The Summerville Orchestra kicked off its 2026–2027 subscription season at the Summers Corner Performing Arts Center with “Music of a New America,” an ambitious and evocative opening weekend program celebrating the nation’s evolving musical story. Led by Music Director Wojciech Milewski, the orchestra delivered a rich tapestry of symphonic works that balanced bold narrative themes with intimate section work. From the lively pre-concert talk to the final standing ovation, the performance set an inspiring tone for the season ahead, reinforcing the ensemble’s reputation as one of the Lowcountry’s most creative and accessible cultural institutions.
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Set For The Fall return today with their eagerly awaited new album, I Said What I Said, available everywhere now via their new partnership with Vere Music, the innovative Nashville-based marketing and label services enterprise with global distribution from Warner Music Group’s independent distribution arm, ADA.
Get ready to deck the halls with live music across the Lowcountry! From the North Charleston Performing Arts Center and Charleston Music Hall to intimate local stages, venue schedules are filled with festive performances this holiday season. To help you plan your celebrations, we have rounded up every upcoming Christmas show, holiday concert, and seasonal event on our calendar in one place. Explore the schedule below, mark your dates, and secure your tickets before these seasonal favorites sell out!
Planning a tour stop, single premiere, or album release in the Lowcountry requires getting your press kit into the right hands. Whether you are a national PR agency booking tour credentials or an independent artist pitching a regional show preview, navigating a local media landscape can be a challenge. Charleston, South Carolina features a vibrant mix of specialized digital music sites, alt-weekly newspapers, regional daily publications, and broadcast outlets. This guide serves as the definitive directory of music outlets, entertainment editors, and media pitching contacts in the Charleston, SC market to help you secure coverage, review passes, and interview slots.
Get ready, Grand Strand—world-class live jazz is heading to Conway! On Saturday, October 3, 2026, Horry Concerts LLC welcomes multi-GRAMMY® nominated saxophonist Gerald Albright to the Conway High School Auditorium for an extraordinary evening of music alongside fellow chart-topper Patrick Lamb. Ahead of this can’t-miss show, we caught up with the contemporary jazz icon to talk about his latest music, his legendary signature sound, and what fans can look forward to when he hits the stage.
On September 17, 2026, Western swing legends Asleep at the Wheel took the stage at the historic Charleston Music Hall for an unforgettable evening of pristine musicianship, heartfelt stories, and infectious rhythm. With no opening act needed, the nine-time Grammy-winning powerhouse delivered a masterclass performance to a deeply enthusiastic audience that bridged generations of music lovers across the Lowcountry.
Lowcountry favorites SUSTO return home on Sunday, September 27 for a special 21+ acoustic show at The Windjammer on Isle of Palms. Performing in their stripped-back SUSTO Stringband format, frontman Justin Osborne and company will bring career-spanning fan favorites, acoustic re-imaginings, and deep-cut storytelling to the oceanfront stage, with opening support from rising Charleston indie-folk singer-songwriter Macelyn Batten. Doors open at 6:00 PM, and music starts at 7:00 PM.
On the Road in Charleston: The Movement & Pepper Talk 167 Raw, Shipping Container Green Rooms, and Folly Beach Surfing
Upcoming Release Show Alongside Eddie White – Details to Come
Emerging Charleston, SC Americana Band Led by 20-Year-Old Singer-Songwriter Skyler Waddell And Produced by 2X Grammy Award-Winner Mark Bryan
“Make It Home Tonight” Featured On Apple Music’s “New in Americana” Playlist Upon Release
“Male Singer/Songwriter of the Year” 2026 Nominee Charleston’s City Paper Music Awards
“I’m Yours and You’re Mine” Out October 2nd Via Bryan’s Stone Point Records In Association With Nashville’s Vere Music
Grammy Award-winner Charlton Singleton takes the stage at Charleston Music Hall for a high-energy tribute to the iconic New Jack Swing era. Expect non-stop 80s and 90s R&B grooves, explosive brass, and smooth vocal harmonies. Read on for show details, background, and join Charleston Live Music for event updates!