Album from the Vaults:
Cee Lo Green, “Cee Lo Green… Is the Soul Machine”: Yes he is. Cee Lo has garnered plenty of critical acclaim recently with a specific “lady-killer” album, however he’s always been on top of his game, since he started out with the rap group Goodie Mob. We recommend a throw-back with an album full of smooth lyrics and refreshing sound with his recognizably soulful voice. Simply put, Cee Lo Green is summer music at it’s finest.
Movie from the Vaults:
“Donnie Darko”: This film is eerie, witty and just a damn good film. After being released to take-home editions, the film quickly became a classic, developing a strong fan base. Jake Gyllenhaal plays as the paranoid schizophrenic teenager whose hallucinations may not have been figments of his imagination after all. Watch this thriller unfold ASAP. Thank us later.
Events:
Thursday, July 14
Farewell Drifters
Local 506 | Check out this Nashville Americana band as they visit Chapel Hill. A group with a nice sound, they released an album titled “Echo Boom” early in June.
9:30 p.m., $10
Friday, July 15
Mr. Diplomat
DSI Comedy Theater | Catch one of the more innovative series in improv comedy yet again this weekend for those in need of a late-night helping of fun. Mr. Diplomat features the spit-fire improvisational acting of funny true stories geared to give any audience pleasure ranging from the absurd to down-right hilarious.
10:30 p.m., Free
10 By 10 in the Triangle
The ArtsCenter | With a weekend full of plays, it’s sure to be a great time for theater-enthusiasts and those with short attention spans alike. With artists coming in from around the country, each night looks to be full of diverse, eclectic performances. Shows will take place on Saturday and Sunday, as well.
8 p.m., $14 if purchased in advance
Thursday, July 21
The Heartless Bastards
Local 506 | She’s been described as having a uniquely transcendent voice, and Erika Wennerstrom will bring that voice and her band to the local music spot. The band served as guest musical performers on Jimmy Kimmel Live last year and look to deliver again.
9 p.m., $12 if purchased in advance
Friday, July 22
Dex Romweber Duo
Cat’s Cradle | See a duo that has plenty of musical tenure as the brother-sister combo arrive in Carrboro as part of a short North Carolina stint on their tour, hosting their album release show. Front-man, Dex Romweber returns to Chapel Hill — one of the places he’s called home — with a powerful rockabilly blues sound.
9:30 p.m., $10
Best of 10 By 10
The ArtsCenter | As a result of this year being the 10th anniversary of the aforementioned local play series, the final two weeks of July will feature the “Best of” from the last decade. 10 by 10 veterans return to perform in this special show. Shows will run through Sunday.
8 p.m. $14 if purchased in advance
Mr. Diplomat
DSI Comedy Theater | Catch one of the more innovative series in improv comedy yet again this weekend for those in need of a late-night helping of fun. Mr. Diplomat features the spit-fire improvisational acting of funny true stories geared to give any audience pleasure ranging from the absurd to down-right hilarious.
10:30 p.m., Free
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