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Nov
12
Tue
Greetings Fellow Music Lovers
Nov 12 all-day

We hope you enjoy our guide to the Asheville area’s dynamic music scene.

If we somehow help to brighten up your day, please consider a $5 donation to help support our efforts in providing the area’s most complete local music calendar.

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Music Venues, Bands & Promoters – Try This
Nov 12 all-day

1) Perform an internet search for the key words that music loving visitors use, i.e. “Asheville live music” or “live music Asheville”. See which site populates.

2) Promote your gigs on that site.

Hope That Helps!!!

P.S. (Ask about the discounted “Recovery Rates” for our LOOK HERE featured listings available through December!)

 

Open Mic w/Hamza @ The Social
Nov 12 @ 7:00 pm – Nov 13 @ 12:00 am
Booty Tuesday @ Shakey's Dive Bar
Nov 12 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 13 @ 2:00 am
Imperial Nights @ Imperial
Nov 12 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 13 @ 12:00 am

Come on out and enjoy some music with our house DJ. Til 1am on Friday & Saturday

Tuesday Night Funk Jam @ Asheville Music Hall
Nov 12 @ 10:00 pm – Nov 13 @ 1:00 am
$10 Suggested Donation at the Door (Cash or Venmo accepted, think tip jar, goes 100% to musicians!)
Uncle Lenny’s Krazy Karaoke @ The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall
Nov 12 @ 10:00 pm – Nov 13 @ 1:00 am
Nov
13
Wed
Greetings Fellow Music Lovers
Nov 13 all-day

We hope you enjoy our guide to the Asheville area’s dynamic music scene.

If we somehow help to brighten up your day, please consider a $5 donation to help support our efforts in providing the area’s most complete local music calendar.

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Last 4 digits – 3383

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Nate Smith and King Garbage – Live in High Gravity @ Sierra Nevada Mills River
Nov 13 all-day

Wednesday, November 13 | 7pm Show |

Nate Smith, a modern day legend on the drums, will be joined by Jason Lindner and Tim Lefabvre in the High Gravity Room. Nate Smith is a drummer, composer, & producer from Chesapeake, Virginia. His visceral, instinctive, and deep-rooted style of drumming has led to three GRAMMY® nominations and work with esteemed artists, including: Pat Metheny, Dave Holland, Brittany Howard, Van Hunt, The Fearless Flyers, Norah Jones, and Somi. Smith fuses his original compositions with an eclectic mix of music, including everything from jazz to R&B to hip-hop to pop.

King Garbage is the result of a 16-year friendship and collaboration between Zach Cooper and Vic Dimotsis. As Grammy- Nominated Producers, KG channel classic soul music through a funky lens on their acclaimed debut album Make it Sweat and production collaborations with The Weeknd, SZA, Travis Scott, Ellie Goulding, Ricky Reed, and Jon Batiste. 

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

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Irish Session @ White Horse Black Mountain
Nov 13 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

In true pub fashion, White Horse Black Mountain hosts a traditional Irish-style session

Jack’s Old-Time Jam @ Jack Of The Wood
Nov 13 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Hey y’all! Come grab some dinner & a pint and enjoy some of our best local musicians playing at our long-running old-time jam! 5-9pm every Wednesday @jackofthewood 🎻🪕🍔🍺 $1.00 off all Jameson, too! 🥃

Jack Of The Wood is still a downtown hot spot for food, brews and drink since 1997 and founders Joan and Joe Eckert who still own it, have maintained the original lively English and Irish vibe. The old-time mountain and Irish music jams continue, including a hot bluegrass jam Thursdays and brunch every Sunday. The venue extends a welcoming feeling to regulars and newcomers to this day. https://jackofthewood.com/

Wednesday Bluegrass/Old Time Jam @ Riverside Rhapsody Brewing
Nov 13 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Acoustic Old Time/Bluegrass Jam!! C’mon Out!!

Jay Brown @ Black Mountain Brewery
Nov 13 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Original one-man-band, american roots, singer songwriter. An American roots musician, Jay has hundreds of original songs in his repertoire.  (outside show, weather dependent)
Karaoke w/ Terraoke @ The WagWorld BARn & Event Center
Nov 13 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Old Marshall Jail Ballad Swap @ The Grey Eagle
Nov 13 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Open Mic w/ Lyric @ Antidote Asheville
Nov 13 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Planefolk | Well Crafted Wednesday Songwriter Series @ Highland Brewing Company
Nov 13 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Kevin Smith (aka Planefolk) will be hosting this week for Matt Smith with special guests Ashley Heath & Miriam Allen.

