Tickets are on sale now for Blue Dogs at Booth Playhouse at Blumenthal Arts Center on Saturday, January 24 at 8pm!

The Blue Dogs are coming to The Rialto! Since 1987, South Carolina’s The Blue Dogs have been pulling bits from bluegrass, country, and rhythm & blues to season its own roots rock stew, which produces a sound made of a strong vocal blend of band leaders Bobby Houck (acoustic guitar) and Hank Futch (upright bass) mixed with twangy guitars, pedal steel and percussion, for spontaneous shows that rock.

South Carolina Songwriters Showcase live at Eddie’s Attic, featuring Andrew Hyra from Billy Pilgrim, Bobby Houck of Blue Dogs, and Warren Bazemore & Shane Williams of Finnegan Bell

Shane Williams and Warren Bazemore of Finnegan Bell were approached to organize a writers in the round at The Southern in Mount Pleasant a few years back. They got in touch with their friend Bobby Houck, of Charleston’s legendary Blue Dogs to help pull the night together. Eventually, Williams reached out to Andrew Hyra, from Atlanta’s Billy Pilgrim, who had recently made Mount Pleasant home, to join in on the action. So for a few Thursdays a month, they showed up without a practice to entertain a loud barroom with original songs. Each of the singers were familiar with a few of the others tunes. Shane, Warren and Bobby had co written some songs together that were featured on the Blue Dogs Big Dreamers album. The three of them were acquainted with Hyra’s Billy Pilgrim material from the duos numerous runs into South Carolina in the nineties. These the seeds of a musical chemistry that has evolved organically at the Southern. The four part harmony reminds Hyra of the Wagon Wheels, which he was a part of when they wowed the Attics audiences in the nineties, winning an Atlanta music award for best folk group along the way. At times the four part harmony is luminous and transcendent and can render the loud Southern crowd silent. It’s a magical current and is sure to wow the Attic crowd anew.

The quartet has not settled on a name. This is brand new. No need to chase down those barriers yet. Each of the different members have impressive musical resumes. Bobby is the lead singer and songwriter of Charleston’s incredible Blue Dogs, South Carolina legends. Andrew is a co founding member of Billy Pilgrim, the storied folk duo who christened the Attic with Michelle Malone on its opening weekend in 1992. Finnegan Bell is not capable of writing a bad song. The duo weaves a tight dynamic harmonic spell around every entrancing number. The four of them make some beautiful music. Come check it out on January 10!

The Blue Dogs 38th Anniversary and Homecoming Celebration is coming back to Charleston Music Hall Saturday, December 27th.

Doors at 7pm | Show at 8pm

The Blue Dogs’ anniversary show at Charleston Music Hall has become more than just a concert — it’s a beloved Lowcountry tradition. Over the years and with the help of past special guests like Darius Rucker, Hootie and the Blowfish, Edwin McCain, Radney Foster, Drivin n Cryin, Peter Holsapple and many more local and regional musicians, this night has united fans and friends while raising more than $500,000 for pediatric cancer research at MUSC.

This year, the spotlight shines fully on the music. This show is returning to its roots as a full-on celebration of Blue Dogs music, with a night of all your favorite songs, lots of energy and storytelling, and plenty of special guests and surprises along the way.

Come ready for a hometown show that’s equal parts reunion, party, and holiday tradition, Saturday, December 27 at Charleston Music Hall. General admission tickets start at $25. Limited VIP tickets are $100 and include the best seats in the house, a Blue Dogs VIP laminate, surprise merch and 1 Titos cocktail. Stay tuned for announcements about special guests on Facebook (facebook.com/thebluedogs) and Instagram (@scbluedogs).

Tickets available at https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/2D006328CCFB4427

The Shortwave Kitsch Radio Show is a Modern Vintage Radio Theatre Company & Biweekly Podcast. Each show is a new work written by local writers, performed by local actors, original music written by local musicians, curated by local professionals, and performed in front of a live audience.

The Blue Dogs will join December 7th for their episode recorded live in front of an audience at Capers Hall at The Citadel. Tickets are on sale now!

Tickets are on sale for Blue Dogs at Booth Playhouse Blumenthal Performing Arts Center on Saturday, January 24!

Nashville singer-songwriter Will Hoge live at Charleston Pour House – Main Stage, Nov 11, 2025. Americana rock at its finest. Bobby Houck of the Blue Dogs will open.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, community, and giving back! ✨ Lineup: 5:00 PM – John Hardin 6:00 PM – Chase Killough 7:00 PM – The Blue Dogs 🍴 Tickets & Details: Sponsorships, VIP, and General Admission Tickets Available Discounts for educators, Miracle League athletes, and more Children are welcome (ticket required for entry) VIP tickets include food

Lead singer Bobby Houck along with special guest guitarist John Fussell will play this seated, intimate show featuring the Dogs' best songs!

Bobby Houck of the Blue Dogs, with special guest guitarist John Fussell! One night only at the restaurant voted best 'Cue in Georgia! No cover!

The Blue Dogs Summer Shindig kicked off on June 1, 2024, at The Refinery in Charleston SC, giving the longtime Lowcountry band The Blue Dogs (est. 1987) the chance to dip its collective paws into the festival milieu and invite like-minded bands from its past and present to celebrate with a full afternoon and evening of music!

