Brian Burns
@brianburns.bsky.social
Music Reporter @wunc.org • Future Shock at @wuncmusic
Wrote about the closing of PS37.
PS37, the popular event space in Durham's Central Park district, will close at the end of 2025.
"We never really intended to be an event space, it just became that organically. It felt like we were figuring out how to fly the plane while it was in the air."
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"We never really intended to be an event space, it just became that organically. It felt like we were figuring out how to fly the plane while it was in the air."
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Durham's PS37 to close at the end of 2025
PS37, the popular event space in Durham's Central Park district, will close at the end of 2025.
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November 13, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Wrote about the closing of PS37.
Spotlight on Scott Nurkin 🔦
Since 2020, artist and musician Scott Nurkin has been painting murals of legendary North Carolina musicians in their hometowns.
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Scott Nurkin is painting the story of North Carolina's musical history
Since 2020 artist and musician Scott Nurkin has been painting murals of legendary North Carolina musicians in their hometowns.
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November 11, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Spotlight on Scott Nurkin 🔦
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Ari Picker of Dante High catches up with @brianburns.bsky.social ahead of the band's final show on November 1 at Cat's Cradle.
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Dante High takes a final bow
Ari Picker of Dante High catches up with WUNC music reporter Brian Burns ahead of the band's final show on November 1.
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October 30, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Ari Picker of Dante High catches up with @brianburns.bsky.social ahead of the band's final show on November 1 at Cat's Cradle.
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ADULTING is an early evening dance party in Durham where people can "dance all night" and "be in bed by 11."
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At ADULTING you'll dance all night and be in bed by 11
ADULTING is an early evening dance party in Durham where people can "dance all night" and "be in bed by 11."
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October 28, 2025 at 12:38 PM
ADULTING is an early evening dance party in Durham where people can "dance all night" and "be in bed by 11."
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Legendary producer and musician Don Was chats with @brianburns.bsky.social ahead of his show with the Pan-Detroit Ensemble at the Haw River Ballroom in Saxapahaw on Oct. 17.
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Don Was assembles The Pan-Detroit Ensemble
Legendary producer and musician Don Was chats with WUNC music reporter Brian Burns ahead of his show with the Pan-Detroit Ensemble at the Haw River Ballroom in Saxapahaw on October 17.
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October 15, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Legendary producer and musician Don Was chats with @brianburns.bsky.social ahead of his show with the Pan-Detroit Ensemble at the Haw River Ballroom in Saxapahaw on Oct. 17.
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WUNC music reporter Brian Burns chats with Swedish composer and producer Sven Wunder ahead of his show with rapper Freddie Gibbs at The Ritz in Raleigh on Friday, October 10.
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Sven Wunder takes us across the ocean on "Daybreak"
WUNC music reporter Brian Burns chats with Swedish composer and producer Sven Wunder ahead of his show at The Ritz in Raleigh on Friday, October 10.
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October 8, 2025 at 8:31 PM
WUNC music reporter Brian Burns chats with Swedish composer and producer Sven Wunder ahead of his show with rapper Freddie Gibbs at The Ritz in Raleigh on Friday, October 10.
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For the past 17 years Kym Register has owned The Pinhook, one of Durham's most esteemed clubs. WUNC music reporter @brianburns.bsky.social recently sat down with Register to talk about the history of the club and what came before it.
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Kym Register and the legacy of The Pinhook
For the past 17 years Kym Register has owned The Pinhook, one of Durham's most esteemed clubs.
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October 6, 2025 at 6:45 PM
For the past 17 years Kym Register has owned The Pinhook, one of Durham's most esteemed clubs. WUNC music reporter @brianburns.bsky.social recently sat down with Register to talk about the history of the club and what came before it.
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Ahead of her show at The Ritz on Monday, Nilüfer Yanya talks with @brianburns.bsky.social about her new EP, "Dancing Shoes."
