Royal American

Charleston community backs The High Divers, local Charleston group (photo by Sean Money & Elizabeth Fay). "Benefit concert at the Royal American on Friday. Donations of $10 or more will be accepted at the door to go toward some of the band's costs accrued from the accident (Post and Courier)"

Charleston Wine + Food events for budget-friendly travelers

Last weekend The Royal American played host to The Third Annual Summer Shindig with a premium lineup from the Holy City’s sweetheart record label, Hearts & Plugs. Charleston Grit caught up with founder Dan McCurry and label-mate Grace Joyner to talk highlights of the label’s history and of the past year.

Hearts & Plugs Summer Shindig promises smooth grooves for the masses.

If this is any indication of Joyner’s future direction, then Charleston music fans will be fortunate onlookers.

Your go-to guide for all things Charleston this weekend, December 18-20

T. Hardy Morris and the Hardknocks will be at The Royal American December 18th at 9 pm. Ten dollars gets you in to what is sure to be a raucous time. “It’s a fun show” says Hardy “the band has a lot of energy, I’m looking forward to getting back on the road with them. It’s different than anything else you’ll see this year, that’s for sure.”

Your go-to guide for all things Charleston this weekend, December 4-6

While the name may be deceiving, Youth Model isn’t your typical fresh-faced indie pop band hoping to squirm their way into the hearts of teeny-boppers.

Hunter Park of She Returns From War played a pre-album release show for her upcoming album, Oh What a Love, at The Rarebit. Park’s songs come from a deep place of emotion that of course feels personal, but like any great song, also universal.

Check out 10 of our favorite downtown places to beat the heat with a cold drink for happy hour.

Grit-worthy Charleston events 3/13–3/15. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

Grit-worthy Charleston events 3/6–3/8. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

Grit-worthy Charleston events 2/27–3/1. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

You didn't demand it and there was no vote, but here are the most prestigious porcelain awards in the Lowcountry. Behold Charleston's best bathrooms.

From its original conceptualization as a craft beer bar to its realization as Charleston's premier brewpub and upscale-casual eatery, co-owners of Edmund's Oast Scott Shor and Rich Carley have a lot to be proud of.

This week, Bailey shows you the perfect looks for hitting up Royal American, Two Boroughs Larder, and the CofC Visual Arts Club's sweet cheap art auction.

Grit-worthy Charleston events 2/13–2/14. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

Grit-worthy Charleston events 2/6–2/8. Trust us, you'll have a blast.