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Sep
28
Sat
Duffrey + Hullabalo0. Mindwipe, & Exiszt @ The Getaway River Bar
Sep 28 @ 6:00 pm – Sep 29 @ 2:00 am

Outdoor Stage | Powered by BASSBOSS | LED Wall | 21+ | 6PM-11PM

Indoor Stage | Powered by BASSBOSS | 11PM-2AM

$17 – $35

Ask Carol, Platitudes, Something Comforting, Ever After @ Sly Grog Lounge
Sep 28 @ 8:00 pm – Sep 29 @ 1:00 am
Ask Carol is an alternative indie-rock duo from Norway
Platitudes (artist formerly known as father figures).
Something Comforting is Boone Midwest Emo.
Ever After is AVL post rock.
$10 +
Carolina Band @ T Birds Weaverville
Sep 28 @ 9:00 pm – Sep 29 @ 12:00 am
Country DJ Night w/ DJ Duchess @ Eulogy
Sep 28 @ 9:00 pm – Sep 29 @ 1:00 am
FOR THE LOVE OF LEVON & LOWELL! @ One World Brewing - West
Sep 28 @ 9:00 pm – Sep 29 @ 12:00 am

a tribute to the music of THE BAND & LITTLE FEAT!

$10 cover

Raphael Graves Trio @ Shiloh & Gaines
Sep 28 @ 9:00 pm – Sep 29 @ 12:00 am

Join us for the Raphael Graves Trio at Shiloh & Gaines. Graves is the lead vocalist for LAZRLUVR (recently awarded #1 overall band in WNC in the MountainXPress). Trio show Featuring Scott Mills on Saxaphone & steel pedal guitar and Brad Curtioff on keys!!!

Shiloh & Gaines – Your neighborhood bar……no matter where you live.

Coffee ~ Spirits ~ Pool ~ Darts ~ Live Music ~ Dog Friendly ~ Karaoke ~ Open Mic Night & More! Find our music schedule and more at shilohandgaines.com

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Rickshaw Billie’s Burger Patrol / SunBearer @ Static Age-Records
Sep 28 @ 9:00 pm – Sep 29 @ 12:00 am

$15.00

with local doom stoners SUNBEARER

Swamptooth @ Jack Of The Wood
Sep 28 @ 9:00 pm – Sep 29 @ 12:00 am

Coupling a high-energy, relentless bluegrass sound with the steadfastness of professional, experienced troubadours, Swamptooth plants one foot firmly in the traditions of bluegrass, keeping a uniquely Southern string sound close to their hearts while bravely progressing the genre beyond its boundaries. $10 cover

The Darkside Experience – Echoes of Pink Floyd @ Asheville Music Hall
Sep 28 @ 9:00 pm – Sep 29 @ 12:00 am

ADV $20 DOS $25 // 21+

The TrtMnt @ Sovereign Kava
Sep 28 @ 9:00 pm – Sep 29 @ 12:00 am
Yesterdays Clothes // Paprika // Hotel Hugo @ Fleetwood's
Sep 28 @ 9:00 pm – Sep 29 @ 1:00 am

A great night of music from indie rock darlings Yesterdays Clothes , Paprika and Hotel Hugo (Charleston) $10

Sgt Splendor @ The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall
Sep 28 @ 10:00 pm – Sep 29 @ 1:00 am

Suggested $5-$10 Donation @ The Door // 21+

Sep
29
Sun
WTF Music Festival – Celebrating Women in Music @ Salvage Station
Sep 29 all-day

WTF Music Festival is coming to Salvage Station on Sunday, September 29th, 2024! Doors open at 12:00PM and the music starts at 1:00PM. This is a General Admission, all-ages show. Root Down will be serving their delicious twist on Southern Soul Food PLUS we will have our FULL bar open for you to enjoy! LARGE EVENT PARKING

$15 STUDENT / $20 ADV / $25 DOS Event Details and Tickets

WTF is a music festival dedicated to celebrating Women. We are also committed to supporting Trans women, and those who identify as non-binary. We aim to be a spotlight for these musicians, songwriters, sound engineers, and other music industry professionals as well as highlighting businesses and nonprofits that serve and support them. The primary goal of WTF is to shed light on the inequalities that exist in the music industry, and to work towards change.

