Amp’d Up Fridays

Mac Arnold & Plate Full O’ Blues | Blues/R&B | May 29, 2026 | 6:30 p.m.

Mac Arnold’s first band included a young James Brown on piano. After moving to Chicago, he was hired on the spot by Muddy Waters and toured and recorded with the Muddy Waters Band, helping shape the electric blues sound that inspired the rock movement of the late ’60s and early ’70s. During this time, he also recorded LPs with Otis Spann and John Lee Hooker.

He later formed The Soul Invaders, backing artists including The Temptations and B. B. King. In the early ’70s, Mac moved to Los Angeles, where he worked at ABC Television and on Soul Train with his friend Don Cornelius. He also played bass on the television show Sanford and Son and performed with Otis Redding and B. B. King.

After retiring from show business to become an organic farmer in South Carolina, Mac returned to music with his own band, Mac Arnold & Plate Full O’ Blues. Now based in Pelzer, SC—where he first learned to play his brother’s homemade guitar at age ten—Mac continues serving up a rich blend of blues, soul, and funk, backed by decades of legendary experience.

The Catalinas | Beach/Rock | June 5, 2026 | 6:30 p.m.

The Catalinas began in 1957 and celebrates their 63 Anniversary in 2020! The band’s popularity is based primarily in the southeastern U.S. However, their music is played on radio stations in the UK, Greece, and Australia to name a few. Known for their quality, tight sound and energy onstage, they are one of the “in demand” groups for city festivals, weddings and private parties, always playing a variety of music that suits all ages. Though known primarily for Beach music, regionally and nationally for the mega hit “Summertime’s Callin’ Me,” they play all styles to a high standard of excellence. “Summertime’s Callin’ Me” has become the anthem of North and South Carolina beach goers as they struggle through the winter waiting on summer to arrive. The band’s latest CD, Dancin’ Romancin’, was nominated for “Album of the Year” at the year’s Carolina Beach Music Awards. The band’s latest single, “Beyond the Sea,” is near the top 10 on Fess Hooks chart on JukinOldies.com. The Catalinas recently welcomed their newest member, Angela Resignalo as a lead vocalist in the band! Angela is from Mt Airy, NC and was recently a star performer at the Rudy Theater in Selma, NC since 2006. Be listening and watching out for new recordings featuring her very soon!

The Tams | R&B/Soul | June 12, 2026 | 6:30 p.m.

The Tams have been entertaining and thrilling audience for over 50 years! Known for such hits as “Be Young, Be Foolish, Be Happy”, “What Kind of Fool”, “I’ve Been Hurt” and “Untie Me #12 on the R&B Charts”, The Tams have had Several Gold Records, and 1 Platinum Single. “What Kind of Fool” hit #9 on the Billboard charts, and #6 on the R&B charts. “Hey Girl Don’t Bother Me” hit #1 in the UK in 1971. While “Be Young, Be Foolish” only hit #26 on the Top 40, the single sold over 1,000,000 copies, sending it to Platinum status. In 1986, “Ain’t Nothin Like Shaggin’ ” hit #6 in UK Billboard charts, before being banned due to the UK’s definition of “shag”. Though their style of music has historically been referred to as Beach Music which have had many Beach Music hits, it can be also classified as a mixture of Smooth Soul, and R&B.  Their show is fun, fresh and exciting and appeals to audiences of all ages and musical tastes.

The Night Affair Band | Blues/Soul | June 19, 2026 | 6:30 p.m.

The Night Affair Band, a South Carolina based band that has gained recognition for their intense musical energy, versatile vocals, sensational style and dynamic sound. The Night Affair Band experience is a show is like no other. They allow the audience to become absorbed by their high energy and style. These musicians have been brought together to do one thing, to entertain you.

Club Rewind Band | 80s Pop/Arena Rock/Party Tribute Band | June 26, 2026 | 6:30 p.m.

Club Rewind is a high-energy 80s tribute band bringing the ultimate throwback party to every stage. With big vocals, bold style, and all your favorite hits from the decade of neon and nostalgia, Club Rewind delivers an interactive, dance-filled experience that keeps crowds singing along all night long. From pop anthems to rock classics, they rewind the clock and turn every show into a full-on 80s celebration.

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Smokey Jones and The 3 Dollar Pistols | Honkey Tonk/Country | July 3, 2026 | 6:30 p.m.

