An incredible show from the banjo maestro and a host of talented traditional African musicians, with photos from Barry Brandt.
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An incredible show from the banjo maestro and a host of talented traditional African musicians, with photos from Barry Brandt.
So, Asheville doesn’t have a massive parade and we don’t dye the French Broad River green to commemorate the occasion. But St. Patrick’s Day — the holiday celebrating (historically) a fifth-century Christian missionary in Ireland and (in contemporary culture) Irish heritage — still gets its due.
The Knoxville festival adds two Asheville bands to its mega lineup. Plus, Harvest Records snags Tim Hecker to play a pre-Big Ears show in Asheville.
Menya is a group of three 20-something New York University undergrads whose bubbly brand of electro-pop will boost your heart rate and drop your thoughts into the gutter quicker than you can say, well, Menya. Check them out for yourself Friday at Club 828.
No, the weekend doesn’t begin on Wednesday, but this week’s edition of Weekend on a Shoestring has a few budget-friendly early extras. Pace yourselves, people.
The singer/songwriter/harmonica player/hip-hop artist/bluesman in his own words, tweets, blog posts and videos.
Last night, Asheville pop rockers Electric Owls opened the first public show to a packed house at the new Lexington Avenue Brewery listening room.
According to reports, the Clay County-based recording artist took his own life on Saturday, March 6. He will be greatly missed.
By the time this weekend rolls around, we’ll be two weeks shy of Spring. I, for one, have been counting down the days ever since December 21, so T minus two weeks seems like reason to celebrate. On that note, here’s where to party, while spend wisely. Gotta save up for sandals and sunscreen, right?
Three critically-acclaimed LA producers/electronic musicians play Asheville this Friday. (Read on for ticket giveaway info!)
It’s that time again: Time to make weekend plans, get out and see live music, take in some art, check out a lecture. Lots of budget-friendly choices.
Ahleuchatistas’ Shane Perlowin releases his solo debut, The Vacancy in Every Verse. With video from a recent show.
It’s all about the music at Will Ray’s weekly pickin’ session.
A music-filled (hopefully not snow-filled) weekend is on the horizon with an eclectic range of offerings. A DJ-infused art opening, a free show at the UNCA Grotto, piano players, Gypsy jazz, AC/DC covers, one man bands and a group of teen rockers who have already held their own with Johnny Winter. And it’s all $5 or less.
Local bands / videographers: You have until Wednesday, Feb. 17, to get your submissions in for the super-fun annual Music Video Asheville event.
This is not just any weekend; this weekend brings both Mardi Gras and Valentine’s Day, so pace yourselves, people. Lots of budget-friendly shows here to help you do just that.
Videographer Jesse Hamm captures the band and the crowd on night two of YMSB’s Orange Peel run.
A review of Saint Solitude’s Journal of Retreat.
The genre-bending bluegrass rock outfit kicks off two nights at the Orange Peel tonight. Also on tap? Pre-parties sponsored by Starr Hill Brewery, at various downtown locations.
More $5 and under events sure to keep you busy this weekend.