 

Sunday Day Brunch w/Hope Griffin @ Isa's Bistro
Sep 29 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Folk/Americana/Singer-Songwriter. Hope continues to wow audiences and stretch the musical boundaries by switching from soulful ballads to high-energy blues with ease.

Asheville’s Goombay Festival 2024 @ Pack Square Park
Sep 29 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
The Goombay Festival was created in 1982 to celebrate the richness and diversity of the African diaspora and Asheville’s African American community.
The YMI Cultural Center is proud to be the host of this weekend festival attracting thousands to downtown Asheville each year. This FREE, family event connects community, and showcases Black culture, art, food and entertainment.
Sunday, September 29, 2024
11AM – 6PM
11AM – Honor Ceremony
2 PM – DJ Big Wave
1 PM – DJ Atreau
2PM – Afolabi Adebanjo
3PM – Song Band
5PM – Honor Ceremony
Live Music with Billy Litz @ Auction House Food Hall Fletcher
Sep 29 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Billy Litz (Kid Billy) is an Asheville, NC based multi-instrumentalist and singer with a lust for song-writing who has been called “…. A prolific tunesmith…Blessed with a distinctive lead voice — high, thick, suitably retro.

Swanny, Crowe & The Monk @ Foundation Studios RAD
Sep 29 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

blues, funk, rock, country, and psychedelic jams

Songwriter Circle @ White Horse Black Mountain
Sep 29 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Calling all acoustic songwriters!

Appalachian Renegades @ Highland Brewing Company
Sep 29 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Appalachian Rock

Chris Wilhelm @ Burntshirt Vineyards Tasting Room & Bistro Chimney Rock
Sep 29 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Americana, folk rock originals that are infectious and insightful, and sprinkles in covers too.

Pan Harmonia presents: Dances in Nature – flute and harp @ First Presbyterian Church Asheville NC
Sep 29 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

We are excited to open Season 25!
Join flutist Kate Steinbeck and harpist Jessica Schaeffer for mystical dances and haunting melodies by Leonard Bernstein, Alan Hovhaness and Carl Nielsen along with tunes inspired by ocean creatures, waltzes, boleros and salsa.
Donation-based; pay-as-you-can click here

Dirty Dead @ The Grey Eagle Outpost at Asheville Adventure Company
Sep 29 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Asheville, NC based gritty, funky Grateful Dead tribute band. Energy level: cosmic.

Free Show

Member Irish Session Social @ White Horse Black Mountain
Sep 29 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Members Only

Omar Ruiz-Lopez & Friends @ Cork & Keg
Sep 29 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

4 piece band with a twist on Old Time/ Bluegrass

$8.00/2 for $15.00 at the door

Smooth Goose @ FBO at Hominy Creek
Sep 29 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

“Smooth Goose is Asheville’s premiere country funk quartet. Flying high after their mega-successful original rock opera, HappyLand, Smooth Goose is poised to dominate the WNC countryfunk/musical theatre landscape. Come join the flock!”

The Rough & Tumble w/ 5J Barrow @ Olivette Riverside Pavilion
Sep 29 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

THE ROUGH & TUMBLE with 5jBarrow

September 29 | 4 PM
Riverside Pavilion at Olivette in Asheville, NC
$25 – Kids are free!

French Broad Playboys @ Antler Village and Winery @ Biltmore
Sep 29 @ 4:30 pm – 8:15 pm

Western Swing

Live After Five invites you to dance with live jazz and pop bands. Your visit to Antler Hill Village & Winery is included in Biltmore admission. Passholders can bring friends to Antler Hill Village for free after 5:00 p.m. 

