Dru Hill in Raleigh

About Dru Hill

Dru Hill emerged from Baltimore in the mid-90s as one of the defining voices of New Jack Swing R&B. The group—Mark "Sisqó" Andrews, Tamir "Nokio" Ruffin, Larry "Jazz" Anthony, and James "Woody" Green—built their reputation on smooth harmonies and emotionally direct ballads. "In My Bed" became their signature track, a song that basically defined late-night 90s radio. They followed it with "We're Not Making Love No More," which proved they weren't one-hit wonders. Their self-titled 1996 debut sold millions and made them regulars on MTV and BET. Sisqó eventually broke out as a solo artist with "Thong Song," but Dru Hill remained relevant through lineup changes and sporadic reunions. They represented a specific moment when R&B groups could still dominate pop radio without compromising their sound.

Dru Hill shows feature a lot of singing along to those major hits—the crowd knows every word to the ballads. Energy is more controlled than chaotic, with people genuinely lost in the nostalgia. Tight harmonies translate well live. Sisqó appearances boost the vibe considerably.

Known for In My Bed, We're Not Making Love No More, Never Make a Promise, How Deep Is Your Love, All the Places (I Will Kiss You)

Dru Hill in Raleigh News

• Top concerts coming to NC in 2025 WRAL · Dec 30, 2024
• Looking for a concert, comedy show or festival? Here's what's coming to Fayetteville The Fayetteville Observer · Sep 16, 2024
• Countdown to new year 2024 | Families across the Triangle ring in the new year ABC11 Raleigh-Durham · Jan 1, 2024
• Jodeci have announced a reunion tour with SWV and Dru Hill kicking off in Charlotte CLTure · Apr 24, 2023
• Juvenile drew crowds to NC festival, but not everyone liked what they heard - Raleigh News & Observer Raleigh News & Observer · May 20, 2019

Live Music in Raleigh

Raleigh's R&B scene has quieter moments compared to Charlotte or Atlanta, but it's got roots. The city's more known for indie rock and hip-hop venues, which means R&B acts like Dru Hill tend to draw dedicated crowds rather than casual ones. That specificity matters—you get people who actually cared about their albums, not just their biggest hit.

Raleigh road trip to see Dru Hill?

Stay in the Warehouse District downtown—it's the only area worth being in, with converted lofts and actual walkability. Dinner at The Grocery or Second Empire, depending on your mood. Spend the next day at the North Carolina Museum of Art, which has decent permanent collection and rotating shows, then walk the trails on the museum's grounds. If you want to stay within the classic rock headspace, the local record shops on Fayetteville Street have decent used vinyl, though the selection is hit-or-miss. Make the 30-minute drive to Chapel Hill if you have time—better music venues, better energy.