On Friday, March 7th at 8pm sharp, Seven Springs Farms and Vineyard announced via social media, singer Leela James will be taking the musical helm at their NeoSoul Festival on Saturday, April 26th.

From Seven Springs Farms and Vineyard: We are beyond excited to announce that the incomparable Leela James will be the featured artist at the 2025 Neo Soul Festival on Saturday, April 26th at Seven Springs Farm and Vineyard!

With her powerhouse vocals and soul-stirring hits like Fall for You, Complicated, Say That, and Music, Leela James brings the raw emotion that makes Neo-Soul so special.

Mark your calendars and get ready for a day of incredible music.

Tickets available at www.sevenspringsvineyards.com. We can’t wait to see you there!

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Leela James will be replacing the previously announced performer, Angie Stone, who tragically passed away earlier this month.

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Shortly after the tragic passing of legendary singer/songwriter Angie Stone who was set to headline their NeoSoul Festival in April, Seven Springs Farms and Vineyard released a statement on social media.

We are shocked and deeply saddened by the sudden loss of Angie Stone and others from a tragic accident. Her vibrant life ended far too soon, but her impact will continue to inspire us.

Seven Springs has been in communication with Angie Stone’s management, and we will provide additional details this coming week regarding tickets.
We thank you for your patience.

At press time, Seven Springs has not stated what their next action will be for the NeoSoul Festival.

Angie Stone passed away in car accident in Alabama on Saturday, March 1st while en route to Baltimore, MD.

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Known for crafting compelling narratives that resonate deeply with audiences, Warren County native Garrett Davis is bringing another profound stage production, Father Figure to the McGregor Hall stage on Sunday, February 2nd.

Centered around the importance of why fathers should be in the lives of their sons, Father Figure is branded as an “Edutainical(TM)” experience, which combines the emotional depth of live theatre with music and storytelling. In Father Figure, Davis highlights the impact of fatherlessness while offering hope, healing, and a path forward.

Gdavis Productions and Films, founded by Davis in 1994, is a leading theater company known for nationally touring stage plays that depict real-life situations, including Mama’s Girls and Forget Me Not.

Another Warren County native, Dartez Wright, once Davis’s student at Warren County High School and now serves as Creative Director, is also featured in the play.

Tickets for Father Figure are $20 (advance), $25 (day of show), and $15 (student), and are on sale now at https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/11557 or by calling the McGregor Hall office at (252) 598-0662. The box office will also open one hour before the show starts.

McGregor Hall is located at 201 Breckenridge Street in Henderson, NC.

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NeoSoul Festival 2025 is bringing soulful vibes to Seven Springs Farm and Vineyard in Norlina, North Carolina, on Saturday, April 26th. Headlining the event is the legendary Grammy Award-nominated singer/songwriter, Angie Stone.

Stone rose to fame in the late 1970s with the groundbreaking hip-hop trio, The Sequence and later as part of the R&B trio, Vertical Hold. Her solo debut, Black Diamond (1999), went gold and featured the hit “No More Rain (In This Cloud).” Two years later, she followed with Mahogany Soul, which included the timeless track “Wish I Didn’t Miss You,” and continued to solidify her status with albums like Stone Love (2004) and The Art of Love & War (2007), her first number-one album on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop chart.

With three Grammy nominations, two Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards, and the 2021 Soul Music Icon Award from the Black Music Honors, Angie Stone’s influence on neosoul is undeniable.

The festival will also feature live DJ sets, local vendors, and food trucks, promising an unforgettable day of music, culture, and community.

Tickets for NeoSoul Festival 2025 start at $45 and can be purchased at Seven Springs Farm and Vineyard’s website (https://sevenspringsvineyards.com).

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Hundreds from all over Warren County (and beyond) attended the first annual DubFest hosted by The Experience Executives on Sept. 14, making an indelible impression during WCHS Homecoming weekend.

With DJ Mike Dub, DJ Paul of Fame, The Wax Bully, DJ Fly Dre, and special guest DJ Brian Dawson entertaining the masses and food trucks, Soulbachi, Lawrence & Perry, Candi Queen, Soo Jamaican, Kings Southern Style Cooking, Mac Scoops, Integrity BBQ, and Wing Master E & Trinity Eats ready to serve, the Warren County Armory Civic Center overflowed with people ready for a fun-filled time in Warrenton.

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Show how strong your Eagle Pride is with this WCHS Homecoming-themed crossword puzzle!

Don’t miss the action when the WCHS Eagles take on the North Edgecombe Warriors on Saturday, Sept. 14! Get your tickets here!

