Music

‘Epic’ production of ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ to open Players’ 80th season

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 21 Feb 2024 · Comments Off on ‘Epic’ production of ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ to open Players’ 80th season

The Augusta Players recently announced the line-up on the 80th season.

The fabric of James Brown’s hometown is woven into A&E docu-series

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 17 Feb 2024 · Comments Off on The fabric of James Brown’s hometown is woven into A&E docu-series

Award-winning filmmaker Deborah Riley Draper spent a lot of time in Augusta while making her docu-series on James Brown.

Celtic Rock sensation heads to Aiken just ahead of St. Paddy’s Day

By Special To Augusta Good News · 14 Feb 2024 · Comments Off on Celtic Rock sensation heads to Aiken just ahead of St. Paddy’s Day

The award-winning Derina Harvey Band will perform in Aiken March 14-15.

Singer is ‘Raisin’ Me a Country Girl’

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 12 Feb 2024 · Comments Off on Singer is ‘Raisin’ Me a Country Girl’

RaeLynn will be in concert Feb. 23 at the Miller Theater.

Tribute artist honestly loves the music of Olivia Newton-John

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 06 Feb 2024 · Comments Off on Tribute artist honestly loves the music of Olivia Newton-John

Annie Aiello has been a fan of the music of Olivia Newton-John since she was 7, She will present Always Olivia Feb. 23-24.

Lecrae brings message of hope and encouragement at Winter Jam Feb. 8

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 02 Feb 2024 · Comments Off on Lecrae brings message of hope and encouragement at Winter Jam Feb. 8

Winter Jam will be at the James Brown Arena Feb. 8.

MANIA: The ABBA Tribute returns to Columbia County Feb.12

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 30 Jan 2024 · Comments Off on MANIA: The ABBA Tribute returns to Columbia County Feb.12

MANIA: The Abba Tribute will be returning to the Columbia County Performing Arts Center on Feb. 12.

Sacred music concert to benefit stained glass window restoration

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 23 Jan 2024 · Comments Off on Sacred music concert to benefit stained glass window restoration

The Church of the Most Holy Trinity is raising funds for restoration of its stained glass windows.

Two-night A&E documentary highlighting life of James Brown to air in February

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 22 Jan 2024 · Comments Off on Two-night A&E documentary highlighting life of James Brown to air in February

The daughter of the Godfather of Soul is excited about a two-night documentary, “James Brown: Say it Loud,” set to air on A&E in February.

Queen of Bluegrass brings Southern Soul and Song series to a close on Feb. 9

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 20 Jan 2024 · Comments Off on Queen of Bluegrass brings Southern Soul and Song series to a close on Feb. 9

The Southern Soul and Song series comes to its finale Feb. 9.

Area teen featured on GRAMMY-nominated singer’s upcoming album

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 18 Jan 2024 · Comments Off on Area teen featured on GRAMMY-nominated singer’s upcoming album

It’s been a busy 12 months for an area teen who released her first song in January 2023.

Timeless hits fill singer’s repertoire

By Staff Report · 12 Jan 2024 · Comments Off on Timeless hits fill singer’s repertoire

Helen Welch will present songs by divas such as Aretha Franklin, Etta James and Judy Garland on Jan. 25-26 in Aiken.

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Aiken Symphony strings concert set for Jan. 19

By Special To Augusta Good News · 09 Jan 2024 · Comments Off on Aiken Symphony strings concert set for Jan. 19

Aiken Symphony’s strings will present “Strings Attached” on Jan. 19.

In pictures: New Year’s Eve (Eve) Countdown to Noon with Tara Scheyer and the Mud Puppy Band

By Mike Adams · 30 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on In pictures: New Year’s Eve (Eve) Countdown to Noon with Tara Scheyer and the Mud Puppy Band

It was an early New Year’s celebration Saturday.