Justin Townes Earle and Dawn Landes, despite the snowstorm. By Rich Orris.
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Donna the Buffalo at the Orange Peel
Videographer Jesse Hamm showcases Americana group Donna the Buffalo at the Orange Peel for Xpress.
Entertainment cancellations for this weekend
Updated for Saturday, Jan. 30: Due to snow forecasted locally (as well as storms in other parts of the country) a number of shows and events may be cancelled this weekend. Xpress will keep you up to date with the latest on closings as well as who’s still performing, serving, rocking and staying open.
This weekend on a shoestring
It’s that time again. Budget-friendly bands, benefits, openings, art, CD releases, soul food and a film screening… better make it a three day weekend.
SoundTrack Web Extra: Treadmill Trackstar, Andrew Larson
Reviews of the latest CDs from Treadmill Trackstar and Andrew Larson.
Classical music (no tuxedo required)
Where, outside of the symphony and local radio station WCQS, music fans can listen to classical music.
This weekend on a shoestring
It’s still January, but what with the warmer temps and glut of shows it feels like the year is really taking off. (As illustrated here by Moonlight Bride. Read on to see where they’re playing.) So much so that this edition of Shoestring gets a Thursday start and runs all weekend, with art openings, theatrical readings, a brewery anniversary and loads of budget-friendly music.
Calling all Idol worshippers
Now that the fabulous and talented Jesse Barry will be on the show, we’re looking for a team of American Idol fans to help us cover it this season.
Brother Joscephus and the Love Revival Revolution Orchestra at the Emerald Lounge
A story in photos of Brother Joscephus and the Love Revival Revolution Orchestra’s Thursday night performance at the Emerald Lounge.
Asheville’s American Idol contestant is on her way
The Jesse Barry sightings were few and far between on Wednesday night’s episode of American Idol. Still, friends and fans of the young songstress sat at Tressa’s Downtown Jazz and Blues nightclub with their eyes glued to the television screen. ***Update: Barry’s American Idol interview now online***
Happy weekend eve (here’s where to spend it)
If you plan to celebrate Friday by going out tonight, here are three shows worth considering.
Musician Jay Reatard found dead
Reatard recently played an Orange Peel show. This morning he was found dead in his home in Memphis.
Lewis at MoDaddy’s
A review in pictures of the local rock band’s recent show.
This weekend on a shoestring
Here’s your weekly roundup of what budget-friendly events (mostly music this time) are happening around the area. Know of other shows with a $5 or less cover charge? Add them in the comments section.
Asheville’s Idol
We’re not saying 17 year-old singer Jesse Barry is or isn’t a contestant on this season’s American Idol. We’re just saying tune in to FOX this Tuesday and Wednesday.
Friday’s musical summit
Suttree, Pilgrim and The Awful Decade play the Grey Eagle on Friday.
This weekend on a shoestring
Yes, it’s 2010. Shoestring begins its second year of budget-friendly weekend entertainment. Happily, there’s lots to choose from: Lounge singers, bluegrass, folk, rock and more.
This weekend on a shoestring
Reasons to go out post-New Year’s Eve festivities:
1) That whole “hair of the dog” theory.
2) It’s a new year and you should begin as you mean to continue (i.e. entertained)
3) Xpress’ Weekend on a Shoestring has a whole list of budget-friendly events ready for your perusal.
Happy 2010!
Where to spend New Year’s Eve
*NEW EVENTS ADDED!* Here’s our New Year’s Eve roundup for Asheville-area events.
Singer/songwriter Vic Chesnutt dies
Athens-based musician Vic Chesnutt (a frequent performer in Asheville) died on Christmas day.
Sneak preview of PULP, the Orange Peel’s new club
Orange Peel marketing director Liz Whalen gives Justin Perkins and Teal Brown of Toubab Krewe a sneak peak of the venue’s new members-only liquor bar, PULP. PULP will be open for the first time during Toubab Krewe’s two-night New Year’s Eve run (Dec. 30 to 31). Video by Jake Frankel for Mountain Xpress.
