot on and sharp as a tack. I found myself mesmerized at small moments and frozen in song. Other moments I was dancing and yucking it up with their hardcore fan base. They have an amazing push with self promotion and have made all the right friends to play all the right music with them. A Lamb Handler show is always a party.
The band grows exponentially with each show and I hope to see then some more with larger names in the near future.
Catch them at a show soon:
Feb 20 Double Door Inn w/Hick’ry Hawkins & Vulture Whale Charlotte, North Carolina
Feb 26 New Brookland Tavern w/NYDV & Up With The Joneses Columbia, South Carolina
Feb 27 The Caledonia Lounge w/ The Matt Kurz One, Shallow Palace & Chrissakes Athens, Georgia
Mar 6 The Nick w/ Vulture Whale Birmingham, Alabama
Lamb Hander gallery here..
Photos by:Ryan Harmening
See the Those Darlins gallery here..
Those Darlins consists of three gals that like to rock. They are artistic, pleasant, and down to earth. All of them sing in the group, all of them write, it's basically badasses on the stage, off the stage. A hint of country, a hint of punk and a whole lot of talent. They hail from Murfreesboro,Tennessee. Those Darlins have a female empowerment movement just by their presence an avid knack for knowledge of random strange things and also have been around for a while forming and performing all the way in 2006. I love the realness to their lyrics and their unabashed gender specific ways. They are a force to be reckoned with no matter what you are carrying in your pants! ~Dia
Photos by:Ryan Harmening
See the Rise Against gallery here..
Rise Against,(Chicago, IL) are labeled as a punk rock band, I'd say that would be the radio punk rock... their on the radio frequently with their hit "Savior" it's on at least once an hour. What some fans may stop at. Their album is a very different divulge into their punk sound and a good change of pace for those fans that want more than one hit a CD. It's a catchy upbeat tuned band with some fun lyrics, and definitely talented members. They have been on the front since 1999 and still going strong. They are in the Vans Vegan ranks and are strong supporters of the healthy lifestyle and openly supported Barrack Obama on his campaign. A band that isn't afraid to stand for something, breath of fresh air. Their live show is CD quality and Charlotte cannot wait to see them around the bend again!
Photos by:Ryan Harmening
See the Advent gallery here..
Advent, hardcore band from North Carolina hit the stage earlier this year. Their new album "Naked and Cold" came out late last year and has been having a good reception. A show of theirs is full of straight up energy and of course some hard core dancing. Their music is get your blood pumping and make you scream right along sort of things. I can't sit still a single moment. Might be one of the reasons Ryan took up the reigns and shot this show. A feel good work out show, catch em!
Photos by:Ryan Harmening
See the Sent By Ravens gallery here..
Sent by Ravens (Columbia, SC) an alternative, catchy post-hardcore band played for a grand crowd one night not so long ago in Charlotte. They have a clean sound where lyrics come through like daggers. But the lyricism is also potent. Great lyrics add for a dynamic with fans alike. "Falling into your water, take me deeper". You can relate to their songs, get lost in them. Their singers voice is creamy and powerful and drummer hands down you can see a conflict of wanting to straight out blast beat but holds back enough. That restraint earns props from this side of the fence. It's almost a step into pop hardcore. I can see them going far, we will check back frequently with this band and keep you all up to date!
Photos by:Ryan Harmening (his website)
See the Switchfoot gallery here..
Switchfoot are an American Christian rock band from San Diego California were founded in 1996. They are best known for their smash hits "Dare You to Move" and "Learning to Breathe", as well as several other. With their energetic and cohesive stage show their show is a great addition to the Charlotte scene. They are sometimes deemed as a favorite of the Queen city among fans if you talk to enough of them. They have a very broad fan base and have played some memorable shows such as their Habitat for Humanity tour that landed more than $100,000 in donations to those in need. Lead singer Jon Foreman has one of those distinctive voices that no matter where he is singing or filling in you know, hey that is JON! Their signature sound is due to three lead guitars which is not always the norm in rock and roll! They always seem to meet you with a smile on stage and off and keep the professional and heart-into it level fully pumped. Please check out the new gallery by our talented photography Ryan Harmening.