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Darren Fleet has come a long way from walking the halls of Warren County Schools and posting hilarious videos on YouTube. Nowadays, he’s traveling the country hitting comedy clubs, appearing on improv shows, and sharing his comedic pop culture rants to his fan base of over 2 million followers!

If you’ve been waiting for him to appear on a stage near us, you’re in luck! Fleet’s bringing his brand of standup to Goodnights Comedy in Raleigh on Wednesday, October 30.

From the website:
It doesn’t take long to fall in love with Darren Fleet’s humor. Fleet is making waves in the comedy world and if you’re smart, you’ll want to ride this one. He has performed live with the likes of Rickey Smiley, Karlous Miller, and the cast of “Wild ’N Out,” among others. Fleet has been performing comedy for 5 years now and has graced stages throughout the U.S. He has performed and headlined at several comedy clubs including The Funny Bone, The Improv, Stardome, Comedy Zone, and Punchline Comedy Lounge.

Fleet has been fortunate enough to showcase his talents at the “BET Awards,” Essence Festival, CIAA All-Star Weekend, and Bronner Bros Hair Convention. If comedy isn’t enough to keep him busy, he has thrown his hat into acting as well. This fall, he will premiere his television show, “What Behooves Me,” which will air on ICTV. Fleet has built a following of more than 2 million followers on social media alone through his Instagram and Facebook with his humorous rants on various aspects of everyday life.

Reserved tickets are $37 and general admission is $27.

For tickets to catch Darren Fleet live, visit the Goodnights website at https://www.goodnightscomedy.com/shows/278945.

Goodnights Comedy Club is located at 401 Woodburn Road in Raleigh, NC.

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The weather and scenery could not be more perfect for the first event at the Heritage Cultural Farm in Warrenton.

Hosted by Herman and Veronica Alston, Jazz on the Farm attendees were able to kick back and relax as they immensely enjoyed live music by Just Friends, a band based out of Vance County, NC; DJ sets by “The Bluesmaster” Willie C, and radio personality Sherman Johnson as emcee.

Hudson Chill n Grill and Kim’s Vineyard were onsite as vendors, and the Alston family also sold BBQ and grilled chicken plates.

If Jazz on the Farm has set the tone for what’s to come, we are more than elated to see what’s next.

Learn more about Herman and Veronica Alston and their plans for the Heritage Cultural Farm by watching the video below:

JAZZ ON THE FARM (July 27, 2024)
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We’re approaching warmer days ahead and The Pointe at Lake Gaston are gearing up for their summer music concert series.

May 8- Gary Lowder and Smokin Hot
May 22- North Tower
June 5- Black Water Band
June 19- Cat5
July 3- Feature Attraction Band
July 17- The Castaways
July 31- Band of Oz
August 14- Black Water Band
August 28- Cat5
September 11- The Embers featuring Craig Woolard

The live entertainment starts at 2pm and ends at 6pm.

The Pointe at Lake Gaston is located at 1865 Eaton Ferry Rd in Littleton, NC. For more information, visit their website at https://www.pointelakegaston.com.

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What do you get when you combine the prowess of a Civil Rights leader and the musical styling of a New Orleans bounce music queen?

You get Ella Baker Shaker, a new single from a compilation all about celebrating Black Joy called The Black Joy Experience Vol 2: Comrade led by Johnathan Lykes and featuring THE Big Freedia.

Coined “The Mother of the Civil Rights Movement,” Ella Josephine Baker’s career spanned more than five decades. Her impact was felt and known especially in New York City and the South, where she worked alongside some of the most noted Civil Rights leaders of the 20th century, including W. E. B. Du Bois, Thurgood Marshall, A. Philip Randolph, and Martin Luther King Jr. She also mentored many emerging activists, such as Diane Nash, Stokely Carmichael, and Bob Moses, as leaders in the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC).

Ella Baker

Baker’s hometown was Norfolk, VA; however, her childhood home is located in Littleton, NC. Each year in April, organizations such as the NAACP commemorate Ella Baker Day throughout the country.

Trust, Ella Baker Shaker doesn’t replace an actual history lesson about the dynamic figure, but it does serve to build awareness about an influential (and local) member of the Human Rights movement.

Celebrate Ella Baker Day on Friday, April 8th at 9am for the dedication of the new Historic Highway Marker at 158 NC Highway 903 in Littleton, NC.

Learn more about Ella Baker and her contributions by visiting the Ella Baker Center website or the Ella Baker Educational Project of NC.

Jonathan Lykes – Ella Baker Shaker (Feat.) Big Freedia

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