"Volume One: Back to the 90's" featured three bands -- Charleston's Uncle Mingo, the SC upstate's Cravin' Melon, and NC/GA canine cousins Jupiter Coyote -- that the Dogs toured with and/or crossed paths with many times during the decade when each of them toured the most, the 1990's. Each band had a set, and the night ended with a group jam with members of each band.

Acoustic solo/duo performers living in the Carolinas were also invited to play a few songs between sets. These talented singer/songwriters included Andrew Hyra of Billy Pilgrim, Shane Williams and Warren Bazemore of Finnegan Bell, Jacob Johnson, and Emily Curtis.

The show goes on in 2025 on Saturday, May 31, with "Volume 2: Carolina Road Warriors," titled such to acknowledge and honor each of this year's bands, all of whom traveled many thousands of miles and played hundreds of venues around the Carolinas and well beyond, especially in the 80's, 90's, and 00's.

This year, the Dogs are bringing in…

...first and foremost, North Carolina legends The Connells, based in the capital city of Raleigh from 1984 to this day 41 years later, and one of the only bands from our region who literally traveled the world -- and one could say, thanks to their touring and major exposure they received on MTV back in that heydey, they are best known for their song "'74-'75," which was a number one hit in Norway and Sweden in 1995 while reaching the top 10 in a total of 11 European countries;

another NC band formed in the 80's just down the road, in Chapel Hill, Dillon Fence, who toured the country with Hootie and the Blowfish on their first major tour and still draw crowds to this day;

and another TWO bands who are based right here in the Lowcountry: FINNEGAN BELL, the sweet singer-songwriter duo who write nothing but killer songs, and who have performed with the Blue Dogs many times in recent years at the Charleston Music Hall and other venues; and local Charleston heroes, JUNCO PARTNER, made up of a who's who of Charleston and South Carolina musicians who rock the house with cool covers in the southern rock/jam/boogie category.

General admission as well as VIP tickets will be available for the show. VIP ticket holders have exclusive access to the "upper deck" with premium viewing at The Refinery with a dedicated entrance and first-come, first-served seating; private newly renovated restrooms; and a separate VIP bar with premium spirits not available elsewhere.

4pm Doors 4:05-4:15 Henry Futch III 4:20-5pm Finnegan Bell 5:15-6:15 Junco Partner 6:30-7:45 Dillon Fence 8:00-9:15 Blue Dogs 9:30-10:45 The Connells

Roasting Room is a very intimate space for an up-close and personal show, with only 99 seats. Surprise pop up! Join lead singer Bobby Houck and pedal steel/guitarist Charlie Thompson for a unique Dogs show - one show only. Get your tickets now!

Oyster Roast & Spring Toast Drawing Near to God’s Annual Oyster Roast and Benefit Auction.

March 13, 2025 at 6pm

Cooper River Room Waterfront Park 99 Harry M. Hallman Jr Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464

Tickets are on sale now.

We're looking forward to joining Old Habits for the 3rd annual Live Like Bryant event at Visulite Theater in Charlotte. The Live Like Bryant Foundation helps its community’s youth achieve their highest potential through athletics and education. Join us for a fun time for a great cause and help us keep the spirit of one very special young man alive. Learn more about Bryant at livelikebryant.com

Welcome to An Evening with the Blue Dogs!

Come join us for a great night of live music, drinks, and food with the legendary Blue Dogs!

Beer and wine will be available for purchase!

Holt Bros. BBQ food truck will be there for food purchases!

This event will take place at an outdoor venue rain or shine, no rainchecks.

This event will support the Titan Baseball Diamond Club a 501c3 organization.

Blue Dogs popup show with the full band!

Vibes of '95 featuring The Blue Dogs, Jupiter Coyote, and Cravin' Melon.

The Blue Dogs have been blending the genres they grew up with - bluegrass, country, rock & soul since 1987. “Turning bluegrass on its ear by creating what’s now referred to as ‘Americana’ or ‘alternative country’ before those terms were commonplace” [Charlotte Observer]. More than 30 years later, The Blue Dogs continue to perform unpredictable and upbeat live shows with original songs that capture a country-rock vibe.

Cravin' Melon was formed at Clemson University in 1994 and gained popularity in the regional live music scene. In 1997, they signed to Mercury Records and released Red Clay Harvest. The album spawned a minor radio hit, "Come Undone", which peaked at #37 on Billboard's Mainstream Rock chart. The band's style and geographical roots prompted frequent comparisons to contemporaries and tourmates Hootie & the Blowfish and Edwin McCain.

Jupiter Coyote are self-described Mountain Rock Legends. A mixture of good ole' Southern Rock & Funky Appalachian Boogie.

We're back at the Peace Center's Gunter Theatre in Greenville on Saturday, January 25th and thrilled to be joined by our friend and former Blue Dog, Phillip Lammonds! Tickets on sale now.

BLUE DOGS + CRAVIN' MELON

Americana / Southern Rock / Roots Rock

Doors 7pm / Show 8pm See our bag policy

Tickets: $30 - $50 (plus sales tax and service fee) Reserved Seating & Advance tickets are available online only