"There's a parallel between the theory of method acting and the way I see my life enmeshed with music and writing and being on stage."
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"There's a parallel between the theory of method acting and the way I see my life enmeshed with music and writing and being on stage."
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Nilüfer Yanya puts on her dancing shoes
WUNC music reporter Brian Burns catches up with singer-songwriter Nilüfer Yanya ahead of her show at The Ritz on October 6.
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October 4, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Ahead of her show at The Ritz on Monday, Nilüfer Yanya talks with @brianburns.bsky.social about her new EP, "Dancing Shoes."
"There's a parallel between the theory of method acting and the way I see my life enmeshed with music and writing and being on stage."
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"There's a parallel between the theory of method acting and the way I see my life enmeshed with music and writing and being on stage."
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Pachy Garcia, better known as Pachyman, is a modern day student of the founders of dub reggae.
WUNC's Brian Burns spoke to him ahead of his show at Motorco Music Hall on Oct. 5.
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WUNC's Brian Burns spoke to him ahead of his show at Motorco Music Hall on Oct. 5.
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Pachyman and the pursuit of dub
WUNC music reporter Brian Burns catches up with dub musician Pachyman ahead of his show at Motorco Music Hall on October 5.
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October 2, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Pachy Garcia, better known as Pachyman, is a modern day student of the founders of dub reggae.
WUNC's Brian Burns spoke to him ahead of his show at Motorco Music Hall on Oct. 5.
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WUNC's Brian Burns spoke to him ahead of his show at Motorco Music Hall on Oct. 5.
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As Raleigh Wide Open kicks off this evening, WUNC music reporter @brianburns.bsky.social talks with local musicians to help explain the difference between old-time and bluegrass music.
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The subtle differences between old-time and bluegrass music
To the casual listener, old-time and bluegrass might be hard to tell apart. Both genres of music predominantly feature stringed instruments like fiddles and banjos, and while there are differences, th...
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October 2, 2025 at 2:34 PM
As Raleigh Wide Open kicks off this evening, WUNC music reporter @brianburns.bsky.social talks with local musicians to help explain the difference between old-time and bluegrass music.
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Drummer and producer Kassa Overall chats with WUNC music reporter Brian Burns about his new album "Cream" ahead of his performances at Missy Lane's Assembly Room on Sept. 18-19.
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Kassa Overall flips your favorite hip hop classics on his new record "Cream"
Drummer and producer Kassa Overall chats with WUNC music reporter Brian Burns about his new album "Cream."
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September 16, 2025 at 6:22 PM
Drummer and producer Kassa Overall chats with WUNC music reporter Brian Burns about his new album "Cream" ahead of his performances at Missy Lane's Assembly Room on Sept. 18-19.
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my latest comic featuring the excellent insights of @brianburns.bsky.social is for those of you planning to get DOWN💥 at Hopscotch this weekend
as a relatively recent NC transplant, I'll say that making this comic with Brian def is encouraging me to use the festival as a way to discover local bands
as a relatively recent NC transplant, I'll say that making this comic with Brian def is encouraging me to use the festival as a way to discover local bands
Are you ready for Hopscotch this weekend?
WUNC music reporter @brianburns.bsky.social shares in this comic by @elichen.bsky.social how he's gearing up to get the most out of the three-day festival in downtown Raleigh.
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WUNC music reporter @brianburns.bsky.social shares in this comic by @elichen.bsky.social how he's gearing up to get the most out of the three-day festival in downtown Raleigh.
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Comic: How WUNC's Brian Burns prepares to get the most out of Hopscotch
The Hopscotch Festival returns to Raleigh for its 15th anniversary this week, featuring My Morning Jacket, Earl Sweatshirt and many local and national acts. In this illustrated guide, WUNC's music rep...