Gypsy Jazz with Hot Club of Asheville @ The Asheville Club
Sep 29 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Rick Hornyak & the Highway Companions @ Nachos & Beer Reynolds
Sep 29 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The Hawk Trio @ Turgua Brewing Fairview
Sep 29 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
The Hawk Trio. Jazz, Funk & who knows?
It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere @ Hemingway's Cuba at The Cambria Hotel Rooftop
Sep 29 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Tropical Sundays

Peter DiStefano + Mike Baggetta @ Little Jumbo
Sep 29 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Expect improvised #PunkJazz music for 2 electric guitars, electronics and maybe some vocals.

Sage Christie @ Blue Mountain Pizza Weaverville
Sep 29 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Coral Moons with Aunt Vicki & Lurky Skunk @ Asheville Music Hall
Sep 29 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Indie pop band, Coral Moons will be joined by Asheville indie rock band, Aunt Vicki and anti folk/ folk punk band, Lurky Skunk for this show!

ADV: $12 | DOS: $15 // 21+

JD McPherson w/sg Kate Clover @ The Grey Eagle
Sep 29 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Sep
30
Mon
Live Jazz Mondays: Justin Ray @ Little Jumbo
Sep 30 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Celebrate with Asheville’s most sophisticated musical ambassador!

 

Gangstagrass @ The Orange Peel
Sep 30 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Quarters of Change with The Hails @ Eulogy
Sep 30 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Oct
1
Tue
Aphex Twin Album Listening Party @ Static Age-Records
Oct 1 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Old-time Jam @ Turgua Brewing Fairview
Oct 1 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Mannequin Pussy w/ Margaritas Podridas @ The Grey Eagle
Oct 1 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

DAY OF: $28.00
ADVANCED: $25.00

THE HIVES w/ Bad Nerves @ The Orange Peel
Oct 1 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
The Jesus Casino with Small Doses and My Gal Monday @ Eulogy
Oct 1 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Oct
2
Wed
1PM Music at Terra Nova Beer Co
Oct 2 all-day
Ray LaMontagne & Gregory Alan Isakov @ Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
Oct 2 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas @ White Horse Black Mountain
Oct 2 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

$27.00 ADV / $30.00 DOS

BROOKS NIELSEN @ The Orange Peel
Oct 2 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
CARRTOONS with Datsunn @ Asheville Music Hall
Oct 2 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

ADV $18 / DOS $20 // 21+

M. Ward w/ Folk Bitch Trio @ The Grey Eagle
Oct 2 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
ToneWorthy Presents: Upon a Burning Body with Bleedseason & Dark Hand @ Eulogy
Oct 2 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Joyer / Dish / State Park Ranger / Shining Abyss @ Static Age-Records
Oct 2 @ 8:30 pm – Oct 3 @ 12:30 am

JOYER – indie slowcore bedroom pop from NY, NY.

w/ STATE PARK RANGER, DISH, and SHINING ABYSS

$10

Yas, Queen, Let’s Sing! Drag Karaoke @ The Burger Bar
Oct 2 @ 9:00 pm – Oct 3 @ 1:00 am
Sternberg/Asher Group @ The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall
Oct 2 @ 10:00 pm – Oct 3 @ 1:00 am

Suggested $5-$10 Donation @ The Door // 21+

Oct
3
Thu
Jody Carroll & Dan Johnston @ White Horse Black Mountain
Oct 3 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Jody Carroll will be playing on our patio today at 4:00pm with his friend and special guest, Dan Johnston.
Live music = community.
Thank you to Jody and Dan for the gift of music for the people.
Thank you to the family of White Horse musicians who are motivated to share their talent on the patio in the coming days and weeks. There will be more.
Lost Cat Live @ The Burger Bar
Oct 3 @ 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Scuzz Folk from Brevard, NC featuring Tony Carollo

Oct
4
Fri
Open Jam @ The Green Room
Oct 4 @ 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Daniel Shearin of River Whyless @ Cellarest Beer Project
Oct 4 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

donation hub – give or take……charge your phone

Live Music with Eric Congdon @ Oklawaha Brewing Company Hendersonville
Oct 4 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Virtuoso musician Eric Congdon is one of Western North Carolinas  most engaging and popular artists.  Voted #1 Guitarist in Mountain XPress, his amazing musicianship always thrills audiences no matter what he’s playing. 