Photos by:Ryan Harmening (his website)
See the Paper Tongues gallery here..
The Paper Tongues are a Charlotte native band that have really taken off in the past few years. I remember covering their show right before they went on their first big tour, might I rephrase that. I was supposed to but some related illness came up. Read the interview a colleague had taken and was disappointed to not see them again. I remember I saw them once where all of them were in white linen outfits, it was almost a spiritual experience in the loosest way possible. It gave a moment for the music to be the focus and not everything else. No labels, no stereotypes just wonderful music with an infallible lead singer Aswan North and a sick drummer to lead to some really amazing quirky song outputting. For the most part the entire line up of the band minus the lead singer has changed yet again showing how strong a leader he can be. They've been going full steam ahead and I expect more to hear of this band in 2010 and beyond. Check out the gallery and let us know any band you think we should cover. Send in your requests!
Photos by:Dianna Augustine
See the The Red Chord gallery here..
The Red Chord,formed in 1999, is an American grindcore band (also referred to as technically proficient instrumental death metal with a grind backing with a progressively experimental touch) from Massachusetts. Vocalist Guy Kozowyk and a former guitarist are the original members. The line up now is guitarist Mike "Gunface" McKenzie, bassist Greg Weeks and drummer Brad Fickeisen. Their second album, Clients, was released in 2005 and sky rocketed them to some metal fame with a solid album, and a lot of tours under their belt they set out and wrote their new album, 2009's Fed Through The Teeth Machine, The Red Chord debuted at No. 180 on the Billboard 200 chart with this album. Currently they were on a US tour and have come off the road as of yesterday. Soon they will be heading over seas yet again to reek havoc on their fans ears and rip off some faces. I remember the first time I saw them some 4-5 years ago the crowd was one of the most fun I had ever experience. Guy jumped into the crowd and booted me in the head on the way over and way back and I was still up and shooting and screaming into the mic when given the chance. Their show this time led in with a lot of their new songs I'd never seen live but of course had some of the fan favorites such as "Dreaming in Dogyears" and "Antman". Their hit single "Dread Will Prevail" had me belting out toward the mic and capturing some fun fan moments. Last song always has the band bringing their fans up on stage for an open mic time, I love this time, you bond with the band more and even if the venue does not allow you up on stage they will come to you! They've toured with some amazing bands and a lot of times I see them is when they are touring with GWAR, fun show but I was not risking my gear to get all messed up with their big guns of red water.
So I took like three photos from the back..
Down to the night was Job For A Cowboy had to cancel due to vehicle troubles, I can't wait to see them next time around!
Fun fact I get asked a lot about the band is about their name. The band's name actually is derived from Alban Berg's opera Wozzeck, in which a schizophrenic man slits his lover's throat, then reverts to his normal self and asks, "My love, what is that red cord across your neck?"Not sure a fun fact, but a fact none the less. We hung out with the band some and shot some silly shots, even with my temperamental gear and got to see another amazing Red Chord performance. See them if you can!
Photos by:Ryan Harmening
See the gallery here..
Grammy Award-winning rock band Train, from Ca came to Charlotte and landed on The Fillmore Charlotte's stage for a night of rock and fun this month. With them came a fun band to see Uncle Kracker. Train has sold over 4 million albums in the US and had several top 20 hits. The top three most notable singles they have had are "Meet Virginia" · "Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me)[won a Grammy Award for Best Rock Song, as well as a Grammy Award for Best Arrangement and went on to be Train's first multi-platinum album]" . and "Calling All Angels"· Lead singer Pat Monahan is a monster on stage engaging the crowd like no ones business. The band took a large hiatus from the stage and touring game to spend some much needed time with family and friends. Since that break they also went back to the bands three original members with the departure of Johnny Coltbass (formerly of The Black Crowes original line up) and Brandon Bush(keyboards). Early August Train released their first single in over 3 years, "Hey Soul Sister,". Their new album Save Me San Francisco was released on October 27, 2009 and they have been on the road since. Seasoned artists tend to know exactly how to work a crowd and put on that fabulous show, if not why would they still be around?
Photos by:Ryan Harmening
See the gallery here..
