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A Beyoncé fan went viral after he couldn't make it to her Seattle concert. Her fans helped him meet her in Dallas.

Entertainment News

'Get the Hell Out of Here': Maren Morris leaving country music, blames 'the Trump years'

“It just revealed who people really were and that they were proud to be misogynistic and racist and homophobic and transphobic," Morris told the LA Times.
Sumter

Music to his ears: Hillcrest Middle School band director asking for instrument donations to help program grow

Band Director Cornelius Blanding says the band currently has 56 members. He hopes to expand it to at least 80 students, but says he needs more instruments first.
Music

George Strait, Chris Stapleton extend stadium tour to include Charlotte

The King of Country will perform at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina in June 2024.
Local News

Trans-Siberian Orchestra bringing 'The Ghosts of Christmas Eve' to Colonial Life Arena in December

According to the band, this year’s tour promises a new and larger presentation of the beloved holiday tradition.
National

Quavo's Bulldog dreams: Rapper to become a University of Georgia student

What the major Rocket Power rapper is considering was left a mystery, but who knows? Bulldogs could soon see Quavo passing the Hot Corner in Downtown Athens.
National

Fans around the country pay tribute to Jimmy Buffet following his death

Fans around the country are continuing to pay tribute to Jimmy Buffet following his death, including in Charleston, SC.
Music

'Walkin' on the Sun' to 'All Star': The top Smash Mouth songs ranked

With music featured in "Shrek" and "Rat Race," Smash Mouth sold over 10 million albums worldwide under late vocalist Steve Harwell.
Music

Organization celebrates 50 years of hip-hop while highlighting music roots in Columbia

Love, Peace and Hip-Hop brings back it's annual family day to celebrate the culture.
Music

Organization celebrates 50 years of hip-hop while highlighting music roots in Columbia

Love, Peace and Hip-Hop brings back it's annual family day to celebrate the culture.
Nation World

The 'Godfather of Black Music,' Clarence Avant, has died at 92

Avant’s achievements were both public and behind the scenes, as a name in the credits, or a name behind the names.
Music

In the Spotlight | Hip-Hop turns 50

August 11, 2023 marks 50 years of hip-hop. In the spotlight takes a look at the history of hip-hop music and hears how other artists have been inspired.

Here's what you missed at the Camden Fire Fest

3,000 grocery bags, 1,200 pairs of shoes - all handed out at the Convoy of Hope giveaway in Columbia

Local Forecast

New York City flooding: Why is it happening & how bad is it?

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A Beyoncé fan went viral after he couldn't make it to her Seattle concert. Her fans helped him meet her in Dallas.

'Get the Hell Out of Here': Maren Morris leaving country music, blames 'the Trump years'

Music to his ears: Hillcrest Middle School band director asking for instrument donations to help program grow

George Strait, Chris Stapleton extend stadium tour to include Charlotte

Trans-Siberian Orchestra bringing 'The Ghosts of Christmas Eve' to Colonial Life Arena in December

Quavo's Bulldog dreams: Rapper to become a University of Georgia student

Fans around the country pay tribute to Jimmy Buffet following his death

'Walkin' on the Sun' to 'All Star': The top Smash Mouth songs ranked

Organization celebrates 50 years of hip-hop while highlighting music roots in Columbia

Organization celebrates 50 years of hip-hop while highlighting music roots in Columbia

The 'Godfather of Black Music,' Clarence Avant, has died at 92

In the Spotlight | Hip-Hop turns 50

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