Xpress readers who checked Clubland in this week’s issue may have wondered if they just went back in time, while those who read our movie reviews may have wondered if they’d slipped into a strange dimension where Matt Damon starred in a mediocre ‘80s nostalgia flick. They didn’t; we goofed up.
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This weekend on a shoestring
Let’s face it: Last weekend was cold and miserable, no time for getting out and having fun. This weekend promises sunny skies, so get out and enjoy these budget-friendly events while the weather holds. And while you’re here, check out Clubland for a complete list of weekend music.
Watch Jon Scales’ new video, “Muddy Vishnu”
In advance of the release of his album, Character Farm & Other Short Stories, local steel-pan player Jonathan Scales shows off a thoughtful and inspiring new video.
Bright Eyes delights Thomas Wolfe Auditorium
Streetstyle slideshow
This weekend, Asheville Streetstyle takes a look back through the past year. In photos, of course. And with musical accompaniment courtesy of local band Wages. Click through for the slideshow.
SoundTrack web extra: Mended Heart Compilation
Local indie-label Mended Heart Records recently released Band Together Compilation 2011 featuring 14 bands, and benefiting a charity.
SoundTrack web extra: Doc Aquatic at Grey Eagle
Psychedelic indie rock band Doc Aquatic recently opened for The Baker Family Band at the Grey Eagle, performing a varied and innovative set.
And then there was Bassnectar
Didn’t make it to last week’s sold-out Bass Center electroni-stravaganza at the Civic Center? Or wishing you could go again tonight? Here are some photos from photog Shaun Hollingsworth.
Los Amigos Invisibles play the Orange Peel tonight
And the band’s guitarist, DJ Afro, has a special Asheville-inspired track (listen here).
SoundTrack web extra: The Dark Shave
Local prog-rock trio The Dark Shave put on a highly experimental and energetic show, opening for Grammer School at Craggie Brewing last weekend.
If you’re so inclined…
Asheville-based musician Jar-e releases a video for “So Inclined” off his most recent album, Blood of the Summer.
We present for you: belated photos of Josh Ritter
Rich Orris took these last week. Enjoy ‘em.
Bringing the doom: Budos Band podcast
The Budos Band from Staten Island returns to the Grey Eagle on Wednesday, Feb. 23. Here, baritone saxophonist Jared Tankel talks to Xpress about the band’s influences, how they got on DapTone Records and why they don’t do collaborations with indie bands.
Double the fun: Harvest Records announces expansion
Local music lovers mark your calendars: Harvest Records announced today that it is taking over the space next door (the recently vacated Custom Boutique), and they’re throwing a party to celebrate.
Moogfest on the horizon with just-announced fest
Well, sort of. It’s closer than before, thanks to the Halfway to Moogfest weekend, featuring Atmosphere and Madlib, among others. Hells yes.
David Wax Museum at the LAB
Jesse Hamm got this footage at Monday night’s show.
Have a “Heartattack” with Lovett
The video, filmed in Asheville with lots of local cameos, is released today. Sazerac holds a party to celebrate.
Dr. Dog (and Seth Kauffman): Fun above all else
Anyone who’s seen Dr. Dog can attest to the fact that it’s one of the most infectious acts around, with an endlessly entertaining show that’s downright impossible to resist. The band’s set at The Orange Peel Tuesday was no exception, especially with Asheville’s own Seth Kauffman lending a hand on percussion.
Even more to do this weekend
Now that you’ve had a moment to peruse Smart Bets and This Weekend on a Shoestring and Clubland and this week’s features, you’re probably ready to plan your weekend. But wait! There’s more! And if you order in the next three minutes we’ll throw in this set of Ginsu knives! (Not really.) But you can check out Heather Luttrell (pictured) plus an art opening, a play and more.
SoundTrack web extra: New Weird Xmas
Yes, this three-song EP by Alligator Indian has “Xmas” in the title, but don’t let that weird you out. The experimental collection is perfect for any season.
“I feel pretty damn lucky”: Podcast with Josh Ritter
Singer/songwriter Josh Ritter, who returns to the Orange Peel on Tuesday, Feb. 15, talks to Xpress about doing what makes him happy, writing a novel, his thoughts on love songs and what it’s like to be on stage.