By Chris Nafekh, Staff Writer Published in print Sept. 3, 2014 At The Crown downtown above the Carolina Theater, The Agency Collective held their third monthly “Dance From Above” on Thursday, August 28. Walking down Greene Street, the music could be heard from outside. An old couple on the sidewalk sold fresh BBQ. Though they were unassociated with Agency Collective, it was a nice touch. … Continue reading Live art, beats bedazzle The Crown
By Siera Schubach, Staff Writer Published in print Sept. 3, 2014 Dr. Kevin Geraldi is an Associate Professor at the UNCG School of Music, Theatre and Dance. He is the Director of Orchestras in the school of music and oversees all orchestral programs, conducts the UNCG Symphonic Band and Symphony Orchestra. A distinguished musician and conductor, Dr. Geraldi has been the recipient of the prestigious … Continue reading UNCG Collage: An interview with Dr. Geraldi
By Chris Nafekh, Staff Writer Published in print Aug. 27, 2014 New York Pizza was hyped Friday night for local math-rock band Black Squares/White Islands and their first full length album. The band hosted an engaging night to kick off their east coast tour. The crowd was thriving; even after an unfortunate water bottle was thrown out of a moving car at an innocent bystander, … Continue reading Black Squares/White Islands on tour
By Siera Schubach, Staff Writer Published in print Aug. 27, 2014 Past and present merge in GreenHill’s “Light on China” exhibition, a photographic journey through a nation of contradictions. Seen through the lens of five different photographers, the exhibit showcases the complexities of a society moving forward while looking back. Artist Joe Lipka opens the exhibit with his very basic images of classic architecture from … Continue reading Greensboro gallery features “Light on China”
By Shanece Brent, Staff Writer Published in print Aug. 27, 2014 In the back area of Greensboro’s Scuppernong Books on South Elm Street, Laurie Lake White stood in front of a tall white window set in a rustic brick wall in preparation for her first formal book talk. Around her, several members of the Greensboro community gathered, including Ann Saab, former director of UNCG’s history … Continue reading UNCG alum releases first novel
By Spencer Schneier, Staff Writer Published in print Aug. 27, 2014 On a beautiful Thursday night in the historical district of Greensboro, Elsewhere museum and collaborative art space held an Artist Talk for new resident-artist Elizabeth Hamilton. Elsewhere is an exceptional setting, and a glimpse into humans and our interactions with the environment around us. Framed by an open window-front, the museum is the site … Continue reading Elsewhere provides unique glimpse into past, future
Imogen Heap has made significant contributions to modern music technology as of late. (above) By Sophia Lucente, A&E Editor Morrissey – World Peace is None of Your Business The former Smiths frontman is a lonely prophet disguised on a dancefloor, delivering obscure commemorations to artisans past and dismissing the world as we know it as mundane and politically corrupt. Echoing with dreamy guitar riffs and electronically-tinged instrumental … Continue reading Summer ‘14: The Playlist
By Shanece Brent, Staff Writer Published in print Aug. 20, 2014 Harden has established an expansive home studio in which he records and combines each individual instrument for his completed albums. (above) Stacy Harden is the mastermind behind the Chapel Hill based Americana band Manna Frost Trio. The bassist, drummer, guitarist, pianist and vocalist of the one man band is the creator of three albums … Continue reading Swan City Sounds, Manna Frost Trio: upcoming local projects
Greensboro locals The Bronzed Chorus concluded the day’s festivities. (above) By Chris Nafekh, Staff Writer Published in print Aug. 20, 2014 Students, musicians and radio die-hards gathered at Glenwood Books and Coffee on Monday July 28th, the night of WUAG’s 50th anniversary. Approaching the antiquated bookshop, the loud sounds of chatter and post-punk rock could be heard from blocks away. Vendors stood busy inside and … Continue reading WUAG turns 50
By Sophia Lucente, Staff Writer Welcome to Greensboro – where art is not only born but is systematically, creatively dispersed by news-worthy forces of good. One such force is Amplifier, our city’s newest source for cultural reporting whose Volume II, Issue 1 release Friday night at the Blind Tiger drew hundreds of local art patrons. Amplifier was founded in April 2013 by UNCG English alumnus … Continue reading Amplifier ‘zine establishes second volume, website
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