Lots of music this weekend (and Greenfest at UNC-A). Not to be missed: the return of Jonathan Ammons & the Electric Ghost which is not just a comeback but a CD release. Because it’s just that sort of weekend.
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This weekend on a shoestring
This week’s roundup starts with Thursday, April 1, but it’s no joke. A down-right exhausting list of budget-priced shows awaits your perusal. Read on!
SoundTrack Web Extra: Boo Ray
Boo Ray’s Bad News Travels Fast plays like a guilty pleasure, all boozy and rough-edged and filled with promises of trouble and ruined reputations. But the thing about Bad News is there’s nothing bad about it.
This weekend on a shoestring
More daylight, warmer weather, and even more to do. Bands, art, a market opening, free burgers, a costume sale and plenty more. All for cheap or — even better — free.
Hey Tweeps, it’s time for Twestival!
The Asheville Twitter Festival gathering on Thursday, March 25, raises funds for Concern Worldwide and benefits the cause of education.
This weekend on a shoestring
There’s a good hour of extra daylight each night this weekend, and the vernal equinox (that’s the start of spring) is at the stroke of midnight on Saturday. Need any more reason to get out of the house and celebrate a bit? How about a weekend’s worth of entertainment, with no cover charge over $5.
Ready for the weekend
The Hurt Mountain Boys lead a night of mountain/country/roots/rock at Stella Blue on Friday.
SoundTrack Web Extra: Rafe Hollister, Leigh Glass
Reviews of the newest albums by Rafe Hollister and The Leigh Glass Band (both of whom perform this Friday).
Where to wear your green
So, Asheville doesn’t have a massive parade and we don’t dye the French Broad River green to commemorate the occasion. But St. Patrick’s Day — the holiday celebrating (historically) a fifth-century Christian missionary in Ireland and (in contemporary culture) Irish heritage — still gets its due.
Seduction Sideshow (the name says it all)
Seduction Sideshow presents the Corney Island Carnival Sideshow Extravaganza on Saturday, March 20.
This weekend on a shoestring
No, the weekend doesn’t begin on Wednesday, but this week’s edition of Weekend on a Shoestring has a few budget-friendly early extras. Pace yourselves, people.
G. Love on G. Love
The singer/songwriter/harmonica player/hip-hop artist/bluesman in his own words, tweets, blog posts and videos.
WNC musician Mark Linkous (of Sparklehorse) dies
According to reports, the Clay County-based recording artist took his own life on Saturday, March 6. He will be greatly missed.
This weekend on a shoestring
By the time this weekend rolls around, we’ll be two weeks shy of Spring. I, for one, have been counting down the days ever since December 21, so T minus two weeks seems like reason to celebrate. On that note, here’s where to party, while spend wisely. Gotta save up for sandals and sunscreen, right?
The LA-based mega lineup: Daedelus, Nosaj Thing and Jogger at Club 828
Three critically-acclaimed LA producers/electronic musicians play Asheville this Friday. (Read on for ticket giveaway info!)
This weekend on a shoestring
It’s that time again: Time to make weekend plans, get out and see live music, take in some art, check out a lecture. Lots of budget-friendly choices.
This weekend on a shoestring
A music-filled (hopefully not snow-filled) weekend is on the horizon with an eclectic range of offerings. A DJ-infused art opening, a free show at the UNCA Grotto, piano players, Gypsy jazz, AC/DC covers, one man bands and a group of teen rockers who have already held their own with Johnny Winter. And it’s all $5 or less.
This weekend on a shoestring
This is not just any weekend; this weekend brings both Mardi Gras and Valentine’s Day, so pace yourselves, people. Lots of budget-friendly shows here to help you do just that.
Love (and cake, and music, and burlesque) will keep us together
SoundTrack Web Extra: Saint Solitude
A review of Saint Solitude’s Journal of Retreat.
This weekend on a shoestring
More $5 and under events sure to keep you busy this weekend.