The crowd was out in force for Asheville-based world-rock outfit Toubab Krewe’s Saturday night show. Jesse Hamm captured the band playing “Rooster.”
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Busk Break: Locust Honey perform “Chilly Winds”
Local old-time trio Locust Honey (Sarah Jamison on guitar, Chloe Edmonstone on fiddle and Ariel Dixon on banjo) perform in front of Kim’s Wigs in downtown Asheville.
The Glitch Mob podcast
Justin Boreta from L.A.-based The Glitch Mob talks about why the electronic trio loves playing Asheville, how the group chooses what to play live and what to automate, and how attitudes are changing when it comes to electronic versus analog music.
Busk Break: Matt Rivers performs “Here and Gone”
San Diego-based busker Matt Rivers performs his original tune “Here and Gone” in a doorway on Broadway St. in downtown Asheville.
SoundTrack web extra: Reverie
Longtime local folk singer-songwriter David Wilcox released a solo album late last year.
Bonnie Prince Billy to play Marshall
Well, if this don’t beat all. The creaky and emotive songwriter will play Marshall High Studios. Thanks to Harvest Records for making it happen.
SoundTrack web extra: Deep River show review
From retro cool to modern pop, Deep River plays classic country.
Busk Break: Locust Honey perform “Up Jumped Trouble”
Local old-time trio Sarah Jamison (guitar), Chloe Edmonstone (fiddle) and Ariel Dixon (banjo) performing as Locust Honey play the tune “Up Jumped Trouble” in front of Kim’s Wigs in downtown Asheville.
Josh Phillips Folk Festival plays “Morning Song”
For your holiday listening, an easy, breezy tune from the band’s recent Orange Peel show. Video by Jesse Hamm.
Shindig on the Green kicks off its 45th Year
Photos by Jerry Nelson, JourneyAmerica.org
Shindig on the Green kicked off its 2011 season Saturday night, to a huge crowd at Pack Square Park.
Busk Break: “America the Beautiful” performed by Roger Anderson
St. Augustine, FL,-based busker Roger Anderson performs this patriotic tune near the Iron sculpture in downtown Asheville.
My Side of the Mountain, Vol. X: Ben Sollee
We’re taking to the streets, forests and shops of Asheville to highlight the brightest in local music. And the best part? There’s no cover and you don’t have to leave the house!
This weekend on a shoestring
This holiday weekend offers outdoor festivals, music, theatre, art and more, all for a reasonable price. So throw on some flip flops, grab your American flag bandana and celebrate our nations independence with a bang. And don’t forget to check our Community Calendar for a complete schedule of holiday happenings.
SoundTrack web extra: Dave Desmelik
With an old-looking Guild guitar and a smattering of people sitting down drinking local microbrews, Dave Desmelik took the stage at the French Broad Brewery on a warm Thursday evening.
Live show review: Ben Sollee at The Orange Peel
Last Thursday Ben Sollee performed a stellar and unforgettable show at the Orange Peel. He’s currently touring in support of his new album Inclusions with his trio. Guests at the show included local musicians Casey Driessen and Jonathan Scales. Photos by Cameron Yeager.
Busk Break: Andrew Costantino performs “The Sun and the Moon”
Recent Asheville arrival Andrew Costantino performs his original song “The Sun and the Moon” near the Iron sculpture in downtown Asheville.
Busk Break: Kevin Murphy performs “Deja Vu”
Boston-based busker Kevin Murphy performs his original tune “Deja Vu” on Broadway Street in downtown Asheville.
Busk Break: The High Strung String Band perform “High Upon Blood Mountain”
The Athens, GA,-based High Strung String Band perform their original tune “High Upon Blood Mountain” in front of the Iron sculpture in downtown.
Bootsy Collins at the Orange Peel
Bootsy Collins’ Wednesday night Orange Peel show was more of a funk showcase than a “we’ve got another album” tour: Collins played everything from the absolute classics, like the star’s own anthem, “Ahh… The Name Is Bootsy, Baby,” to several covers, including Sly & the Family Stone’s defining “I Want to Take you Higher.”
Moby, Dan Deacon, Atlas Sound and more added to Moogfest lineup
The lineup for the second Moogfest, happening in Asheville the last weekend in October, got bigger today.
This weekend on a shoestring
Whether it rains or shines, we’ve got something to keep your weekend bright. And, as always, it’s all for a nominal fee. While you’re here, check out Clubland for a complete schedule of weekend music.