What do Vampire Weekend, Kevin Morby and Dr. Dog all have in common? They’re all on River Whyless drummer Alex McWalters’ ideal playlist for running in Western North Carolina.
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Look Homeward: The influence of Thomas Wolfe on River Whyless drummer Alex McWalters
We return with the latest iteration of “Look Homeward,” a recurring feature exploring the life, work and impact of Asheville author Thomas Wolfe on our area’s local writers, educators, historians and creatives.
Local bands reflect on the state of touring in a post-pandemic world
Many local musicians note the pandemic has had a lasting impact on the way tours unfold. Some point to concertgoers’ less predictable purchasing habits, while others in Asheville’s music scene say time away from travel have changed their perspectives about life on the road.
River Whyless captures creative sparks on new album
The Asheville-based indie/folk rockers discuss the numerous new approaches taken on their fourth LP.
EP review: ‘Daniel Shearin’
The five-song collection explores an intriguing and often unexpected palette of sonic textures.
Noteworthy local album releases
The past year has brought forth a bumper crop of superb albums in every genre from artists local (or with strong connections) to Asheville and the surrounding region.
New Year’s Eve events around WNC
There are countless ways to see out the old year and welcome the new one. Read on for parties, concerts, dances and more.
Album review: ‘Kindness, A Rebel’ by River Whyless
After taking listeners on the whirlwind musical trip that is Kindness, A Rebel, the group closes its set of 10 songs with “Mama, Take Your Time,” a return to the sound of River Whyless’ earlier work.
NPR journalist hosts Asheville discussion on city’s popularity
At a sold-out event in downtown Asheville, NPR journalist Michel Martin and local panelists reflect on what happens when your hometown gets hot.
In Photos: River Whyless with Shannon Whitworth at The Orange Peel
It was history in the making. It was an arrival. And it was probably also a departure because, as much as River Whyless is cut from and contributes to the fabric of Asheville’s music scene, this is a band that is no longer just local, just ours. The group has made its leap to the next level and it was a joy to watch them take flight.
River Whyless brings its ‘We All the Light’ tour home
Though their current tour includes a show at Las Vegas’ House of Blues and the revered Mountain Stage in West Virginia, the four musicians of River Whyless are most excited about their Orange Peel date.
River Whyless lets listeners in with new EP
“I feel like we’re ambassadors out there,” says singer and guitarist Ryan O’Keefe. “I love to say it on the microphone. The reaction is always like, ‘You’re from Asheville? I love Asheville!’”
Review: River Whyless at The Grey Eagle
If you enjoy three-part harmonies, talented violinists, drum kits with kitchen pots, a bass player who occasionally plays the harmonium and the kind of lead guitarist who weaves a feather between between his frets, I sincerely hope you were at the River Whyless show at The Grey Eagle on Saturday. (If not, the next best […]
This weekend on a shoestring
This weekend, learn survival skills, catch an author reading or enjoy a variety of live music. As always, Xpress brings you the best in low-cost weekend events.
This weekend on a shoestring
This weekend offers holiday craft fairs, fashion, film and lots of local music. As always, Xpress brings you the best in low-budget entertainment.
This weekend on a shoestring
This weekend offers film, hikes, live painting, local music and more. As always, Xpress highlights the best in entertainment on a budget.
Ben Sollee performs at Asheville Music Hall
Ben Sollee is not your typical pop singer. Aside from his genre-blurring songwriting — a folk-centric blend of Appalachian roots, soulful vocals and pop-friendly melodies — it’s not often you see a classically-trained cellist tapping and scraping his instrument to mimic hip-hop beats, plucking its strings like a guitar or covering Tom Waits tunes. Not to mention hauling the enormous instrument from show to show on a bicycle.
Xpress at South by Southwest
This year Xpress will be covering SXSW’s music week (and, specifically, Asheville bands, like River Whyless, pictured here) in Austin, Tex. Want to follow along? Click the MX SXSW link in the top left corner of our website. We’ll be there Wednesday-Saturday, March 14-17.
Video: River Whyless “Unfound Door”
The local indie folk outfit celebrated the release of its latest effort, A Stone, A Leaf, An Unfound Door on March 2 at The Grey Eagle. Xpress was there to bring you this footage of the performance.
This weekend on a shoestring
This weekend offers the chance to discover local music, indulge in local sweets, browse local artists and more. As always, we highlight a host of low-cost events to keep you entertained on a budget.
This weekend on a shoestring
Check out local music, classic foreign film, traditional farming demonstrations and more this weekend, all for less than the price of parking downtown. While you’re here, share your own budget-friendly events in the comments section below.
