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August 14 · 12 min
Carrboro: Music Festival, Back to School, Teen Center Pilot
Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, August 14, discussing town news and events. She talked about the upcoming fall festival season in Carrboro, with a highlight the Carrboro Music Festival, which was just announced this week. She also previewed the upcoming La Feistas en La Calle, West End Poetry Festival, and more. She also discussed the upcoming return of students to the area, and the return to school for local public school students. She talked about a Teen Center pilot program at the Drakeford Library Complex, and more. Mayor Barbara Foushee of Carrboro. Conversations With the Mayors is an ongoing series on “News on the Hill” where host Andrew Stuckey visits with the local government leaders who help shape our communities in Chapel Hill and the surrounding area. Each Tuesday he visits with Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell; Wednesdays feature a conversation with Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jean Hamilton; Thursdays feature Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson, and Fridays include a conversation with Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee. You can listen to previous “Conversations With the Mayors” here. The post Carrboro: Music Festival, Back to School, Teen Center Pilot appeared first on Chapelboro.com.
August 14 · 6 min
Date Night: FDOC – First Date On Campus?
With the UNC students arriving in town for the fall semester, what’s a date-night idea that’s near campus? Brad suggests a pair of prime peoplewatching options, while Aaron recommends a pair of East Franklin Street restaurants that provide classiness without necessarily breaking your bank. (Also, Brad comes up with a pretty good new slogan for Chapel Hill. Or Carrboro? Either way.) Are you looking for romantic date-night ideas in Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and the greater Triangle community? Memorable restaurants, cultural experiences, special events, great places to get outdoors? Every Friday morning at 8:30, Aaron Keck and his husband Brad Bednar go on 97.9 The Hill and offer their recommendations during “Date Night” on This Morning with Aaron Keck. Click here to listen back to all their past segments – and tune in to This Morning every Friday at 8:30 to hear “Date Night” live on the air. You can also listen to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” on Spotify. Click here to follow Aaron and listen to all his segments, from local news to fun features to hard-hitting interviews. Listen: The post Date Night: FDOC – First Date On Campus? appeared first on Chapelboro.com.
August 14 · 6 min
What’s Trending: Let’s Talk About How Weird People Are
Trending today: a new survey about what people do with their old electronics: sell it? recycle it? or just stick it in a drawer? Victor and Aaron agree with the plurality of Americans: they just hang onto a lot of their old electronics, long after they’re no longer useful. (Aaron recycles them sometimes, but it’s not always easy to do.) Also: Victor’s mantra when searching for lost items; Aaron’s deep trust in the folks at Staples; the keys on your key ring whose purpose you’ve long forgotten; Victor’s ancient-yet-modern burial plans; and the impossible-to-understate importance of “having a guy.” Want to know what folks are talking about on social media? Every weekday on 97.9 The Hill’s “This Morning with Aaron Keck,” Victor Lewis scours the Internet for the day’s top trending stories, from weird news to wacky crimes to odd business ventures and everything in between. Click here to listen back to all our past What’s Trending segments – and tune in to “This Morning” on 97.9 The Hill every weekday at 7:45 to hear What’s Trending live on the air. You can also listen to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” on Spotify. Click here to follow Aaron and listen to all his segments, from local news to fun features to hard-hitting interviews. What’s Trending is made possible by Dynamic Electric. Listen now: The post What’s Trending: Let’s Talk About How Weird People Are appeared first on Chapelboro.com.
August 14 · 7 min
On Air Today: A New Location for the Kosala Kadampa Buddhist Center
The Kosala Kadampa Buddhist Center is moving to a new space! Formerly located above Carrburritos on Rosemary Street, the center is now at 101 Cosgrove Avenue, in Chapel Hill just off 15/501. They’re inviting everyone to check out the space at a grand opening Friday and Saturday, August 21-22, with events from 6:00-8:30 p.m. Friday and 10:00-5:30 Saturday. Conversation presented by the Kosala Kadampa Buddhist Center. Visit MeditationInTheTriangle.org for more information. Aaron welcomes education program coordinator Nancy Fox to discuss the Kosala Kadampa Buddhist Center, the new location, and the grand opening festivities. 97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every weekday morning, 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck chats with government officials, UNC scholars, business and nonprofit leaders, area musicians, and others in our community as they share their thoughts, their experience, and their expertise on the central issues of today. Click here to listen back to all of Aaron’s conversations – and tune in to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” at 7:30 a.m. on 97.9 The Hill to hear those conversations live. You can also listen to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” on Spotify. Click here to follow Aaron and listen to all his segments, from local news to fun features to hard-hitting interviews. Listen: The post On Air Today: A New Location for the Kosala Kadampa Buddhist Center appeared first on Chapelboro.com.
