Afroman to play Drink!

Afroman may not be a name that many music fans recoginize, but there's a certain crowd — mostly high school and college students in the early 2000s and pot smokers — who remember his 2001 top 10 hit "Because I Got High" with a certain fondness. For those former fans and anyone else looking for a night of fun, party tunes, the rapper will bring his 40oz iPod Tour to Drink! on Oct. 15.

The amicable rapper, whose albums include "The Good Times" "Afronolic" and "Waiting to Inhale",  made his mark on the music world making good-natured, hard-partying tracks about drinkin and smoking the night away.

But after so many years of practicing what he preached, Afroman realized he had substance abuse issues and cleaned up his act. He still performs the party anthems that made him a hit, but has also focused his newer work on some different themes.

"I caught a lot of flak for having so many drug references in my music, so I wanted to give cats a few songs that are really good but don't say anything about drugs," reveals the singer. "For example, on 'Cali Swangin',' I'm talking about low-riding, which I really love to do. That's one of my hobbies -- it's kind of like skateboarding to me. I've also got another tune called 'Just My Paranoia' that's simply my interpolation of the song 'Just My Imagination.'"

He's currently touring the southeast with about 20 shows in the Carolinas, Georgia, Florida, Alabama and Mississippi over the next two months. For more information on the tour or to listen to Afroman's music, click here.

Here's the details for the Oct. 16 Shows in Myrtle Beach:

Flyer for Afroman Shows in Myrtle Beach

Legends in Concert to make move to Broadway at the Beach

The new Legends in Concert, home of shows in Myrtle BeachLegends in Concert, a chain of theaters known for its tribute artist performances, announced today that it has entered a long-term partnership with Burroughs & Chapin Company, Inc, to perform its live shows in Myrtle Beach. The agreement means that the attraction, which is currently located at 301 Business S.C. 17 South, Surfside Beach, will soon occupy the former Club Kryptonite building adjacent to Planet Hollywood at Broadway at the Beach.

The performer line-up for the new theater, which is scheduled to debut on March 11, 2011, will be released in the coming weeks.

Legends in Concert, owned by the Las Vegas-based entertainment production company On Stage Entertainment, first burst onto the Las Vegas stage nearly 30 years ago, and owns locations in Las Vegas, Branson, Mo., on international cruise ships, and at multiple live venues around the country.

The Surfside Beach Legends location, which took over the former Carolina Opry building nearly 15 years ago, will end its 2010 season early to allow adequate construction time for major renovations before opening at its new location.

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Performances at Legends In Concert's current theater in Surfside Beach will continue through Wednesday, Oct. 6. For more information on Legends in Concert, or ticket availability for its final shows in Myrtle Beach, visit www.legendsinconcert.com.

"We love the intimacy of our new venue, and our loyal Legends fans and new guests are certain to enjoy the renovations, as well as the introduction of many exciting enhancements,” said Chris Beattie, regional general manager for Legends in Concert. “We look forward to the future in our fabulous new state-of-the-art entertainment facility. Our new location will enable our fans to enjoy a fantastic array of over 100 hotels, restaurants, shopping destinations and other entertainment attractions that will only be steps away from our front door.”

The new theater is being designed by architect Tom Miller of Miller Design Services of Myrtle Beach. The renovations will result in a classic, yet comfortable Las Vegas-style showroom which will be a uniquely-styled public assembly venue in the Myrtle Beach marketplace.

Legends in Concert's new home will boast 600 seats. Its innovative design will create an intimate concert space. Each cushy, relaxed seat will have great sight lines to the stage and generous legroom. Spectacular projection screens will be positioned around the theater. The performances will take place daily, utilizing a similar seasonal weekly schedule well-known by Grand Strand fans.

Bonner's Beloved to play Droopy's

Dearly beloved Myrtle Beach locals spot Droopy's -- who has made a reputation for bringing in a variety of up-and-coming acts on Wednesday nights -- will host folk group Ryan Bonner and The Dearly Beloved tonight beginning at 10 p.m.

