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🎶Charlotte’s Can’t-Miss Concerts (Apr 25–May 4)

Handpicked shows, hot venues, and surprise sets await →

🎷🔥 What’s up Charlotte? From post-punk to tropical house, the city’s stacked with sound. These are the ones worth leaving the house for. 🙂 

Top Picks This Week
1️⃣ Late Night Radio + Tripp St. – Soulful beats, hip-hop flair, and a touch of electronic magic—all under the stars, May 2 @ The Music Yard.
2️⃣ Bumpin Uglies – Reggae-punk fusion with a full-stack lineup, May 3 @ The Music Yard.
3️⃣ Hippie Sabotage – Chill trap and future beats take over, May 3 @ The Fillmore Charlotte.
4️⃣ Kloud – Darkwave meets cinematic EDM for an immersive set, May 2 @ Blackbox Theater.


Angel | Charlotte Jams Editor

THIS WEEKS HOT EVENTS
🔥 Don’t Miss These Shows

 🎶 Late Night Radio + Tripp St. w/ GurtyBeats (May 2 @ The Music Yard) – Experience the fusion of soul, hip-hop, and electronic beats as Late Night Radio brings his NOCTURNE Tour to The Music Yard. Joined by Tripp St. and GurtyBeats, this lineup promises an unforgettable night of music.​
👉 Secure your spot →

🎸Bumpin Uglies w/ Sons of Paradise & Rockstead (May 3 @ Music Yard) – Don’t miss the high-octane performance of Bumpin Uglies as they blend reggae, punk, and ska in a show that’s sure to get you moving. With support from Sons of Paradise and Rockstead, the energy will be off the charts.
👉 Grab your tickets →​

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CURATED HIGHLIGHTS
🌆 Uptown & Around

 Indie / Folk

🎤 Mt. Joy – Apr 25 @ Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
Sun-soaked indie folk-rock with jam roots, made for big singalongs and open skies.

🌊 Dangermuffin – Apr 26 @ The Music Yard
Laid-back coastal Americana blending folk, roots, and spiritual grooves.

🎺 The 502s – May 2 @ Lovin’ Life Music Festival
Banjos, big hooks, and joyful indie folk-pop energy made for festival dancing.

 Rock / Alternative

🎸 Gang of Four – Apr 28 @ Neighborhood Theatre
Post-punk pioneers delivering angular riffs and politically charged anthems.

🎶 Slothrust – Apr 30 @ Snug Harbor
Gritty alt-rock trio blending grunge, jazz, and blues into a dynamic live performance.

🎤 Weezer – May 3 @ Lovin’ Life Music Festival
Alt-rock legends known for catchy hooks and nostalgic hits, headlining a major festival stage.

Electronic / Dance

🎧 Kloud – May 2 @ Blackbox Theater
Masked producer blending darkwave, synth-pop, and cinematic EDM into a brooding dancefloor set.

🎛️ Hippie Sabotage – May 3 @ The Fillmore Charlotte
California-based duo known for their genre-bending blend of chill electronic, trap, and future beats.

🎶 Jonas Blue – May 2 @ Trio Charlotte
British DJ and producer delivering tropical house hits and dance-pop anthems.

COMMERCIAL VENUES
🎟️Headliner Hits

  • Kendrick Lamar & SZA at Bank of America Stadium on 05/03.[Tickets]

  • Teddy Swims at Skyla Amphitheatre on 05/15. [Tickets]

  • Shakira at Bank of America Stadium on 05/13. [Tickets]

  • Pierce the Veil at Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre on 05/13. [Tickets]

  •  Halsey at PNC Music Pavilion on 05/28 [Tickets]

COOL CHARLOTTE STUFF
🌟 More Than Music

Art shows, foodie fests, weird pop-ups & random fun—click your flavor:

🧭 Explore everything Charlotte’s cooking up—outside the music scene.

MUSIC SCENE
🎵 Music News Brief

📍 NC Spotlight

🎪 Tuck Fest Takes Over CLT – Whitewater, live sets, and outdoor energy collide. April 25–27 @ USNWC.

Get the details

🌎National Beat

🔥 Self Esteem Drops ‘A Complicated Woman’ – Bold, brassy, and theatrical—her most ambitious album yet.
Listen in

🎤 Grace VanderWaal Evolves with ‘Childstar’ – Poetic alt-pop paired with a moody short film.
Watch + stream

🎧 Djo’s Back with ‘The Crux’ – Stranger Things’ Joe Keery returns with cosmic indie psych.
Plug in

NEARBY VIBES
🎸 Beyond the City: Live Music Road Trips

🚗 Feeling adventurous? Check these out:

🎷 Raleigh Blues Festival (May 04, Raleigh) →
Get tickets for The 13th Annual Raleigh Blues Festival at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts on SUN May 4, 2025 at 6:00 PM.

🌾 Shakori Hills GrassRoots Festival (May 2–5, Pittsboro) →
A four-day mix of roots, funk, reggae, world, and indie acts spread across open fields and wooded dance tents. Come for the music, stay for the vibes.

🌊 Atlantic Beach Music Festival (May 3, Atlantic Beach) →
Sandy toes, sea breeze, and live beach music all day long. Dance barefoot to regional beach bands and soak in the coast.

🎟️ Check venue websites for tickets & availability!

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Keep Rocking,
Angel | Charlotte Jams Editor

P.S. Where’s my April showers?!

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