The Brooklyn-based garage-rock duo opened for Darwin Deez at The Grey Eagle last weekend, performing a high-energy set covering ‘60s influences from girl groups and dance crazes to surf guitar and garage rock. Photo from the band’s website.
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Bele Chere announces its 2013 lineup
The annual downtown street festival gears up for what may be its last year as a city-sponsored event. But even if that is the case, the three-day event is wrapping up more than 35 years with a memorable (and largely local and regional) roster of musical acts.
From homelessness to hope: UPDATE
Last year Xpress profiled Patrick Littlejohn, a formerly homeless composer who pulled himself out of poverty through music. He recently received a full scholarship to the Practical Schillinger School of Music.
Photos by Rich Orris.
SoundTrack web extra: Dosta
Asheville’s Alien Music Club releases a playful-dark exploration through jazz, pop and lyrics that project whimsy, acrimony, wit and oddity, funhouse-mirror style.
Five Questions with Grandchildren
The Philadelphia-based orchestral pop collective discusses sea changes, perfect eras and new album “Golden Age.” They’ll play Apothecary on Monday, June 17, 9 p.m.
Neverending story
Dawes talks about going indie, recording in Asheville and committing to the long haul. The band plays The Orange Peel with Shovels & Rope on Tuesday, June 11.
Vote for bands to play LAAFF and DigFest
Festival organizers are taking fan suggestions for the lineups. Top ranking local musical acts will compete in a battle of the bands for prizes that include slots at LAAFF and DigFest, and a multitrack performance recording.
SoundTrack web extra: Elijah Hooker
The local rock quintet releases its debut, self-titled album with two shows: at Emerald Lounge Friday, June 7 and at The Lab on Saturday, June 8. Photo by Carrie Turner.
Ticket giveaway: Black Moth Super Rainbow
Black Moth Super Rainbow is a psychedelic exercise in contradictions. It’s vocals are processed into a robotic hum, and it’s melodies emanate from a host of synthesizers well suited for a sci-fi soundtrack. Yet there’s something undeniably organic about the warm analog effects, a lingering humanity so buoyant it survives the unrelenting tide of mechanics.
RiverMusic launches
Mary Frances and The Dirty Classics kicked off this season’s concert series on Friday, May 24. Video by Jesse Hamm.
Smart Bet web extra: Waking September
The local quartet plays Emerald Lounge as part of a June 1 hard rock showcase.
Siren song
The inaugural Siren Mountain Jam is set for Friday and Saturday, June 21 and 22 at High Country Fairgrounds in Boone, N.C. Joan Osborne and Me’Shell Ndegeocello headline a roster than includes local and regional musicians.
Smart Bet web extra: Bring the Noise
Grey Eagle hosts a local noise-rock showcase on Thursday, May 30.
SoundTrack web extra: The Honeycutters
The local country/Americana band recently played a standout two-night run at Isis. Photos by Gabe Spencer.
Feast for the future on ‘Bob Moog Day’: Local restaurants raise funds for foundation
Today, May 23, a group of local restaurants are coming together to celebrate what would’ve been Bob Moog’s 79th birthday by donating a portion of sales to the Bob Moog Foundation.
Moog Music celebrates ‘Bob Moog Day’ with donation to local schools
Today, May 23, is Bob Moog Day in Asheville, honoring the legendary instrument inventor on what would’ve been his 79th birthday.
Smart Bets web extra: Leftover Salmon at Pisgah Brewing
The jam band plays a Memorial Day weekend show in Black Mounatin and Xpress will give away a pair of tickets to the event.
RiverMusic returns!
The monthly free summer music series kicks off this Friday and to sweeten the deal, free shuttle service is provided from downtown and the River Arts District. Photo of Mary Frances by David Oppenheimer.
Ten questions with DJ Equal
Asheville native Elliot Heller (aka DJ Equal) is based in New York City but returns to WNC on Friday, May 24 for a show at Club Tetrus. RBTS WIN also performs a DJ set as Brutal Wizards. In advance, Heller talks to us about his career, the New York scene, how he finds new music, and his travel tips.
Sound Check: Felice Brothers
Click through for a video interview with and exclusive performance by The Felice Brothers.
Acoustic Asheville: The Howlin’ Brothers
The Nashville-based roots trio played The Grey Eagle last weekend. They performed a version of “My Dog Can’t Bark” for Xpress.