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December 28th 5:00pm-12:00am
WTF (Women to the Front) festival was originally set to take place on September 29th at Salvage Station but obviously was canceled due to the flooding that destroyed the venue. Our hearts were broken for our friends who lost everything. It was hard to imagine doing this event anywhere else, but we need community right now and One World West offered us a place to come together. We are so grateful.
Join us for some great music by local AVL women.
Ovadya
Marisa Blake & Friends
WTF Funk Band
Fancy & The Femmes
Hope Griffin Duo
WTF Blues Band
& Many Special Guests
Tacontento Food Truck OPEN
$10 cover
The West Asheville taproom hosts a wide variety of special and regular events, from yoga to an electronic music & beer festival, and everything in between. Check out our upcoming schedule: click here
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.
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P.S. (Ask about the discounted “Recovery Rates” for our LOOK HERE featured listings available through December!)
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Ben’s Tune Up – 8-11pm
Banks Ave – 9-11:30pm
Double Crown – 9pm-2am
Havana Miami – 9pm-2am
Room 9 Nightclub – 9pm-2am
Static Age Loft – 9pm-2am
Waterstreet – 9pm-2am
Imperial – 9pm-1am
The Barksdale – 10pm-2am
Lazy Diamond – 10pm-2am
Strange Magic Bar – 10pm-2am
Scandals -10pm-2am
Shakeys – 10pm-2am
Check with the venue on cover charges and tonight’s DJ.
It’s that time of year again when the neighborhood fellas bring the cheer! If you know, you know. If you don’t come check em’ out! 8-till……$10
Live Music every 1st and 3rd Friday with the Big Blue Band, the anti-hero of jam bands!!! Mad Mike DJ’s til 2am
Travel through time from the ’60s to ’90s through Iggy Radio’s rock, pop, and jazz show!
Doors 8 PM // Show 9 PM
$10
Join legendary twin musician’s Jack & Jim Mascari along with their world class band for a night of rock n roll!!!
9pm
21+
Suggested $5-$10 Donation
Dec
21
Sat
Asheville’s music scene is born of age-old traditions, nurtured by a spirit of independence and the muse of the mountain landscape. Here you’ll find our rhythm is proudly rooted in old-time mountain music, but it’s our full spectrum of innovative musicians who truly define our sound. Asheville offers a lively, and perhaps unexpected, experience for the musically-minded traveler.
Through the Bring Back the Heartbeat campaign, IamAVL is partnering with local venues and establishments to offset their costs to get our musicians back to work. Independent Arts and Music is a 501(c)3, so donations can be tax deductible. iamavl.com/music-industry-relief-fund
Our mission is to provide a platform to help expand the reach of Asheville based musicians and artists, to make some great music and art, and to have a great time while doing it.
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!!!
We Suggest You Add Our Music Calendar To The Home Screen On Your Phone!!! Here’s How
Saturday December 21 | Doors: 7:00 PM | Show: 8:00 PM
Yarn is an Americana, Alt-Country, Rock and Roll band founded in 2007 by Blake Christiana. Yarn evolved from its earliest days as a bar band in New York, NY to an outstanding roots band that’s shared stages with some of the biggest names in the business. You could say that Blake is the music and the music is Blake; that’s how deeply he inhabits the songs he writes and plays. You can hear him struggling with his feelings, whether it’s on a skittering country shuffle or on a mid-tempo folk ballad or a straight-ahead rocker.
Over the years, musicians have rotated in and out of Yarn, but drummer Robert Bonhomme and bassist Rick Bugel, along with Christiana, have remained the core of the band. Yarn has definitely brought people together with their music; their devoted followers call themselves the “Yarmy,” and for the last 4 years the band has hosted a three-day music festival, Yarnival, that attracted hundreds of fans to Troy, Virginia. Along the way, Yarn has gathered accolades from festivals, The Americana Music Association, landed on the Grammy ballot four times, and placed in the top five of the AMA album charts on more than one occasion.
In addition to providing a storefront space for local vendors, the Holiday Markets will create a festive atmosphere for attendees with live holiday music with Moon Water trio, visits with Santa, a food truck, and holiday-inspired drinks from the bar for kids and grownups alike!
Live music by Julia Sanders, Angela Autumn, Erika Lewis, AC Sapphire, and Liliana Hudgens.
live music w/ Frances Eliza
Visit LEAF Global Arts every Saturday for an in-house cultural exchange with Adama Dembele. Experience the Ivory Coast with our Culture Keeper from the House of Djembe.
Stay for an all-ages Drum Workshop, no experience necessary.
Rock around the Christmas Tree with us as we host Christmas Jam on Saturday, December 21st! Get ready for live music starting at 1PM with Acklen Walker, followed by Rocky Collin at 6PM! We’ll also have Santa’s Workshop for kids all day for some more holiday activities!
Beginners are welcome- all levels. Learn, play, share!!!
