Candid Culture Arts

Your go-to North Carolina arts publication, elevating and promoting artists, and events.

NEW! NC TALKS With Jamaal Matters

NC Talks is a curious interview series that asks North Carolina artists the most candid questions.

NEW! NC DROPS JUL: '25

NC Drops is an all-genre monlthy music blog that spotlights the newest music out of North Carolina.

NC DROPS


Our monthly blog showcasing the newest music from North Carolina!

What is VAE Raleigh?: 45 Years Later
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What is VAE Raleigh?: 45 Years Later

Have you been craving an inclusive circle of supportive artists who offer opportunities and resources to help you have a sustainable art career? Us too! On July 16th, 2025, we heard from the new co-directors for the 45 year-old communuity cultural arts non-profit organization, VAE (Visual Art Exchange) Raleigh. VAE was founded in 1980 by a group of artists in Raleigh who aspired to provide resources for emerging artists.

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NC DROPS: JUN ‘25
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NC DROPS: JUN ‘25

We are fully wrapped in summer’s heated embrace, here are some new tunes from North Carolina artists that will brighten your summer!

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NC DROPS: MAY ‘25
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NC DROPS: MAY ‘25

Happy men’s mental wellness month & pride month! Celebrate, meditate, and jam to this variety of new music from North Carolina.

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