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Wednesday, September 3,2008

There’s no dirt on the musical wings of Filthybird

By Heather MacIntyre
Probably the most popular local band sticker one may spot in the Triad is that of Filthybird (www.myspace.com/filthybird). Originally, they commenced as a two piece for the first two and a half years, comprised of Renee Mendoza (vocals, pianos, guitar), and Brian Haran (guitars, keys, sounds).
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Wednesday, August 27,2008

The Never’s taste for booze and Pellegrino

By Heather MacIntyre
albums out of North Carolina. The album was lyrically composed mostly by Smith, but contains the general message and efforts of all three members, outlining themes of environmental and political issues. They all are huge supporters of community involvement, such as co-ops.
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Wednesday, August 20,2008

Nyos is now making the Triad home

By Heather MacIntyre
On their way to play a show in Wilmington, the band has been driving for a few hours before they hear a worried voice crack, “Uh… guys? Guys?!” Everyone turns their heads back to guitarist Dave Godwin who sits with an uneasy smirk and crooked halo above his head.
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Wednesday, August 6,2008

Sixty Eight Seasons

By Heather MacIntyre
“A woman, somewhat intoxicated, grabs the microphone and starts chanting ‘Sixty Eight Months! Sixty Eight Months!’ to the crowd. The first few times it was funny… but after the seventh or eighth time, we had to kindly let her know that it was not the name of our band.
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Wednesday, August 6,2008

Yearling hits the stage nonstop

By Heather MacIntyre
Tommy LaCombe, owner of Tragic Hero, knew exactly what he was doing. and why. when he signed Yearling to his North Carolina record label (www.myspace.com/tragicherorecords). Since the signatures hit paper, Yearling has been hitting stages nonstop, sent off on national tours and, recently, even further — Japan.
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