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Meet local band Jack9
The Americana group fronted by brothers James and John Humphries has a MoDaddy’s residency and other area shows in the works.
It was a blue night for a gray DTA5
Two local bluegrass faves warmed up the crowd at a gray and chilly Downtown After 5 on Friday, Sept. 16.
Europe is beautiful, wish you were here
Local musician Shane Perlowin is currently on solo tour in Europe. He sent a virtual post card to Xpress. Photos by Courtney Chappell.
Busk Break: Aaron Gunn and Trevor Grassi
Local buskers violinist Aaron Gunn (of Mister Gunn & The Pistol Packin’ Mamas and Blind Boy Chocolate & The Milk Sheiks) performs with accordionist Trevor Grassi (of Balkan Death Grip) across from the Haywood Park Hotel.
Joseph Arthur at the Grey Eagle
Scenes from the Wednesday, Sept. 14 show, including video by Jesse Hamm of Arthur’s live painting, and photos by Rich Orris.
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.
Busk Break: Jamar and Jake from The Fritz cover “(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay”
Asheville-based buskers Jamar Woods (accordion) and Jake O’Connor (bass)—both from local progressive funk band The Fritz—perform their version of Otis Redding’s 1967 hit song “(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay” in front of the Iron sculpture.
Moogfest adds three more bands
Neon Indian, Emancipator and Shahzad Ismaily are now on the schedule. Get acquainted with them here.
Busk Break: Jamar and Jake from The Fritz perform “Numerology”
Accordion player Jamar Woods and bassist Jake O’Connor from recently relocated progressive funk quintet The Fritz perform “Numerology” during a busking excursion next to the Iron sculpture in downtown Asheville.
Smart Bets web extra: Black Moth Super Rainbow
Pittsbugh’s experimental collective is back from hiatus, has a Halloween-themed album in the works and is playing the Grey Eagle this Friday.
Lucinda Williams to play benefit for Wild South at Pisgah
The last time she was here, she sold out the Orange Peel. Now she’ll play the outdoor stage at Pisgah Brewing, a benefit for Wild South.
Don’t forget: Joseph Arthur in Asheville tomorrow
Read on for details to win a pair of tickets to the Wednesday, Sept. 14 show at the Grey Eagle.
Busk Break: Lyle, Josh, Matthew and Eve
This quartet of performers had only recently started performing together when we captured this video of them busking on the streets of Asheville.
Generationals perform a secret show in Asheville
On Thursday, Sept. 8, Generationals from New Orleans stopped through town on the way to Hopscotch Music Festival. They played a surprise show at BoBo Gallery.
Busk Break: Madison J. Cripps presents “Sammy Minor, the Street Sweeper”
Local performance artist, comedian and puppeteer Madison J. Cripps performs his original marionette piece “Sammy Minor, the Street Sweeper.”
SoundTrack web extra: Vieux Farka Touré at The Orange Peel *UPDATED WITH VIDEO*
Malian guitarist Vieux Farka Touré‘s power trio put on a stunning show that included both African rhythms and some seriously psychedelic guitar riffs.
Busk Break: Bobby Sax
One of Asheville’s most established buskers, Robert “Bobby Sax” Hughes finally makes his Busk Break debut.
Vieux Farka Touré at the Orange Peel tonight
The Malian guitarist returns to Asheville, Sri Lankan-American songwriter Bhi Bhima opens and there’s a special ticket deal. Read on for that info.
Busk Break: Broken Lilacs perform “My Baby”
“It’s about Ocracoke and murder,” says Slim Suzy Lilac of the North Carolina-based duo Broken Lilacs, talking about their song “My Baby.”
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.