Uncle Kracker AKA Matthew Shafer is an American country-rock musician, most popularly known for his hit singles "Follow Me", "Smile", and "Drift Away". In 1987,he met the then unknown Kid Rock who was in a DJ competition with Kracker's brother. From that day forward they formed a musical kinship and with that Kracker ended up becoming Kid's DJ and stayed with him until the release of Kid's multi-platinum album, Devil Without a Cause. After this Kracker found it time to release his first solo album, Double Wide, adopting the stage moniker Uncle Kracker. Several albums later some charted, some did not but his style completely changed to take away all the poppy rap undertones so his fan base had to adjust. He was then featured on Chesney's track, "When the Sun Goes Down", which peaked at #1 on the Hot Country Songs chart. Then he ran into some legal trouble, mid August here in Cary, NC where he was accused on a felony charge of second-degree forcible sex offense. He plead guilty to a lesser charge of misdemeanor assault and was fined $1,500, given a year's probation, and ordered to undergo alcohol counseling. After this headache he hankered down and got to work on his fourth studio album "Happy Hour". The album had been tinkered with for close to five years but finally after all that time it was released in November of 2009. Featured on the album is country singer Jesse Lee (also on Atlantic Records) in a duet titled "Me Again". This album has a more country laden sound and has steered what Uncle Krackers career in a great new direction. He is out on the road touring extensively for this album and bringing this enchanting front man back to the good of life and on the right path to show us exactly what he is all about minus all the controversy!
Both photo sets by: Ryan Harmening check out his website www.ryancharlesphotography.com
Sometimes our photographers end up at the same show and give the fans a different view/eye on the concert. Ryan and Stephanie did just this. I updated the other day with a set from the David Cook, Green River Ordinance and The Script show.. now see Ryan's view of this concert in a wonderful set of images I was stoked to share. Check them out!
See the The David Cook gallery here..
See the Green River Ordinance gallery here..
See the The Script gallery here..
All 3 photos sets by: Ryan Harmening check out his website www.ryancharlesphotography.com
Been a bit some of us at Shutter16 have been away on vacations, others massively ill, but some of our wonderful staffers have been hard at work going to show after show! A show coming up tomorrow to see is The Red Chord, with GWAR, and Job For a Cowboy @ Tremont Music Hall. Doors are at 7:30pm come out and show some metal love! On to some photos from our lovely Stephanie Moore, little blurbs are from our photojournalist Dianna Augustine. Ryan is about to showcase several shows all at once so keep your eyes peeled all you music fans and check back in a lot this week! :)
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Photos by: Stephanie Moore
See the The David Cook gallery here..
David Cook, of Blue Springs, Mo is a 20 something with a furious talent who captivated millions of fans all over the world while winning "American Idol" in 2008. Some was whit and charm but for the most part it was his insatiated charm and soulful voice. He is an inspiring read, im doing reseach on this artist you will find he's tried many things in life but always came back to music. He ended up trying out for American Idol as a goof while he had originally accompanied his brother to the trials for moral support. Many knew instantly when he opened his mouth he was to win. He also, has written several intensely gripping songs of trials and tribulations one for his older brother who is battling brain cancer at the moment. He really struck a chord with me durimg this little article and I have been blasting his hit song "Light On' on repeat for quite a while now. What a great voice, writer, and heart.
He is known for still being all about his fans, coming out after every show to chill and sign autographs, he's been quoted to say it's all about them, they make me and without them there is no dream anymore. David has collaborated with an amazing slew of artists from former Soundgarden and Audioslave frontman Chris Cornell, Goo Goo Dolls frontman Johnny Rzeznik, Nixons singer/guitarist Zac Maloy, and Our Lady Peace frontman Raine Maida, who is one of Cook’s longtime idols. Look for a new album to be out this summer with a more hands on approach from David and a lot more heart and touch you until you weep ballads.
Photos by: Stephanie Moore
See the Green River Ordinance here..
