Shirlette Ammons

Shirlette Ammons, a Peabody Award-winning producer, poet and hip-hop artist based in Durham, delves into the inspirations behind her music. She shares how her work draws from her eastern NC heritage, local community and family, and how her latest album, “Spectacles,” explores sight and perception.

Shaped by Sound

This PBS NC original series, which spotlights North Carolina’s thriving music scene, features artists from a broad range of genres, including indie rock, hip-hop, R&B, alt-country, jazz, bluegrass and folk. Each episode weaves a visually stunning live studio performance by an NC artist or band with an intimate conversation about their creative journey. Watch Thursdays, 9:30 PM on PBS NC and the free PBS app.