nc local music

02/17/2012 | 7pm | $10.00

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Watch this video for samples of our artists. Or scroll down to visit the artists webpage, and to get a link to a map for The Berkeley Cafe

Please note Parking is available directly behind the Berkeley Cafe or in the parking deck at the corner of Davie and McDowell Street 404 S McDowell St, Raleigh (1 block directly behind Berkeley Cafe across the street from the Firestone) *** Please note if you park on the other side of the fence and not directly behind berkeley or in the parking deck , you will be towed!!***

We will have prizes from The Carolina Hurricanes, The Carolina Panthers, The Durham Bulls, The Carolina Rollergirls,8th Sin Coffee, , Stephanie Rose Photography, and Blue Water Spa!

Blue Water Spa will also be donating: - One Month of Unlimited LED GentleWaves Photomodulation Treatments ($400 value)

- Microdermabrasion with LED GentleWaves Photomodulation Treatment ($145 value)

and more!!!

Sofree

SoFree. So real. So fine. So right! SoFree Wisdom was born in Landstuhl, Germany. A prodigy from the start, this tremendous artist was literally singing at the same time she was learning to utter sounds. As she grew, this phenomenal talent only advanced her musical abilities. Whitney Houston, Alicia Keys, Michael Jackson, Mariah Carey, and Usher are just some of the singing giants that she admired and was inspired by. From the tender age of 8, SoFree has been creatively challenging herself with her musical acumen. She has immense writing skills coupled with the talent for arranging her own songs. She continues to write, adding gripping life stories from those she observed along with her life experiences. SoFree Wisdom has remarkable skill regarding her vocal range. For years she was strictly a soprano. But as her voice matured she developed a beautiful alto sound. Her objective with her musical career is to touch the hearts of millions around the world, as her musical idols have done for her. Ever the caring individual, SoFree cannot wait for the day that someone says to her “SoFree, your song really got me through a hard time, thank you so much.” To be able to help someone and give them inspiration and encouragement during a difficult time it’s what she longs for. SoFree is also a full-time mother. Her daughter is her heart and soul and SoFree’s greatest inspiration. As SoFree states, “She saved my life and I thank God for her every chance I get. She also inspires me to be the best woman that I can be not only for myself, but for her.” With SoFree possessing a bright, intelligent, and engaging personality combined with incredible voice, her musical career has many great things in store.

Kim Dicso

Connecticut-native Kim Dicso has been performing as a solo artist in and around Wilmington, NC since 2006. She has built a steady following as an acoustic act, performing at venues such as House of Blues in Myrtle Beach, SC and The Pour House in Raleigh, NC as well as Wilmington venues such as 16 Taps,The Whiskey, Juggling Gypsy, Bottega, The Soapbox, Costello's, and Harvey's Tavern in Burgaw, NC. She is a prolific songwriter trained in classical and jazz trumpet, piano, and is a self-taught guitarist.

She was a founding member of the rock band NeverForever from 2008-2010 and wrote lyrics for and did lead vocals on the album 11.

Kim continues to play solo shows in the Wilmington area, sharing her original music as well as her unique take on cover songs. She is currently putting together a backing band to help her bring her songs to life on stage as well as in the studio for a full-length album.

The Design

The music of tHE.DESIGN is informed by at least a generation of great rock music, in the words, the sound, arrangement and style, and they put that all together into an exciting CD which is fun to listen to. They remind you of their roots, but they sound like themselves.

It's a thrill to hear a band that seems to say, "We're putting out a great rock album." No niches or micro-niches. And why? Because we can. It’s like climbing Everest because it’s there, or pointing in the stands to where the home run is going to go. And if enough people hear this CD and get hooked on it like I did, Raleigh will have a much better reason to be on the national pop music "map" than being the home of Clay Aiken. -article by Cal Nordt

Monika Jaymes Band

The Monika Jaymes Band Album :There You Are review The legendary Bev Paul, former general manager of Durham's Sugar Hill Records, likes her. That’s good enough for me! "Jaymes has a big, warm voice that moves easily from bluesy rock to soulful country without missing a lick",says Paul. She's right. Monika Jaymes is a singer/songwriter based out of Fuquay-Varina, NC. There You Are shows influences like Fleetwood Mac, which is no surprise. She has been writing songs and playing in bands since the age of 13. In 1998, she was chosen to perform at World Special Olympics. This poetic pop artist is sure to continue along this path of success. The songs are well written, warm, and welcoming. So it should come as no surprise that Jaymes was a semi-finalist in the very competitive ISC (International Songwriters Competition. Dave Rose : Deep South Raleigh Downtowner

