The concert was part of a fundraiser event for local nonprofit MountainTrue, benefitting French Broad River conservation.
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The concert was part of a fundraiser event for local nonprofit MountainTrue, benefitting French Broad River conservation.
Lyric will open for iconic vocalist Mavis Staples at an upcoming benefit for MountainTrue. The Orange Peel hosts the show on Sunday, Nov. 13.
The festival, held May 9-12, features headliners Mavis Staples (pictured), Ozomatli, Peter Rowan Bluegrass Band, Oliver Mtukudzi & the Black Spirits and Abigail Washburn.
Divas Diana Ross and Mavis Staples play Harrah’s and UNC-Asheville, respectively.