Sails Original Music Series

06/12/2026

Dulci playing the Sails Stage tonight (Friday). She’s bringing the heat.

06/08/2026

Join us this Friday, June 12, at 7 p.m. on Union Square for a high‑energy performance by Dulci. Known for her powerful vocals, rich harmonies, and soulful pop style, Dulci and her all‑star band always deliver a great show!

The City of Hickory's Sails Original Music Series, presented by Protection Products, Inc., welcomes back Dulci this week. The performance starts at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 12, at Union Square in downtown Hickory.

Dulci Ellenberger is an American singer, songwriter, and recording artist that brings an ageless, classic style to pop music with high energy, smooth vocals, and warm melodies. This big-sound-band creates a rich soundscape that spans a broad range of genres from old-school soul to modern-day pop. Expect lots of vocal harmonies (Alyse Baca, Melissa Hyman) decorated with sparkling horn and synth lines (Charlie Humphrey), grooving bass and vocals (Kevin Williams), and electric guitar licks (Ryan Furstenberg) held together with intricate rhythms (Ross Montsinger) that will keep your head bopping. Dulci's upbeat original tunes combine her Appalachian roots in storytelling with impeccable musicality, while the diverse selection of covers highlight divas through the decades like Aretha, Amy Winehouse, and Robyn. This all-star cast of band members has been collaborating for over a decade, bringing a comfort and ease to their presence that makes the audience feel right at home.

Sails Music Coordinator Bob Sinclair says, “She’s a classy, charming songbird! She owns the stage and fills it with her oh-so-fine original pop-styled songs. The band will bring it, too!”

Started in 2012, the City of Hickory’s Sails Original Music Series showcases well-crafted, live music by bringing original music artists to The Sails on the Square. Original music is defined as music that is written or composed by the artist who performs it.

The Sails Original Music Series, a Bob Sinclair Music production, offers excellent musical entertainment from national and international touring acts with the help of numerous sponsors. Thanks to presenting sponsor Protection Products, Inc. and additional supporting sponsors Larry’s Music & Sound, Pfahlert Creative Labs, Olde Hickory Brewery, and Crowne Plaza for contributing to the series.

In addition to the seating available at Union Square, audience members are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs or blankets. A variety of bars and restaurants are close by and offer food and beverage choices.

ABC permitted businesses within the Hickory Downtown Social District will sell beer, wine, and other alcoholic beverages in specially marked cups that may be consumed on Union Square, sidewalks, and other public areas within the designated boundaries of the social district. No outside alcohol may be brought into the social district. To review additional restrictions and a detailed map of the social district’s coverage area, visit www.hickorync.gov/downtown-social-district.

For more information about the Sails Original Music Series and upcoming bands, please visit www.hickorync.gov/SailsMusic and follow the Sails Original Music Series page, www.facebook.com/SailsMusic.

06/06/2026

Tyler Ramsey Trio brought an incredible performance to our Sails Original Music Series. Beautiful weather, a lively crowd, and great music made for a perfect night in Downtown Hickory. Be sure to join us next week!

06/05/2026

Tyler Ramsey Trio is playing under the Sails in Downtown Hickory right now (Friday). Come out and enjoy a beautiful evening filled with live original music!

06/01/2026

Sails Music continues this Friday with the Tyler Ramsey Trio on Union Square. Tyler Ramsey is known for his warm, expressive voice and intricate fingerstyle guitar that blends folk, indie rock, and atmospheric Americana. His music has a spacious, thoughtful sound that feels both grounded and cinematic, making him a standout on today’s indie folk scene. His albums, including “For the Morning,” “New Lost Ages,” and “Celestun,” reflect the depth and craft he brings to every performance.

The Sails series is all about easy evenings and a relaxed atmosphere. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, pick up food or a drink from a nearby downtown spot, and settle in for a laid‑back night of original live music under the open sky. The show starts at 7 p.m. this Friday, June 5, at Union Square.

The City of Hickory's Sails Original Music Series, presented by Protection Products, Inc., continues with the Tyler Ramsey Trio this week. The performance starts at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 5, at Union Square in downtown Hickory.

Tyler Ramsey is a fingerstyle guitarist and a captivating voice in modern indie folk, based outside of Asheville, North Carolina. Ramsey gained recognition as a key member of Band of Horses, contributing to their soaring sound across three studio albums. As a songwriter and guitarist, his intricate playing and introspective lyricism became a defining element of the band's music.

Sails Music Coordinator Bob Sinclair says, “Tyler is a big, tall handsome man, famous as a leading member of Band of Horses. He has made his own space in the world of modern folk and indie rock.”

With masterful guitar work and a gift for storytelling, Tyler Ramsey continues to carve out his own space in the world of modern folk and indie rock. He has released a series of critically acclaimed albums, including "For the Morning" in 2019, “New Lost Ages” in 2024, and “Celestun” with Carl Broemel from My Morning Jacket in 2026.

Started in 2012, the City of Hickory’s Sails Original Music Series showcases well-crafted, live music by bringing original music artists to The Sails on the Square. Original music is defined as music that is written or composed by the artist who performs it.

