Interview by Jolene Rheault https://youtu.be/HItVZFKspVc Fuel the Scene Magazine sits down with JP Miller, guitarist and founding member of Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band, ahead of their October 10th show at The Visulite Theatre in Charlotte, NC. JP talks about the band’s evolution, returning members, new music, and what fans can expect from their high-energy... Continue Reading →
Interview by Jolene Rheault https://youtu.be/lCjeA8j6anc Fuel the Scene Magazine caught up with Florencia & the Feeling on their way to kick off their Couch Hangin’ Album Release Tour 2025! In this exclusive interview, the band talks about their brand new album Couch Hangin’ (out November 7, 2025), life on the road, and what fans can expect... Continue Reading →
(Jiu-Jitsu from left to right: Josh Anderson, Garret Nance, Anthony Rasmussen and Christian Helms, Riley Ferrar) Interview by A.G.M. (Life on the Charlotte Scene) Photos by Seth Rodriguez (@innerdisortion) --------------------------------------------“One on one, fight each other, the winner dies in the ambulance!” shrieks vocalist Christian Helms on stage, sweat-drenched blonde hair flying as his headbangs are... Continue Reading →
Hailing from Sumter, South Carolina, shoegaze band Scrlett brings their dreamy, distorted, and textured sound across North and South Carolina borders. Loosely founded in 2019, the group of friends, consisting of lead guitarist Austin Burdick, vocalist and rhythm guitarist Dalton Kirby, bassist Barry Simpson, and drummer Cameron Ellerbe, created Scrlett as a means of pursuing their passion for music; the band vicariously serving as a cathartic outlet for both Burdick and Kirby. At their Jambox show alongside bands Daisy Lace and Bluegill, I spoke to Scrlett about the therapeutic release of songwriting, the community found within the local music scene, and, of course--moshing grandmas.
Arin Garcia McCormack (L.O.T.C.S) Photos by Haley Smith (@smaleyhaley) and Seth Rodriguez (@innerdisortion) Photo by Haley Smith @smaleyhaley Armed with striking red jackets, bolo-ties, and leather, Wilmington-based rock band The Girls brings the dazzling and dramatic feel of 70’s glam rock visuals into the N.C. music scene with a punk-rock twist. Offering an energetic sound... Continue Reading →
In the Gutter with Charlotte’s Favorite Sludge-Punk Band By: A.G.M. (Life on The Charlotte Scene) Photos by: Seth Rodriguez (@innerdistortion) Mike Smith, Frontman and Vocalist of WASTOID. Photo Courtesy of Seth Rodriguez @innerdisortion. WASTOID– undoubtedly one of the Charlotte hardcore/ DIY scene’s most beloved and recognizable bands. With three Spotify album releases in 2022, including... Continue Reading →
Interview by Audrey Wilson REdEFIND is a nu-metal band from Greenville, SC that is signed to Godsize Records and has shared the stage with many notable acts such as Texas Hippie Coalition, Hed PE, Avatar, Butcher Babies, Bad Omens, and a lengthy list of local and regional bands. On April 21st, REdEFIND is releasing an... Continue Reading →
Photos and Writing by Dustie Bayer On Christmas Eve last year, I received a call with an invitation to check out a show at Snug Harbor. I had just returned from Nashville two weeks prior where I photographed live music for the first time, so the thought of capturing a show in my hometown made... Continue Reading →
By Audrey Wilson A few days ago I had the opportunity to sit down with two close friends of mine, Dylan Harley and Jake Woodard. Dylan and Jake have been hard at work with their brand “Welcome To The Family putting on shows and a festival in the Charlotte, NC area, with some shows branching... Continue Reading →
Jamie Starks, owner of Tommy's Pub - Photo by Joseph Prater This year has been challenging to say the least, and our musicians, artists, and venues have felt the impact just as much if not more than anyone else. 2020 should have been an amazing year. Huge festivals were on the horizon, major and local... Continue Reading →
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