Downtown Raleigh's iconic summer concert series Live After 5 returns to City Plaza with a brand new theme: Music of North Carolina!
Join us for our FREE family-friendly block party on NC’s Main Street with live music, local food trucks, wine and beer for purchase, and more.
About the Artists –
Weekend Excursion is a North Carolina-based pop-rock band known for their hook-laden melodies, tasty guitars, and rich harmonies. Their unique, violin-infused sound has garnered a dedicated fan base and the opportunity to share the stage with artists such as John Mayer, Black Eyed Peas, Barenaked Ladies, Melissa Etheridge, Five For Fighting, Hootie and the Blowfish, and Collective Soul. In addition to their successful touring career, the band has also had songs featured on popular shows such as Scrubs, The Real World, and Dawson's Creek. Most recently they performed on CNN New Year's Eve Live with Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen. With their engaging live performances, infectious energy, and undeniable chemistry, Weekend Excursion continues to captivate audiences and solidify their place in the Southeast music scene.
With an old soul and a fresh perspective, Tre. Charles has cultivated soundscapes and wave therapy on some of the musical worlds biggest stages such as Newport Jazz Festival, TEDx, and NPR while simultaneously staying steadfast in his belief of authentic quality over quantity; and it is with that stance that Charles has acquired cosigns from the likes of GRAMMY AWARD winning artists such as Son Little, Brittany Howard, Cedric Burnside, and Hip-Hop legends Digable Planets and Arrested Development; of which he has been direct support on a string of sold out shows. The D’angelico Guitars and Supro endorsed Charles’s inquisitive introspection has caught the attention of over 300k listeners across streaming platforms; not to mention the countless listeners he has captivated at venues, festivals, and conferences. His unique sonics have entertained and helped heal those who have listened, and Charles plans to continue that standard with his newest EP, “Here We Are.”, ushering in a new era; elevating his artistry and vision to new heights once again.
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