 

Twin Leaf Open Mic @ Twin Leaf Brewery
Nov 13 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Wagbar Open Mic Night @ Wagbar Weaverville,
Nov 13 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Hosted by Billy Litz (weather permitting)
Jam > Grass > Jam: The Saylor Brothers w/sg @ The Mule at Devils Foot Beverages
Nov 13 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
The Saylor Brothers are a jamgrass fusion group from Asheville, fronted by brothers Will & Ben Saylor, of Brushfire Stankgrass. This project is a foray further into the realm of bluegrass jam, with more emphasis on improvisation piled on top of a structure of traditional bluegrass and innovative original songwriting. As a trio with Greg Stiglets on bass, the band packs a large sound coming from three acoustic instruments, and often adds a fourth player for further improvisational and bluegrass firepower.
Jam > Grass > Jam is not an open bluegrass jam but is a residency featuring a rotating casts of special guests from Asheville’s bluegrass/jamband scene.

 

“Dan’s Jam” Weekly Open Bluegrass Jam @ Town Pump Tavern Black Mountain
Nov 13 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Moon Water @ The Joint Next Door Fairview
Nov 13 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Enjoy the beautiful harmonies of Moon Water, a mother daughter duo based in Asheville by way of Manhattan. They fuse country, jazz, folk and pop to present a fresh sound only blood harmony can bring.

Open Mic: Host Greg Speas @ Camden's Coffee House Mars Hill
Nov 13 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Come demonstrate your talents at Open Mic.
Piano Show @ Off the Wagon Dueling Piano Bar
Nov 13 @ 7:00 pm – Nov 14 @ 2:00 am
Porn Star Karaoke @ Fleetwood's
Nov 13 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
You sing, they dance
21+ // $
Swing Asheville Dance and Lesson @ Haywood Park Hotel
Nov 13 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Swing Asheville is BACK!!
Join us for our weekly dance series in our beautiful new home, the Haywood Park Hotel.
Weekly dance is $10 admission and includes:
Free beginner swing dance lesson (7-8 pm)
Social swing dance to DJed music (8-10 pm)
‘Lights Out Asheville’ – a blues/fusion dance hour to top off the night (10-11 pm)
Weird Wednesday Experimental Jam @ Sly Grog Lounge
Nov 13 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Electronic Collaboration

Bam-a-Lam @ 5 Walnut Wine Bar
Nov 13 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

lo-fi pop and rocknroll with Jason Krekel & Craig Kelberg

Latin Night Wednesdays @ One World Brewing - West
Nov 13 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
DJ Mtn Vibez  $7  at Door.
Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway w/ Two Runner @ The Orange Peel
Nov 13 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

$30 – $35 +

Spiter & Diabolus @ Eulogy
Nov 13 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Total Wife / Tombstone Poetry / Baby Wave / trust blinks. @ Static Age-Records
Nov 13 @ 8:00 pm – 11:30 pm

TOTAL WIFE and BABY WAVE on tour from Nashville, TN !

indie / alt / shoegaze

$

Western Wednesday @ The Double Crown
Nov 13 @ 8:00 pm – Nov 14 @ 12:00 am

Nov 13 – Motel Pearl
**DOORS AT 8PM – $10**

 

POETRY OPEN MiC ASHEViLLE @ Sovereign Kava
Nov 13 @ 8:30 pm – 11:00 pm
It’s time for our weekly Wednesday Open Mic with Caleb Beissert!
Get in line early to get a good spot, the list fills up super fast!!
Sign up at 8 pm, Mic starts at 8:30
All forms of entertainment welcome, (not just poetry.)
Imperial Nights @ Imperial
Nov 13 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 14 @ 12:00 am

Come on out and enjoy some music with our house DJ. Til 1am on Friday & Saturday

Karaoke Wednesday w/ KJ Steph @ The Social
Nov 13 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 14 @ 12:00 am
Let Them Know You Saw It On LiveMusicAsheville.com
Nov 13 @ 9:00 pm
Improvement Movement @ The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall
Nov 13 @ 10:00 pm – Nov 14 @ 1:00 am

Suggested $5 Donation @ The Door // 21+

Metal Therapy Appointment w/ OldDeadGods @ Sly Grog Lounge
Nov 13 @ 10:00 pm – Nov 14 @ 12:30 am

10 pm show THIS WEDNESDAY. No cover. Slygrog. Bring your friends! Let us shake your bones with tones till your soul moans. Stoner metal.

