Charlotte/ Arts & Culture
Published on June 07, 2018
From afrobeat to electro house: 4 live music events in Charlotte this weekendWorld Nightclub. | Photo: Aaron L./Yelp

If you love to take advantage of the live music offerings near you, this week offers several great reasons to leave the house.

From a block party pumping African dance music to a soulful evening with a rock band from Wilmington, read on for a local music to-do list that'll fill your calendar this weekend.

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AfroPop Block Party at Camp North End

The AfroPop Block Party returns to Camp North End this Friday. Expect an evening full of afrobeat, salsa, bachata, afro house and more, as three DJs, multiple dances companies and a slew of vendors transform a full block.

When: Friday, June 8, 6-11 p.m.
Where: Camp North End, 1776 Statesville Ave.
Admission: Limited selection of free advance tickets; $10 general admission; $17.50-$37 for add-on experiences

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Morgan Page at World Night

Catch Grammy-nominated DJ and producer Morgan Page at World Nightclub this Friday night.

The electro house artist's most recent album, "DC to Light," debuted at the number one spot on Billboard's Heatseekers Albums chart and number three on the EDM Music & Dance Albums chart. Expect an immersive visual experience from the tech-savvy, environmentally conscious hit maker.

When: Friday, June 8, 10 p.m.- Saturday, June 9, 2 a.m.
Where: World, 900 NC Music Factory Blvd.
Admission: $5 discount two-packs; $10 advance general admission; $15 day of show; $25 VIP

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Groove Fetish at The Music Yard

Catch Groove Fetish at The Music Yard this Saturday evening. Hailing from Wilmington, the five-piece band serves up soulful vocals over power harmonies fusing flavors of rock, funk and progressive music.

When: Saturday, June 9, 7-10 p.m.
Where: The Music Yard, 2433 South Blvd.
Admission: Free

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Jazz night at Barista Craft Coffee 

End your weekend on a high note at Barista Craft's jazz night. The Brian Gilbert Quartet, a budding ensemble consisting of students University of North Carolina at Charlotte's Jazz Studies program, will perform a mix of contemporary pieces, original compositions and classic standards.

When: Sunday, June 10, 7-9 p.m.
Where: Barista Craft Coffee, 5818 Highland Shoppes Drive, C-9
Admission: Free

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