Texas natives, Green River Ordinance give you a run for your money in the music world. It's a strange combination as if Rob Thomas (amazing song writer) gave birth to a writer who was spliced with 3rd eye blind's fun vocal styling doused with Counting Crowes delicious earth rock vibe and a lot of GRO in there. It would just start to describe this band. They have toured or open for the likes of Bon Jovi,Collective Soul, Tonic, Third Eye Blind, Hanson, SisterHazel, Blue October, Bowling for Soup, Simple Plan, and Flickerstick,
When accumulating some facts on the band what stood out was thinking of them as a few have described them down to earth family boys. They have their heads in the clouds soaring high with their ever growing career through years of hard work, talent and persistance... but on the rest of it they have their feet on the ground.. rooted heart in family, friends, amd fams alike. Their new album, Out of My Hands, came out earlier this year with producers Mark Endert (Natasha Bedingfield, Maroon 5, Gavin DeGraw), Jordan Critz and Paul Ebersold (Sister Hazel, 3 Doors Down, Third Day). It is quite a listen, such an emotional roller coaster sometimes you aren't sure which to do, laugh or cry but you are left with an evervescence of musical aftertaste leaving you longing for more. Their tender open lyrics lead you into a glimpse of life in their tour bus, at their Christmas table and gently resting your head to pillow with a sweet angelic voice taking your worries away.
Photos by: Stephanie Moore
See the The Script here..
Dublin's The Script, A "New Generation Sting" comes to mind when I first dive into The Script's myspace page. At a further listen I notice not only is this accurate but an obvious originality emerges from their layered music. Lead singer's Danny O'Donoghue voice almost beat boxes with with the drummer in time with some songs. It's a fast paced rock song to a post-hip hop song that is telling of adversary and overcoming. It's a mesh of some wonderful musical values, cool vocal effects which is part due to the fact all three members of the band are established producers. What a cool grouping of talents. Their debut album is out now and they been featured on VH1's Sober House and The Hills. Enjoy the photos!
David Cook(by: Stephanie Moore)
Green River Ordinance(by: Stephanie Moore)
The Script (by: Stephanie Moore)
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Photos by: Ryan Harmening check out his website www.ryancharlesphotography.com
See the The Matisyahu gallery here..
Matisyahu is an American Hasidic Jewish reggae musician His style is more a mix of r4eggae and hiphop to me. His major label debut Youth was produced by legend Bill Laswell. Youth was Billboard magazine's number-one Digital Album in 2006, he appeared once at Bonnaroo performing a solo set in front of an estimated crowd of over 10,000 people. With his candid demeanor and music almost exclusively performed in English he is one of the few artists boldly stating his religious preference in the eyes of the masses. He's so strict with his religion he will not perform on Friday nights in observance of the Jewish Sabbath. His third album, Light was released on August 25, 2009, along with the live EP Live at Twist & Shout that is he currently touring heavily for and will be well into 2010. While he has worked with such bands as P.O.D and The Crystal Method I look forward to what is to come with this artist he is one of the rarities.
Photos by: Ryan Harmening check out his website www.ryancharlesphotography.com
See the The Moon Taxi gallery here..
Moon Taxi, from Nashville, TN are a five-piece progressive rock-jam band with a lot of infused road dog experience on the stage. Their live set is hard to not move to. Members Trevor (vocals), Spencer (guitar), Tommy (bass), Wes (keyboards), and Tyler (drums) have just released a new live album in February 2009 called Live Ride. Now the band are out and about supporting the new album and winning over new fans in every city. For me they remind me of a great old blues club beer in hand. crab claws in the other and an amazing smell of patruli and other stuff jumping through the air. They would be amazing in NOLA or any where really. It's like the new wave Black Crowes meets the real world. Keep your concert schedules going and add them to a round!
See the The Stellas gallery here..
I'd heard nothing but great things about this foursome. They are Charlotte locals The Stellas , who are all about the love of music. They did a summer tour overseas for the troops and have seen some amazing tour-tastic times. With their poprock sound and chummy vibes it's an all around fun show. The show at Tremont was one of those hit or miss nights but they were professionals about it and didn't let it get to them. These nights are almost more fun for us photographers but that is for another article all together. The bands music has been featured on "90 Minutes"with Divakar" as well as several compilations. Please see their gallery here!
Shuffle Magazine had a party at The Visulite Theatre this past weekend and we dropped in to catch some good music.