Quickchester @ Mills River Brewing Co.
Oct 4 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
QuickChester Band plays a variety of deep cuts and originals, with a focus on vocal harmonies influenced by Classic Rock and Folk from the 1960s and 70s.
B-Town Live Helene Disaster Relief Benefit @ 185 King Street Brevard
Oct 4 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Jeff Sipe rounded up the troops for a night of music to raise funds for Helene Relief. This show will also be broadcast live on WSQL 102.1 We are working with our local Government to be sure funds get to those who need them now. There will be a silent auction as well. Suggested donation for entry is $20. All proceeds from the door, the silent auction and 10% of proceeds from the bar/restaurant will be going towards Hurricane relief.
If you would like to donate something for the silent auction please reach out to Nonnie at nonniecullipher@gmail.com.
We will see you there.
Live Music with Ben Balmer @ MUDPUPPIES Sports and Sushi Bar Arden
Oct 4 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Ben Balmer, Blues and Soul Guitarist, takes the Mudpuppies Stage on Friday.

Enjoy Margarita Madness, $7 Margaritas ALL DAY, and let the tunes take you away.
All ages.
No Cover.

We showcase some of the top sporting events and serve the area’s best sushi, including sushi rolls, sashimi, and Nigiri. But that’s not all; we also offer the best smash burgers, wings, and upscale bar food in the area. Our weekly specials and events include live music performances at least once a week, open mic, karaoke and team trivia nights that always bring fun and laughter.  mudpuppiesavl.com/

 

 

Oct
5
Sat
Acklen Walker @ Rocky's Hot Chicken Shack Sweeten Creek
Oct 5 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Saturday Afternoon Helene Relief Community Fundraiser @ Oskar Blues Brevard
Oct 5 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

We are doing a fundraiser on Saturday afternoon with live music with @highflyingcriminals benefitting @sharinghouse_brevard and @transylvaniacohungercoalition

We will post the needs of both organizations if anyone wishes to drop off donations directly at the event to them.

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❤️ Also, if you are feeling generous there is another great flood relief fundraiser happening on Friday night with our friends at @185kingstreet

DETECTIVE BLIND @ Oklawaha Brewing Company Hendersonville
Oct 5 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

We are going to be playing in Hendersonville this Saturday to raise money for WNC hurricane relief during these difficult times. All of the proceeds will be donated to places in need of food, supplies, and restoration. We are so grateful to be apart of such a loving community even after disaster. Come listen to some live music if you’re able and support by giving for hurricane relief.

@detectiveblind_ 3 sister indie-rock band

Grass Is Back @ Fletcher Feed and Seed
Oct 5 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Feed & Seed, in Fletcher, will be distributing water and coffee as well as accepting donations from 2 to 4 PM. LIVE MUSIC!
Please bring water, non-perishable food, baby products and dog/cat food to the rear entrance at 3715 Hendersonville Rd, Fletcher, NC 28732. All donations will go direct to authorized county distribution centers.
More Info-Phone/Text: Will Springer 828-243-1091
Helene Benefit @ The White Rabbit
Oct 5 @ 2:00 pm – 7:30 pm

We are hosting a benefit on Saturday with live music (house and disco w/ live guitar, maybe an Interstellar Noise originals set thrown in there too). We’ll be giving out nonperishable food, tons of water and other hydrating drinks, etc. Please bring anything you want to donate and please take anything and everything you need. Event will be free to all but we’ll be accepting donations for local relief. That includes cash, food, water, supplies, etc.

Madelyn Ilana @ Yalla Food Truck at LaZoom
Oct 5 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Madelyn Ilana is an Asheville-based Singer/Songwriter, Violinist, and Healing Arts Practitioner. Inspired by liminality, Madelyn Ilana calls her music “Dream Folk”. As a violinist with a classical background and a love for fingerstyle guitar playing, Madelyn’s music is spacious, dreamy, impressionistic, reverently spiritual, and deeply emotional.

