Live music in Anderson, SC

Enjoy live music from Whiskey Rain on stage, food from the Simpell Sammies food truck, and Uncorked Mobile, plus more, all sponsored by SC Motto Law.

Magic City Hippies take the stage with Miami-rooted flair, weaving funk, psychedelic pop, and dance-ready rhythms into a sound that feels both relaxed and electric. Evolving from the Robby Hunter Band, the trio cemented its identity with a 2015 self-titled release and has since built a reputation for genre-blurring songwriting and an energetic live presence, with appearances at Bonnaroo, Austin City Limits, and Lollapalooza. Their catalog moves from the breezy hooks of the Hippie Castle EP to the deeper coastal moods of Modern Animal and the kaleidoscopic, post-pandemic uplift of Water Your Garden. A burst of singles in 2024, including the disco-funk spark of Givin’ Up On Lovin’ with NoMBe and the acid house–tinged I Can’t Let You Go, leads into Enemies in 2025, a groove-forward breakup album that fuses indie rock bite with nostalgic, synth-led textures. On stage, their shows are sweaty, jubilant, and inviting, powered by tight chemistry and years of touring that turn dance-floor momentum into a room-wide celebration. Casual listeners often leave as fans, carried by emotionally charged songs and rhythms built for movement.

Music Bingo puts a fresh twist on a classic game by swapping numbers for familiar songs, sparking singalongs, nostalgic throwbacks, and friendly competition. It is free to play, with $1 wings available and prizes awarded throughout. The soundtrack spans country favorites to guilty-pleasure hits, creating great music and good vibes from start to finish.

Start the week on a creative note with an open mic that welcomes musicians, singer-songwriters, poets, comedians, and anyone ready to share something creative on stage. Hosted at Smileys On The Roxx in downtown Greenville, it offers a relaxed, encouraging room where first timers and seasoned performers can try out material and connect with an energetic crowd. Sign-ups open early, seats fill quickly, and the stage stays busy throughout the night. Guests can grab a drink, enjoy late-night food specials, and take in a mix of styles, surprises, and standout moments. Perform, listen, or simply hang out as the community kicks off the week with music and more.

Vocalist, composer, and arranger Leah Rutherford leads a newly assembled quartet that reimagines the jazz songbook with fresh perspectives. The program blends new arrangements of both well known and lesser heard standards with originals shaped by the language of the classic composers, and several of the arrangements will be premiered. This is the quartet’s first performance together, and they share roots in the Greenville Fine Arts Center jazz studio program. Rutherford pairs a deep connection to lyrics with an ear for instrumental lines honed by transcribing masters such as Sonny Stitt and J. J. Johnson. She currently studies at the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami. The band features William Armstrong on piano, Ethan Ropp on bass, and Patrick Lane on drums. The performance takes place in the Coffee Underground Theater, a cozy listening room that serves housemade desserts, coffee roasted on site, teas, wine, and cocktails.

Enjoy a free lunchtime concert at the Anderson County Library. Bring your own lunch, and the music will be provided. Everyone is welcome, and it returns every second Wednesday.

Kick off the season at the first Harley Davidson Bike Night featuring Homegrown. A raffle will be available at a table, with a gift basket to be announced. A monthly giveaway is planned. Making a purchase earns extra raffle tickets. Posting a TikTok adds more entries, and sharing a Facebook video counts for another ticket. Get ready for a lively night on two wheels with plenty of chances to win.

Show your music know-how at The Uptown during a weekly music bingo event. It runs every Wednesday and offers an opportunity to win.

Sly Sparrow will perform live at BridgeWay Station in Simpsonville. The event features a lively, fun atmosphere as the act brings its show to town.

Piedmont Natural Gas Downtown Alive, presented by Edgeworth Capital Group, brings live music, a selection of food trucks, and drinks to NOMA Square. Admission is free for the entertainment, and the event benefits the Metropolitan Arts Council. Edgeworth Capital Group is a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC.

Dear Evan Hansen traces an intimate journey through mental health, human connection, and the courage it can take to be seen. Evan, a high school senior who has often felt overlooked, is thrust into the center of attention after a tragedy in his community. A small untruth grows quickly, placing him in a difficult spotlight and forcing him to weigh the cost of visibility when it risks compromising the truth. The story examines social anxiety, grief, and the powerful influence of the digital world on relationships. This acclaimed musical has received six Tony Awards, among them Best Musical, along with the Grammy for Best Musical Theater Album and the Olivier Award for Best Musical. It features a book by Steven Levenson and a score by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, artists recognized with Tony, Grammy, and Academy Awards. Their credits include Fosse/Verdon, Dogfight, La La Land, and The Greatest Showman. Content advisory: the production addresses mature subject matter and includes strong language, with discussion of suicide and mental health. A PG-13 guideline is recommended.

Completely Unchained comes to Doc’s for the first time. A Thursday night of rock sets the tone for this debut appearance.