Rosetta’s Kitchen, though a delightful place to grab a bite, is not what most would consider a music venue. Door-to-door tables crowd the limited floorspace, and narrow hallways amplify the sounds emanating from the bustling kitchen. But, on a cool Sunday night, Rosetta’s was transformed as Hello Hugo tucked into the far corner of the […]
Superior Poetry
Joe Zimmerman is an accomplished poet who resides somewhere in the Biltmore Forest, without permission. He has many accolades and credentials (and resumes) and has graduated from many prestigious poetry colleges, including (but not limited to) Harvard, Oxford, Cal Polytechnic State and San Luis Obispo Community College. In his spare time he enjoys bird watching […]
The profiler
The Suspect: Sam Quinn and the Japan Ten This band is the new project of former everybodyfields frontman Sam Quinn. According to Quinn, he has, “…somehow culled the talents of some of the region’s most talented musicians to play my whiney, three minute, tales of self-loathing and dismay.” Earlier this summer, the Americana singer/songwriter released […]
Smart Bets
Return of the Davids By "the Davids" we don't mean the awesome local garage rock band fronted by one David Clegg. Rather, we mean Davids Wilcox and LaMotte, both trailblazers during the 90s-era WNC singer/songwriter heyday, both moved on to other locales (D.C. and Maryland for Wilcox, Australia and India for LaMotte), and both returned […]
The Best of WNC Bash was … the best!
A hearty thanks to everyone who came out and made last week’s “Best of WNC Bash,” the bestest Best of Bash EVER! Here’s a slide show from the awesome celebration, which featured epic sets from Josh Phillips Folk Festival, Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, Sons of Ralph and Asheville Vaudeville, as well as an amazing piecemeal feast provided by some of Asheville’s tastiest restaurants. Also in this post: Snippets from host Tom Scheve’s roast of all things “Best of WNC.”
Sound Track web extra: Asheville Symphony Orchestra review
Last Saturday, the Symphony performed a dynamic concert including collaborations with NC Stage and the Asheville Symphony Chorus.
Author Pat Conroy visits Asheville
The award-winning novelist signs copies of his newest book, My Reading Life, at the Captain’s Bookshelf on Sunday, Nov. 28.
Sparkles
Just in time for the holidays, a sequined jacket. Seen on Lexington Ave.
Review of Listen to This
Part performance, part storytelling (but not a “tellebration”, Chalmers pointed out), the Listen to This series offers a laid-back atmosphere for performers to tell largely personal stories linked by an overarching theme, mostly to comedic effect.
stephaniesid at the Grey Eagle
Stephaniesid dramatic power-pop ensemble took over on Saturday night at the Grey Eagle in Asheville, NC. Video by Jesse Hamm.
Short and long
Winter shorts and all black, outside Cornerstone Minerals on Lexington Ave.
Edgy Mama: It’s creepy crawly time
Winter hats? Check. Kids in close contact with other kids? Check. Head lice? Check. Yep, it’s that time again.
Busk Break: Caleb Elliott
Busker Caleb Elliott performs his original tune “Home Alone” on the Iron Sculpture in downtown Asheville.
Holiday Parade
Photos of the 64th annual Asheville Holiday Parade.
Photo by Jonathan Welch
My Side of the Mountain: The Enemy Lovers
We’re braving basements, rooftops, forests and alleys to bring you this new video series where local musicians step out of their element for a preview of upcoming performances.
Busk Break: Ian Moore Performs “Hard Times”
Sylva-based busker and entertainer Ian Moore (notably of the on-again-off-again local band The Rib Tips) plays “Hard Times” near Pritchard Park in downtown Asheville.
Wondering what to do this Saturday?
November 20 is one of those days when everything is happening all at once. Lots of good stuff, too, so you’ll probably have to pick and choose. Or ace your time management skills. Offerings include a parade, a rare Stephaniesid (pictured) performance, singer/songwriter E-S Guthrie (formerly of The New Familiars) playing solo and steampunk at the Boiler Room. And more. So much more.
Retro/modern
Her aqua Go-Go boots are actually a new reproduction of the vintage style.
This weekend on a shoestring
You name it, we’ve got it: art, film, puppets and even a parade. Save your hard-earned dough for holiday travels because you won’t need it for this lineup. And while you’re here, check out the Clubland calendar for your budget-friendly music events.
Elitist Bastards: Of Deathly Hallows, Werewolves and Skylines
In this week’s Elitist Bastards Go To The Movies podcast, Mountain Xpress film critics Ken Hanke and Justin Souther discuss current releases Skyline, Unstoppable, Morning Glory and Conviction. They also chat about Werewolf of London (this week’s Thursday Horror Picture Show) and Millennium Actress (next week’s Asheville Film Society screening), as well as this weekend’s new releases Tamara Drewe, Fair Game, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 and The Next Three Days.
Ginko tree
The Nova Echo’s Evan Bradford with a friend on Wall Street.