August 14 · 9 min
The Morning News: Mark Chilton Retiring, UNC Returning
In today’s news: longtime Orange County Register of Deeds Mark Chilton announces he’s stepping down, a few months before the end of his term. Also: UNC students return to Chapel Hill ahead of the start of the fall semester; Chapel Hill town officials move ahead on plans for a new Fire Station 4 in the northern part of town; a former Chapel Hill police officer is released from custody after being accused of planning a mass shooting in New Orleans; the Carrboro Music Festival sets a date; Pittsboro names a new planning director; and Hillsborough’s town board gets an update on their strategic plan. And in sports: Carolina women’s soccer gets the UNC fall athletics calendar started with a season-opening win over Fairfield; Tar Heel men’s soccer drops a preseason exhibition at Maryland; a Tar Heel football star gets a preseason honor; and UNC’s head wrestling coach gets a contract extension. 97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every weekday morning, 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck recaps the day’s news, from local government to business developments to UNC sports. Click here to listen back to all of Aaron’s daily news reports, which you can hear live during “This Morning with Aaron Keck” every weekday from 6:00 to 9:00 a.m. You can also listen to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” on Spotify. Click here to follow Aaron and listen to all his segments, from local news to fun features to hard-hitting interviews. Listen: The post The Morning News: Mark Chilton Retiring, UNC Returning appeared first on Chapelboro.com.
August 13 · 7 min
The Evening News: Chatham County Pipeline, Carrboro Music Festival, Soccer Season Reimagined
97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news, including Chatham County Commissioners Karen Howard weighing in on community feedback on the Enbridge Pipeline. We also learn details of this fall’s Carrboro Music Festival, learn some crime news from Chatham County, and more. In sports, more on Seth Trimble to Louisville, a reimagined men’s soccer season proposed, and more. 97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in the greater Chapel Hill and Carrboro community. Every weekday afternoon, 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey recaps the day’s news, from local government to business developments to UNC sports, and everything in-between. Hear compelling stories, breaking news, and more. Find all of Andrew’s Evening News Reports by clicking here. The post The Evening News: Chatham County Pipeline, Carrboro Music Festival, Soccer Season Reimagined appeared first on Chapelboro.com.
August 13 · 13 min
Chapel Hill: Students Returning, Fire Station 4, LUMO Workshops
Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, August 13, discussing town news and events. She previewed the upcoming Inter-City visit with the Chamber for a Greater Chapel Hill Carrboro, where they will visit Charlottesville, VA. She also discussed the start of school for both UNC and CHCCS. She talked about the plans for a rebuild of First Station 4 on Weaver Dairy Road, previewed some upcoming LUMO outreach, and more. Mayor Jess Anderson of Chapel Hill. Conversations With the Mayors is an ongoing series on “News on the Hill” where host Andrew Stuckey visits with the local government leaders who help shape our communities in Chapel Hill and the surrounding area. Each Tuesday he visits with Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell; Wednesdays feature a conversation with Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jean Hamilton; Thursdays feature Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson, and Fridays include a conversation with Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee. You can listen to previous “Conversations With the Mayors” here. The post Chapel Hill: Students Returning, Fire Station 4, LUMO Workshops appeared first on Chapelboro.com.
August 13 · 7 min
History Matters: Fear Conquers Reason, But Desire Conquers Fear
This week, Scott and Aaron look back on the first successful balloon crossing of the Atlantic (after many failed attempts). Also: a determined widow becomes the first woman to cross the Atlantic by solo boat; a schoolteacher launches the “Dick and Jane” book series; and one determined woman saves the land that later becomes the Eno River State Park. 97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond. Click here to listen back to the full History Matters archive – and tune in to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” Thursday mornings at 8:30 on 97.9 The Hill to hear those conversations live. You can also listen to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” on Spotify. Click here to follow Aaron and listen to all his segments, from local news to fun features to hard-hitting interviews. Listen: The post History Matters: Fear Conquers Reason, But Desire Conquers Fear appeared first on Chapelboro.com.
August 13 · 5 min
What’s Trending: Mischief Managed
Trending today: fans of the Harry Potter film series successfully lobby to divert a proposed power link away from the site of Dobby’s grave. (Instead, the line is being re-routed – in a way that might disturb some actual ancient ruins.) Filling in for Victor, Harry Potter non-megafan Michael Koh is incensed – but Aaron puts a positive spin on it. Want to know what folks are talking about on social media? Every weekday on 97.9 The Hill’s “This Morning with Aaron Keck,” Victor Lewis scours the Internet for the day’s top trending stories, from weird news to wacky crimes to odd business ventures and everything in between. Click here to listen back to all our past What’s Trending segments – and tune in to “This Morning” on 97.9 The Hill every weekday at 7:45 to hear What’s Trending live on the air. You can also listen to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” on Spotify. Click here to follow Aaron and listen to all his segments, from local news to fun features to hard-hitting interviews. What’s Trending is made possible by Dynamic Electric. Listen now: The post What’s Trending: Mischief Managed appeared first on Chapelboro.com.
