Press release Music Director Dr. Melodie Galloway and the Asheville Choral Society will host a holiday concert benefit for Habitat for Humanity, “A Celebration of Love,” on Friday, December 6th at 7:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church, downtown Asheville. This concert is a “come home for the holidays” event with an emphasis on having a […]
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Mindi Meltz, author of “Lonely in the Heart of the World,” reads at Firestorm on Dec. 6
Press release Mindi Meltz, author of “Lonely in the Heart of the World,” reads at Firestorm Cafe on Friday, Dec. 6 For those of you out of the metro Asheville area who missed Mindi Meltz’ readings from her new novel Lonely in the Heart of the World, we just put two videos up on Vimeo, […]
Moog Announces Minimoog Model D Expansion Pack for Animoog
Press release Moog Announces Minimoog Model D Expansion Pack for Animoog Moog Music announced the release of The Minimoog Model D Expansion Pack for their award winning iOS synthesizer, Animoog. The expansion pack includes 69 Timbres extracted from a vintage Minimoog Model D analog synthesizer, and 213 presets designed exclusively for Animoog’s Anisotropic Synthesis Engine. […]
Brother Sun at Mountain Spirit Coffee House on Dec. 8
Press release Brother Sun at Mountain Spirit Coffee House on Dec. 8 Doors Open: 6:30, Show at 7:00PM. Donation: $15.00 Adults $10.00 Students n/c under 14 years. National touring artists Joe Jencks, Greg Greenway and Pat Wictor have made their mark as veteran touring singer-songwriters. But Brother Sun is no songwriter’s round. The trio’s harmonies, […]
Montreat College Music Business holds a songwriting contest
Press release Montreat College Music Business holds a songwriting contest The Blue Ridge Mountains are a one- of- a-kind place. From its rushing rivers, colorful fall seasons and majestic caves, to the homemade biscuits and gravy and that true southern hospitality – the Blue Ridge area quickly finds a place in your heart. In hopes […]
Aaron Lee Tasjan plays The Grey Eagle on Dec. 12
Press release Aaron Lee Tasjan plays The Grey Eagle on Dec. 12 What do Jack White, Texas Country Superstar Pat Green and Steve Carrell have in common? Answer: Songman and guitarist, Aaron Lee Tasjan. Over the past few years, Aaron Lee Tasjan has been quietly ascending the world of popular music in his own unique […]
Speed reader
Although we just reviewed “Sings,” the new album by local producer/musician Marley Carroll (officially out today), we couldn’t resist posting the just-released video for his song, “Speed Reader.” It’s a stunning visual, tapping lots of local talent.
“Like Alice Cooper without the snake”
Despite what its name might suggest, Chvrches’ Saturday, Nov. 29 show was neither quiet nor mired in reverence. Not that the audience at the sold-out show was expecting hymns, but from the opening notes of “We Sink” (a song far more buoyant that submerging), Chvrches provided its own dancey brand of ecclesiastical experience. Photos by Rich Orris.
Deep Dark Woods at Isis on Dec. 6
Press release Deep Dark Woods at Isis on Dec. 7 Deep Dark Wood has been covered by Phil Lesh, who hosts the band at his venue in California. Asheville-based Raising Caine opens the show on Friday, Dec. 6. 9 p.m., $8 in advance/$12 doors. Leave your map and lose your bearings in the swirling sonic […]
Five (or more) questions with Sai
After a stint in Knoxville, electronic musician and producer Sai (aka 9th Phoenix) moved her family back to Asheville. She holds a release show for her new album, “Iyen,” on Saturday, Dec. 7, at Club Metropolis. That event includes sets by E8 electronique, Sonen and Dj Arque, and a runway show by fashion designer Danielle Miller of Royal Peasantry. Photo by Rudy Aguilar.
The Wooten Brothers perform at Isis Restaurant & Music Hall on Dec. 5
Press release The Wooten Brothers perform at Isis Restaurant & Music Hall on Dec. 5 $22 Advance / $27 Door 5 p.m. dinner; 8 p.m. doors; 9 p.m. show. Standing room with some balcony seating. The Wooten Brothers will embark on an 11 city tour beginning December 4th in Chattanooga, TN. The band includes: Victor, […]
“Like a punk-rock Chuck E. Cheese”
Chapel Hill/Asheville rockers Superchunk release their video for “Void.”
WCU sponsors Mountain Dulcimer Winter Weekend in January
Press release WCU sponsors Mountain Dulcimer Winter Weekend in January Western Carolina University’s Office of Continuing and Professional Education will hold its ninth annual Mountain Dulcimer Winter Weekend beginning Thursday, Jan. 9, and continuing through Sunday, Jan. 12. The event will be held at the Lambuth Inn at the Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center. […]
Sound Track web extra: Sings
Marley Carroll’s new 12-track album is out on Tuesday, Dec. 3. Release show at The Millroom on Friday, Dec. 13. Photo by Nicole McConville.
HART’s production of “A Christmas Carol” runs Dec. 6-15
Press release HART’s production of “A Christmas Carol” runs Dec. 6-15 The Haywood Arts Regional Theater’s production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL returns for its second year, opening December 6. With a cast of 45 and a 9 piece orchestra, the show ranks as one of the region’s biggest holiday events. HART commissioned an original script […]
The Lee Boys and The Shane Pruitt Band play Pisgah Brewing on Dec. 5
Press release The Lee Boys and The Shane Pruitt Band play Pisgah Brewing on Dec. 5 Pisgah Brewing Company is preparing for a fiery night of gospel blues and sacred steel as they welcome the national sensations The Lee Boys, with special guests The Shane Pruitt Band, on Thursday, December 5. The event will be […]
“A gun and a girl” exhibition opens at Asheville Area Arts Council on Dec. 13
Press release “A gun and a girl” exhibition opens at Asheville Area Arts Council on Dec. 13 Join local artist Taiyo la Paix as he gathers a sample of Asheville’s most talented in a provocative show about love and death, sex and violence, a girl and a gun. Opening at the Asheville Area Arts Council […]
Music of Billie Holiday and Lester Young at White Horse
Press release Music of Billie Holiday and Lester Young at White Horse Johnny and June. Gram and Emmylou. Richard and Linda Thompson. The annals of music are filled with epic partnerships in which each inspires the other to greater heights, even when the romance is rocky. In the jazz world, singer Billy Holiday and saxophonist […]
Local is the new Black Friday
There’s nothing wrong with a little retail indulgence, especially with great holiday shopping deals aimed at keeping consumer dollars in the local economy.
Strings of Lumina performs at White Horse on Dec. 1
Press release Strings of Lumina performs at White Horse on Dec. 1 Lumina is a brilliant light. Strings of Lumina is a world music ensemble that will brighten the White Horse Black Mountain with its musical illuminations on Sunday, Dec. 1 at 7:00 pm. Players include Linda and Larry Cammarata, mind-body wellness practitioners who are […]
Big Sam’s Funky Nation heats up The Grey Eagle on Dec. 1
Press release Big Sam’s Funky Nation heats up The Grey Eagle on Dec. 1 Hailing from New Orleans as the former trombone player of the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Big Sam always entertains audiences with his exhilarating brand of high-voltage funk, rock, jazz, and hip-hop, termed “Noladelic Powerfunk.” The San Francisco Chronicle asserts “[Big Sam […]