Asheville-based electro-rock ensemble’s debut video finds its feline mascot flexing her powers in Paris.
Asheville Amadeus Festival returns with a new sound
This year’s 10-day event, which runs Thursday, May 11- Saturday, May 20, represents the most ambitious chapter in the festival’s history.
VIDEO PREMIERE: ‘Note to Self’ by Andrew Scotchie
The Asheville-based singer-songwriter and guitarist’s new album, “Love is Enough,” will be released Friday, June 9.
And the Hendersonville Community Band plays on
“We share great joy in coming together each week to be immersed in music, taking seriously our dedication to excellent performances for the community,” says Joella Newberry, group historian.
The Get Right Band gets conceptual on new album
“iTopia” marks a significant step forward for the Asheville-based psychedelic indie rockers.
Local bands reflect on the state of touring in a post-pandemic world
Many local musicians note the pandemic has had a lasting impact on the way tours unfold. Some point to concertgoers’ less predictable purchasing habits, while others in Asheville’s music scene say time away from travel have changed their perspectives about life on the road.
Wednesday primes for breakout with new album
The Asheville-based rockers discuss their journey to the impressive upcoming record, “Rat Saw God.”
VIDEO PREMIERE: ‘Redeemer’ by The Silver Doors
The Asheville-based Appalachian desert rock band filmed the video for their debut single at Drop of Sun Studios.
Asheville music venues reflect on the impact of 2020’s lockdown
Three years after the initial shutdown, Xpress catches up with local music venues about the state of the scene, how individual spaces weathered the storm and what the future looks like for musicians and concertgoers alike.
Sounds from the avant-garde music scene in WNC
Xpress explores WNC’s avant-garde music scene, spotlighting some of the acts that are contributing to the area’s eclectic mix.
Kids stuff: The power of music in the digital age
Lyndsay Pruett, member of the Jon Stickley Trio and a teacher at Academy for the Arts, discusses the surprises that come with teaching kids to play the fiddle.
Kids stuff: Keep your sense of humor
Cactus, the Asheville-based hip-hop artist also known as Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, discusses encouraging self-express, the lessons children can teach adults and the importance of embracing failure as a means of growth.
WellSpring, Keith Harry and Stephen Evans release new albums
This month’s selections include harmony-laden folk, pop/jazz and Americana.
Hillcrest High Steppin’ Majorettes and Drum Corp’s legacy endures
The marching band and dance team had over 10,000 kids participate, 1977-2019, including a few who’ve started their own performance groups.
Health checkup: Yoga and music
Whitney Shroyer, co-owner of Purna Yoga 828 and a local DJ, discusses self-care, music’s role in health care and the respect he has for the history and tradition of yoga.
Four of a Kind: Jane Kramer on the local music scene
The singer-songwriter talks new projects and the city’s music scene.
Julia Sanders, Marlowe, The Maggie Valley Band and Tristan Smith release new albums
Country/Americana, hip-hop, pop-infused alt-country and practically everything else are represented in this month’s new release round-up.
Western Carolina Writers’ Showcase blossoms at The Grey Eagle
The Western Carolina Writers’ Showcase makes its Grey Eagle debut.
Year in Review: Arts professionals lift each other up
Local theater professionals, musicians and photographers lend their expertise to this year’s reflections.
New compilation features garage rock bands from 1960s Asheville
Members of three former Western North Carolina bands — The (Fabulous) Wunz, The Ron-De-Voos and Orange Purple Marmalade — speak with Xpress about their fond and vivid memories of the music they created more than a half century ago.
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas (Jam)
With the relaunch less than two weeks away, Xpress caught up with Haynes about the show’s history, as well as his own musical journey.