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The Pour House Ticket Giveaway and EZ Vibes Top Picks
Live Music and Festivals in NC - January 2026
Quick Hits
đ EZ Vibes Concert Calendar
đ§ď¸ Spotify Playlist with Artists coming to NC
đ¸ Featured Shows: Tom Hamiltonâs NC Takeover
đ Giveaway: Win Mellow Swells tickets for The Pour House
𧢠Fresh Drop: The EZ Vibes Rope Hat is here
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Top Picks for the week
EZ Vibes Concert Calendar
The EZ Concert Calendar: Your NC Music Roadmap
The EZ Vibes calendar is officially firing on all cylinders, and weâre keeping the momentum going. Weâve moved past the "new year" buzz and settled into our groove as your statewide hub for live music. Whether youâre scouting the mountain scene in Asheville, tracking the coast in Wilmington, or staying close to home in Raleigh, the calendar is built to make sure you never miss a beat.
Weâre continuing to expand our reach from the Blue Ridge to the Outer Banks, adding fresh show listings and deeper features to help you navigate the best NC has to offer.
Pro-Tip: Todayâs Top Picks section covers the rest of January to give you a head start on your adventures. Youâll still get our weekly deep dives and featured events every Tuesday, but this full-month view is here to help you lock in those "can't-miss" dates early. Explore the full schedule and letâs get out there.
The Spotify Playlist
Want to hear exactly whatâs coming to our local stages before you grab your tickets? Weâve curated the ultimate EZ Vibes Artist Playlist just for you. Every week, we refresh the lineup to feature the artists hitting North Carolinaâs best venuesâfrom the jam-heavy riffs of Tom Hamilton to the psychedelic funk of the Mellow Swells. Itâs the perfect way to preview the weekâs top picks, discover a new favorite opener, or just set the mood for your next concert road trip. Give it a follow and keep the soundtrack to your January adventures on repeat!
Listen & Follow here: EZ Vibes Artist Playlist
Featured Shows of the Week
Tom Hamiltonâs NC Takeover
If youâve seen Joe Russoâs Almost Dead (JRAD), you know that Tom Hamilton is one of the most clinical and soulful improvisers on the planet. Heâs taking a "NC Road Trip" this week, bringing that deep, jam-heavy energy to some of our favorite rooms. He also releasing a new album this week so these shows, so do not sleep on these shows in Charlotte, Wilmington and Greensboro!

đ Ticket Giveaway: Mellow Swells @ The Pour House
Raleigh, weâve got you! We are giving away a pair of tickets to see Mellow Swells and The Snozzberries this Friday night. Itâs going to be a psychedelic-funk masterclass.
Fresh Drop: New EZ Vibes Gear
The squad is growing, and now you can look the part. Weâve teamed up with local entrepreneur Robbie Hinton of IML Engraved Designs to create these custom rope hats, featuring a premium leather patch.
These were designed and crafted right here in our community with a look that is absolutely tight. By picking one up, youâre directly supporting EZ Vibes and the local makers who keep our scene moving. Grab yours and wear it proud at the next show!
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Bring Out Yer Dead - Bob Weir Forever
Bring Out Yer Dead - Photo by Snappin Joshua
Last Thursday night at the Lincoln Theatre, the Raleigh community proved that while the man may be gone, the spirit is very much alive. Bring Out Yer Dead hosted a high-spirited "Bob Weir Forever" tribute that felt less like a memorial and more like a family reunion. The energy in the room was electricâa beautiful, high-vibration celebration of everything Bobby gave us. It was one of those nights where the music didn't just fill the air; it connected every person in the room, reminding us why we do this. If you were there, you felt that unmistakable hope and resilience Bobby always championed. Credit to Joshua Thompson for the photos. Make sure to check out his work and his upcoming tour with Tom Hamilton of JRAD!
Top Picks: The Week of 1/19
Wednesday - 01/21
Tom Hamilton, Joe May - Neighborhood Theatre - Charlotte, NC
Thursday - 01/22
Tom Hamilton - Bourgie Nights - Wilmington, NC
Friday - 01/23
Mellow Swells, The Snozzberries - The Pour House - Raleigh, NC
Kendall Street Company, Keith Allen Circus - Ziggyâs - Greensboro, NC
The Great Cover Up (Night 1) - Kings - Raleigh, NC
Donna The Buffalo - Neighborhood Theatre - Charlotte, NC
Saturday - 01/24
Tom Hamilton, The Wright Ave Duo - The Flat Iron - Greensboro, NC
Badfish, Beach Fly, Damn Skippy - The Fillmore - Charlotte, NC
The Great Cover Up (Night 2) - Kings - Raleigh, NC
Donna The Buffalo - Ziggyâs - Greensboro, NC
Sunday - 01/25
Badfish, Beach Fly - Bowstring Wilmington - Wilmington, NC
Join the Squad!
EZ Vibes is here to make discovering and enjoying live music easy. We need your help to build a strong and inclusive music community here in Raleigh. Apply to be an ambassador with the EZ Vibes Squad and be the first to know about ticket giveaways, community events, and volunteer opportunities!
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Keep the vibes high and the music loud!
Evan from EZ Vibes