August 13 · 7 min
Positively Mebane: Construction, Concerts, and Classes
It’s almost back-to-school time, but Mebanites will have to deal with road work: Kelly says rail line improvements will impact traffic starting the first week of classes. But there’s better news from Mebane as well, with several fun upcoming events – like the Back to School Bash on August 13 and the latest round of the Music on 4th Concert Series Friday, August 21. (And don’t forget to sign up for the Mebane Citizens Academy, which is getting underway soon!) 97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every weekday morning, 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck chats with government officials, UNC scholars, business and nonprofit leaders, area musicians, and others in our community as they share their thoughts, their experience, and their expertise on the central issues of today. Click here to listen back to all of Aaron’s conversations – and tune in to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” at 7:30 a.m. on 97.9 The Hill to hear those conversations live. Every month, Aaron welcomes Mebane public information officer Kelly Hunter for “Positively Mebane,” a look at what’s going on in Mebane and what folks can see and do while they’re there. Visit PositivelyMebane.com to learn more! The post Positively Mebane: Construction, Concerts, and Classes appeared first on Chapelboro.com.
August 13 · 6 min
The Morning News: Chatham Pipeline, Seth Trimble
In today’s news: Chatham County residents speak out against a proposed natural gas pipeline, and UNC basketball star Seth Trimble transfers to Louisville. Also: Chapel Hill’s Wallace Parking Deck closes for repairs; UNC men’s soccer coach Carlos Somoano pushes for a revamped schedule across the entire academic year; and the UNC fall sports calendar officially gets under way with Tar Heel women’s soccer hosting Fairfield. 97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every weekday morning, 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck recaps the day’s news, from local government to business developments to UNC sports. Click here to listen back to all of Aaron’s daily news reports, which you can hear live during “This Morning with Aaron Keck” every weekday from 6:00 to 9:00 a.m. You can also listen to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” on Spotify. Click here to follow Aaron and listen to all his segments, from local news to fun features to hard-hitting interviews. Listen: The post The Morning News: Chatham Pipeline, Seth Trimble appeared first on Chapelboro.com.
August 12 · 12 min
The Evening News: Seth Trimble Moves On, Eno Arts Mill Returns, Athletic Department Evolves
97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news we learn that Seth Trimble will transfer to Louisville for his newly awarded 5th season of eligibility, as UNC has already completed their roster for the upcoming season. We also hear more details from Athletic Director Steve Newmark on a plan to consolidate the athletic department’s revenue generation. We get a detailed story on the Eno Arts Mill’s reopening, and more. 97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in the greater Chapel Hill and Carrboro community. Every weekday afternoon, 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey recaps the day’s news, from local government to business developments to UNC sports, and everything in-between. Hear compelling stories, breaking news, and more. Find all of Andrew’s Evening News Reports by clicking here. The post The Evening News: Seth Trimble Moves On, Eno Arts Mill Returns, Athletic Department Evolves appeared first on Chapelboro.com.
August 12 · 7 min
On Air Today: Amy Sayle, Education Specialist for the Morehead Planetarium
Amy Sayle, Education Specialist for the Morehead Planetarium, spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, August 12, discussing the upcoming Persied Meteor Showers overnight on August 12-13. She discussed the best timing and techniques for viewing the meteors, which will have the advantage of a new moon making the sky even darker than usual. She also discussed other celestial events, events at the Morehead Planetarium, and more. On Air Today features interviews and conversations with the latest newsmakers in our community — including local elected leaders, educators, business owners, and anyone else with their finger on the pulse of the greater Chapel Hill community. The post On Air Today: Amy Sayle, Education Specialist for the Morehead Planetarium appeared first on Chapelboro.com.
