writing

This year my band released our fourth CD. We did it all wrong. Way wrong. So, for anyone who hasn't liked my review of their music, feel free to take shots at mine.

Grit blogger Dr. John Abess goes 50 days without Facebook and lives to tell the tale.

No, we're not talking about basketball. In a world of radical politicians, Shep Rose wonders when we might come to a center, a mutually beneficial meeting place.

In a world obsessed with body image, few companies are standing up to the issue. Guest blogger Tori Williams talks about the issue and who is actually influencing us for the better.

Lunch with local historian and writer Suzannah Smith Miles ends up in a graveyard, accompanied by an eye-opening history lesson of some of Charleston' first residents.

Yeah, we know you think you've seen and heard enough about the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. But, do you actually know just how much it's really helping the cause? We've got the facts here.

In the age of life-simplifying apps, Tinder has certainly changed the dating game and hook up culture. But is it for the better?

It's that time of year again. School's back in session, and for seniors at CofC like Tori Williams, it's the beginning of a bittersweet end.

Local fly fisherman Doug Roland realizes there's always more tricks to learn and bigger fish to catch.

In a brief examination of depression in the wake of Robin William's devastating death, Shep Rose cites parallels in the life of another tragically lost genius, David Foster Wallace.

We are happy to announce that the Holy City is hosting a same-sex wedding event this summer! Learn more about the AFFA fundraiser, "Say A Big, Gay ‘I Do’ To A Charleston Destination Wedding" here.

Are you a detox expert or looking to try it out? We've got some tips on healthy and safe ways to rid your body of toxins and impurities.

After a decade as one half of the Charleston electronic-rock band Slow Runner, Michael Flynn sets out on his own with a solo offering.

Meet a candidate for Secretary of State, a mover, a shaker, and a woman with a plan. This lady may not be your typical choice on the ballot, but don't count her out, she's ready to make major changes.

Don't find yourself in a jam, and miss all the bands at this summer's first big music festival on the lovely grounds of the Charleston Tea Plantation. Here is a set by set list of who's playing.

The styles of the best dressed were out when our newest blogger headed upstate to the second annual Artfields event to view the variety of artistic talent and survey Streetstyle on Awards Day.

Nothing is better than great live music. Local singer-songwriter has a solid new album out, and shows she can recreate the music from that album beautifully at a couple of recent local performances.

Every musician creates music in their own unique way, but it takes a special person to create deep, soulful tunes that come from their heart and touch yours. This Charleston local tells us her story.

As if it wasn't cool enough Mike Birbiglia is coming to Charleston Music Hall, but our own Hunter Gardner got a chance to interview him and hear what's inspired him from the beginning in his career.

Ever thought reality TV could teach lessons in the real world? Hunter Gardner and Jeremy McLellan give us their lists of lessons learned after this week's episode of Southern Charm.