Ryan Furstenberg @ Beradu - Specialty Market, Kitchen & Bar Black Mountain
Oct 5 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
ALR Trio Live @ Mills River Brewing Co.
Oct 5 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

The ALR Trio will be bringing their blues and rock songs to the Mills River stage.

Perry Wing Band @ The Joint Next Door Fairview
Oct 5 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

acoustic appalachia, americana roots

Super Jam Benefit for Sweet Relief Musicians Fund @ One World Brewing - West
Oct 5 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Join us for an incredible night of music and community as we come together to support the Sweet Relief Musicians Fund, a nonprofit that provides financial assistance to musicians and music industry workers in need.
Event Highlights:
🎸 Super Jam Lineup:
• Josh Daniel – Renowned for his captivating Americana
sound and heartfelt performances.
• Mark Schimick – Virtuoso mandolin player, blending
bluegrass and jam styles.
• Jeremy Shaw – Exceptional multi-instrumentalist known for
bringing energy and creativity to every stage.
• Jeff Sipe – Legendary drummer with a background in jazz,
rock, and jam band scenes.
This special jam session brings together these talented musicians for a night of improvisation, collaboration, and musical magic you won’t want to miss!
Daycrawlers will open up the night. Daycrawlers are a 5 piece Alt-Country/Americana band from Raleigh, NC.
$12 Pre-Sale/$15 DOS
Oct
6
Sun
The Drayton Experience @ Mellow Mushroom Downtown
Oct 6 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

violinist/crooner Drayton Aldridge joined by Dan Keller on guitar.

Gang Beef Entertainment Open Mic @ Sly Grog Lounge
Oct 6 @ 2:00 pm – 6:30 pm
This Sunday from 2 PM to 6:30 PM we are at SLY GROG setting up our open mic, vendors, possible food trucks, fire/ spinners/performance artists, AS WELL AS information exchanges, supply drop and exchanges, clothing giveaways.
The Gangbeef/Sly Grog Super Sweet Open Mic Experience Extravaganza! @ Sly Grog Lounge
Oct 6 @ 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
A hurricane has wrecked our community and it us up to all of us to support one another to rebuild, survive, thrive, and deep dive into some music, entertainment and a general oasis away from the hell we just found ourselves in.
We will have:::: Info exchanges, gas exchanges, supply drop offs, water pickup and drop off (potable and non), clothing exchanges and drop offs, vendors, performers, dancers, and a general sense of well being. Let us share these things with you.

Open decks for DJ’s are available as well! (Limited slots available)
This is not only for rappers and singer/songwriters!

All performances are welcome!
Please email Gangbeefent@gmail.com for open mic slot signups, vendor spaces, and other inquiries.
Aditi & Jay w/ The Sethi-Brown band @ White Horse Black Mountain
Oct 6 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Check out the angelic and rootsy duo, Aditi Sethi and Jay Brown with The Sethi-Brown band, bringing golden oldies, performed by their sweet family band, ages 5 to 40+.

Oct
7
Mon
David LaMotte @ White Horse Black Mountain
Oct 7 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Charm, stories, humor, insightful songs, sweet voice, and dazzling guitar ability.” ~ BBC Radio Belfast

 

Ashley Heath’s Birthday Jam @ Town Pump Tavern Black Mountain
Oct 7 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Oct
8
Tue
Golden Folk AVL @ Terra Nova Beer Co
Oct 8 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Oct
9
Wed
Irish Music Session @ White Horse Black Mountain
Oct 9 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
In true pub fashion, White Horse Black Mountain hosts a traditional Irish-style session

 

Jazz Night with Jason DeCristofaro & Friends @ Southern Appalachian Brewery Hendersonville
Oct 9 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Join us for a special Jazz Night with Jason DeCristofaro & Friends.
Line-up includes performances by:
– Micah Thomas Trio
– Ruth Cooney and Jason DeCristofaro
– Bob Strain
– Lisa Markovits Quartet
– Dan Keller Quartet
After each of these artists does a mini set of a few songs, there will be a jazz jam.
The musicians will be donating all tips to MANNA FoodBank.
Oct
10
Thu
POSTPONED | Cimafunk & The Tribe w/sg The JLloyd Mashup ft. Isaac Hadden & Marcus White @ Sierra Nevada Mills River
Oct 10 all-day

Thursday, October 10 | 7pm Show |

Cimafunk is a two-time Grammy-nominated, Afro-Cuban Rockstar tearing up stages across the globe with his 9-piece band from Havana, the Tribe. His name refers to the essence of his music, which aims to subvert classical Cuban rhythms with innovative mixes of funk and AfroCuban.