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September 2, 2025 at 7:46 PM
my latest comic featuring the excellent insights of @brianburns.bsky.social is for those of you planning to get DOWN💥 at Hopscotch this weekend
as a relatively recent NC transplant, I'll say that making this comic with Brian def is encouraging me to use the festival as a way to discover local bands
as a relatively recent NC transplant, I'll say that making this comic with Brian def is encouraging me to use the festival as a way to discover local bands
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Are you ready for Hopscotch this weekend?
WUNC music reporter @brianburns.bsky.social shares in this comic by @elichen.bsky.social how he's gearing up to get the most out of the three-day festival in downtown Raleigh.
www.wunc.org/arts-culture...
WUNC music reporter @brianburns.bsky.social shares in this comic by @elichen.bsky.social how he's gearing up to get the most out of the three-day festival in downtown Raleigh.
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Comic: How WUNC's Brian Burns prepares to get the most out of Hopscotch
The Hopscotch Festival returns to Raleigh for its 15th anniversary this week, featuring My Morning Jacket, Earl Sweatshirt and many local and national acts. In this illustrated guide, WUNC's music rep...
www.wunc.org
September 2, 2025 at 6:37 PM
Are you ready for Hopscotch this weekend?
WUNC music reporter @brianburns.bsky.social shares in this comic by @elichen.bsky.social how he's gearing up to get the most out of the three-day festival in downtown Raleigh.
www.wunc.org/arts-culture...
WUNC music reporter @brianburns.bsky.social shares in this comic by @elichen.bsky.social how he's gearing up to get the most out of the three-day festival in downtown Raleigh.
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"I've seen a starter guitar that was $199 last Christmas go up to $259," said a co-owner of Harry's Guitar Shop in Raleigh.
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Trump's tariffs take a toll on North Carolina instrument shops
Many local businesses are dealing with the ramifications of Trump's tariffs on international goods. Stores that sell musical instruments are being hit particularly hard.
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September 2, 2025 at 4:04 PM
"I've seen a starter guitar that was $199 last Christmas go up to $259," said a co-owner of Harry's Guitar Shop in Raleigh.
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The Great Cover Up, which started in 1999, is an annual event in Raleigh that features an eclectic lineup of local musicians performing cover sets of more famous artists.
Now, it's the subject of a new documentary that premieres Thursday on PBS North Carolina.
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Now, it's the subject of a new documentary that premieres Thursday on PBS North Carolina.
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New documentary spotlights Raleigh institution The Great Cover Up
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August 20, 2025 at 9:25 PM
The Great Cover Up, which started in 1999, is an annual event in Raleigh that features an eclectic lineup of local musicians performing cover sets of more famous artists.
Now, it's the subject of a new documentary that premieres Thursday on PBS North Carolina.
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Now, it's the subject of a new documentary that premieres Thursday on PBS North Carolina.
www.wunc.org/wunc-music/2...
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WUNC music reporter Brian Burns gets to know Triangle-based visual artist and musician Ron Liberti.
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Ron Liberti and the art of the show poster
WUNC music reporter Brian Burns get to know Triangle-based visual artist and musician Ron Liberti.
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August 1, 2025 at 2:39 PM
WUNC music reporter Brian Burns gets to know Triangle-based visual artist and musician Ron Liberti.
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A group of mostly young Asian refugees are cooking meals for families whose homes at a public housing community on South Estes Drive in Chapel Hill were flooded earlier this month due to Tropical Storm Chantal.
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Young refugees start hot meals operation to help feed public housing residents displaced by Chantal
A group of mostly young Asian refugees are cooking meals for families whose homes at a public housing community on South Estes Drive in Chapel Hill were flooded earlier this month due to Tropical Stor...
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July 25, 2025 at 5:30 PM
A group of mostly young Asian refugees are cooking meals for families whose homes at a public housing community on South Estes Drive in Chapel Hill were flooded earlier this month due to Tropical Storm Chantal.
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this is North Carolina service journalism
July 21, 2025 at 3:52 PM
this is North Carolina service journalism
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Ahead of his show at DPAC on Wednesday night, North Carolina musician MJ Lenderman chats with WUNC music reporter @brianburns.bsky.social about the Hopscotch Music Festival, making a music video with Lance Bangs and more.