Wednesday Karaoke @ The Lazy Diamond
Nov 13 @ 10:00 pm – Nov 14 @ 2:00 am
Nov
14
Thu
Greetings Fellow Music Lovers
Nov 14 all-day

We hope you enjoy our guide to the Asheville area’s dynamic music scene.

If we somehow help to brighten up your day, please consider a $5 donation to help support our efforts in providing the area’s most complete local music calendar.

Venmo: click here 

Last 4 digits – 3383

PayPal: click here

Music Venues, Bands & Promoters – Try This
Nov 14 all-day

1) Perform an internet search for the key words that music loving visitors use, i.e. “Asheville live music” or “live music Asheville”. See which site populates.

2) Promote your gigs on that site.

Hope That Helps!!!

P.S. (Ask about the discounted “Recovery Rates” for our LOOK HERE featured listings available through December!)

 

Dinah’s Daydream @ Antidote Asheville
Nov 14 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Live Gypsy Jazz

 

Friendsgiving w/ Ivy Eld @ Peri Social House Black Mountain
Nov 14 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
You’re Invited!!
Join us for an informal Friendsgiving on Thurs, Nov 14
🎶 The very talented Ivy Eld  will be providing the tunes
🦃 We will provide the turkey
🥘 You bring a side
Irish Session @ Leveller Brewing Weaverville
Nov 14 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
BUTTS & BOOTS :: Line Dancing @ Banks Ave.
Nov 14 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Howdy Pard’ners
Join Jerri & Christopher for country music, line dancing, and beginner 2 step!
* No Partner needed
>> NO COVER<<
Highway 52 @ Mills River Brewing Co.
Nov 14 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Highway 52 is comprised of local musicians Michael Country Carver guitar and vocals ,Bill Loftus on Guitar,Harmonica and vocals and Paul McIntire on fiddle playing a wide range of music including acoustic blues and Americana.

Jerry’s Dead (Jerry Garcia/GD tribute) @ Asheville Music Hall
Nov 14 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Suggested $5-$10 donation

Mike Weaver’s Live Jukebox Live @ Village Pub
Nov 14 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Come on out to hear some dazzlingly diverse songs, all played at your request! That’s right, you pick ’em and I perform ’em live!

Myron Hyman @ The WagWorld BARn & Event Center
Nov 14 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Myron offers a nice range of music with his classic rock, blues, country and originals.

Dustin Furlow @ Blue Mountain Pizza Weaverville
Nov 14 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Asheville Beer Choir @ Sweeten Creek Brewing
Nov 14 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Come join the fun at our next sip & sing.

Bluegrass with Unspoken Tradition @ White Horse Black Mountain
Nov 14 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Benefit for The Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina. Pay What You Can.

Django Gypsy Jazz Jam @ Sovereign Kava
Nov 14 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Hope Griffin acoustic @ The Joint Next Door Fairview
Nov 14 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

WNC’s #1 Folk/Acoustic Artist

Marshall Depot Acoustic Jam @ Historic Methodist Church Marshall
Nov 14 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

The Acoustic Jam will continue on Thursday nights at 7:00 p.m. at the Church. Calvin Parham and Logan Clark will host the Jam.

All Ol Time lovers, listeners, pickers are welcome to join us to play, sing and fellowship. The strongest thing we will have to drink is Coffee! There is no charge, we will keep the music free!don’t let us Down now, come on down.

 

Piano Show @ Off the Wagon Dueling Piano Bar
Nov 14 @ 7:00 pm – Nov 15 @ 2:00 am
The Blinds @ One World Brewing Downtown
Nov 14 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Asheville-based indie soul band

No Cover!