August 12 · 13 min
Orange County: Tax Assessment Work Group, Upcoming Events, and More
Vice-Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Amy Fowler spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, August 12, discussing county news and events. She talked about the Tax Assessment Work Group, which is examining how tax assessment is done in the county. She discussed the work that group is engaged in and the timeline for sharing their findings. She also talked about administrative costs of SNAP benefit administering, and new steep fines being levied at counties who have error rates. She also looked ahead to the August 25th meeting of the county commissioners and more. Photo via the Orange County government. Orange County Commissioner Amy Fowler. Conversations With the Mayors is an ongoing series on “News on the Hill” where host Andrew Stuckey visits with the local government leaders who help shape our communities in Chapel Hill and the surrounding area. Each Tuesday he visits with Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell; Wednesdays feature a conversation with Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jean Hamilton; Thursdays feature Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson, and Fridays include a conversation with Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee. You can listen to previous “Conversations With the Mayors” here. The post Orange County: Tax Assessment Work Group, Upcoming Events, and More appeared first on Chapelboro.com.
August 12 · 23 min
‘Choose Who To Believe’: Live and Local with the Shoaldiggers!
Popular local band The Shoaldiggers stopped by Live & Local this week, ahead of the release of their new album “Choose Who To Believe.” Visit Shoaldiggers.com. Classify their music however you like – swampgrass? roots rock? “acousti-lectric bomb squad,” as they sometimes describe themselves? – the Shoaldiggers have built a well-earned reputation as one of the best live acts in the Triangle. And with “Choose Who To Believe,” their fourth album, they’re also expanding their recorded sound into wider ranges and new territories. “One thing we’re really proud of is all the eclectic members we have in the band, and all their expansive influences,” says Daryl White. “It’s that melding of everybody’s influences that make it so wonderful.” The Shoaldiggers are now up to ten members – most recently Kayley Raskin, a vocalist and classical violinist-turned-fiddler who joined the band last year after a chance meeting at the Carrboro Music Festival. “We got done playing our set and Kayley came up with her son and was like, ‘We really enjoyed your music,'” White remembers. “And immediately I said, ‘You play music, don’t you?’ And she said, ‘Yes.’ And I said, ‘You play violin, don’t you?’ And she said, ‘How did you know that?!’ I could just feel it. And it was beautiful magic, and we’ve had a great time ever since.” Follow the Shoaldiggers on Instagram. “Choose Who To Believe” officially drops on Friday, August 14, and the Shoaldiggers are celebrating with an album-release show that night at Cat’s Cradle Back Room – “one of our favorite places,” says Shoaldigger Stephen Beck – with Asheville band Hustle Souls opening. Click here to buy tickets to Friday’s show. Stephen Beck, Gary Larson, Kayley Raskin, and Daryl White of the Shoaldiggers stopped by Live & Local this week to discuss “Choose Who To Believe” and play three tracks: “Hook, Line, and Sinker,” “Yard Bird,” and “Honey Trap.” Listen: The post ‘Choose Who To Believe’: Live and Local with the Shoaldiggers! appeared first on Chapelboro.com.
August 12 · 21 min
Talking Culture: ‘In Search of a Boy Named Chester,’ with Ford Worthy
Welcome to Talking Culture! In this weekly interview series from 97.9 The Hill WCHL, you’ll hear from writers, performers, musicians and individuals involved in advancing and promoting cultural arts in our community. Talking Culture is proudly sponsored by Duke Graduate Liberal Studies; a 30-hour, self-designed liberal arts master’s program at Duke University, offering an interdisciplinary graduate experience tailored to your interests and life experiences. Welcoming students from all walks of life, learn more here! This week, Aaron welcomes local author Ford Worthy, who’s just published a new book about a personal quest to uncover the details behind a long-buried family story dating back more than 80 years. The book, “In Search of a Boy Named Chester,” begins with Worthy’s father telling him a story about how he’d accompanied a young boy from California to Nebraska while trying to return home immediately after World War II – and Worthy’s decision to try to locate that boy and find out what happened to him. He didn’t have much to go on – an uncertain name, a couple of cities, and a handful of details about the boy’s family – but that was enough to launch a fascinating search that eventually pulled in dozens of fellow seekers online. (Did he find him? Learn for yourself: click here to read more about the project and purchase a copy of the book.) 97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every weekday morning, 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck chats with government officials, UNC scholars, business and nonprofit leaders, area musicians, and others in our community as they share their thoughts, their experience, and their expertise on the central issues of today. Click here to listen back to all of Aaron’s conversations – and tune in to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” at 7:30 a.m. on 97.9 The Hill to hear those conversations live. You can also listen to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” on Spotify. Click here to follow Aaron and listen to all his segments, from local news to fun features to hard-hitting interviews. Listen: The post Talking Culture: ‘In Search of a Boy Named Chester,’ with Ford Worthy appeared first on Chapelboro.com.
August 12 · 6 min
What’s Trending: TO RULE THEM ALLLL!
