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Around Town: Wreath-making workshop focuses on Appalachian folklore, yuletide celebrations
The Swannanoa Valley Museum and History Center presents a wreath-making workshop focused on Appalachian traditions. Plus, Citizen Vinyl explores classic Isaac Hayes album, the African American Heritage Trail takes shape, and the Candlelight Stroll returns to downtown Weaverville.
Spaceman Jones launches ‘Smoke Break’ video podcast from quarantine
“I’d been looking at how to expand what I do, because I’m always bugged by ideas,” says Davaion Bristol. Launching “Smoke Break” as a video podcast “gave me another outlet to express myself, to connect with people.”
Valentine’s Day happenings in and around Asheville
Asheville’s newest Valentine’s Day soirée doesn’t quite embody traditional romance.
Album review: ‘Southern Exposure’ by Spaceman Jones
The record is a cohesive collection that bears the distinctive musical fingerprints of its creator.
Spaceman Jones and The Motherships share Vol. 3 at The Mothlight
The prolific Asheville hip-hop duo celebrates its latest collaboration with an April 12 show at The Mothlight.
Smart Bets: Sk, the Novelist & Friends
The Asheville MC along with Musashi Xero, Mike L!VE, Spaceman Jones, Herb da Wizard and P.T.P play The Mothlight on March 14.
Spaceman Jones & The Motherships launch a second EP
The duo’s approach to live performance is adapting to this less-is-more philosophy. “We’ve learned that features don’t really work — it’s enough with just [Davaion Bristol] and me,” Cliff Worsham says.
Asheville rappers Po’folk and Spaceman Jones battle at Sol Bar
Larry “Po’folk” Williams discusses his musical journey and the significance of going head-to-head with an MC he greatly respects.
Local music videos by TEYG and Spaceman Jones & the Motherships
These art works ask us to think about the hardships our neighbors face and the disparities that Asheville’s white residents can easily ignore.
RBTS WIN and Spaceman Jones collaborate on a timely EP
Drawing from the approach of classic hip-hop producers such as Pete Rock, Diamond D and Large Professor, Worsham’s beats resonated with Bristol’s attitude toward rapping.
Smart bets: Lingua Franca
Lucianna Ania and Spaceman Jones will join Lingua Franca at The Mothlight on Saturday, May 6.
For the Love of Music gives back to the community
The show, featuring more than 20 acts and benefiting local nonprofit Bounty & Soul, takes place at UpCountry Brewing Co. on Friday, Feb. 17.
Mountain Soul Party shines a spotlight on local artists
The event, now in its second year, showcases Asheville’s soul musicians. The production takes place at Isis Restaurant & Music Hall on Friday, Jan. 13.
Spaceman Jones and Chachillie release a collaborative EP
The soul-searching and beat-savvy four-song collection came out of four- or five-day writing and recording session. Spaceman Jones and Chachillie perform a show at The Odditorium on Saturday, Jan. 21.