The show will be a chance for Charleston native Bonner and his band to bring their honest style of acoustic-driven folk music to a beach crowd who would rather get out and groove to some live music than batten down the hatches as Tropical Storm Nicole rolls through the area.

In addition to Bonner — a multi instriumentalist raised on James Isalnd — the act consists of The Dearly Beloved, an ensemble composed of Cory Jarrett on mandolin and guitar, Josh Smoak on keys, Malin Wagnon on Bass, and Jack Friel on drums. The group came together after Bonner returned to Charleston from four years of studying and playing shows at Clemson University in 2008.

At that time they began working on their debut album "Monsters in the Hallway" which was released earlier in March as an EP. 

Here's a sample of "Anna Leigh" a free download of the album, which is available along with a few  other "Monsters" track at http://ryanbonnerandthedearlybeloved.bandcamp.com/

Ryan Bonner & The Dearly Beloved "Anna Leigh"

With the help of Smoak—who doubles as the band's producer— Bonner and the Beloved split time recoding the album together at their own Blue Curtain Studios and at Echo Mountain Studios in Asheville, N.C. under the direction of Danny Kadar. Kadar has worked with big names such as The Avett Brothers, My Morning Jacket, and Stevie Ray Vaughn.

According to Bonner pinning down the band's sound can be tough to confine to a single genre, but on some songs you can’t help but compare it to Ryan Adams or Jeff Tweedy (of Wilco fame).

Those who make it out can expect plenty of the band's original songs — earnest melodies driven by emotion and punctuated by an occasional burst on the harmonica — but will also likely hear a few covers mixed into the set.

"We always throw two or three covers into a set," Bonner told the Post & Courier earlier this year. "We do some Rolling Stones. We've done a Bright Eyes song or two. We've done some Beatles. We try to mix it up. You can't go wrong with the Beatles."

As for what's to come for Bonner and the group.  Future plans include recording Bonner's own full-length album touring, song-writing and melding musical avenues.

"We've got some new stuff that we're already working on for the next record," he said.

He adds, "We really want to play out of town and in some other markets," a good sign for Myrtle Beach fans who make it out to tonight's show and like what they hear.

Bailey pushes the limits tonight

"Pushing the Limits," a concert featuring Coastal Carolina University artist-in-residence Steve Bailey and Mike Stern along with special guest Jeff Sipe, returns to tonight to CCU'S Wheelwright Auditorium at 7:30 p.m.

Bailey has played with Willie Nelson, Lynyrd Skynyrd and James Moody. He also teaches at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington.

Stern is a six-time Grammy nominee, and was part of the Miles Davis band. He was nominated for Grammys in 1994, 1996, 2001 and 2006.

Sipe, an American drummer, is a founding member of the Cajun Slamgrass Band and played in the Zambiland Orchestra. 

General admission is $10 to $15. CCU alumni, senior citizens (65+), Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) members and teens aged 11 to 17-years-old receive a $5 discount.  Children ages 10-years-old and under are admitted for $5. Coastal Carolina University and Horry Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) students are allowed one ticket per valid ID for $5, and University and HGTC faculty and staff are allowed two tickets per valid ID for $10 each.

To purchase tickets, call Wheelwright Auditorium Box Office at 843-349-2502 Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. or visit www.coastal.edu/culturalarts/tickets.html.

Darryl Worley to headline Barefoot Resort 10th anniversary

Barefoot Resort in North Myrtle Beach is celebrating its 10th anniversary Sept. 24-25 and will cap off a weekend full of events with a live concert by Darryl Worley on Saturday, Sept. 25.

Worley, who has built an impressive career scoring 19 charted singles, several award nominations, and record sales of more than 1.5 million albums will take the stage at 7:30 p.m. for a free outdoor concert.  The country star's hits include No. 1 singles: "I Miss My Friend," "Awful, Beautiful Life" and "Have You Forgotten." He is currently set to release "God & Country," a forthcoming six-pack (EP) on Stroudavarious Records, scheduled to be out this fall.