Scarlet Virginia

"Listen. Scarlet Virginia has secrets. Front porch backwoods summer evening muse secrets. The kind that linger on in the air long after the fireflies have gone and the distant highway noise settles down for the night. The kind that make you feel happy and sad and contrite and whimsically optimistic all at the same time because somewhere deep into that thick Southern American night seep the ghosts ...of what might have been and what may never be. And so we all go into that all-encompassing darkness of time, blind but for the music."

Scarlet Virginia is Lindsey Collins (who writes, sings, and plays acoustic rhythm guitar, mandolin, banjo, and tries to play the accordion), Mike Shelby (who plays lead acoustic and electric guitars, mandolin, and sings harmonies), Katharine Liang (who plays the violin, piano, and sings harmonies), Ben Halliday (who plays the bass guitar), and Kyle Duppstadt (who plays the drums and percussion).

The Lawn Darts

The best cover band in Raleigh, NC -bar none. Comprised of professional musicians who have been on the scene for many years, The Lawn Darts are your best bet for entertaining your club, festival, wedding reception or private party. The Lawn Darts provide a complete sound and light show as well as the best music from today and years past. The Lawn Darts will bring a complete entertainment package ready to rev up and engage any crowd.

The Berkeley Cafe is located at 217 W. Martin Street Raleigh NC 27601

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03/09/2012 | 7pm | $5.00

RUSTHONEY(indi rock)

Rusthoney is a Grunge/Alt Rock band from Sanford, North Carolina. Influenced heavily by 90s rock bands like Stone Temple Pilots, Soundgarden, and Pearl Jam, Rusthoney has Grunge attitude and intensity while maintaining a sense of melodic beauty.

Long Time Gone

Long Time Gone covers music from the folk-rock era - primarily Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young's storied musical career - providing an enchanting evening of entertainment for the generations of CSN&Y fans.

Electric, acoustic, even pre-CSN&Y music from the Buffalo Springfield, Byrds, Hollies, and Manassas years are included. We even branch out to include songs by the singer/songwriters from the Laurel Canyon era like Jackson Brown and Poco among others.

LTG is not your typical rock 'n roll band. Harmonies abound with multiple instrumentation such as banjos, dobros, lap steel guitars and harmonicas to go along with electric and acoustic guitars.

Come see us and hear us - our sound will bring back pleasant memories and create new ones!

Luna's Lament (acoustic set) fans of: Tool, Kittie, Otep, Flyleaf, Evanescence, Black Sabbath, Pink Floyd, etc

The Resonance Cascade (indi rock)

03/23/2012 | 9pm | FREE!

Crystal Bright and The Silver Hands

"This is what it would sound like if Kate Bush were to genetically fuse with Danny Elfman and Dresden Dolls in some strange biological experiment." The group is led by Crystal Bright with her educational background in Anthropology and Ethnomusicology and experiences playing in groups that varied from Mariachi and Ugandan to Chinese and Indonesian gamelan ensembles.

Crystal sings and plays accordion, musical saw, concertina, adungu (Ugandan harp), bombo (Argentinian drum), and various others. She is very fortunate to be playing with some amazing multi-instrumentalists and you will find 1-4 of them accompanying her depending on the occasion.

A Tin Djinn

Step right up, ladies and gentleman...dissenters of distilled pop and orphans of the hipster revolution. Experience the phantasmagoric stylings and incomparable force of awe that is A tin djinn. Rising from the ashes of former stalwart Nashville outfit, 'Milkshake?' comes this rather undefinable trio. Lead by formidable archetype, majestic visionary, enforcer of paisley, ambassador of embroidery, and masterful instructor in the art of the muse, on guitar & vocals Eliot Wilcox! But he's not alone folks, he has with him a new face. The young Zulu warrior, with the echoing voice that resonates for days, the volatile, dazzling, furious bass slapper with a smirk that will cease you in your shivering stance, Gary (The Furious) Collins! And the newest addition to the group of Mad Men, a super-heroic talisman of hedonistic transmissional voom. On drums & vocals, the diabolical boom boom crooner, sarcastic, slap stick, black lipstick mother bitch with a "bag" full of tricks........Steve Tucci (aka Tooch)!......A tin djinn has set out to breathe a breeze of the bazaar into the local music scene of Raleigh. Lock up your children and hide the chiffon. A tin djinn is coming to a theatre near yooz!

