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Charlotte live music fans, here’s a quick list of the 10 biggest concerts coming to Charlotte in October.
First, a playlist featuring songs from the artists below:
October 4: Melvins, WE Are The Asteroid
The pioneers of sludge metal visit the intimate Elizabeth venue in what will most certainly be one of the loudest, sweatiest shows of the year.
- Location: Visulite Theatre
- Time: 8pm
- Tickets: $25-$30
October 5: John Moreland, Caroline Spence
The Oklahoma singer-songwriter released his latest studio album, the contemplative Birds in the Ceiling, in July.
- Location: Visulite Theatre
- Time: 8pm
- Tickets: $20-$25
October 5: Lucy Dacus, Crooks & Nannies
The last two years have seen three of Dacus’ singles hit the Adult Alternative Airplay charts.
- Location: Neighborhood Theatre
- Time: 8pm
- Tickets: $25-$35
October 7: Billy Cobham
One of the world’s greatest drummers pays a visit to the cozy Uptown jazz club for two Friday performances.
- Location: Middle C Jazz
- Time: 7pm, 9:15pm
- Tickets: $40-$55
October 9: Judah & the Lion, The National Parks
The alternative folk band stops in Charlotte in support of their fourth studio album, Revival.
- Location: The Fillmore
- Time: 8pm
- Tickets: $37.50
October 19: Regina Spektor
The singer and pianist released her eighth studio album, Home, Before and After, in June.
- Location: Belk Theater
- Time: 8:30pm
- Tickets: $35-$59.50
October 20: Lizzo, Latto
The singer took home three Grammy Awards in 2020, including Best Pop Solo Performance for her hit “Truth Hurts.”
- Location: Spectrum Center
- Time: 8pm
- Tickets: $69.50-$159.50
October 21: Bakalao Stars, Mofungo Rock
The Charlotte band blends reggae, rock, ska and punk, creating a powerful, highly danceable sound.
- Location: The Evening Muse
- Time: 10:30pm
- Tickets: $10-$12
October 22: Ray LaMontagne, Lily Meola
The singer took home the Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Folk Album in 2011 for his fourth studio album, God Willin’ and the Creek Don’t Rise.
- Location: Belk Theater
- Time: 8pm
- Tickets: $49.50-$199
October 24: Imarhan
The Tuareg quintet performs at the Plaza staple in their first North American tour since 2018.
- Location: Snug Harbor
- Time: 9pm
- Tickets: $20
