COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – Charleston, South Carolina, has become a go-to destination for travelers seeking a dip into southern hospitality, history and haute cuisine, ranking consistently as a top domestic and international travel destination.
Now the lead guitarist and songwriter for one of the state’s most popular rock bands is putting on an event to showcase some of the area’s musical appreciation, alongside celebrated national music acts.
On Friday, Mark Bryan’s “Live at the Charleston Music Hall” kicks off its television and radio run with performances by Greenville native Edwin McCain and bluegrass musician Sam Bush.
Future acts have not been announced, but Bryan says the show will have a regular run on both public television and radio channels. This weekend’s shows are airing on public radio and television throughout South Carolina. Shows later this year will be broadcast nationwide.
Bryan is perhaps best known for his work with Hootie & the Blowfish, the Grammy Award-winning band he helped found while a student at the University of South Carolina and with whom he still plays occasional shows. In 2010, Bryan founded Chucktown Music Group, a company intended to help create exposure both for his own musical efforts but also for up and coming artists in the Charleston area.