Lovett’s debut album, Highway Collection, was released last spring. Since then, the producer/composer/bandleader has been hard at work producing and starring in videos for each of the record’s nine tracks. Along the way, one of those projects took on a life of its own and eventually morphed into a free-standing short film, complete with its own score, photography exhibit and art show. On Wednesday, Lovett brings that epic multimedia smorgasbord to Asheville with an equally epic presentation that spans three venues across downtown Asheville. Xpress sat down with the artist at Echo Mountain to discuss the project.
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This weekend on a shoestring
This weekend brings literature, music, street festivals and wild animals. So put that wallet away and let the good times roll because these events all come for less than the price of a fast food value meal. While you’re here, share more budget-friendly happenings in the comments section below.
This weekend on a shoestring
Whether you like bouncing to reggae, two-stepping to classic country or spacing out to prog rock, there’s a show this weekend to satisfy your aural interests. As always, we offer more than just music, and all for a nominal fee. While you’re here, share more budget-friendly events in the comments section below.
The Grey Eagle gets a dose of honky tonk blues
Wayne Hancock writes country music from another era, a time when Hank Williams and Kitty Wells ruled the country airwaves. One has to wonder if it’s a time when Wayne Hancock would have ruled the airwaves too. Tonight, the Austin native brings his old-time country swagger to The Grey Eagle.
This weekend on a shoestring
Learn about a regional benefactor, dance to local hip-hop, browse arts and crafts or take in a silent film. This weekend, we bring you a diverse lineup of events to keep your mind stimulated and your wallet in your pocket. While you’re here, share more budget-friendly events in the comments section below.
Down and dirty with Gurp City South
The Orange Peel gets down and dirty Saturday as local hip-hop collective Gurp City South unite for a rowdy weekend showcase. Catching the entire outfit under one roof can be difficult, as members split their time between Asheville and San Francisco, so expect some fireworks.
This weekend on a shoestring
Check out local music, classic foreign film, traditional farming demonstrations and more this weekend, all for less than the price of parking downtown. While you’re here, share your own budget-friendly events in the comments section below.
Hopscotchin’ in Raleigh
The second annual Hopscotch Music Festival turned Raleigh into what was basically an indie rock fan’s wet dream. The weekend was a 24-hour smorgasbord of casual day parties, official venue shows and all-night after parties.
This weekend on a shoestring
Film and the written word take center stage this weekend, along with adorable pets, hearty plants and community radio. While you’re here, check out Clubland for a complete schedule of local music. And, as always, feel free to share more budget-friendly events in the comments section below.
This weekend on a shoestring
This weekend, find a new best friend, enjoy freshly picked apples, discover a new career or LAAFF until you cry. And while you’re here, share more budget-friendly events in the comments section below.
Music on the Mountaintop 2011
The 4th annual Music on the Mountaintop took up residence at Grandfather Campground in Banner Elk this weekend, weathering extreme winds and overcast skies for two days of family-friendly music, games and community. Xpress was there Saturday to bring you this look.
Boone welcomes Music on the Mountaintop
Nationally touring acts like Sam Bush, Railroad Earth, Acoustic Syndicate, Greensky Bluegrass and Frontier Ruckus are expected to draw more than 5,000 fans to the high country this weekend, with a host of local performers including Naked Gods, Uncle Mountain, River Whyless, Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band, Secret B-Sides and Town Mountain rounding out the bill.
Local musicians record film score at Echo Mountain
A host of local players converged on Echo Mountain this week to record music for the upcoming Sci-Fi thriller The Proxy. Multi-instrumentalist/producer/bandleader Ben Lovett organized and headed the session, which spanned two days in the converted church that now houses Echo Mountain’s primary studios. Xpress was in the control room to bring you this inside look.
This weekend on a shoestring
Blacklight yoga, haunted hikes and brotherly love round out this weekend’s best. While you’re here, share more budget-friendly events in the comments section below.
Jammin’ for Journeymen at The Grey Eagle
This weekend, The Grey Eagle hosts Jammin’ for Journeymen, a fundraiser featuring the music of Silas Durocher and Friends, Josh Phillips Trio and Vertigo Jazz Project. All proceeds from the event benefit Journeymen of Asheville, a nonprofit whose goal is to “provide boys with mentoring and modeling so that they learn integrity, accountability, compassion and respect.”
My Side of the Mountain, Vol. XI: Brian McGee
It’s time to say goodbye to Brian McGee. After 11 years, the singer is parting with his adopted home to pursue other avenues, but not before he plays one last show. We caught up with McGee at his house, piled high with moving boxes, for an acoustic rendition of Plow United’s “The World According to Me” in advance of his performance Saturday at The Grey Eagle.
This weekend on a shoestring
This weekend is ripe with music; but, as always, we offer a wide range of budget-friendly events that includes theater, film and art. While you’re here, share more low-cost happenings in the comments section below.
So long and thanks for all the tunes
It's been a good run for Brian McGee. The one-time frontman for Philadelphia-based punk band Plow United moved to WNC in the late '90s to study wood working, but it's the two albums he released here that will leave a lasting impression on the local arts scene. The first, Brian McGee and the Hollow Speed, […]
Sourwood Festival kicks off in Black Mountain
The 34th annual Sourwood Festival takes over downtown Black Mountain this weekend with a family-friendly afternoon of music, dancing and games. More than 30,000 people are expected to attend this year’s celebration, which runs through Sunday evening.
This weekend on a shoestring
This weekend, float the river, take a hike, catch some local tunes or meet your new best friend, all for less than the price of parking downtown. While you’re here, share your own budget-friendly events in the comments section below.
A unified vision
Uncle Mountain performs with a disarming ease that makes it seem as though the trio was born playing breezy folk rock. And while congenital folkie is a stretch, it's not as far from the truth as one might expect. Dan Shearin and Ryan Lassiter have known each other for nearly 15 years, and they’ve been […]