See the Elonzo (from Shuffle Mag Party) gallery here..
Elonzo - This is the not first and not the last time I"ve seen of Elonzo. It was great to see them in a different venue and have them be apart of the great party Shuffle Magazine put on. They had some new songs debut and I really like the way they are sounding. Least some were new to me! Their earthy grit and back home sound continually resognates with my inner gal to dance a little while they are performing and the next moment hold back a tear. Heartfelt and talented are all things Elonzo. I'll see them again next time they are in town, they are on my "always see when in town" list as of this night. Had some fun with the new camera as well with them, please enjoy this gallery!
See the Magnetic Flowers (from Shuffle Mag Party) gallery here..
Magnetic Flowers, an energy burst of fun in the limelight. They set the stage with jumps and kicks and so much pump it was hard to sit down during their set. They had a lot of crowd interaction and were so much fun on camera. They are from Columbia South Carolina and have been around since 2005 and their new second album "What We Talk About When We Talk About What We Talk About" is available on CD Baby as well as ITunes. Great addition to the Shuffle Magazine party, look forward to a show of theirs again soon.
See the Pete Yorn gallery here..
Singer-songwriter Pete Yorn donned the stage of Amos Southend tonight to a packed out crowd. He’s known for several hits over the past 9 years of his career and has toured with many of the largest acts in America such as Cold Play, Dave Matthews Band and many more. He’s songs are featured on many grand movies some of which he’s written entire soundtracks for. His portfolio for a musician in general is quite amazing and with seeing him stand in front of me tonight and perform you can tell why. He’s nothing but professional, talented, and soul inspiring. Many bands/musicians flail around on stage for a showy good time of grand loud rock guitar pose photography while really going at their instrument. Mr. Yorn was very composed and straight forward he knows the talent under his belt and wants you to focus on the music. It reminded me of a superiorly talented young boy who would be shy about his work and hide behind small curtains to see how you liked his stuff. To not take away from it though he then came out of his shell and tore open the stage after his memorable slow melodic songs with some heart breaking ballads. What a great show, what a talented man, what a present to share with the world. Please see the gallery from tonight’s show
See the The Enemy Lovers gallery here..
The Enemy Lovers are a band of two brothers, the brothers Scroggs to be exact. Coming out of Ashville, NC. Seems to be a hot spot for superior entertainment I have just covered the band Stephanie’s ID from this same area. Their genre is most definitely alternative rock and with it they bring a fresh new look at the scene. I’d never much heard of the band or listened to their music until I set foot into the venue tonight. Usually there are some mediocre openers when it comes to a talented man like Pete Yorn , not every tour but semi-locals chomp at the bit for the spot and this time a successful bite was had. The band themselves were at ease on stage and hit each note perfectly even with a minor guitar malfunction the band had us singing along to a song while they fixed the problem. I belted my heart out to a song I not only liked but could relate to and with that, easily learn the words to. A band you can dance to, sing to, and relate to. They are on the brink of super rock-pop-tum keep your eyes peeled! In the meantime please see the gallery from tonight’s show
See the Stephanie's ID gallery here..
Stephanie's ID are a Indie pop-rock band from Ashville, NC. Don't let that label fool you, I'd say in my mind if I could or would compare them to anything dare I add Bjork in the mix minus the weird swan like outfit. They've been on tour for as long as I can remember and have seen some interesting days on the road. Their over the top sense of style in music and lead singer Stephanie Morgan’s voice that sends chills down your spine then tickles your funny bone. It's an outer body experience seeing Stephanie's ID. This late night show opened with their friend Cary Ann Hearst and in the late night when they donned the stage you turn around to a packed out house. The band and fans were so lost in the moment from midnight to 1:30 am flew right on by to where people were requesting they kept going but they only did one more song. With hand gestures, and giggles the songs progressed from old hits to brand new wonders. They tested out a song on us and with the response I'm sure it will be in rotation soon. Fans stepped in to grab some tamborines they put on the stage and shakers, and Cary Ann Hearst joined them on stage for a few songs. What a great combinations! This was the first time I've seen them with their new drummer Tim Haney. I've seen them before with several more band members when they feel like having a full blown special party. Their vast knowledge and addition of many instruments and pure raw talents makes Stephanie’s ID stand out. Again this has been a week of me seeing bands I saw when I first started my music photojournalism quest. Their older CD has spun in my player more times than once over the years and I'm sure it will keep doing the same until I wear the damn thing out!
