Music scene · Oak Island
A barrier-island beach town with a seasonal scene of acoustic soloists and cover bands playing waterfront restaurants and festivals, drawing Wilmington musicians down each summer.
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A barrier-island beach town with a seasonal scene of acoustic soloists and cover bands playing waterfront restaurants and festivals, drawing Wilmington musicians down each summer.
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This barrier-island beach town has a seasonal music scene built around tourism, fishing festivals, and community events. Acoustic soloists and small cover bands play at informal gatherings. During summer, musicians from the Wilmington area often drive down for restaurant and festival gigs.
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