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04/20/2012 | 8pm | $8.00

BPL (Boone)

BPL is an original hip hop and funk group from Boone, North Carolina. Their music meshes the best of authentic soul and funk with a fresh hip hop mentality. They bring high caliber lyricism, musicianship, and arrangements that appeal to the most discerning music fans. They have managed to balance this with a sound that will stay with even the most casual listeners. BPL’s unmatched live show is guaranteed to rock the crowd at every venue they play. Their debut LP ‘Higher’ (NuSouth, 2009) unites the explosive energy of their shows with refined songwriting and production into a classic record for the people.

Black Heart Kings (RALEIGH)

Rock / Fusion Rock Driven by passion, steered by creative inspiration, and chassied by the focus of those hungry enough to succeed the trio had huge ideas to take all genres of music and make a musical language that had never been addressed before. "You know, it was a little strange at first when we first met each other and began playing with each other because we weren't sure how all of our styles would mesh." Answered Ross during a small bio interview. "Nate is a HUGE DMB fan. I'm a HUGE Allan Holdsworth/Fusion fan and Dave.....ahhh well dave is just dave haha." laughed Ross after being asked about musical styles and tastes. It was only the beginning of such a band and such a sound; it was the smell and taste of passion that brought these guys together.

The Balance

The Balance hails from Raleigh, North Carolina. Blending styles such as Fusion, R&B, Jazz, Rock, and Soul, The Balance has the lyrical strength and musical song craft that lives up to it's name. Known for their stellar musicianship, live improvisation, crowd participation, witty and socially conscious rhymes,and dynamic live show,

Down By Five

Down By Five is a 3 piece rock band, bringing a fresh sound to the Raleigh music scene. Their infectious hooks, rocking guitars, and killer rhythm section are winning new fans daily.

Down By Five has something for everyone. Whether you are looking for in your face rock, groovy jams, or beachy tunes about summer, this is the show for you.

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01/22/2012 | 7pm | $12.00

That's right, they're back...and they're bringing a few friends with them this time!

$8adv/$12dos. Get in at the door for $8 w/ a ticket stub from the Jan 21st show at The Rock Shop.

PSYCHOSTICK

VENTANA (MEMBERS OF MUSHROOMHEAD)

CIRCUS OF DEAD SQUIRRELS (MEMEBERS OF MUSHROOMHEAD)

AS SUMMER DIES

ENEMY IN DISGUISE

KILLING THE CATALYST

12/02/2011 | 7pm | $5.00

Chris Groch, Jason Hazinski, Bobby and Katie, and Jason Hoover take on Deep South The Bar!!

Jason Hoover is a Raleigh Native, also living and playing in many other locals. The k house sessions are his last EP, and his newest is Just Now Waking. The music, we will let speak for itself.

11/05/2011 | 8pm | $16.00

Buy Advanced tickets here!

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/204941

$12 adv/$16 dos This show will sell out! Get your tickets early!

Doors 8pm

Zach Myers of Shinedown returns to Raleigh.

If you saw him last time, you know it's a show not to miss. If you missed his last show, here's your chance to have one of the most entertaining and intimate nights of live music you'll ever have.

Talk with Zach, meet Zach, even help him pick out his set for the night! Highly entertaining, and highly interactive, Zach will share the stage with Zack Mack of The Zack Mack Band. 2 guitars, 1 keyboard are all they need to keep you enthralled for hours! This show will sell out!

Specials guests

Young Cardinals

The Basics

10/29/2011 | 8pm | $10.00

Advance tickets available at

https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/204959

$7 advance, $10 day of show

COSTUME CONTEST WITH PRIZES! SHOW YOUR DEVIANT SIDE!

PARABELLE

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100 Yorktown

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Young Cardinals

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10/08/2011 | 9pm | FREE!

Parasite Drag

With their previous project TRANSIENT having run its course, Dave Dorsey (guitar/vocals) and Steve Smith (drums) along with the new additions of Cary Rowells (bass/ex-Confessor) and Marcus Williams (guitar/ex-Age of Despair continue their music endeavors with the launch of PARASITE DRAG, an all original heavy rock unit based out of Raleigh, NC.

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