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$15.99 adv
ADVANCED: $25.00
DAY OF: $30.00
Doors 8 PM // Show 9 PM
$10
Great punk/experimental line-up from baddies Acid Jo, Bad Ties and Break Up Club!
$10
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Jesse Harman & the Jugs is an electrified conglomeration of epic proportions that draws from old school honky-tonk, swing, rock ’n roll & bluegrass. The band features some of the finest pickers from the Asheville area and is fronted by the multi-faceted local favorite Jesse Harman.
Blues To Make You Feel Good • $10 COVER AT DOOR
Bringing the soul from Greensboro, North Carolina, Ranford Almond is a young singer/songwriter and troubadour that has begun to make his mark across the Southeast. Raspy fresh vocals meet the Appalachian strings of Ranford’s acoustic guitar, reminiscent of John Prine, and Towns Van Zandt with his own unique stamp. Furthermore, his talent extends far beyond composition and strumming, as he is a warrior on the electric as well.
$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
Eric Plotkin & Eric Swanson
Vaudeville from the hills, Swing Jazz from Alcatraz, with Rag-a-billy to Rock-you-Silly vibes.
$10 cover
Come get down and sing karaoke with your host KJ Kyle!
Ashes & Arrows will perform LIVE on the Indoor Stage at Salvage Station on Saturday, July 6th, 2024 with Mama & The Ruckus opening the show! Doors open @ 7 PM and the music starts @ 8 PM. This is a General Admission show with FREE ON-SITE PARKING! Root Down will be serving their delicious twist on Southern Soul Food PLUS we will have our FULL bar open for you to enjoy!
$20 ADV / $25 DOS Event Details and Tickets
Ashes & Arrows captivate audiences around the country with their strong vocals, thoughtful
lyrics, and on-stage charisma. While stuck at individual musical crossroads, Ciaran, Jonathan, and Ben met at an open mic in downtown Asheville in 2021 and immediately regained their joy and inspiration to write and perform music now as a band. Ashes & Arrows write their songs in an authentically original form, whilst bringing a mesmerizing flare with strong 3-part harmonies. This trio recently appeared on America’s Got Talent!
Local Favorite Blues/Rock Band, Mama and the Ruckus is led by the powerful vocalist and lyricist, Melissa McKinney. Joining Melissa are Patrick French and Owen Myers on guitar, Matt Guard on keys, Michael Dunham on bass, Hinton Edgerton on drums, and Rob French on harmonica. Together, they bring a raw and uplifting sound, while throwing down a Ruckus that will shine up your soul if you need it.
From hosting nationally-touring headliners to up-and-coming acts on indoor and outdoor stages, Salvage Station is consistently voted Asheville’s BEST live music venue. For those looking for an authentic Asheville experience that includes incredible live music, an extensive local & regional tap selection, plus a full bar and award winning food trucks, Salvage Station is a MUST DO! Check out our upcoming schedule! click here
Join us for a Mountain of Blues in the Little Town that Rocks. A three day music Festival in downtown Black Mountain.
This inaugural event features 46 acts, a specially curated line up with hundreds of True Blue musicians who will be playing at various venues across downtown Black Mountain.
Immerse in Blues music over 3 days, shop at local businesses and at our vendor village and enjoy refreshments from downtown restaurants, breweries, food trucks and refreshment stands.
You are invited to be a part of this Inaugural event- come be a part of history in the making as we honor the musical contributions and cultural narrative of the Blues.
Choose from either the VIP Access Pass (limited time offer), 3-Day Pass (Adult or Youth), Individual Day Pass or Multi-Ticket Pack Deal. Event Details and Tickets
Join us this Saturday for an indoor artisan festival at The Mule on Sweeten Creek Rd! Local artisans, live music with Frances Eliza from 3-5, craft cocktails, food truck.
Time: 12-5
Partnered Nonprofit, The SPARC Foundation
Hailing from the scenic hills of East Tennessee, Justin Mychals is a true Appalachian songwriter whose music echoes the stories, folklore, and spirit of the mountains he calls home. Backing Justin Mychals is the incredible ensemble known as The Cathead Biscuit Boys. With a lineup that perfectly complements Justin’s unique sound, they bring an unmatched energy to the stage! With a mix of heartfelt melodies and foot-stomping rhythms they create a musical experience that’s authentic, heartfelt, and impossible to resist.
The Asheville-based, Robert Thomas Band is a tightly knit, multi-genre, keyboard/guitar-infused ensemble, weaving a musical tapestry of jazz, prog rock, Celtic, and New Age styles, inspired by the music of Steely Dan, Pat Metheny Group, and Kansas.
Country Rap Festival Ever Featuring Headliners: July 4th – Outlaw Nation, July 5th – Upchurch, and July 6th – Adam Calhoun and Demun Jones.