Opening for Worley will be the Jay Kennedy Duo (1 p.m.-3:30 p.m.) and the Josh Brannon Band ( 4-6:30 p.m.). The weekend will also feature live music by Tru Sol at the Barefoot Resort driving range on Friday, Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. and a jazz breakfast at The Dye Club on Sunday, Sept. 26.

Non-musical activities include a golf clinic, community yard sale, vendors, kids activites, vendors, a scavenger hunt and more. For more information and a full list of events visit www.barefootresortcelebration.com. 

Bluegrass society to host The Morris Brothers, Cabin Creek

Those who love the downhome sounds of bluegrass will want to head out to Conway Saturday as the Rivertown Bluegrass Society will host The Morris Brothers and Cabin Creek at 5 p.m., as part of the organization’s concert series held monthly at the Horry Georgetown Technical College Burroughs & Chapin Auditorium. Pre-show is set to begin at 3 p.m.

The Morris Brothers have been playing bluegrass & bluegrass gospel music for over 30 years.  Mike & Matt Morris were raised up around the Elk River area of West Virginia.  They moved to the Aynor/Cool Spring area of South Carolina about 24 years ago.  They have opened up for such bands as Rhonda Vincent, Reno Brothers, Mountain Heart, Larry Stevens and Grandpa Jones.

Attendees are encouraged to bring an acoustic instrument and participate in one of the jam sessions that begin 3 p.m. and run throughout the monthly event. No electric instruments, other than electric bass, are allowed. An open mic pre-show begins at 4:30 p.m. and is for any musician who does not have a band, or for any band that has never played on stage before.

Admission into the event is $10 for Rivertown Bluegrass Society members and $12 for non-members. Monthly concerts are always held on the 3rd Saturday of each month. More information about the May concert and Rivertown Bluegrass Society is available by calling (843) 457-2854 or by visiting online at www.rivertownbluegrasssociety.com.

DMB announces N. Charleston date

The NFL season kicks off tonight, but before the Vikings and Saints take a crack at the field, jam band favorites the Dave Matthews Band will take the stage in New Orleans for the NFL Kickoff concert event, which will be televised on NBC and NFL Network beginning at 7:30 p.m.

In addition, The Dave Matthews Band announced its fall 2010 U.S. arena tour yesterday and among the 20-some dates is a stop at the North Charleston Coliseum on Nov. 17. If you're an S.C. fan, this is likely your best shot to see Dave and the boys before the end of the year.

According to the release, an online ticket request period will begin Thursday at 6 p.m. and concludes Monday, Sept. 20th, at noon at http://www.warehouse.davematthewsband.com/. Tickets for the North Charleston  concert will go on sale to the public on Friday, Sept. 24.

Fresh off its 20th consecutive summer outing, DMB will start its fall tour Nov. 2 at HSBC Arena in Buffalo, NY, and will conclude with a return to Charlottesville, where Dave Matthews Band formed in 1991. The group will play Charlottesville’s John Paul Jones Arena on November 19th and 20th.

Here's a full list of dates for the tour, for more details visit http://www.davematthewsband.com.

DAVE MATTHEWS BAND – FALL 2010 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR

Date        City/State | Venue | Public On Sale Date | Opening Acts
 
11/2         Buffalo, NY | HSBC Arena |  9/25, 10am ET | Amos Lee            
11/3         Uniondale, NY |  Nassau Coliseum | 9/24, 10am ET | Amos Lee
11/5         Albany, NY | Times Union Center |  9/24, 10am ET | Punch Brothers
11/6         Philadelphia, PA |  Wells Fargo Center | 9/25, 10am ET | Punch Brothers
11/9         Boston, MA | TD Garden | 9/25, 10am ET | John Butler Trio
11/10       Boston, MA |  TD Garden | 9/25, 10am, ET | John Butler Trio
11/12       New York, NY | Madison Square Garden | 9/24, 10am, ET | John Butler Trio
11/13       New York, NY | Madison Square Garden | 9/24, 10am, ET | John Butler Trio
11/16       Atlanta, GA | Philips Arena |  9/24, 10am, ET | Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue
11/17       Charleston, SC | North Charleston Coliseum | 9/24, 10am ET | Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue
11/19       Charlottesville, VA | John Paul Jones Arena | 9/24, 10am ET | Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue
11/20       Charlottesville, VA | John Paul Jones Arena | 9/24, 10am ET | Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue

