Editor's Notes: Feb. 14, 2011
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Tru Sol headed to Charlotte?
In prompting folks to vote in this year's "Grand Strand Best Cover Band" contest last week, I came across an interesting tidbit which I had to follow up on regard one of the area's most well-respected party bands.
"Only only drawback in voting for Tru Sol is that they are probably leaving the beach for Charlotte, so we have a winner that is not here any longer," wrote MyrtleBeachPromotions.com owner Gary Farrington.
At closer look, there was indeed a status update from Tru Sol band president Dorian Samuel dated Feb. 6 that stated simply "Thinking real hard about moving to Charlotte."
The 30-some comments that followed ranged from those of the "please don't go" variety to the "congrats on moving on up..." type.
I followed up with Samuel to see if there was any truth to this rumor to which he confirmed the longtime local group is considering a move to the Tarheel state.
"We are really thinking about moving," he wrote. "I think It would be a great opportunity for us. Having set a date or anything yet, just brainstorming to see what's best...I will keep you posted."
Though it's hard to imagine not running across an occasional "Tru Sol Party" full of lively locals partying the night away, there's no doubt that even if the group does head north they'll still make frequent trips to their hometown where they've built such a solid following.
Check out the band's website here, read our past interview with Samuel and vocalist Sheryta Spears or check out details on their show tonight at Zulu Lounge.
ANNOUNCEMENT
Professional Idol 2012 coming to 2001
Local musician Andrew Thielen this week announced the launch of a upcoming competition called Professional Idol which will feature some of the best male and female professional vocalists in the Carolinas.
The event will be held March 10 at 2001 Night Club and will begin at 8 p.m. The night will feature local and regional talents such as Jackie Beaumont, JD Cash, Jenna McSwain, Rick Ramos, Gail Bliss, Pippa Zygmont, Larry Tanelli and other. Dancing with shag, beach, rock, motown, swing and big band music with the fabulous Andrew Thielen Big Band will follow the contest.
Guests will receive a ballot to vote for their favorite professional singer and song performances. All vocalists will be backed live by the Andrew Thielen Big Band, a 14-piece orchestra. Admission will be $15 at the door or $12 in advance online or with a 2001 VIP pass.
For more information call 843-280-2300. Advance tickets available at 2001 or online at www.bigbandonline.com.
LINK ROUNDUP
Rodeo Bar & Grill announces opening
• Rodeo Bar & Grill, which will occupy the corner of Celebrity Square that was Blarney Stone's has announced full details of it's Grand Opening Party March 1. This invite-only event will feature live music from 8-10 p.m. by the Josh Brannon Band (which has been elisted as the bar's house band) and will ope to the public at 10 p.m with Top 40 and country hits spun by DJ Supaskip. This will kick off a weekend full of grand opening events (full details here).
• The Sound Hole and Say I Won't Records are planning the local venue's first Battle of the Bands event for this summer with tentative dates set for June 15-16, 22-23 and 29. There are plenty of details on the rules and entry on the venue's Facebook page or you can contact Paul McKinney at sayiwontrecords@gmail.com for details on entry.
• Stool Pigeon's at Broadway at the Beach is hosting an amazing lineup of buzzworthy local and regional acts Friday night on a bill that includes Today The Moon, Tomorrow The Sun, The Winter Sounds, Moonlight Bride and Octopus Jones. Check out the event page for more details and to hear all the bands.
• Quigley's Pint & Plate @ Mingo, 257 Willbrook Ave., Litchfield Beach, will host Quigley's Oyster Roast Feb. 25 from noon to 6 p.m. featuring performances by Ten Toes Up and The Highliners. The event is free to attend.More details here.
• In non-local music news...the Bonnaroo 2012 lineup has been announced. The festival, which will take place June 9-10 in Manchester, Tn., will include aotable acts such as Radiohead, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Phish, The Beach Boys, Bon Iver, The Avett Brothers, Skrillex, The Roots, Foster The People, Ludacris, Ben Folds Five, Flogging Molly, Mac Miller, Black Star, Major Lazer, The Civil Wars and many more! Check out the full lineup here.
UPCOMING EVENT
Beach N' Boogie Weekend at Ocean Lakes
This Friday and Saturday, the Ocean Lakes Family Campground will host its 12th Annual Beach n' Boogie Weekend.
This event is for guests of the campground only, but will feature great beach music, food and activities for all ages. There will be live music by The Fantastic Shakers on Friday night and The Band of Oz will perform Saturday night. Shag lessons will be conducted by shag Hall-of-Famer Judy Duke.
"Beach n' Boogie is one of our most popular events and it just gets better and better each year," said Barb Krumm, Director of Marketing and Public Relations at Ocean Lakes Family Campground. "This year we welcome back two of our most popular bands voted on by our guests. They always put on an enthusiastic, fun show, and everyone leaves having a great time."
This year's winter has been exceptionally mild, especially in the Myrtle Beach area. Ocean Lakes Family Campground feels that the weather has played a big part in the success of this year's event so far by their increased number of tickets sold this year compared to years past.
Tickets for the Beach n' Boogie Weekend are $30 for adults and $15 for children 4-11. Each ticket entitles a participant to a wristband that is good for admission to all events. The wristband must be worn at all times. All events will be held in the Recreation Center.
For information, contact the Marketing Assistant and Events Coordinator at: info@oceanlakes.com or (843) 828-4833.
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