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MJ Lenderman on his all-star season and crashing into Durham's 'can opener' bridge (on purpose)
North Carolina musician MJ Lenderman chats with WUNC music reporter Brian Burns about the Hopscotch Music Festival, making a music video with Lance Bangs and more.
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July 21, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Ahead of his show at DPAC on Wednesday night, North Carolina musician MJ Lenderman chats with WUNC music reporter @brianburns.bsky.social about the Hopscotch Music Festival, making a music video with Lance Bangs and more.
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Ahead of The Head and the Heart's performance tonight at Red Hat in Raleigh, band co-founder Jon Russell chats with @brianburns.bsky.social about their latest album "Aperture" and their work to raise funds for arts education.
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The Head and the Heart look inward on their latest album "Aperture"
Ahead of The Head and the Heart's performance tonight at Red Hat Amphitheater in Raleigh, band co-founder Jon Russell talks about their latest album "Aperture" and their work to raise funds for arts e...
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July 16, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Ahead of The Head and the Heart's performance tonight at Red Hat in Raleigh, band co-founder Jon Russell chats with @brianburns.bsky.social about their latest album "Aperture" and their work to raise funds for arts education.
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Major indie artists like Angel Olsen, Wednesday, Animal Collective and Squirrel Flower have all recorded at this studio in Asheville. @brianburns.bsky.social recently paid them a visit.
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Why Asheville's Drop of Sun Studios is drawing some of the nation's top indie artists
Asheville's Drop of Sun studios has become one of the most in-demand recording studios for indie artists in the country.
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July 15, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Major indie artists like Angel Olsen, Wednesday, Animal Collective and Squirrel Flower have all recorded at this studio in Asheville. @brianburns.bsky.social recently paid them a visit.
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Had a great time getting 2 know Gemynii this month for @wunc.org ! www.wunc.org/wunc-music/2...
Gemynii is bringing the joy to Durham’s dance floors
WUNC music reporter Brian Burns chats with Gemynii about her evolution as a DJ and artist, and also what sets Durham apart from other cities with DJ scenes.
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July 1, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Had a great time getting 2 know Gemynii this month for @wunc.org ! www.wunc.org/wunc-music/2...
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When I tell folks about what I do for work, I often get told 1) that they've never met a journalist before & 2) some comment about how they don't trust the news.
Well, let's talk about it! Come to NCAAT's office in Raleigh on Wed 6/25 for a chat about media literacy. Info & registration deets 👇
Well, let's talk about it! Come to NCAAT's office in Raleigh on Wed 6/25 for a chat about media literacy. Info & registration deets 👇
On June 25th, our digital producer @elichen.bsky.social will be hosting a public event at NC Asian Americans Together's offices in Raleigh about media literacy and how we can work together to combat misinformation in our communities.
Register for this free event here: ncaat.org/momoswiththe...
Register for this free event here: ncaat.org/momoswiththe...
June 20, 2025 at 12:54 PM
When I tell folks about what I do for work, I often get told 1) that they've never met a journalist before & 2) some comment about how they don't trust the news.
Well, let's talk about it! Come to NCAAT's office in Raleigh on Wed 6/25 for a chat about media literacy. Info & registration deets 👇
Well, let's talk about it! Come to NCAAT's office in Raleigh on Wed 6/25 for a chat about media literacy. Info & registration deets 👇
Caught up with the legend Adrian Younge ahead of his show at @motorco.bsky.social next week! @wunc.org
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Adrian Younge takes us to Brazil on "Something About April III"
Multi-instrumentalist and composer Adrian Younge chats with WUNC music reporter Brian Burns ahead of his show at Motorco in Durham on June 24.
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June 18, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Caught up with the legend Adrian Younge ahead of his show at @motorco.bsky.social next week! @wunc.org
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