The Thursday Bluegrass Jam hosted by Drew Matulich @ Jack Of The Wood
Nov 14 @ 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm

Our amazing Thursday BlueGrass jam curated by the talented Drew Matulich! Don’t miss your chance to check out some of the best pickers from all over WNC! A real show-stopping performance only at Jack of the Wood! The Bluegrass Jam will start after the host band at 9:30 and go to 11:30pm. Pickers bring your instruments! Enjoy $1 OFF all our bourbons every Thursday

Jack Of The Wood is still a downtown hot spot for food, brews and drink since 1997 and founders Joan and Joe Eckert who still own it, have maintained the original lively English and Irish vibe. The old-time mountain and Irish music jams continue, including a hot bluegrass jam Thursdays and brunch every Sunday. The venue extends a welcoming feeling to regulars and newcomers to this day. https://jackofthewood.com/

Old Farmers Ball Contra Dance @ Warren Wilson College
Nov 14 @ 7:30 pm – 11:00 pm
The oldest contra dance in the Asheville area is sponsored by us and is held every Thursday on the Warren Wilson campus
Free lesson 7:30-8, dance 8-11
  • Non-members: $12
  • OFB Members: $10
  • Warren Wilson community: $1

If this is your first time dancing with us, your second dance is free!

Pleasure Chest is Back!!! @ 5 Walnut Wine Bar
Nov 14 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Blues, Rock n Roll & Soul Music, sure to make you move! Funky but chic SINCE 2012

Black Sea Beat Society @ The Double Crown
Nov 14 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

This high energy band has a wide ranging repertoire, moving from Balkan Brass, to Turkish Psychedelic, to Middle Eastern classics, to Klezmer tunes. Featuring accordion, a horn section, telecaster guitar, and drums.

$10 cover

N.O.T.A.F.L.O.F

Disney Karaoke @ Shiloh & Gaines
Nov 14 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Need we say more? See you this Thursday!!!

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

Coffee ~ Spirits ~ Pool ~ Darts ~ Live Music ~ Dog Friendly ~ Karaoke ~  Find our music schedule and more at shilohandgaines.com

 

 

 

 

Elevated Jam Night @ Elevated Kava Lounge
Nov 14 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Elevate your jam session experience! Join us for an evening of collaborative music-making where we provide the backline (drums & keyboards) – you bring your instrument and your talent!

Fee Fi PHaux fISH @ One World Brewing - West
Nov 14 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Phish night with Fee Fi PHaux fISH (formerly The Lumpy Heads).
Featuring: Alex Bazemore, Ben Falcon, Hannah Ramsey, and Ryan Crabtree.
$5 Cover (Suggested $10)

 

Free Terraoke Karaoke Takeover @ Fleetwood's
Nov 14 @ 8:00 pm – Nov 15 @ 12:00 am
HARBOUR @ The Grey Eagle
Nov 14 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Karaoke Night w/ DJ @bridal.parti.burcardi @ DSSOLVR
Nov 14 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
King Buffalo @ Eulogy
Nov 14 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Thursday Weekly Karaoke
Nov 14 @ 8:00 pm – Nov 15 @ 2:00 am

Please verify times and KJ with the venue!

Daddy Mac’s Downhome Dive 8-11

Shiloh and Gaines 8-11

Static Age Loft 8-12

Shakeys Dive Bar 9pm-2am

 

Vaden Landers Band @ Crow and Quill
Nov 14 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

honky tonk

$10 cover

 

Yoke Lore w/ Runnner @ The Orange Peel
Nov 14 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

$30 – $35 +

Bachata Thursday @ Urban Orchard Cider Co. - South Slope
Nov 14 @ 8:30 pm – Nov 15 @ 12:00 am
Cha Cha, Cumbia, Merengue and Salsa.
Entry includes class. $10 entry for all.
Frankie Rose + Star Anise + Werewolf Hours @ Static Age-Records
Nov 14 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 15 @ 12:00 am

$15.00 / $17.00

Imperial Nights @ Imperial
Nov 14 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 15 @ 12:00 am

Come on out and enjoy some music with our house DJ. Til 1am on Friday & Saturday

Let Them Know You Saw It On LiveMusicAsheville.com
Nov 14 @ 9:00 pm
The Shady Recruits @ The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall
Nov 14 @ 10:00 pm – Nov 15 @ 1:00 am

$5 Suggested Donation

Nov
15
Fri
Greetings Fellow Music Lovers
Nov 15 all-day

We hope you enjoy our guide to the Asheville area’s dynamic music scene.

