Press release Atlanta’s Shakey Knees Festival announces lineup, tickets for May 9-11 What festival is complete without the big reunion? While we keep hearing that Shaky Knees Music Fest can’t possibly be improved upon, we’ve gone ahead and added The Replacements to this year’s event. This will be their first performance in the southeast since […]
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LEAF announces spring lineup with Bootsy Collins & the Funk Unity Band, Los Lobos and more
Press release LEAF announces spring lineup with Bootsy Collins & the Funk Unity Band, Los Lobos and more LEAF is thrilled to announce the stellar lineup of performing artists for the Spring 2014 LEAF Festival, taking place May 8-11 in Black Mountain, NC. “Free Your Funky Self” at the 38th LEAF Festival and experience multiple […]
Trash ‘n Fashion Show at Elkland Art Center in March
Press release Trash ‘n Fashion Show at Elkland Art Center in March Elkland Art Center, a community arts nonprofit located in Todd, is hosting the third Trash ‘n Fashion Show. We are teaming local businesses and organizations with artists/designers to create wearable art. Out of trash! On First Friday, April 4th at Strands, EAC will […]
Smart Bet web extra: Turquoise Jeep
Part rap, part satire, part raunch and part pure joy the band (which describes itself as “Existing Musical Beings”) is already a YouTube sensation. They perform at The Grey Eagle, on Saturday, Feb. 8.
Acoustic Asheville: Willie Sugarcapps
The supergroup with Will Kimbrough, Grayson Capps, Sugarcane Jane and Corky Hughes played Asheville Music Hall last weekend. In advance of that show, the band performed an exclusive song.
Summer job and camp fair at Brevard College
Press release Summer job and camp fair at Brevard College Local Community Invited to Summer Job and Camp Fair at Brevard College Community members are invited to attend Brevard College’s 2014 Summer Job and Camp Fair on Thursday, February 13. The free fair will be held from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Frances […]
SylvanSport introduces GO Easy Adventure Utility Trailer at Mountain RV & Boat Show, Feb 7-9
Press release SylvanSport introduces GO Easy Adventure Utility Trailer at Mountain RV & Boat Show, Feb 7-9 For outdoor enthusiasts who like to get outside and play in the rivers, mountains, and beyond, the new GO Easy Adventure Utility Trailer by SylvanSport is an absolute game changer. Not only can it haul an impressive number […]
Balsam Range returns to the studio, set to release 5th album
Press release Balsam Range returns to the studio, set to release 5th album Members of the award-winning band, Balsam Range, have been back in the studio, putting the finishing touches on the band’s fifth album. Bass player and vocalist Tim Surrett calls the project the “strongest collection of songs” the band has ever recorded. “We’ve […]
Jazz series “Take Two” at the White Horse begins tonight, Monday, Feb. 3
Press release Jazz series “Take Two” at the White Horse begins tonight, Monday, Feb. 3 Monday, February 3 Take Two: Bill Bares + Steve Alford Clarinets, C Melody Sax White Horse Black Mountain 7:30-9:30 pm $12 / $6 students Asheville’s veteran multi-reedist and mad genius Steve Alford is going through a particularly creative period right […]
Angel Olsen’s Tiny Desk Concert
The singer-songwriter, a recent transplant to Asheville, performed as part of the NPR series. Click through for the video. Photo by Sabrina Rush.
Country artist Rachel Brooke performs at The Water’n Hole in Waynesville on Saturday, Feb. 22
Press release Country artist Rachel Brooke performs at The Water’n Hole in Waynesville on Saturday, Feb. 22 Rachel Brooke at The Water’n Hole 796 N Main St. Waynesville, NC 28786 February 22 2014 9pm Free Show “Take everything you think you know about country music and throw it out the window. That pop rock y’all […]
An Evening with an Album featuring Miles Davis on Feb. 13
Press release An Evening with an Album featuring Miles Davis on Feb. 13 The February An Evening With An Album, to be held on February 13th in Asheville, NC, will explore the entirety of Kind of Blue by Miles Davis, with proceeds benefitting the Asheville Design Center. An Evening with an Album was created by […]
Five (or more) questions with Everyone Orchestra
This band, with a revolving cast of players, “is about creating community and friendships as much as it is about creating spectacular music.” Led by founder and conductor Matt Butler, Everyone Orchestra returns to Asheville on Thursday, Feb. 6 with a local-heavy lineup.
The Knights of Allentown Productions brings Twelfth Night to Toy Boat in March
Press release The Knights of Allentown Productions brings Twelfth Night to Toy Boat in March A new theatre company has sprung up with the mission of bringing Shakespeare to venues around Asheville. The Knights of Allentown Productions, formed by co-producers Ken Knight and Bonnie Allen, is composed mostly of members of the Montford Park Players […]
Lee Warren named new executive director of Organic Growers School
Press release Lee Warren named new executive director of Organic Growers School The Organic Growers School announces the appointment of Lee Warren as its new Executive Director. Organic Growers School works to advance organic agriculture and sustainable living in the Southern Appalachian region by gathering people to teach, learn, and celebrate together. Organic Growers School […]
Local artist Mark Schieferstein holds an exhibition opening at The Mothlight, Feb. 7
Press release Local artist Mark Schieferstein holds an exhibition opening at The Mothlight, Feb. 7 Mark Schieferstein is having an art opening at the Mothlight in West Asheville on Friday, February 7. The exhibition, entitled ‘Function’, will consist of functional metal sculpture , jewelry and home furnishings. Included are sleek and contemporary candle holders, upcycled […]
Comedy legend Carl LaBove performs at The Altamont Theatre
Press release Comedy legend Carl LaBove performs at The Altamont Theatre Returning to Asheville for the first time in over 2 years, Carl LaBove will be performing 3 shows over 2 nights at The Altamont Theater on February 7th and 8th, 2014. The success of a comedian depends on the uniqueness of their act and […]
Local students take home awards from the 2014 Junior Theater Festival
Press release Local students take home awards from the 2014 Junior Theater Festival Students from Asheville Performing Arts Academy in Asheville and MusicWorks Studio of Performing Arts in Clyde won a Freddie G Award for Excellence in Ensemble Work at the 2014 Junior Theater Festival happening January 17, 18 and 19 at the Cobb Galleria […]
Moogfest announces local acts
A dozen Asheville-based acts (including Hello Hugo, pictured) are included on the latest round of performers, slated to play Moogfest this April. Click through for a music mix.
Dine to be Kind fundraiser for Asheville Humane Society on March 11
Press release Eat out at more than 50 area restaurants to benefit Asheville Humane Society and its Animal Compassion Network Department’s lifesaving programs that serve Buncombe County’s neediest animals. Asheville Humane Society and its Animal Compassion Network Department are gearing up for the 11th Annual “Dine to be Kind” fundraiser that takes place Tuesday, March […]
Valentine’s day “dinner date” at The Venue
Press release Valentine’s day “dinner date” at The Venue On February 14, 2014, The Venue owner and event planner Marta Bodenhorst and her team are hosting their first signature event: a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner with wining, dining, and musical entertainment by members of the Asheville Symphony Orchestra. Featuring an art deco-inspired façade and spacious, […]