SMES Panelist lineup

The Grand Strand's biggest hip-hop event of the year is just around the corner. Southeastern Music Summit lands in Surfside Beach on Sept. 23-25 brining with it not only some of the best talent in the region, but also a slew of music industry executives, radio professionals, world-renowned DJs and lots of other influential people in the music business.

The event, which creator James Heyward says is all about helping artists develop and learn how to build their brand, is not just a showcase but also a great opportunity for learning. Throughout it's three days, the summit will host more than 25 panelists and speakers in addition to planned musical events such as DJ and MC battles, and parties and awards shows.

Here's a look at the recently-announced list of panelists. For more on all these folks and further info on how to sign up for and attend the event, visit www.smesmusicsummit.com.

• Adonis O. Sutherlin
  A&R Manager, JIVE Records; New Ventures & Artist Development, Bystorm Entertainment
• Angela M. Rogers, ESQ.
  Entertainment Lawyer / Partner, James McMillan PC
• Apex "The Ringtone Guru"
  The Industry's Alternative #1 Digital Music Advocate, CEO
• Bigg B
  Program Director WMNX-Coast 97.3 Wilmington, NC
• Bobby Dash
  Promotion Executive - Roc Blu/Roc-A-fella
• Cappriccieo M. Scates
  Associate Director of Writer/Publisher Relations, SESAC
• Chris Henderson
  Grammy award winning Producer/Songwriter "Blame it" Jamie Foxx
• David D Brown
  Singer/Songwriter
• DJ B-LORD
  DJ E93 Jams, Savannah GA, HOT 103.9, Columbia SC, WYNN 106.3, Florence SC, Club / Mix CD DJ
• DJ Ike GDA
  Core DJ
• DJ Law
  Program Director 103 JAMZ (WOWI) in Norfolk, Va
• DJ Lonnie B
  Mix Show Coordinator - WCDX Richmond, VA, & Heavy Hitter DJ
• DJ Moneybags (Edward Matthew)
  Bumsquad Djz, Indi-Pro Promotions New England Djs Association
• DJ Scream
  Sirius XM , & Hot 107.9, Atlanta, GA
• DJ Skillz
  Mixshow - WYNN Florence, SC, Mixshow- WZFX Fayetteville, NC, SMES Radio Music Director, Club / Tour DJ
• John "J-DOGG" Shaw
  Select-O-Hits Music Distribution, Promotions
• K. Michelle
  Singer/Songwriter
• Katina Bynum
  Sr. VP of Marketing - Universal records
• Kenny Burns
  Lifestyle Specialist
• Leota Blacknor
  VP of Marketing Capitol Records
• Omar Grant
  Sr. Director of A&R Epic/Sony Records
• RL (from Next)
  Singer/Songwriter
• Ron "Tricky" Montgomery
  CEO, TrickyBizness LLC, Manager-artist and songwriters
• Serge Durand
  Atlantic Records A&R Consultant &, Creative Director of A&R, Dieniahmar/EMI Music Publishing, So So Def Productions
• Sha'Linda Jeanine
  Online Editor for Radio One and Hip Hop Journalist
• Shadeed Eleazer
  Microsoft Technology, Digital Technology Consultant
• Shanik "Neek" Mincie
  Music Director and On Air Personality Hot 103.9, Columbia, SC
• Steve Raze
  Allhiphop.com - VP Executive
• TiQuisha L Tobin
  Entertainment Attorney
• Waleed
  On Air Personality 102 JAMZ, Greensboro, NC
• Wendy Day
  Founder, Rap Coalition, CEO, IndieLabelBuilder