If you love listening to live bands, then Deja Fest is your Disneyland. On July 22^nd -23^rd Raleigh will become home to this eclectic musical festival presented by deja Mi, the new and innovative media sharing application of the Triangle. Deja Fest works in cooperation with the popular Hopscotch Music Festival, which will bring hundreds of exceptional artists to Raleigh again in September.

One of the best things about this awesome music festival is that it’s absolutely free. You’ll have access to six venues, including Tir Na Nog, The Pour House and Lincoln Theatre, with no cover charge and tons of great bands. On Friday, check out bands like Hooray for Earth, Nick Catchdubs, Old Bricks, and Double Dare featuring Apple Juice Kid. On Saturday, you’ll hear Surfer Blood, Active Child, AC Slater, and Jack the Radio, to name a few. There are 24 bands in total, so rest assured the entertainment will keep going strong for the full two days of the festival.

This party coincides with the Raleigh launch of deja Mi’s mobile and web application for capturing and sharing photos and videos, so they are hosting fun contests during the event, including the PBR Photo Contest, the Pie Eating Contest, and the deja Mi photo contest. Winners will be awarded with Hopscotch tickets, gift certificates, t-shirts, food and more. Mark your calendars and look forward to another great music festival coming to Raleigh.

Do you love swaying to the chill tunes of the Blues?  Are you looking for something fun and festive to do this February?  Then why not check out the Raleigh Blues Festival, returning to the RBC Center on February 20^th.

The Raleigh Blues Festival is a fantastic celebration that delivers the dynamics of music and entertainment with love, happiness and nostalgia – all in the name of the Blues.  Performing artists include Mel Waiters, Shirley Brown, Roy C, Theodis Ealey and Manhattans with Gerald Alston and Blue Lovette.  With all of these accomplished Blues artists on one stage, you’re sure to get a well-rounded, wonderful Blues experience.

Tickets for this event are only $39 to $49 and can be found here. Whether you love the Blues already or are a newbie to the genre, head out to hear this fantastic round-up of artists and have a great time.

Whether you prefer the genre of country, classical, R&B or rock, music is something that everyone can enjoy.  We listen to it on the radio in the car and on our iPods while we’re on the run, but the most enjoyable way to listen to music by far is at a live concert!  Fortunately, one of the perks of having a city like Raleigh around is having access to several awesome live concert venues.

Featuring some of the best national and regional touring acts around, in addition to up-and-coming local artists and tribute bands, Lincoln Theatre has a lot to offer music enthusiasts.  Open to attendees of all ages, their plentiful parking, great seating and state of the art sound system can be enjoyed by everyone.

Open 7 days a week, 365 days a year, DIVEbar on Glenwood Avenue is a Rock n’ roll bar you won’t forget.  Here, you can enjoy an original rock n’ roll show on the weekends, and watch games on the plasma TVs during the week.  The best part, there is never a cover to get into DIVEbar!

The Pour House Music Hall consistently offers great live music, a relaxed atmosphere and a selection of 30 draught beers to its customers.  Located in the scenic Moore Square Art District in Downtown Raleigh, this venue is a great place to take a date or mingle with friends.

For a more extensive list of live music venues in Greater Raleigh, visit this site.  No matter your taste in music, you’ll be sure to find the perfect place to enjoy some great tunes!