Festivals
Illustration by Steve Oliva
An Upstart Festival in Carrboro Summons the Spirit of Django Reinhardt
The second Django Fest takes over the Cat's Cradle Back Room this weekend. Read more
Jan. 16, 2019
File photo, courtesy of the artist
A Little Brother Reunion Tops Art of Cool's Fantastic Fifth Year
It could only happen in one place. Read more
Oct. 03, 2018
Jazz and Bluegrass Find Common Ground in the Triangle
On Friday and Saturday, The Art of Cool Festival and IBMA's Wide Open Bluegrass take over Durham and Raleigh. Read more
Sep. 26, 2018
Photo by Alex Boerner
Art of Cool and the Black Wall Street Homecoming Highlight Black Excellence
The two events align this weekend to celebrate a legacy and encourage a brighter future. Read more
Sep. 26, 2018
Can Nas Get Away with Business as Usual?
Following heavy assault accusations from Kelis, the rapper seems to be Read more
Sep. 26, 2018
Photo courtesy of Paradigm Talent Agency
Sons of Kemet Challenge the British Monarchy
The band caps off Friday night at The Pinhook as part of the Art of Cool Festival. Read more
Sep. 26, 2018
Royce Da 5'9" Deserves His Due
He's one of the most criminally underrated emcees in modern hip-hop. Read more
Sep. 26, 2018
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