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Is there any instance in which we here at Super Empty wouldn’t throw our endorsement behind a bill, introduced by a Nort...
05/28/2026

Is there any instance in which we here at Super Empty wouldn’t throw our endorsement behind a bill, introduced by a North Carolina politician, intended to champion working musicians?

That was the question raised last week when the office of got in touch about a new bill called the Protect Working Musicians Act, and sought our help with amplification. This may not be the approach that all would want to take, and undoubtedly some of our artist friends, in dire need of a more equitable pay structure with streaming companies, will find it to be a fight not worth having. But in 2026, to address one injustice while fueling an even greater one feels like treading water in a moment that demands drastic, radical change.

In this week’s very atypical SE newsletter, a reminder that art is not just about amplifying, but also about truth-telling. And if a politician wants help with the former, they’d better be prepared for the latter, too.

Read in full at the link in bio.

HAPPENINGS FOR YOUR RADAR 📡Lots to get into over the next couple weeks in the Triangle — starting tonight with .blvd a...
05/27/2026

HAPPENINGS FOR YOUR RADAR 📡

Lots to get into over the next couple weeks in the Triangle — starting tonight with .blvd at in Durham, the Swamp Jam from this weekend, and much more.

For the full calendar and ticket/RSVP info, hit the Calendar link in our bio 📆 🔗

Looking back today on the “Neighbors” interviews from Issue 1, which are now all available on our site for your reading ...
05/25/2026

Looking back today on the “Neighbors” interviews from Issue 1, which are now all available on our site for your reading pleasure.

A treat to have this starting five in our print debut, spanning four different NC cities and a range of disciplines, from photography to music to event curation. Forever grateful to for taking the time, and for all they do for the scene in NC. Who needs to be featured in Issue 2?

Read them all at the link in bio — and to read the whole issue, get yourself a copy in our online shop.

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NEW EVENT 🌐 Join us Wednesday, June 10 as Charlotte rapper Lord Jah-Monte Ogbon continues his run of vinyl listening ses...
05/22/2026

NEW EVENT 🌐 Join us Wednesday, June 10 as Charlotte rapper Lord Jah-Monte Ogbon continues his run of vinyl listening sessions for his latest album, “As Of Now,” with a stop in Durham at !

We’ll be playing the album in full, followed by a Q&A with SE contributor Dash Lewis , who also reviewed the album for Pitchfork earlier this year (where it earned the distinction of Best New Music).

Tunes, complimentary drinks/water, merch, DJing by , friends new and old. RSVP and we’ll see you there.

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SUPE IS SERVED (again) 🍜Fresh playlist of new NC tunage is up at the link in our bio, ft. .payne .monet and more. Gra...
05/17/2026

SUPE IS SERVED (again) 🍜

Fresh playlist of new NC tunage is up at the link in our bio, ft. .payne .monet and more. Grab a spoon 🥄

THE CALENDAR IS BACK (FOR NOW) 📆 Some items of note for the next week… starting with and guests at tonight, with help ...
05/15/2026

THE CALENDAR IS BACK (FOR NOW) 📆 Some items of note for the next week… starting with and guests at tonight, with help from our friends at . DOORS AT 7!

Also on the horizon:

⚪️ Doug E. Fresh, .mp3 at Bimbe Fest

⚪️ on tour with Domani in Charlotte

⚪️ A .noise talk at

⚪️ at The Pinhook

For more upcoming events on the rejuvenated Calendar - and to send us tips - hit the link in bio 🔗

THIS SUNDAY!! ▫️▫️▫️ We’re back in the ole college town (kinda) for ’s “It.” listening session at in Carrboro. Starts a...
04/30/2026

THIS SUNDAY!! ▫️▫️▫️ We’re back in the ole college town (kinda) for ’s “It.” listening session at in Carrboro. Starts at 8, music starts shortly after that, and then a Q&A we’re conducting with the man himself. Another night of bringing the community together, and taking this music out into the real world 🌎🙏🏻 See you there!

Earlier this month, Phuzz Phest descended on downtown Winston-Salem for the first time in a decade, and SE contributor ...
04/29/2026

Earlier this month, Phuzz Phest descended on downtown Winston-Salem for the first time in a decade, and SE contributor was there to take it all in. Her impressions? Even after all that time away, organizers hardly missed a beat. More than sound logistical ex*****on and quality music, Phuzz served up what downtown, multi-venue festival should aspire to: a momentary, community-oriented suspension of reality. At the link in bio, read about a weekend on which every choice is the right one, time is merely a construct, and the wandering is half the point.

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Threw an accidental block party on a Tuesday night this week, and made it 2-for-2 on successful launch parties for Issue...
04/23/2026

Threw an accidental block party on a Tuesday night this week, and made it 2-for-2 on successful launch parties for Issue 1 🥂

Thank you to and everyone else for the love in Charlotte — a city so full of talent that even the major outlets are starting to take notice, and one that played such a big role in this debut issue. The first two features in the mag are on .mp3 and , both stories shot by and written by , and it was a beautiful thing to toast all together to this piece of history we made together, and this moment in time. Not to mention , , , , and so many others who define what this project is all about.

By just after midnight we were back home in Durham, but it won’t be long before the next trip down. For now, CLT launch party: ✅

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SHOW ALERT 🔵 After an immersive, packed-out EP listening party for North State Blues back in January, continues to rais...
04/23/2026

SHOW ALERT 🔵 After an immersive, packed-out EP listening party for North State Blues back in January, continues to raise the bar with new visuals for the song “I Mean,” set in a regulation ring and starring actual wrestlers.

This Friday at , SE is proud to be a sponsor for his first full live performance of the EP, including Charlotte’s and other special guests.

Get your tix at the link in bio (PWYH, $20 suggested), and see you ringside 🤼

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