Lenard D. Moore, Jaki Shelton Green and other writers discuss the Carolina African American Writers’ Collective history and read selections of their work from the 25th anniversary commemorative collection in a livestream event on July 16.
Smart Bets: Wortham Center Special Events Series
The limited-seating, outdoor series opens the weekend of July 17 with performances by The Moon and You, Chuck Lichtenberger and his Trio and Becky Stone.
The Broadcast releases its long-delayed third album
After an extended period of focusing on touring and business matters, Asheville-based soulful rock band The Broadcast overcame a series of delays and released its third studio album, “Lost My Sight,” on July 10.
Smart Bet: Play Reading Club
Hosted by Wolfe Lanier, The Magnetic Theatre’s latest offering debuts July 12 with Adam Brock’s comedy “The Drunken City.”
Smart Bet: Blue Spiral 1 exhibits
The Asheville gallery has four new exhibits running through Aug. 28, including one featuring local photographer Ralph Burns’ shots of the city, 1975-1999.
Smart Bet: Richard Shulman
The Asheville-based pianist and composer’s new album, “Life Seasons,” features seven instrumental and six vocal tracks.
Nest Egg releases its seventh album
The Asheville-based trio applies ’70s krautrock inspiration to its post-rock music.
Smart Bet: In Solidarity
The Asheville gallery’s new online exhibition doubles as a fundraiser for nonprofits fighting for justice and equality.
Author Leah Hampton examines modern life in Appalachia
On July 14, Waynesville resident and former Western Carolina University instructor, Leah Hampton, will celebrate the release of her debut book, “F*ckface: And Other Stories.” Several of the book’s tales take place in and around the Asheville area.
Acoustic Asheville: Andrew Scotchie
The Asheville guitarist/vocalist performs a trio of songs from throughout his career.
‘Nature Connects’ Lego exhibit opens at NC Arboretum
Brooklyn-based artist Sean Kenney talks planning, creating and transporting the exhibit, plus his hopes for people who experience it during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lo Wolf releases debut full-length album
The Asheville-based singer-songwriter discusses making her debut LP, social justice and her hopes for the local music industry’s future.
The Mothlight closes after seven years of innovative programming
Amanda and Jon Hency reflect on their difficult decision, standout moments and their next chapter.
Asheville hip-hop pioneer MC Huggs remembered for his talents and generosity
Fellow local hip-hop artist Michael “Foul Mouth Jerk” Capra pays tribute to his late friend, who laid the foundation for Asheville’s rap scene.
Feminazgûl and Sarah Louise release new albums
The Asheville-based artists discuss their recent releases.
Asheville’s social dance scene practices social distancing
Solo dance workshops are especially accessible for quarantined dance enthusiasts and, Annie Erbsen points out, “There’s also still a lot of music being streamed.”
Mark Capon brings an analog pastime into the digital age
While Harvest Records remains shuttered, the business has started offering curbside pickup, mail orders and the occasional local delivery as co-owner Mark Capon tries to reimagine the usual record store experience through a virtual platform.
Andrew Scotchie and the River Rats release a hyper-relevant new album
The Asheville-based guitarist and singer/songwriter discusses his rock band’s latest collection.
Acoustic Asheville: Fireside Collective
A number of local musicians had records planned for release over the last few months. Most of the acts went forward with those plans despite being unable to play concerts and showcase their new material. Fireside Collective had a record release show scheduled for March 14 to celebrate the release of Elements, the group’s second […]
Local author explores an alternative to the Civil War
In his debut novel, David Sullivan explores ways the Civil War could have been avoided.
Asheville stand-up comedians prepare comebacks as COVID-19 restrictions lift
Hilliary Begley, Moira Goree and Peter Smith-McDowell discuss life as a stand-up comic during a pandemic.