An incredible show from the banjo maestro and a host of talented traditional African musicians, with photos from Barry Brandt.
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Where to wear your green
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.
Villages and Ahleuchatistas headed to Big Ears
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.
Electro-pop alert: Menya will get you moving
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.
This weekend on a shoestring
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.
G. Love on G. Love
The singer/songwriter/harmonica player/hip-hop artist/bluesman in his own words, tweets, blog posts and videos.
Video: Electric Owls open first public show at Lexington Avenue Brewery
Last night, Asheville pop rockers Electric Owls opened the first public show to a packed house at the new Lexington Avenue Brewery listening room.
WNC musician Mark Linkous (of Sparklehorse) dies
According to reports, the Clay County-based recording artist took his own life on Saturday, March 6. He will be greatly missed.
This weekend on a shoestring
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?
The LA-based mega lineup: Daedelus, Nosaj Thing and Jogger at Club 828
Three critically-acclaimed LA producers/electronic musicians play Asheville this Friday. (Read on for ticket giveaway info!)
This weekend on a shoestring
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.
SoundTrack Web Extra: Ahleuchatistas
Ahleuchatistas’ Shane Perlowin releases his solo debut, The Vacancy in Every Verse. With video from a recent show.
Mountain Jam at the Feed & Seed
It’s all about the music at Will Ray’s weekly pickin’ session.
This weekend on a shoestring
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.
Hooray for music videos!
Local bands / videographers: You have until Wednesday, Feb. 17, to get your submissions in for the super-fun annual Music Video Asheville event.
This weekend on a shoestring
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.
Yonder Mountain String Band does “40 Miles From Denver”
Videographer Jesse Hamm captures the band and the crowd on night two of YMSB’s Orange Peel run.
Love (and cake, and music, and burlesque) will keep us together
SoundTrack Web Extra: Saint Solitude
A review of Saint Solitude’s Journal of Retreat.
Yonder Mountain String Band at the Orange Peel
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.
This weekend on a shoestring
More $5 and under events sure to keep you busy this weekend.