Local instrument manufacturer Moog Music announced that it is now employee-owned, with workers sharing in company profits. Press release from Moog Music: As the New York Times reported, Mike Adams, Moog Music Inc. President/CEO, stopped production in the factory on Tuesday afternoon and gathered the employees for an impromptu meeting. Adams began by saying, “I […]
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Steep Canyon Rangers and Oskar Blues Brewery partner in music series
Oskar Blues Brewery announces a partnership with local bluegrass band Steep Canyon Rangers. Together they’ll put on a series of summer events to benefit Oskar Blues’ CAN’d Aid Foundation. The partnership events are listed below; of local interest is a Tuesday, June 30, concert at Brevard Music Center with all-student orchestra Brevard Sinfonia. And on […]
Smart bets: Asheville Art in the Park
Asheville Art in the Park, entering its seventh year, not only takes place in both summer and fall, but runs for three consecutive Saturdays in both June and October.
Author Elizabeth Gilbert returns to Asheville, Oct. 22
Writer and motivational speaker Elizabeth Gilbert returns to Asheville on Thursday, October 22, in support of her latest book, Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear.
Carolina Ceili celebrates summer solstice at White Horse Black Mountain
Local Celtic band Carolina Ceili takes the stage at White Horse Black Mountain on Sunday, June 21 for “The Longest Day/The Shortest Night.” The concert celebrates the summer solstice and includes art by Sundara Fawn bagpiping by Connell Sanderson and lighted hoop dancing by Cristina “Rainflower Hoops” Holt. Press release from White Horse Black Mountain: […]
Writers on the Rock, June 28
Ten authors who write about Appalachia will all present work, sign books and meet fans at Writers on the Rock. The event takes place at at Chimney Rock State Park on Sunday, June 28, 1-4 p.m. Learn more about participating writers Ken Butcher, Sheri Castle, Julia Nunnally Duncan, Tommy Hays, Carol Heilman, Cindy McMahon, Ann […]
Cherokee Voices Festival, June 13
The 18th annual Cherokee Voices Festival, sponsored by The North Carolina Arts Council and the Museum of the Cherokee Indian, is held on Saturday, June 13. Press release from Museum of the Cherokee Indian: Date: June 13, 2015 Location: Museum of the Cherokee Indian, 589 Tsali Blvd. Cherokee NC 28719 Cost: FREE and open to […]
RiverMusic continues June 12 with The Ben Miller Band
The next installment of RiverLink’s RiverMusic concert series takes place Friday, June 12. The Ben Miller Band headlines; The Toothe and The Red Dirt Revelators also perform. The concert takes place at The RiverLink Sculpture and Performance Plaza in the River Arts District; music starts at 5:30 p.m. Press release from RiverLink: RiverLink’s RiverMusic continues […]
Your chance to be in Jody Medford’s next music video
Local country musician Jody Medford, known for his song “Moonshine,” is in the process of making a new video. Filmed by CMT, the shoot — which promises a few surprises — will take place at Cowboy’s Lounge (439 Old Mars Hill Hwy., Weaverville) on Friday, June 19.
Sound track: stephaniesid releases “Excavator”
The new album from local pop-noir band stephaniesid officially releases on Tuesday, June 9. The 11 tracks delve into themes of hope, fear, aspiration, ambitions, failure, acceptance and what it truly means to be an artist.
Sound check: Crushed Out at Tiger Mountain
In advance of last week’s show at Tiger Mountain, Crushed Out performed a new song, “Cool Clear Water,” for Xpress.
Jazzical: an afternoon of music and art at Congregation Beth Israel, July 12
AmiciMusic performs and an art show is on display for Jazzical: an afternoon of music and art at Congregation Beth Israel. The event takes place on Sunday, July 12, beginning at 1:30 p.m. Press release from event organizers: What piece of classical/jazz music spent nearly 10 years on the Billboard Top 40 in the 70s-80s? […]
The final West End Reading of the season, June 13
The final installment of this season’s West End Reading Series is set for Saturday, June 13, at 7 p.m. The prose and poetry readings are held (and the event’s name hints) at the West End Bakery and feature storyteller David Novak, poets Katherine Soniat and Luke Hankins and series hostess and curator Lockie Hunter.
Lineup announced for LEAF Downtown AVL, Aug. 1-2
The inaugural LEAF Downtown AVL takes place on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 1 and 2. The free event includes live music on three stages as well as local food and drink, healing artists, the Easel Rider, workshops and dance parties. Press release from LEAF: LEAF is thrilled to announce the stellar lineup of performing artists […]
Robert Randolph & the Family Band at New Mountain, June 6
Press release from New Mountain: Know for their legendary live performances and familial blend of street-corner church-inspired soul, Robert Randolph & the Family Band are scheduled to light up the New Mountain Asheville on Saturday, June 6th! Opening support from southern-styled Guitar virtuoso and singer/songwriter firekid (Dillon Hodges). At an advance ticket price of only […]
Haas Kowert Tice parlays high-profile influences into captivating sounds
The three players of Haas Kowert Tice met at various music festivals as college students and found they liked jamming and hanging out. The friendship endured even as they moved in various directions careerwise. Bassist Paul Kowert now plays with The Punch Brothers, fiddler Brittany Haas with Crooked Still and guitarist Jordan Tice with Tony Trischka. Reconvening in Nashville, and sharing equally in the creation of new material, “everything comes off of our individual instruments more,” says Tice.
Smart bets: White Wolf Kin
The exhibit by mother-and-son artists Cher Shaffer and Gabriel Shaffer runs through Sunday, July 12 at The Satellite Gallery, with an opening on Friday, June 5, 7-9 p.m.
Local bluegrass band Balsam Range will be honored by the state of N.C., June 10
Balsam Range will be honored for the band’s achievements on Wednesday, June 5. The events include a performance, reception and private meeting with Gov. Pat McCrory and Lt. Governor Dan Forest. Press release from Laughing Penguin Publicity: Multi-award-winning acoustic band, Balsam Range, will receive official praise from both the House and Senate of the State […]
Comedian Grant Lyon at The Millroom on June 20, benefits American Cancer Society
Collegiate soccer player-turned-comedian Grant Lyon performs at The Millroom on Saturday, June 20, at 8 p.m.. His show is also a benefit for the American Cancer Society. Press release from Funny Business at The Millroom: Funny Business at the Millroom is excited to announce that Saturday, June 20th’s show with comedian Grant Lyon will promote […]
Local Bubble Soccer league starts July 17
“If you suffer from claustrophobia you should know that your body will be enclosed in a rubbery orb from around your thigh to over your head,” says one of the cautions for Bubble Soccer. The sport comes to Asheville this summer with a league forming on Friday July 17 and a free demo day scheduled for Friday, July 10.
The Belfast Boys bring Irish music and poetry to White Horse Black Mountain, June 12
Hickory-based duo The Belfast Boys (Alyn Mearns and Adrian Rice) return to The Whote Horse Black Mountain on Friday, June 12. Press release from the venue: The name of Hickory-based musical duo The Belfast Boys is both poetically evocative and literal. Alyn Mearns and Adrian Rice spent their formative years in the capital of a […]