Smokey Jones and The 3 Dollar Pistols are not your average country band.  They are swashbuckling, bull-riding, honky tonk legends in the making.  The band has toured relentlessly for 7 years and opened for many country music stars like Brooks and Dunn, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Atlanta Rhythm Section, Dailey and Vincent, and more.  The Jones boys pay an honest tribute to classic country and honky tonk music.  It’s about the show, it’s about the experience. It’s about being entertained through country music with a twinge of comedy.  The band puts on a high energy show that keeps crowds engaged and dancing while playing multiple decades of country hits mixed with their stellar originals.  It’s about the supreme musicianship these guys have established through decades of studying the greats.  One of the few bands left with pedal steel and twangy guitars, they will take you on a ride through decades of country sounds.  Two-stepping, line dancing, cowgirl twirling country music is this band’s specialty, a show not to be missed.

Vinyl Junkies | Party/Variety/Pop | July 10, 2026 | 6:30 p.m.

The Vinyl Junkies Band is fueled by their passion for making music, entertaining crowds and creating an unforgettable experience. The Vinyl Junkies play popular favorites from Bruno Mars, Maroon 5 and Black-Eyed Peas to Chaka Khan, Santana and Stevie Wonder. Their premium brass section can rock the house on huge band hits like Chicago and Tower of Power. Their talented and professional musicians come from a variety of backgrounds, having performed or recorded with major label and international artists such as Lady A, Darius Rucker and Mothers Finest; session work on film industry soundtracks such as Pirates of the Caribbean and Men in Black; and stage theatre around the U.S.

Band of Oz | Beach/Pop | July 17, 2026 | 6:30 p.m.

In the mid-sixties the group known as Band of Oz had its humble beginnings in eastern North Carolina (Grifton) . It was a bunch of grammar and junior high school guys (because no one was old enough to drive) being hauled around in Ray Houston’s Chevy station wagon pulling a little red trailer. The group at that time was called The Avengers.

As the mid-sixties would have it the band was a guitar and keyboard group playing the sock hops at area schools, private parties and an occasional club whenever the owner would risk having them. The latter part of the sixties saw the group bring in a horn section which brought a big change in the music. Freddy Tripp (Band of Oz, Dynamic Upsetters, Embers, Shakers, Breeze Band, etc.) and Jimmy Smith were the first horn players. Until the name change around 1970 three members of the group had remained the same Johnnie Byrd, Buddy Johnson and Keith Houston.

Trey Duncan | Country/Blues/Rock N’ Soul | July 24, 2026 | 6:30 p.m.

From rocking stages across the Southeast to singing in the choir loft, Trey Duncan has embraced nearly every corner of music. Based in Greenville, SC, he’s an independent Country Rock’n’Soul artist performing professionally since 2019, blending Chris Stapleton–inspired vocals with a light-hearted presence and versatile guitar work.

Raised in a musical family, Trey learned guitar from his father and a love for country and honest songwriting from his mother. Singing and playing in church helped shape the “soul” in his sound.

After winning open mic competitions at Smiley’s Acoustic Cafe and Eddie’s Attic, he honed his craft with Kings Ransome and has shared the stage with Taylor Hicks, Doug Stone, T. Graham Brown, Hinder, Michael Angelo Batio, Tony MacAlpine, and Neil Zaza. His work has earned Upstate Music Award nominations, and his song “Running on Empty” represented the region in NSAI’s 2020 Anthem Chapter Challenge. Always serious about his craft, Trey is happy to share a song—and a smile.

Randomonium | Variety | July 31, 2026 | 6:30 p.m.

Randomonium was founded in a moment of inspiration on a back porch in the Upstate of South Carolina in 2015 by husband and wife Sean and Heidi Chapman, and their good friend/ neighbor Atticus Killough. It seemed like a great way to let off some steam, and enjoy a shared love of a huge variety of genres and artists… And it grew to be so much more! In the early days, the band focused on playing any place they could- from the streets of Greenville to small coffee shops, to the inside of grocery stores, and other venues both typical and atypical. Their high energy, interactive performances and extremely diverse and deep song catalog has helped them create music experiences that appeal to a wide variety of audiences. They offer several themed shows besides their usual randomness, such as their 80’s experience, Nëon Ärcädiä; their 90’s and 00’s focused show, All Apologies; their Yacht iteration, Yacht Rando; and (NEW!) their Pink Floyd Tribute shows (Dark side of the Moon, released October of 2023, and the Wall, coming November of 2024). Randomonium is now one of the most recognizable acts in the Upstate area. Playing music for those that love it AND building community is their passion, and they want to spread their love of music and the true spirit of rock n’ roll far and wide.

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