Cimafunk and the Tribe’s live show is a celebration of groove and an unforgettable sonic and bodily experience, forcing out-of-body experiences for crowds at Austin City Limits, Bonnaroo, BottleRock, Glastonbury, New Orleans Jazz, Newport Jazz, Montreal Jazz, Paleo, Roskilde, Summer Sonic and hundreds of other festivals around the world.

The view from our tree-lined brewery is something special no matter the season. Cool down in the Taproom with a farm-fresh salad and small plates, or soak in the sun on our Back Porch with a beer and a snack. Check out our upcoming events and more! click here

 

The Asheville Jazz Refugees @ White Horse Black Mountain
Oct 10 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
The Junior Ranger Band @ Mills River Brewing Co.
Oct 10 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
SOLD OUT | “The Falcon Phour” @ Stoplight Concert Series.
Oct 10 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Please join us this Thursday night, October 10th as we welcome “The Falcon Phour”. Many in the live music community have spent countless Thursday nights with some of these these wonderful musicians over the years. First when they had their weekly residency as @thelumpyheads down at the One Stop, and more recently over in west Asheville where they’ve been doing their thing as @feefiphauxfish for the last few months.

As always, the Stoplight will provide snacks & drinks. All that we ask of you is to show up ready for a good time, and if you can spare it a few bucks to throw at the band.

Space is limited so please rsvp with me either here or via text at (630) 258-0635. Once you confirm your attendance I will pass along the pertinent details. We hope you can join us. Please help spread the word to our peoples. Love & light to you all!  – @ratdogfreak

Oct
11
Fri
POSTPONED | Saxsquatch @ Eulogy
Oct 11 all-day

Friday, October 11th, 2024 || Doors 7PM || Show 8PM || $24.80 adv. Event Details and Tickets

Saxsquatch is a 7’ tall multi-instrumentalist, producer, and electronic music artist from North Carolina.

Saxsquatch’s live show is a mind bending experience showcasing his music production, stage plot, and saxophone skills over original music, remixes, and crowd participation. His dream of creating the “Bigfoot Rave” tour came to fruition in 2024, adding a laser show to an already dynamic set. Well received across the United States and selling out major markets, the search for this cryptid won’t be hard. You can find him on tour or at major festivals across the world.

Showcasing his spell binding stage presence, he has been aguest on Jimmy Fallon’s “That’s My Jam!’ and Tosh.0 and has shared the stage with Tedeschi Trucks Band, Goldfish, Andy Frasco, Here Come the Mummies, Sam Bush, and Pigeons Playing Ping Pong.

 

Adama and Les Amis @ Citizen Vinyl Pop Up
Oct 11 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Adama & Les Amis plays rhythms and songs from Ivory Coast & West Africa. This is an all ages event for families, children and adults to dance to the sounds of Les Amis!

 

Live Music at the Taproom with Beer & Loathing @ Appalachian Mountain Brewery - Mills River
Oct 11 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Beer and Loathing is an acoustic duo comprised of song writer Johnny Blackwell and Cole Laughter. Beer and Loathing is bringing their blend of rock n’ roll and honky tonk to Mills River. A free show you don’t want to miss!

