Charleston

Charleston From a Visitor's Perspective

Blogger Kelly Amendola of A Lovely Life explores Charleston from a visitor's perspective.

Charleston Paddlers Compete in the World-Class 2015 Carolina Cup

Two Charleston teenagers were among the elite paddlers at Saturday's Carolina Cup in Wrightsville Beach, NC

Random Rab + saQi

Random Rab and saQi played Wednesday night at the Charleston Pour House as a stop on their North American Tour 2015.

H+P Redux Residency Week Five: Grace Joyner + Hermit's Victory Album Release

Indie darling Grace Joyner and ethereal bedroom-pop artist Hermit's Victory closed out the Hearts & Plugs Redux Residency on April 15 as the final show of the five-part series. Although the residency has come to an end, the series has undeniably catapulted the Charleston music scene and has brought recognition to these 10 deserving artists. #WednesdayisthenewFriday

L.E.A.R.N. Celebrates Help a Horse Day

This Saturday, April 25, L.E.A.R.N. Horse Rescue celebrates “the possible” in honor of the ASPCA’s Help a Horse Day 2015

2015 Bodhi's Revenge SUP Ocean Race on Folly Beach: Sun, Surf, and Camaraderie

The weather report stated “100% chance of Thunderstorms by 10:00 am,” but for the brave souls that dared the weather, Sunday morning provided both sun and surf for the Bodhi’s Revenge Paddle Race on Folly Beach.

Google Me, Baby: Beauty and Bleona

Andrew C. Petersen talks beauty with Bleona Qereti, star of Bravo's "Euros of Hollywood."

Summer Is Music Festival Season. Are You Ready?

Read on for 20+ excuses to relax, escape from the norm, and travel this summer to see where countless artists of all genres are popping up all over the country.

Charleston Eat Local Challenge 2015

The Lowcountry is bursting with local farms and food producers, and the impact on our economy when we buy from local farmers is profound. Making a simple shift in your weekly spending to $10 towards local food could potentially bring millions to the Lowcountry and reduce our environmental impact as a community. The Eat Local Challenge is a great place to start.

Police Brutality Against African Americans: A Historical Perspective

If you think that the shooting death of Walter Scott is an isolated incident, then it's time to take a look at the history of black Charleston.

H+P Redux Residency Week Four: SUSTO + Johnny Delaware

Country-rock artists Johnny Delaware and SUSTO played to a packed house this past Wednesday, marking the fourth show of the Redux Residency sponsored by Hearts & Plugs. These #acidboys are here to say that #WednesdayisthenewFriday.

Protesters NOT Shutting Down Ravenel Bridge

Charleston City Paper reported that protesters described as "an offshoot" of Black Lives Matter Charleston would be shutting down the Ravenel Bridge at 4pm. However, for unknown reasons, the protest has been called off.

H+P Redux Residency Week Three: Run Dan Run + Infinitikiss Album Release

Music veterans Run Dan Run and Infinitikiss played an April Fool's show at the Redux Contemporary Art Center, celebrating the official album release of Mr. Jenkins' "Greatest Hits." This show marks the third in the residency, which showcases local bands each Wednesday for period of five weeks straight. It's no joke that #WednesdayisthenewFriday.

Easter Bunny Leaves Some Surf

Early April sees trade-wind swell

Look What Washed Up on Our Shore

Just when you thought it was safe to get in the water

Let's Get Que'd With Queology

Interview with award-winning pitmaster, Russ Cornette of Queology.

Pointa.TV Encourages Skate Culture in Charleston

Inspired by the independent film community, streaming service Pointa.TV brings skate videos to shops, restaurants, and bars around the Southeast.

All Aboard the Sol Driven Train!

Saturday night at the Pour house was local award-winning band Sol Driven Train’s album release party, with opener BIG Something.

Confessions of an Uber Driver

Need cash? Own a car? Consider driving for Uber. But not before reading this interview for the inside scoop on what it's like to partner with the service in Charleston.

H+P Redux Residency Week Two: Elim Bolt + ET Anderson

Indie rockers Elim Bolt and ET Anderson headlined the sophomore show of the Hearts & Plugs Redux Residency, a five-show series showcasing 10 bands from the local music scene on Wednesdays. #WednesdayisthenewFriday