Anyone who has heard Mipso’
s song “Carolina Calling” will know just how much the bluegrass band loves North Carolina.
On Oct. 25, Mipso hopes to share that love by taking the stage at a rally for Roy Cooper.
Jacob Sharp, Mipso’s mandolin player, said the main purpose of the rally is to convince people to vote and to excite those who were already planning on voting.
“It’s a celebration of the voting season geared toward UNC students and the Chapel Hill community,” he said.
Jamal Little, Cooper’s campaign spokesperson, echoed Sharp’s desire to connect with this specific community.
“Roy's seen a lot of enthusiasm from many students at Chapel Hill, and this is a unique opportunity to thank them for their support,” he said.
Sharp said that while Mipso does not see itself as a part of Cooper’s campaign, the band identifies with Cooper’s vision for North Carolina.
“We’re community members and we care about these places", he said. "The part of North Carolina we associate with is one of a progressive backbone. This has long been a place where you looked out for each other.”
Sharp said the band is aware of the fact that many artists, such as Bruce Springsteen, have canceled shows in North Carolina in protest of House Bill 2. Sharp said that while he and the rest of Mipso respect that choice, they could not turn their backs on their home state.