With an extensive selection of Beer, Cider, Seltzer, & Hard Sweet Tea on Tap, our Mills River location also offers a full liquor bar, cocktail list, wines and non-alcoholic options plus a full kitchen! See what’s on tap and more at amb.beer/mills-river

 

 

 

 

Autumnwüd @ Laurel Green Park Hendersonville
Oct 11 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Expect a electric mix of covers & originals, unique acoustic arrangements and beautiful harmonies.
Eric Congdon: Bouzouki, Mandolin, Guitar & Vocals
Hope Griffin: Vocals & Acoustic Guitar
Kate Leigh Bryant: Violin & Vocals
Zack Page: Upright Bass

 

Roots & Dore @ The Wagworld Pub & Event Center Fletcher
Oct 11 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Riyen Roots and Kenny Dore are keeping the blues alive..One show at a time!!
Blues Soul Roots Music From The Carolina Mountains

 

Open Decks @ Sly Grog Lounge
Oct 11 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Rock While Rome Burns @ Auction House Food Hall Fletcher
Oct 11 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

power trio, rock and roll

Holler Choir @ Mills River Brewing Co.
Oct 11 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Clint Roberts is the founder and lead singer of Holler Choir, a string band known for their tight harmonies and heartfelt songs. With their blend of folk, bluegrass, and Americana influences, Holler Choir is turning heads quickly in the roots music scene.

Lyric LIVE! (full band show) @ Silverados Black Mountain
Oct 11 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Soul, R&B, Funk, and even a little Hip-Hop. They are a Western North Carolina favorite and holds several Mountain Xpress “best of” awards including, but not limited to: best funk band, best vocalist, best lyricist, best r&b/soul, best singer-songwriter, all around favorite band and band that gives back to the community.

 

The ALR Trio @ Mudpuppies Sports Bar & Grill Arden
Oct 11 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
blues-rock and roll
The Appalachian Heartstrings @ Owen Theater Mars Hill
Oct 11 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
🚨 PROCEEDS GO TO STORM RELIEF 🚨
Help us donate to the ongoing recovery and relief efforts from Hurricane Helene!

Join us THIS WEEKEND for two exciting performances with Appalachian Heartstrings, featuring both classic old-time mountain music infused with contemporary folk and Americana. Hailing from Madison County, NC, Appalachian Heartstrings has been captivating audiences since 2019. With their predominantly female harmonies and wide instrumentation, they shed a new light on the old-time genre. You won’t want to miss this!

🗓️ Show Dates:
Friday, October 11th at 7:30 PM
Saturday, October 12th at 7:30 PM

📍 Location: The Owen Theatre, 44 College St, Mars
Hill, NC

Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic of
their music live! Grab your tickets now and support
local talent! 🎟️ sartplays.ludus.com

Commodore Fox Band @ Wild Wing Cafe South
Oct 11 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Asheville’s tried and true blue cover band. No cover.

Oct
12
Sat
Cast Iron Bluegrass @ ArtSpace Charter Scholl Swannanoa
Oct 12 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

A cast of the area’s finest picker with some fine drivin’ bluegrass. Hope to see you there!

Curbside Songathon @ Citizen Vinyl
Oct 12 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Citizen Vinyl is having a Community Support Curbside Pop-up tomorrow with DELICIOUS free food by @baileycooks, free supplies, free water, and a full lineup of local songwriters.

@stephenevansmusic @i_amvirtuous @riyenroots @loulyp @planefolk @matmastersquatch @janglingsparrow & more … led by @ryan.the.glass

POSTPONED | Appalachia Day @ Hickory Nut Gap Fairview
Oct 12 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Join friends to celebrate Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy’s 50th year conserving land and water in the Appalachian Mountains – at Appalachia Day on Saturday, Oct. 12 at Hickory Nut Gap Farm in Fairview, NC.
Come celebrate what you love about our mountain home. There will be food trucks on site, live music, a craft village market, a raffle and more farm fun for the whole family! Appalachia Day invites attendees to immerse themselves in the essence of Appalachia with an array of engaging activities. You can take the kids on a hayride or pony ride (operating hours are from 11:00 – 4:00).
Live Music: Old Charlotte Highwaymen will play the first set starting at 12, followed by The Lucky Buckeyes, then Dan Shearin beginning at 3:30.
Jim & Jack – Jack Miller and Jim Greene @ Mills River Brewing Co.
Oct 12 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm