9 Wilmington concerts to see this week
Editor's note: Because of floodwaters from Hurricane Florence, some touring bands may not be able to make it into the Wilmington area. Double check to make sure a show is happening before making plans to attend.
Genre-bending band from Boone has a wide range of tastes -- jazz, funk, Southern rock, reggae, jam, R&B and more. They're prone to take experimental journeys, making for colorful, heady stuff whether songs with vocals or instrumentals. Details: 9 p.m. Tuesday, 1 S. Front St., Wilmington.
A local singer-songwriter you haven't heard enough about. Ronner's voice oscillates between a smooth delivery and a husky, rocker's fire. Whether as a solo act or with former band The New Nation, Ronner's been making music in the area for over a decade -- textured Southern rock with blues, funk and soul influences. Details: 9 p.m. doors, 10 p.m. show, Wednesday, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach.
Sept. 26 @ Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
This concert has been rescheduled for March 31.
Vibrant, groove-heavy rock band from Orlando combines jazz and classic rock with a fun experimental side. Songs are soaked in funky guitar and keys, recalling '70s bands like Santana. Details: 10 p.m. Thursday, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach.
Lush, lovely, and sometimes piano-driven rock from this Richmond, Virginia, duo. At the heart is Kingsley's smooth, soulful voice that never shows off, and Americana music that's a must for fans of Levon Helm and St. Paul & The Broken Bones. One listen to "Moonshiner" and you're hooked. Details: 9 p.m. Thursday, 1 S. Front St., Wilmington.
Sept. 28 @ Satellite Bar & Lounge
Versatile alt-country singer-guitarist has an old time vibe and spicy, folk-tale-teller's tongue. A frequent visitor to Satellite, his album "The High Country" has a lot of stomp and heart, raspy singing and a rockabilly meets garage punk feel. Details: 9 p.m. Friday, 120 Greenfield St., Wilmington.
Sept. 28 @ Reggie's 42nd Street Tavern
You won't forget McHenry's singing, its thunderous passion and emotional power. She's been involved with N.C. rock bands (The Second Wife, Dirty Little Heaters), each one allowing for something different for her massive voice. With The Male Men and Bandolero. Details: 7 p.m. doors, 8 p.m. show, Friday, 1415 S. 42nd St., Wilmington. $10 in advance, $12 day of show.
Sept. 28 @ Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
Nashville indie rock and pop act is touring behind new album "Let the Record Play." Released earlier this year, it contains the viral hit "Two High" that was inspired by last year's Women's March. It helped them land a deal with RCA Records. With Ripe. Details: 6 p.m. gates, 6:30 p.m. show, Friday, 1941 Amphitheater Drive, Wilmington. $25-$35.
Asheville band plays vibrant music that combines soul and dance floor energy. Their albums are fun, and it translates well as a live act. Frequent Wilmington performers, their "Natural Mind" album displays a fancy for '70s-inspired funk and rock that fosters spacey, exploratory excursions. Details: 9 p.m. Saturday, 107 S. Front St., Wilmington.
Sept. 29 @ Satellite Bar & Lounge
Alt-country meets down home rock 'n' roll from this solid Carrboro band. Singer Dave Hedeman's gutsy, earnest vocals are backed by hearty, guitar-soaked music. It's fun, ragged material, with songs about "love, loss, and truth." Details: 9 p.m. Saturday, 120 Greenfield St., Wilmington.
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