Please check out Stephanie's ID and see them if you can. There will be an interview with the band soon! For now please enjoy the gallery from the other night.
See the Cary Ann Hearst Gallery Here
Cary Ann Hearst reminds me of the Janis Joplin of Southern Rock. The new wave Patsy Cline. Her raspy classic vocal styling stands her out in a crowd of thousands of artists that are trying to make it big on the scene. From the moment she opened her mouth to the unfortunate time it was for her set to be done she was magic. Cary Ann has this remarkable way to make you feel like she’s telling you stories of her life as a friend not some strange musician traveling through town. She captures your ears, eyes, and smiles while you sway to her music. I actually had tears welling up through a few songs it was such a resonating feeling of musical connection and that as a music fan on any level, is all I could ever ask for. From God lips to her voice box, you are in for a surprise when she opens up her mouth. Check out the gallery from the show and her website.
Sat down on a cold Charlotte night to talk with the band MIGGS. I'm not a stranger to their charm or vibrant quality live show. What a treat to get to interview them again four years later. Read the Interview with MIGGS and see what they have planned for 2010 and hear a little catch up I had with the band. Thanks to them, they are wonderful.
The backbone to the band MIGGS is their sensational lead singer Don Miggs, the support and extra talent comes from drummer Ryan Scarbrough and bassist Michael Lombardo . Makes it easy to see where the name comes from, but the name doesn’t much give you the idea of the experience you’re about to have hearing their music, seeing their show, or kicking back before/after the show with the band and have a cold one. I found my way to The Evening Muse on a cool night the beginning of November 2009. It brought me back to June of 2005, the first time I met the band. Back then it was a different line up and the end of the road for most of MIGGS. Talked with Don a little about this "When we came off the tour you last saw us on, we were to go home for a few weeks and go right back out. The guys voiced their opinion on staying home and not really wanting to go back on the road. This though, being on the road, playing the music, big or small venues.. This is what I’m supposed to do. What was I going to do, stay home and stare at the four walls?". It holds true to MIGGS character. Road dogs, road dogs with a skill to entertain large venues or small venues. They can take a room and make it theirs. "We prefer to play larger venues, a dream is to play an all arena tour, but these smaller intimate venues like the evening muse are wonderful as well". "It’s just a different dynamic at an arena, and one day I’d like to experience a tour like that" said Don.read more.....
See the Gareth Asher Gallery Here
Gareth Asher, from Atlanta Georgia is a rustic soulful singer. His Scratchy yet luscious voice draws you into his set immediately. There are bands that have to have those backup people to just push the envelop of somewhat artistic semblance but this is not the case for Mr. Gareth. He is a talent unto himself with a shy smile, a ferocious attack at a microphone so delicate like a moth to flame. He makes you want to pull up a chair with your lover, cuddle in front of a fire and make love for the first time. A wonderful set was performed at The Evening Muse, See the Gareth Asher Gallery Here
Jewel : By Stephanie Moore
You could have heard a pin drop in between notes of three time Grammy nominated artist, Jewel's, opening song, "Somewhere Over The Rainbow" Wednesday at the newly opened Knight Theatre in Charlotte. The audience, noticeably consisting of a mostly of mid-30 and older crowd, was hushed into a dead silence during this a capella spin on an old classic tune that everyone knows and loves. I couldn't even bring myself to photograph during this first song, as the click of the camera would have been disturbing. Unlike her peers, who also are known by one name (i.e. Madonna, Beyonce, etc) and despite her name, there was nothing flashy about Jewel's performance. The only flashy part of the multi-platinum artist on this night would be her giant, gold, shimmery, hoop earrings, which she even joked about. Jewel stood solo on the rather large stage with only a guitar and a small table consisting of a black coffee mug and a colorful flower arrangement. read more. Also, check out the gallery.