NC Music Hall Of Fame

Today we celebrate John D. Loudermilk, one of North Carolina’s most gifted and versatile songwriters. From “A Rose and a Baby Ruth” to “Tobacco Road,” his creativity and unforgettable contributions earned him a well‑deserved place in the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame.

Happy Birthday, Charles Whitfield! From NCCU basketball to helping build Hidden Beach Recordings, he has turned ambition into a meaningful career in the music industry. His work with artists and his commitment to community have made a lasting mark on music.

Did You Know? Don Schlitz wrote "The Gambler" for Kenny Rogers, which won a Grammy and CMA Award for Song of the Year in 1979.

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Did You Know? Eric Church's album, Chief, won Album of the Year at both the CMA and ACM Awards in 2012. It currently is his most successful album, certified 4x Platinum by the RIAA.

Happy Birthday to the incredible 2022 NC Music Hall of Fame inductee Stephanie Mills! Today we celebrate a legendary voice, a powerhouse performer, and a woman whose talent has inspired generations.

Did You Know? Robert Moog’s invention, the Minimoog, was released in 1970. It made synthesizers portable enough for musicians to carry to performances and helped spark a revolution in electronic music across every genre.

Happy Birthday to Les Brown! Today we celebrate the legendary bandleader whose music helped define an era. His band performed with icons like Doris Day, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and Nat King Cole, and spent nearly 50 years entertaining audiences.

Happy Birthday to 2009 NCMHOF inductee James Taylor! James grew up in Carrboro, NC to become one of the most beloved singer‑songwriters in music. With classics like "You’ve Got a Friend" and so many more, James has given generations music full of comfort, truth, and soul.

Happy Birthday to 2018 NC Music Hall of Fame inductee Luther Barnes! Born March 10, 1954, in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, his impact continues as a pastor, producer, and gospel leader inspiring generations!

Did You Know? Stephanie Mills' signature classic "Home" from The Wiz became a number one R&B hit, and she won her first Grammy in 1981 for "Never Knew Love Like This Before."

Happy Birthday to 2010 NC Music Hall of Fame inductee Doc Watson! Born March 3, 1923, in Deep Gap, North Carolina, Arthel Lane “Doc” Watson became one of the most influential flatpicking guitarists in American folk music.

Happy Birthday to Luke Combs! A platinum country superstar, Luke is an 11x CMA, 4x ACM, and 6x Billboard Music Award winner with a historic career of two songs with over a billion streams each on Spotify, 19 #1 hits at country radio, and a place in the Music City Walk of Fame.

Did You Know? John D. Loudermilk wrote "Tobacco Road" which became a hit for multiple artists including the Nashville Teens, Lou Rawls, David Lee Roth, and Edgar Winter.

Did You Know? Arthur Smith's "Guitar Boogie" from 1945 sparked a wave of country boogie records that influenced the sound of early rock and roll.

Congratulations to 2022 NC Music Hall of Fame inductee, Janet Paschal, on the release of her new single "In The Fire". Listen here: janetpaschal.lnk.to/InTheFire @CurbRecords @RockinghamCoNC @teamreidsville

Today we celebrate Clarence Avant! Known as “The Black Godfather,” Clarence Avant spent over five decades shaping the music and entertainment industry through trailblazing leadership and mentorship.

Happy Birthday to Laura Ballance! Durham-based Merge Records co-founder, bassist, and 2024 NC Music Hall of Fame inductee, Laura helped grow Merge into one of the world’s most influential independent labels.

Happy Birthday to 2009 NC Music Hall of Fame inductee, Nina Simone! Born February 21, 1933, in Tryon, North Carolina, Nina Simone was known as “The High Priestess of Soul.” She recorded over 40 albums and left an unforgettable mark on music and culture.

Happy Birthday to Clyde Mattocks, born February 20, 1937, in Kinston, NC. From his first steel guitar at age 14 to leading the Super Grit Cowboy Band and playing everywhere from the Orange Bowl to local stages, Clyde’s love for bluegrass and beyond has never faded.