Free
Live Music | Art | Shopping
Marcus White 1-3pm
Alex Krug 4-6pm
Music | Dance | Art | Community
Benefitting the AVL community to spread joy through music, movement, & community.
* Pay-what-you can w/ limited free RSVP at
cosmic.simpletix.comFamily friendly, all ages are welcome.
S’mores • Tacos • LED + Glow Dancing • Interactive Art • Kid Zone • Craft Vendors.
Live Performances with Infinite-C – Interstellar Noise – Reality (Rae Sheetz) – Jon Owen – ionSound & the ionSound Syndicate – Elizabeth K / Neon Rose (flute, synth, vocals) – Rob Campbell (guitar) – Matthias Sayour (drums) – JP Miller (guitar)
The West Asheville taproom hosts a wide variety of special and regular events, from yoga to an electronic music & beer festival, and everything in between. Check out our upcoming schedule: click here
Classic rock, Americana, Country, 60’s to present
21 + Venue
Travel through time from the ’60s to ’90s through Iggy Radio’s rock, pop, and jazz show! A plethora of sounds and styles. Beatboxing mixed with killer guitar and loop mastery. A one man orchestra. Plays all the songs you love.
Join Moonshine State’s multi-instrumentalist/vocalist Elizabeth McCorvey & vocalist Raphael with Jackson Dulaney on the steel pedal & dobro.
Hot Vintage Vocal String Band. Jazz, Swing, Americana.
Let’s get together yall! Usually Mal’s is done up for Christmas with cookies in the jar and slim Jim’s and PBR on the tree. It’s gonna look a little different this year but we got beer, love and each other. Meschiya Lake and Ron Knight playing with special guests from 5-8! Bring some food with ya! We will have beer for sale along with some Mal’s merch.
Appalachian roots- One Man Band
Friends, I’ll be at Peri Social House 4-7, along with my one-man-band, doin nothin but Christmas music, so If you’re lovin the Christmas songs and you can’t get enough, I hope you’ll join me. And if you’re sick of Christmas songs already, I’ve got a few Christmas songs for you too.
Soul n’ Roll, Jazz ‘n Jam, Funk ‘n Junk
Nobody’s Darling String Band is a group of five ladies who are seasoned Old Time musicians, that play lively Mountain Music every Saturday from 4 to 6 at Jack of the Wood. A fiddle, guitars, standup bass and banjo uke round out this engaging and energetic group, playing in the traditional style of Appalachian roots music.
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/
Fairview NC Bluegrass Ensemble
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. Accompanied by Jack Mascari shredding on the electric guitar!
classic swing, blues and Latin music
We are so excited to welcome Billy Presnell and his amazing guitar skills. Billy plays classics, not so classics and some originals with instrumental finger style and percussive acoustic guitar. We think you will love his music and his sense of humor.
Enjoy authentic Blues music from Mr Jimmy.
Soulful, Stripped-down music you can groove to.
A Blues-Oriented, Rhythm-Based, Funky, Make-You-Wanna-Move-Your-Body Kind of Band.
Original American Blues Roots and Soul Musician From The Mountains Of North Carolina!
Tropical, Classic & Southern Rock, Rhythm & Blues, Reggae, Beach (Shaggin) Tunes, Country and more.
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
Come enjoy some 80’s & 90’s Arena rock in your ugly sweater with Flashback Band!
Live music every Saturday night. Large dance floor. Country music with a little bluegrass in the mix. Good clean fun in an alcohol free environment.
GRASS IS BACK 2024!
Christmas Shows THIS Weekend!!
12/20 Friday- Lynn Goldsmith & Jeter Mt.
12/21 Saturday- Adam & Amy Pope
No Cover!
Ugly Christmas Sweater Competition – winner takes home a $50 gift card to dinner at @luminosaavl!
$5 entry fee (benefiting ROAR: Rural Organizing and Resilience @_roar_wnc ).
bluegrass, swing and gypsy jazz
All-women trio. Pay What You Can! The suggested price per ticket is $20.
Bluesy-Sweet Soul with a Southern ‘twang
Acklen Walker is a Multi-Genre artist with roots primarily based in Hip-Hop and R&B
THE BEST “WORST KARAOKE” IN ASHEVILLE!!
Sing ’til you die every Saturday at Asheville’s oldest bar and #1 Dive!!
Charlotte’s own Crystal Fountains is a hard workin’ americana/folk/bluegrass band that plays traditional bluegrass as well as original music that has elements of jazz, blues, country and rock.
$7 cover
Neo-soul, Jazz, R&B, and Rock
ragtime, New Orleans Jazz
$10 cover
Papadosio to perform (2) sets of music a night for three nights with support from Electrochemical, Will Franke, and FunkBox, at Asheville’s brand new multimedia gallery and event space for their Holiday event series, Holidosio! From $50 +
power trio, rock and roll
Ben’s Tune Up – 8-11pm
Banks Ave – 9-11:30pm
Havana Miami – 9pm-2am
Room 9 Nightclub – 9pm-2am
Static Age Loft – 9pm-2am
Waterstreet – 9pm-2am
Imperial – 9pm-1am
The Barksdale – 10pm-2am
Double Crown – 10pm-2am
Lazy Diamond – 10pm-2am
Strange Magic Bar – 10pm-2am
Shakeys – 10pm-2am
Scandals -10pm-2am
Check with the venue on cover charges and tonight’s DJ.