Trending today: Victor uses a classic viral video to introduce a story about a new style of Tide detergent – which, because he’s a purist, he’s opposed to. (Also, Aaron posits that Pringles and Jelly Bellies are basically the same, and Aaron and Victor agree that Jif peanut butter is the best peanut butter. This segment is not sponsored by any of these products, which really feels like a missed opportunity.) Want to know what folks are talking about on social media? Every weekday on 97.9 The Hill’s “This Morning with Aaron Keck,” Victor Lewis scours the Internet for the day’s top trending stories, from weird news to wacky crimes to odd business ventures and everything in between. Click here to listen back to all our past What’s Trending segments – and tune in to “This Morning” on 97.9 The Hill every weekday at 7:45 to hear What’s Trending live on the air. You can also listen to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” on Spotify. Click here to follow Aaron and listen to all his segments, from local news to fun features to hard-hitting interviews. What’s Trending is made possible by Dynamic Electric. Listen now: The post What’s Trending: TO RULE THEM ALLLL! appeared first on Chapelboro.com.
August 12 · 23 min
On Air Today: Kicking Off 2026-27, with UNC Chancellor Lee Roberts
It’s an exciting time in Chapel Hill, as UNC students are returning to campus ahead of the beginning of the fall semester next week. With the first day of class less than a week away, Aaron welcomed UNC Chancellor Lee Roberts to the studio for a wide-ranging conversation about the upcoming year, tackling issues ranging from future expansion to budget concerns to sports. 97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every weekday morning, 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck chats with government officials, UNC scholars, business and nonprofit leaders, area musicians, and others in our community as they share their thoughts, their experience, and their expertise on the central issues of today. Click here to listen back to all of Aaron’s conversations – and tune in to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” at 7:30 a.m. on 97.9 The Hill to hear those conversations live. You can also listen to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” on Spotify. Click here to follow Aaron and listen to all his segments, from local news to fun features to hard-hitting interviews. Listen: The post On Air Today: Kicking Off 2026-27, with UNC Chancellor Lee Roberts appeared first on Chapelboro.com.
August 12 · 9 min
The Morning News: Eno Arts Mill, Chapel Hill LUMO, UNC Athletics
In today’s news: the Eno Arts Mill reopens in Hillsborough, after more than a year of renovation after Tropical Storm Chantal. Also: Chapel Hill officials try to promote economic development with their new Land Use Management Ordinance (LUMO); UNC women’s soccer has to postpone its season opener by a day; and UNC athletic director Steve Newmark proposes a new ‘associated entity’ that would handle revenue generation for Carolina athletics. 97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every weekday morning, 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck recaps the day’s news, from local government to business developments to UNC sports. Click here to listen back to all of Aaron’s daily news reports, which you can hear live during “This Morning with Aaron Keck” every weekday from 6:00 to 9:00 a.m. You can also listen to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” on Spotify. Click here to follow Aaron and listen to all his segments, from local news to fun features to hard-hitting interviews. Listen: The post The Morning News: Eno Arts Mill, Chapel Hill LUMO, UNC Athletics appeared first on Chapelboro.com.
August 12 · 23 min
Stepping ‘Out of Bright’: Live and Local with Megayacht!
The band Megayacht stopped by Live & Local last week, following the release of their new album, “Out of Bright.” Visit MegayachtBand.com. “It’s been amazing,” says Mitch Bennett of the process of recording the album, Megayacht’s first since their 2024 debut “Attacking the Rust.” “We’ve been working on it (since) almost the day after the other album came out, (and) it’s been really fun to work on.” Recorded at the band’s practice space (a double-wide lovingly dubbed the Biltroy), “Out of Bright” shoots out of the gate with the driving guitar of opening track “20B” and races through eleven rocking tracks with lyrics that cover everything from airline seats to alien invasions. Songs from “Out of Bright” have been trickling out for months: album highlight “Good Luck/Bad Luck” was one of 97.9 The Hill’s top 50 local songs of 2025, a full seven months before the release date. “We walk in to practice and just start playing something – and often it’s terrible,” Bennett says with a laugh. “And other times it’ll turn into something good.” Listen to “Out of Bright” and purchase the album on Bandcamp. Now that the album is out, Megayacht is celebrating with an album-release show Saturday, August 15, at Nash Street Tavern in Hillsborough, beginning at 8 p.m. with local legend John Howie Jr. opening. Follow Megayacht on Instagram. Mitch Bennett, Matt Blanchard, Kevin Jenkins and Frank Peveler of Megayacht stopped by Live & Local last week to discuss “Out of Bright” and play three tracks: “20B,” “When the Wave Comes Down,” and “Putting on a Show.” Listen: The post Stepping ‘Out of Bright’: Live and Local with Megayacht! appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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