“Our goal for our kids’ show is the same as the adult shows,” Kev Marcus says. “It’s to entertain, educate and inspire, simultaneously. You’re teaching them something, but they don’t even know that they’re learning.”
{Re}HAPPENING projects take cues from Black Mountain College alumni
This year’s {Re}HAPPENING, taking place Saturday, March 25, at Camp Rockmont (the location of BMC, which shuttered in 1957), features a number of performance taking cues directly from alumni of the institution.
New Belgium brings Tour de Fat, Third Eye Blind to Asheville
This is the 18th year for the tour and its first visit to Asheville.
NE-HI plays summery, winter-made rock at The Mothlight
Thwarted by unforeseen circumstances in 2015, the Chicago rockers get a second chance at their Asheville debut.
Smart bets: The Three Davids
The show takes place at the Diana Wortham Theatre on Friday, March 24.
Video release: “All Eyes” by I,Star
Shot in various locations around Asheville, it includes not only downtown landmarks but the stunning views of the parkway.
Show review: Waxahatchee, Kevin Morby and Mary Lattimore at Asheville Masonic Temple
Attendees were treated to rare solo acoustic performances by three talented indie artists in an atypical setting.
Smart bets: Catie Curtis
Local singer Jenna Lindbo will provide the harmonies for Curtis’ seated show at Isis Music Hall on Thursday, March 23.
30 Days Out: a look at upcoming concerts
Post-rock, Americana-flavored rock ‘n’ roll, primal rock and hip-hop are on the menu this time around.
Faces in the crowd: WNC crowdfunding initiatives
Each week, Xpress highlights notable WNC crowdsourcing initiatives that may inspire readers to become new faces in the crowd. This week features a doomsday comic book series, a former Ashevillean’s memoir about the Zendik Farm and a crowdfunding success story from Ashley Heath.
Former Carolina Chocolate Drops musician Leyla McCalla plays The Altamont Theatre
Local songstress Jane Kramer opens the show on Wednesday, March 22.
Acoustic Asheville: Carolina Wray
The Wray brothers’ sound resonates across a broad spectrum of music, from country and blues all the way to pop.
Album review: ‘A New Perspective’ by Mary Frances
On her debut solo album, A New Perspective, Frances moves ever so slightly away from the collaborative nature of those projects, and toward a collection of songs that displays her musical talents front and center.
Secret Agent 23 Skidoo debuts ‘Mozartistic,’ talks what’s next after Grammy win
“I’m super thankful to the musical community of Asheville for being part of the Skidoo project throughout its whole [development]. I’m part of a community, and I know that.” Skidoo returns to Asheville on Sunday, March 19 for a performance at The Orange Peel.
Chicano Batman plays The Mothlight
The Los Angeles band’s music — as showcased on its third and latest album, Freedom is Free, released March 3 — weds infectious soul grooves to thought-provoking lyrics, and draws from styles well outside the Latino music scene. Chicano Batman plays The Mothlight Wednesday, March 22.
Music on the quad: Echofest returns to UNC Asheville
In its fourth year, Echofest 2017 brings a diverse range of musical acts to UNC Asheville’s campus.
Blackalicious makes its Grey Eagle debut
DJ/producer Chief Xcel discusses the Sacramento hip-hop duo’s Imani trilogy and the heightened sense of urgency stemming from lyricist Gift of Gab’s health issues.
Smart bets: The Moon and You
New Wave performance artist Daniel Ouellette will open the show at N.C. Stage Company on Sunday, March 19.
Ambient music trailblazer Hans-Joachim Roedelius returns to Asheville
Roedelius makes a rare North American appearance at The Mothlight on March 18 before heading to Knoxville for this year’s Big Ears Festival.
Smart bets: Black Robin Hero and David Earl
Black Robin Hero and David Earl will celebrate their achievements with a dual record-release party.
Smart bets: The Dirty Badgers
The band will perform in Highland Brewing Co.’s tasting room on Friday, March 17.