The Sails Original Music Series, a Bob Sinclair Music production, offers excellent musical entertainment from national and international touring acts with the help of numerous sponsors. Thanks to presenting sponsor Protection Products, Inc. and additional supporting sponsors Larry’s Music & Sound, Pfahlert Creative Labs, Olde Hickory Brewery, and Crowne Plaza for contributing to the series.

In addition to the seating available at Union Square, audience members are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs or blankets. A variety of bars and restaurants are close by and offer food and beverage choices.

ABC permitted businesses within the Hickory Downtown Social District will sell beer, wine, and other alcoholic beverages in specially marked cups that may be consumed on Union Square, sidewalks, and other public areas within the designated boundaries of the social district. No outside alcohol may be brought into the social district. To review additional restrictions and a detailed map of the social district’s coverage area, visit www.hickorync.gov/downtown-social-district.

For more information about the Sails Original Music Series and upcoming bands, please visit www.hickorync.gov/SailsMusic and follow the Sails Original Music Series page, www.facebook.com/SailsMusic.

05/29/2026

Magnolia Boulevard is rockin’ the Sails Stage tonight (Friday). Don’t miss them…you still have time to get here. Such a great crowd tonight! Couldn’t have asked for better weather too.

05/29/2026

What a night! The weather is cool, and the band is hot! Incredible voices of Magnolia Boulevard at the Sails Original Music Series tonight (Friday).

05/26/2026

Another great night of live music is coming to downtown Hickory. The City of Hickory’s Sails Original Music Series, presented by Protection Products, Inc., continues this Friday, May 29, with Magnolia Boulevard. The show begins at 7 p.m. on Union Square.

Magnolia Boulevard brings a powerful mix of rock and soul with rich Appalachian influences and an electrifying stage presence. Come experience why they are known as one of the region’s rising must‑see acts.

Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy an evening of original music in the heart of downtown. Food, drinks, and social district refreshments will be available from nearby businesses.
Learn more about the Sails Original Music Series and upcoming shows at www.hickorync.gov/SailsMusic.

The City of Hickory's Sails Original Music Series, presented by Protection Products, Inc., continues with Magnolia Boulevard. The performance starts at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 29, at Union Square in downtown Hickory.

Magnolia Boulevard is a rock-n-soul powerhouse from Lexington, Kentucky, known for its vibrant blend of blues, soul, and Appalachian-influenced storytelling. Formed in 2017 by lead singer/guitarist Maggie Noelle and keyboardist Ryan Allen, the band grew from a shared vision for more intentional, fulfilling creative work. Joined by Roddy Puckett (bass), Austin Lewis (guitar), and Brandon Johnson (drums), the quintet has developed a signature sound often described as “Appalachian Soul,” marked by expressive songwriting, rich musicianship, and electrifying live performances that have earned them a reputation as a rising must see act.

Their self-titled debut full-length album, produced by acclaimed Kentucky producer Duane Lundy, showcases the band’s evolution and deep sense of purpose. Across eight tracks, Magnolia Boulevard weaves together blues, soul, rock, and reflective storytelling rooted in their Appalachian identity. As they expand to new stages and audiences along the East Coast, the band remains grounded in Kentucky’s collaborative music community, carrying forward a renewed commitment to authenticity, gratitude, and the transformative power of live music.

Sails Music Coordinator Bob Sinclair says that with Magnolia Boulevard, “Kentucky sends us their best Appalachian soul, rock ‘n’ roll band.”

Started in 2012, the City of Hickory’s Sails Original Music Series showcases well-crafted, live music by bringing original music artists to The Sails on the Square. Original music is defined as music that is written or composed by the artist who performs it.

The Sails Original Music Series, a Bob Sinclair Music production, offers excellent musical entertainment from national and international touring acts with the help of numerous sponsors. Thanks to presenting sponsor Protection Products, Inc. and additional supporting sponsors Larry’s Music & Sound, Pfahlert Creative Labs, Olde Hickory Brewery, and Crowne Plaza for contributing to the series.

In addition to the seating available at Union Square, audience members are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs or blankets. A variety of bars and restaurants are close by and offer food and beverage choices.

ABC permitted businesses within the Hickory Downtown Social District will sell beer, wine, and other alcoholic beverages in specially marked cups that may be consumed on Union Square, sidewalks, and other public areas within the designated boundaries of the social district. No outside alcohol may be brought into the social district. To review additional restrictions and a detailed map of the social district’s coverage area, visit www.hickorync.gov/downtown-social-district.

For more information about the Sails Original Music Series and upcoming bands, please visit www.hickorync.gov/SailsMusic and follow the Sails Original Music Series page, www.facebook.com/SailsMusic.

05/23/2026

Even with the last‑minute shift indoors, the night took on a character all its own. Rachel Sumner & Traveling Light captivated the audience at Hickory Community Theatre with rich storytelling and mesmerizing harmonies that filled the space beautifully. Sometimes an unexpected change sets the stage for something truly special.