“Laissez les bon temps rouler!”
$10.00 cover at the door.
ft. The Very Jerry Band with Spiro Nicolopoulos & Friends!
$13 Advance, $15 Day of Show
Candler “Piano Man” Rice is the keyboardist for rising country star Adam Church, don’t miss this!!! When he’s not on tour, he returns to his roots, captivating audiences with a mix of Piano Bar classics, Folk, Country, Original music, and more!
Free Show!!!
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
Drop in early for dinner and join “Mr. Soul Motion’s Supper Club”, where the smooth and sweet stuff gets played! Once the diners clear out, the tables move, the volume goes up, the lights go down, and the dance party is on!
Sarah is a singer and songwriter with great talent in many genres including rock, pop, country, folk, and old time – the music of her mountain home.
Sing Karaoke
Tonight!
Suggested $5-$10 donation
Come rock through your Winter Solstice at One World West with this awesome quartet!
$12 ticket at the door
The West Asheville taproom hosts a wide variety of special and regular events, from yoga to an electronic music & beer festival, and everything in between. Check out our upcoming schedule: click here
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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!)
January 16-19, 2025
Join Bachata and Salsa dancers from all over the world!
Immerse yourself in the rhythmic heartbeat of Latin music at the ultimate Bachata and Salsa Weekend in Asheville, NC! Join us for a vibrant celebration of dance and culture featuring a spectacular lineup of workshops, masterclasses, and social dancing sessions. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just starting out, our expert instructors will guide you through every step, from the sensuous moves of Bachata to the electrifying rhythms of Salsa.
Prepare to be swept away by live music performances and exhilarating concerts, where talented DJs will dance you into the night. Make unforgettable memories on the dance floor with fellow enthusiasts from around the world.
Mark your calendars for a weekend filled with passion, music, and unforgettable moments. Get ready to experience the magic of Latin dance like never before, right here in Asheville, NC!
Event Details and Tickets
Mourning Mass: A Weekly Sacrament of Cosmic Hymns and Brunch Eats on the South Slope with multi instrumentalist Jacob Bruner
Enjoy live music from local musicians in the Atrium of the Grove Arcade each Saturday & Sunday from 12-3pm!
-This Sunday 12-5
-The Market Place Shell or High Water Oyster Roast
-Asheville’s queen of soul, Leeda “Lyric” Jones will be playing in front of Laughing Seed
-Many more vendors on the street
-Pop up shops with displaced businesses who lost their store fronts
We’re excited to welcome back the Sunday Bluegrass Boy’s – catch them every Sunday from 12-2pm! The perfect SUNDAY FUNDAY afternoon with $8 mimosas and bloody Mary’s AND $20 bottles of bubbly!
Followed by our Irish session starting at 3:30pm till close!
Jack Of The Wood 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/
Come sail away with us Sundays in December from 12-3 at The Market Place on Wall Street. Shell or High Water oyster roast, street vendors, brunch and cheer! It’ll be a blast and a really fun way to connect with the community and support some of those businesses and artists who are displaced.
The 2024 A Swannanoa Solstice line-up:
“Klezgrass” duo Zoe & Cloyd
Acoustic musician and storyteller Josh Goforth
Highland bagpiper E.J. Jones & The Piper Jones Band
Roots music duo Newberry & Verch
LatinX indie-folk artist and songwriter M A R
A.C. Reynolds Chorale
Storyteller and emcee Becky Stone
$60
Americana/bluegrass thrashers from the Mountains of Western North Carolina featuring:
Aubrey Eisenman & The Clydes is a four piece, Asheville-based act. Their distinct sound blends elements of classic country with progressive bluegrass and has kept them at the forefront of regionally up and coming acts with their biggest boom yet to come!
boot stompin mutt grass!!
Company Swing, an all-female swing, jazz, and blues band.
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.
Orbiting around Asheville’s grateful music scene since late 2023, Suns Of Stars blends contemporary and traditional bluegrass with a high energy jam style. At its core lies the trio of Alex Bazemore (guitar), and Asheville’s own Jackson Chisholm (upright bass) and Johnny Humphries (mandolin). As Suns Of Stars has been gathering momentum they’ve picked up Alex Ball (fiddle/violin) and Gabe Epstein (banjo). A massive song repertoire and growing list of original music make for a unique performance each time.
$10 Cover
The West Asheville taproom hosts a wide variety of special and regular events, from yoga to an electronic music & beer festival, and everything in between. Check out our upcoming schedule:
click here
While he is known for his voice and guitar playing, he is also considered a storyteller.
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