If we somehow help to brighten up your day, please consider a $5 donation to help support our efforts in providing the area’s most complete local music calendar.

Venmo: click here 

Last 4 digits – 3383

PayPal: click here

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Nov 15 all-day

We Update Our Website On Wednesday &  Thursday For The Week Ahead Plus Provide Daily Updates And Often Post Events We Find Out Right From Our Phone When We Are Out And About!!!

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Bum Monk @ Sweeten Creek Brewing
Nov 15 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Enjoy their piercingly rockin riffs at 5pm outside on the out door stage!

Cruisin’ With Blossman @ Blossman Gas
Nov 15 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Blossman Gas in Asheville invites you to enjoy an evening of classic cars and live music!
105.9 The Mountain is partnering with Blossman Gas to give away a Napoleon Fire Table!
We will also be kicking off our coat drive for victims of Hurricane Helene! Bring a sweatshirt, hoodie, or coat to donate during “Cruisin With Blossman,” and you will receive a voucher for a free 20# cylinder fill (one per person).
Strictly Wings Food Truck will be providing refreshments! Restrooms available in store. Bring chairs. All are invited!
NO ALCOHOL ON PREMISES.
Mr Jimmy @ The Station Black Mountain
Nov 15 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Enjoy authentic Blues music from Mr Jimmy while imbibing in the friendly atmosphere of the The Station.

Tacos & Tunes Ft. The Barsters @ TacoBilly West Asheville
Nov 15 @ 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Join the Barsters for a great mix of old-time, bluegrass, blues and classic country.

The Candleers @ Twin Willows Mars Hill
Nov 15 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

We play John Prine, Hank Sr., old blues, classic country, originals, and what we call duelettes.

Live Music with Stephen Evans @ Wicked Weed West
Nov 15 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Join us for a folk rock performance with Stephen Evans!

Amabel Lee + Alex Bazemore @ The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall
Nov 15 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Suggested $5-$10 Donation

Dueling Piano Show @ Off the Wagon Dueling Piano Bar
Nov 15 @ 6:00 pm – Nov 16 @ 2:00 am
Fo Daniels @ Highland Brewing Company
Nov 15 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Gabriel Knows Everything @ Auction House Food Hall Fletcher
Nov 15 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Alternative | Singer/Songwriter

Izzi Hughes @ The WagWorld BARn & Event Center
Nov 15 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Kool Dewey Kudzu @ RAD Brewing Company
Nov 15 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

acoustic pop, soul, and alternative

Old Sap @ The Asheville Club
Nov 15 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Winter Lights @ The North Carolina Arboretum
Nov 15 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Winter Lights is a spectacular open-air walk-through light show made from over one million lights! Located at the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville, North Carolina, this year’s event features favorites like the famously tall 50-foot lighted tree and the Quilt Garden, along with enchanting new details designed to delight and surprise. Live Music Nightly!!! Event Information and Tickets

 

Acoustic Three @ Blue Mountain Pizza Weaverville
Nov 15 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Pizza and live music!

Dirty Dawg @ Mills River Brewing Co.
Nov 15 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

classic folk, country, jazz and Grateful Dead classics

60s Night w/ DJ Justin Oliver @ The Whale :: South Slope
Nov 15 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Grass Is Back @ Fletcher Feed and Seed
Nov 15 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
GRASS IS BACK 2024!
Bluegrass Every Friday Night!
No Cover!
Madelyn Ilana @ Mars Theatre Brewing Company Mars Hill
Nov 15 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 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.

Moonshine State @ The Joint Next Door Fairview
Nov 15 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

country and americana classics, originals and alternative hits through the years. Multi-instrumentalist/vocalist Elizabeth McCorvey & vocalist Raphael in multi-genre acoustic medleys

Meschiya Lake @ 5 Walnut Wine Bar
Nov 15 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

“Lake doesn’t need to hide behind a microphone with her big bold ragtime jazz voice. It is something that singles out the leaders of a revival, their gifts revitalize the source, and that is what you hear all the way through” – Spiral Earth