Live Music & Events
Easy Star All-Stars
Friday July 26th
Cardinal Talent Presents Easy Star All Stars!
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Blending musical versatility, instrumental prowess, beautiful vocal harmonies, and a premier rhythm section, Easy Star All-Stars have established themselves as one of the top international reggae acts on the scene for nearly two decades. During this time, they’ve toured in over 30 countries on 6 continents bringing together fans of reggae, classic rock, dub, and indie rock into one big family.
In 2023, the band will release its first new album in its best-selling series of tribute albums in 11 years. The series began with Dub Side Of The Moon (2003), the critically-acclaimed reggae re-working of the classic Pink Floyd album, then continued with Radiodread (2006), Easy Star’s Lonely Hearts Dub Band (2009), and Easy Star’s Thrillah (2012), as well as the remix album Dubber Side of the Moon (2010). The All-Stars have also released two original collections, Until That Day EP (2008) and First Light (2011).
The new tribute is a complete reggae re-imagining of David Bowie’s The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders from Mars album. Featured guest performers on the record include Macy Gray, Maxi Priest, Steel Pulse, Fishbone, Mortimer, The Skints, The Expanders, Samory I, Naomi Cowan, SunDub, Alex Lifeson (Rush), and Vernon Reid (Living Colour).
VIBELINE w/ Probcause & Chrishira w/ Froggy P
Saturday July 27th
🎶 Electric Enclave Presents: VIBELINE at Bowstring Brewyard (Outdoors)! 🚀
Get ready to elevate your Saturday night plans! Join us at Bowstring in Wilmington, NC, on Saturday, July 27th, 2024, for a Dubstep & Bass music show presented by Electric Enclave.
🔊 Featuring: VIBELINE with special guest FROGGY P + more TBA @ Bowstring 5 PM-10 PM!
Prepare to be swept away by the sonic waves as VIBELINE with support from FROGGY P + more TBA take the stage for an electrifying night of music. And here's the kicker – immerse yourself in the experience with top-notch audio quality, courtesy of Funktion-One Sound!
💥 Dance the Night Away!
This is your chance to let loose and dance to the rhythm of cutting-edge beats, all delivered with the unparalleled clarity and power of Funktion-One Sound. The artists are set to deliver unforgettable performances, creating an atmosphere filled with non-stop fun and high-energy vibes.
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Round up your crew, grab your tickets early, and secure your spot for a night of pure excitement. Whether you're a bass music enthusiast or just looking for a good time, this event promises to be an unforgettable experience.
📍 Event Details:
📅 Date: Saturday, July 27th, 2024 🕒 Time: 5 PM- 10 PM 📍 Venue: Bowstring Brewyard, Wilmington, NC ALL AGES
Get ready to immerse yourself in a night of beats, bass music, and bliss, with the crystal-clear sounds of Funktion-One. Mark your calendars and join us for an extraordinary evening of dubstep. Let the music move you! 🎶💫 #BassMusic #Wilmington #NC #FunktionOneSound #BASSBOSS
ROCK THE MIC LIP SYNC BATTLE
Sunday July 28th
We welcome you to Bowstring ILM's first ROCK THE MIC RETRO, LIP SYNC BATTLE! The first round is old-school hip-hop and R&B.
The second round will be AUGUST 18!
Music Bingo Monday's!
Monday July 29th
Every Monday
Music Bingo with The Rhythm Company is at Bowstring ILM every Monday at 7:00 pm!
Come join us for the chance to show off your music knowledge and win prizes!
Trivia Tuesday with Meeser Eddie's Funtime Trivia
Tuesday July 30th
Every Tuesday
Every Tuesday Night at 7:30, Messer Eddie's Funtime Trivia hosts themed trivia at Bowstring ILM!
Teams must be more than 1 person, but less than 7 people.
Themes on social media.
The Heavy Heavy with The Thing
Wednesday July 31st
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The Heavy Heavy creates the unfettered rock-and-roll that warps time and place, immediately pulling the audience into a euphoric fugue state with its sun-soaked atmosphere. Led by lifelong musicians Will Turner and Georgie Fuller, the Brighton, UK-based band began with a shared ambition of “making records that sound like our favorite records ever,” and soon arrived at a reverb-drenched collision of psychedelia and blues, acid rock, and sunshine pop. As revealed on their gloriously hazy debut EP Life and Life Only, The Heavy Heavy breathes an incandescent new energy into sounds from decades ago, transcending eras with a hypnotic ease. In dreaming up Life and Life Only, The Heavy Heavy tapped into many of the musical touchstones that Turner describes as “deeply entrenched in our psyche”: Peter Green-era Fleetwood Mac, the Rolling Stones, British Invasion pop acts like the Hollies, folk-blues duo Delaney & Bonnie, to name just a few. Don’t miss out on this incredible show! Doors at 6 pm!
Port City Rock Jam
Saturday August 3rd
A curated music festival that's focused on community and charity! Port City Rock Jam is the vision of four rising local musicians who make up the band Rukus. Their mission was to create something that would celebrate the local music scene and bring together the community with a wholesome, family-friendly event designed to create unforgettable memories. With a non-profit focus, this gathering aims to provide an inclusive atmosphere where people of all ages can come together and enjoy a day of music and togetherness. Bring your loved ones, friends, and companions to revel in the excitement and create lasting bonds through the power of music. Tickets are on sale now at portcityrockjams.comSatisfaction- The International Rolling Stones Tribute Show with Sam Morrow
Thursday August 8th
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Satisfaction/The International Rolling Stones Show is the international touring tribute show to the World's Greatest Rock & RollBand. This Billboard & Pollstar highly rated show is entering its 20th year in production with over 4000 performances listed to their credit.
Their client list includes the nation’s top casinos, performing arts centers, music halls, and corporate clients. Performing up to 150shows a year, this highly acclaimed production showcases the most authentic cast & costuming of its kind. The likes of Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and the cast bring a colorful performance to over 50 years of classic hits.
They have been featured in Rolling Stone magazine, Showbiz Magazine, Las Vegas Today, CBS Sunday Morning News, and hundreds of national newspapers, magazines, television & radio as the world’s greatest show honoring the Rolling Stones and their legacy.
Five albums into an acclaimed career, Sam Morrow has carved out a sound that exists somewhere outside of genre and geography. It's his version of modern-day American roots music: a mix of roadhouse rock and roll, bluesy R&B, and country-fried funky-tonk, driven forward by groove, grease, and guitars. It's also a sound that owes as much to the road— where Morrow spent most of the past decade on tour, supporting albums like Concrete & Mud and Gettin' By On Gettin' Down— as the various places he's called home. This is music for the fast lane. Music for empty highways. Music for people who, like Morrow, always seem to find themselves in transit.
Shot Thru the Heart & Shoot To Thrill- Bon Jovi & AC/DC Tribute
Friday August 9th
Don't miss out on this Double Tribute concert for Bonjovi and ACDC at Bowstring Wilmington! Shot Thru the Heart (STTH) is a professional tribute band that pays homage to the music and showmanship of Bon Jovi, one of the greatest rock bands to ever take the stage. STTH provides a high-energy concert experience, playing only the greatest hits and staying true to the original recordings. STTH is the real deal! The music and vocals are live with meticulous attention to detail that clearly sets STTH apart from the competition. Each member of Shot Thru the Heart is a seasoned, professional musician and entertainer. The energy emitted from the stage is contagious and reminiscent of the great arena rock concerts of the 80s. Each member of STTH grew up on the rock music of the 80s greatest bands including Van Halen, Ratt, Poison, Mötley Crüe, Def Leppard and the Scorpions. However, all members of STTH have a very special love and respect for the music of Bon Jovi. Love for the music of Bon Jovi bleeds through every note played and sung. The nostalgia effect is real! Shoot To Thrill includes Kara (vocals), Susan (guitar), Jai (bass), Wendy (guitar) and Kate (drums). Not only are the girls professional musicians with impeccable skills, they are also quite easy on the eyes and full of energy for an entertaining stage show! The girls decided on AC/DC in particular, because the band's songs are a marriage of compelling music and creative story-telling. The guitar work is intricate yet not overplayed, while the rhythms are driving and dynamic. The silence is as important as the noise, and the lyrics are relatable and captivating. You just HAVE to sing along....or air-guitar….or BOTH! The girls decided to do a full tribute rather than a cover band, because a tribute is much more challenging. You play many songs by the same artist and really reach inside that artist copying not only their playing style but also their signature stage moves. It's really quite an art and very rewarding when you make it all come together. Shoot To Thrill is based out of Raleigh, NC, and tours all along the East Coast. The girls look forward to meeting you and rocking you into an unbelievable frenzy of good times! Doors at 6:00 pm!
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Zoso The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience
Sunday August 11th
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ZOSO Celebrates 28 Years as America’s Premier Led Zeppelin Tribute Band Over the 28 years and over 4500 shows since ZOSO came together as a group in the mid-‘90s, the seemingly tireless quartet has continued to earn its well-deserved reputation as being, in the words of The L.A. Times, “head and shoulders above all other Led Zeppelin tributes.” ZOSO doesn’t cut corners on either the look or sound of Led Zeppelin. Instead, the band draws liberally and meticulously from Led Zeppelin’s recorded live and studio output to present a vivid performance picture of the classic live Zeppelin of 1968-1977. No wonder the St. Petersburg Times noted that, in addition to their virtuosity and spot-on visual presentation, ZOSO is also “the most exacting of all the Led Zeppelin tributes.” The Chicago Sun-Times put it even more succinctly: “ZOSO is the closest to the original of any Led Zeppelin tribute.
Thurston Howell
Friday August 16th
TICKETS ON SALE HERE: https://aftontickets.com/event/buyticket/g3xlpkr496Ahoy mates! Prepare to set sail on a groovy voyage with Charlotte’s own Thurston Howell, Your Premiere Yacht Rock Spectacular! Picture this: a musical escapade that whisks you away on a nostalgic odyssey through the smooth sounds of the 70s and 80s, sprinkled with a dash of modern zest. The bridge crew of Captain J.P. “Silky” Lents on keys, alongside the dynamic duo of First Mate Cameron Love on guitar and Activities Director Leona Love on percussion, will have you feeling the wind in your hair with their soaring vocals! And the engine room rhythm section of Professor Newland Archer on bass, Phineas Wigglesworth IX on drums, and Dr. Artemis Thatch on Sax, will have you dancing the night away on the deck! Thurston Howell crafts a symphony of classic hits all night long, from Toto and Michael McDonald, all the way to Hall and Oates and Steely Dan! These seasoned musicians are not just performers; they are magicians, weaving soaring melodies, lush harmonies, and irresistibly tight grooves into every note. Imagine yourself swaying to the rhythm, captivated by the enchanting tunes, as Thurston Howell transforms any event into a lively spectacle. From concert halls and festival stages to private soirées and corporate shindigs, they make it their mission to get your feet tapping and voices harmonizing to the most beloved soft rock anthems. So, rally your crew, head to the edge of the dock, and climb aboard with the crew of the Thurston Howell! Because You Can’t Fake SMOOTH!Nightrain- The Guns N Roses Tribute Experience
Saturday August 17th
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Nightrain, The Guns n’ Roses Experience pays tribute to one of the most iconic bands in history. This act gives a night of high-energy rock ‘n roll that never lets up. They play all the hits and most requested songs from the entire Guns N’ Roses discography. Doors at 6:00 pm!
LIP SYNC FOR THE CURE
Saturday August 24th
ANNOUNCING! Lip Sync for the Cure- Saturday, August 24! Register to perform songs, props are encouraged! Top performers il go to the 2nd round. Send your song selections and questions to Ariana at ariana@intercoastalrealty.com or 703 - 915 - 2493! $500 GRAND PRIZE!
GorillaT- Wonk Factory Tour
Saturday September 7th
GorillaT is bringing his Wonk Tour Factory to Bowstring! Support from Theo Zubah and Genievic Caringal.
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Ghost-Note
Sunday September 8th
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Headed by Snarky Puppy’s multi-grammy–winning percussion duo of Robert “Sput” Searight and Nate Werth, Ghost-Note is an explosion of sound. with an expansive roster of next-level musicians—representing members of Prince, Snoop Dogg, Erykah Badu, Herbie Hancock, Kendrick Lamar, Marcus Miller, toto, Justin Timberlake, and more—the band is pushing funk music into the future, building on the uplifting, pioneering foundations laid out by the likes of James Brown and sly & the family stone and infusing their fresh take with tastes of afrobeat, hip-hop, psychedelia, world folklore, and more. after forming in 2015, ghost-note has already begun to take the world by storm. the group’s two studio albums—2018’s Swagism and 2015’s Fortified—have earned critical acclaim and popular success around the globe, with both albums hitting the #1 spot on the iTunes jazz charts. This show is not one to miss!KARL DENSON'S TINY UNIVERSE
Friday September 13th
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KDTU has electrified audiences around the world for over 25 years from the fields of Naeba in Japan at the infamous Fuji Rock Festival to the hallowed stage of Madison Square Garden where they previously joined the Dave Matthews Band and The Godfather of Soul, James Brown. From performing as Sexual Chocolate (Karl was in the original band in the movie Coming To America and its sequel) at the Outside Lands Music festival in San Francisco, to being the first late night act at the inaugural Bonnaroo festival, KDTU have been a dominating force in music for the past 25 years. All-night, sold-out concerts during Jazzfest in New Orleans have featured sit ins by everyone from Lenny Kravitz & Steve Winwood (with whom Karl has recorded and toured) to avant grade luminaries Marc Ribot & Boyfriend. Chuck Leavell and Bernard Fowler (Karl’s bandmates in The Rolling Stones where Karl replaced the great Bobby Keys as saxophonist in 2014) have joined onstage and on record, as have Lukas Nelson, John Oates, Michael Franti, Warren Haynes, Ivan Neville, Anders Osborne, Big Daddy Kane, Roy Hargrove, Maceo Parker, Fred Wesley, Joshua Redman, Marcus King, and Bernie Worrell, among others. Touring the country with the Allman Brothers, My Morning Jacket, D'Angelo, The Roots, Public Enemy, Bob Weir of The Grateful Dead, Parliament Funkadelic, Slightly Stoopid, Widespread Panic, very few concert goers have been untouched by the Tiny Universe live. In addition to KDTU, Karl Denson aka “Diesel” is a founding member of the seminal groove act The Greyboy Allstars.
The Lil Smokies
Thursday September 19th
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Blending virtuosic instrumental acrobatics with riveting lyrical craftsmanship, The Lil Smokies have earned a reputation as one of the most electrifying acts in modern American roots music thanks to their exhilarating live show and critically acclaimed studio output. Since forming on the streets of Missoula, Montana, where the group got its start busking back in 2009, the band has performed everywhere from Red Rocks to The Rialto and captivated festival audiences at Telluride, High Sierra, LOCKN’, Freshgrass, FloydFest, and countless more. Their latest album, 2020’s Tornillo, showcases the hard-touring four-piece at its most adventurous, teaming up with producer Bill Reynolds (The Avett Brothers, Band Of Horses) for a genre-bending joyride from the hills of Laurel Canyon to the wide-open deserts of West Texas. The Lil Smokies are: Andy Dunnigan – Dobro, Vocals Matthew Rieger – Guitar, Vocals Jake Simpson – Fiddle, Vocals Jean-Luc Davis – Upright Bass Doors open at 6:00 pm.
Nirvani- A Nirvana Tribute Experience
Friday September 20th
Nirvani - A Nirvana Tribute Experience formed in 2021 with an inspired vision to perform the most accurate and captivating Nirvana live show since the real thing. For Nirvani, it's much more than simply being a tribute band. It's about paying homage to a golden era in music and the unique and raw atmosphere Nirvana contributed to that era. Nirvani embodies Cobain, Novoselic, and Grohl in their talent and authenticity. Each band member is dedicated to portraying both the appearance and playing styles of their Nirvana counterparts. This combined with their use of authentic vintage instruments makes Nirvani a live tribute concert experience that leaves audiences simultaneously satisfied and longing for more. Doors at 6:00 pm!
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Matt Mullins & The Bringdowns
Saturday September 28th
Matt Mullins & the Bringdowns is an Appalachian Rock band that has found a niche all their own. The stories in their songs are almost as diverse as the influences you hear in the music. Fueled by a driving rhythm section made up of drummer Dylan McInturff and bassist Bob Campion, Stuart Hill creates sonic tapestries with his guitar that will leave you in awe. Add to that the lyrical prowess of raspy-voiced singer/guitarist Matt Mullins and you have what the group feels to be the most honest music they have ever collectively created.
This is a FREE show! We can't wait for them to take the stage!
Tell Me Lies - A Fleetwood Mac Tribute
Friday October 4th
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Tell Me Lies performs the timeless music of Fleetwood Mac completely live and without backing tracks. They have worked tirelessly to capture the essence and energy of the original band. Utilizing four-part harmonies and meticulous attention to every detail- Tell Me Lies guarantees an unparalleled, genuine live experience.
Leftover Salmon with Into The Fog
Wednesday October 9th
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Few bands stick around for thirty years. Even fewer bands leave a legacy during that time that marks them as an exceptional, once-in-lifetime type band. And no band has done all that and had as much fun as Leftover Salmon. From their earliest days as a forward-thinking, progressive bluegrass band who had the guts to add drums to the mix and who was unafraid to stir in any number of highly combustible styles into their ever-evolving sound, to their role as a pioneer of the modern jam band scene, to their current status as elder-statesmen of the scene who cast a huge influential shadow over every festival they play, Leftover Salmon has been a crucial link in keeping alive the traditional music of the past while at the same time pushing that sound forward with their own weirdly, unique style. In their fourth decade as a band, Leftover Salmon is showing no signs of slowing down, continuing to create new music in the studio, including the most recent release Brand New Good Old Days (Compass Records 2021) The latest album shows that Leftover Salmon is still proving it possible to recreate themselves without changing who they are.
Doors: 5:30 PM
Into The Fog: 6:30 - 7:15 PM
Leftover Salmon: 7:45 PM
Into The Fog is a psychedelic jamgrass band from Raleigh, North Carolina that combines timeless songwriting with progressive instrumentation and tight harmonies. The group consists of Winston Mitchell (mandolin), Derek Lane (upright bass), and Connor Kozlosky (guitar), with everyone contributing on vocals. The band’s members have varied musical backgrounds that range from bluegrass to funk, which helps create Into the Fog’s genre-jumping sound. The band has released two studio albums and two live records, with a third studio on the way in August 2024. Live shows are a keystone of the Into The Fog experience, as the band expands songs to highlight their instrumental prowess and push the boundaries of the newgrass sound. Into The Fog has shared the stage with the likes of Sam Bush, Keller & The Keels, Town Mountain, Daniel Donato, Arkansauce, Shadowgrass, Big Richard, and The Grass Is Dead. The band is set to level up in 2024, with bigger headlining shows and a new album in the works.
Perpetual Groove with The Snozzberries
Friday October 11th
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Perpetual Groove was founded in Savannah, GA, in 1997 before relocating in 2005 to Athens, Georgia, a town long renowned for its thriving music scene. PGroove comprises 1904 and current members: Brock Butler on guitar and lead vocals; Adam Perry on bass guitar; and Matthew McDonald on keyboards and vocals.
Drummer Albert Suttle joined the band in 2001 but has announced his departure culminating with this year’s NYE show. Darren Stanley will replace him on drums (Jimmy Herring, Col. Bruce Hampton). PGroove, a band categorized by fans as “Trance Arena Rock,” is an amalgamation of rock and indie electronica, with a touch of metal thrown in for good measure. With their intelligent light show and experimental stage setup, PGroove continues to create a cultivated, unique experience for each live show. Since their inception, the band has toured the U.S., and performed in Japan and Amsterdam, and Jam Cruise. In 2013, PGroove went on 2-year hiatus but caught everyone by surprise in 2015 when they returned to the stage. In 2019, they released a new recording, the eponymous Perpetual Groove, delighting fans with a new sound by the reinvigorated group. PGroove's latest release, “C’mon. Covers?” EP was recorded at Chase Park Transduction (R.E.M, Drive-By Truckers, Bettye Lavette) in Athens and included songs by Peter Gabriel, The Cars, The Go-Go's, and Johnny Cash. Jason produced Kingsland (Band of Horses, Belle and Sebastian). The recording ensemble included Butler, Perry, McDonald, and Stanley. October 11, 2024- doors at 6:00 pm!
THE BROTHERS COMATOSE
Thursday October 17th
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Whether traveling to gigs on horseback or by tour bus, Americana mavens The Brothers Comatose forge their path with raucous West Coast renderings of traditional bluegrass, country, and rock ‘n’ roll music. The five-piece string band is anything but a traditional acoustic outfit with their fierce musicianship and rowdy, rock concert-like shows. The Brothers Comatose is comprised of brothers Ben Morrison (guitar, vocals) and Alex Morrison (banjo, vocals), Steve Height (bass), Philip Brezina (violin), and Greg Fleischut (mandolin, vocals). When they’re not headlining The Fillmore for a sold-out show or appearing at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival, the band is out on the road performing across America, Canada, and Australia, and hosting their very own music festival, Comatopia, in the Sierra foothills.
Location
1002 Princess Street
Wilmington, NC
28401
Hours
Mon, Tue
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wed
3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Thur
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Fri, Sat
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Sun
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