PLUS multiple Special Guests Daily including Jesse Howard, NuBreed, Hitman, Ya Boi Dirty, Sarah Ross, Dakota Moss, Kentucky Music Mafia, Jon Cox Band, Bubba Sparxxx, Ricky Gunter, Who TF is Justin Time?, Big Murph, Kingery, Kelsey Lynn, Lord Lhus, Stormie Leigh, Dusty Leigh, Broadnax, Hard Target, Moccasin Creek, Kori Spires, 6B.Low, Kendall Tucker, Shelby Kay, Kayla McKinney, and Grandaddy Lo.
Weekend Passes (Good For All 3 Days!) on Sale for $199 (+taxes/fees)
Single Day Passes Available for $79/day (+taxes/fees)
from $20 +
Another fabulous line up for The Invitational Blues Showcase hosted by Peggy Ratusz & Daddy LongLegs Blues & Dance Band!
The heat is on this summer and the Invitational Blues Showcase will be on fire again this month. Peggy’s guests on Saturday, July 6th are none other than the mind-blowing Soul Singer, Blake Ellege and Asheville’s Seductive Saxophonist, Linda Shew Wolf.
$8 cover
The Shed Bugs – Asheville based jam band – playing blues, funk and psychedelic rock!
ADVANCED: $12.00
DAY OF: $15.00
Blues, Rock, Folk
Jim Swayzee is a folk/blues/rock singer, guitarist, songwriter, and performing artist based in Asheville, NC.
Join us at the taproom on July 6th from 6-9 pm for live music with Ryan Taylor Price!
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
Funky, poppy, folky & rocky
indie pop duo
Looped artistry with Rachel Waterhouse
original rock
Gypsy Jazz!!
To dine on the estate, guests must have a daytime ticket, a Biltmore Annual Pass, or stay at one of the estate’s splendid overnight properties.
ADVANCED: $17.00
DAY OF: $20.00
classic honky tonk country music
$7.00 at the door
🎼Tonight’s gonna be 🔥🔥🔥 Drew Heller & Justin Perkins of Toubab Krewe taking the stage at 8🎶
#livemusic #nocover #divebar #drinklocal
$10 cover
jazz, soul, blues, and rock
Doors at 7pm. Music at 8
$$
ADVANCED: $15.00
DAY OF: $18.00
Flashback Fringe is a new Asheville, NC based Psychedelic Rock Era (1967 – 1971) tribute band created to deliver energetic, true to the sound and spirit musical performances. With a growing catalog of songs ranging from The Byrds to Cream to The Moody Blues to The Doors, Flashback Fringe will take your audiences back to the era that contributed incredible songs to music history.
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
ADV $15/ DOS $17 // 21+
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$10
Doors: 8pm // Show Starts: 9pm
$10
Jazz, Groove Organ Trio with Thommy Knoles 🎹, Aaron Lebos 🎸& Ben Bjorlie 🥁
No Cover
Suggested $5-$10 Donation
Come get down and sing karaoke with your host KJ Kyle!
Join us for a Mountain of Blues in the Little Town that Rocks. A three day music Festival in downtown Black Mountain.
This inaugural event features 46 acts, a specially curated line up with hundreds of True Blue musicians who will be playing at various venues across downtown Black Mountain.
Immerse in Blues music over 3 days, shop at local businesses and at our vendor village and enjoy refreshments from downtown restaurants, breweries, food trucks and refreshment stands.
You are invited to be a part of this Inaugural event- come be a part of history in the making as we honor the musical contributions and cultural narrative of the Blues.
Choose from either the VIP Access Pass (limited time offer), 3-Day Pass (Adult or Youth), Individual Day Pass or Multi-Ticket Pack Deal. Event Details and Tickets
August 17 & 18 || Doors: 12:00 PM || Show: 1:00 PM || 2 Day Tickets from $45 Event Information and Tickets
The Day of Rock 2 Music Festival is the largest Multi Genre Rock Music Festival in the Carolinas. Bringing together 28 bands over a 2-day period at the iconic Grey Eagle in Asheville, NC. Bands will descend from all over the east coast including newcomers, well established locals, guitar legends, regional, and national touring acts which are amongst the hottest names in rock music right now.
Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of the newest and most exciting Rock Summit, poised to become a perennial powerhouse festival for years to come!
DAY OF: $12.00
ADVANCED: $10.00
7/28 – Brett Winning
Did you know that Whole Foods on Tunnel Road hosts local musicians in their very pleasant patio area out front? You can eat and drink and chill and listen.
> September 1 – Old Sap
old school swing jazz, honky tonk, and rock ‘n roll
If you would like to Sit, Relax and Listen, or Get Up and Dance to Live Music, Cmon out to one of my shows!
Micah and Lillian share a love for old-time tunes and ballads, and interlace sets with newer songs and tunes. Their shows are full of tight harmonies, twin-fiddling, and rocking guitar & fiddle duets.
$7.00 cover
Mission Accomplished is an American rock band composed of Mission Health healthcare professionals. Mission Accomplished brings you your favorite classic rock hits.
$10
Folk punk show
DAY OF: $32.00
$10
$$
Join us for a Mountain of Blues in the Little Town that Rocks. A three day music Festival in downtown Black Mountain.
This inaugural event features 46 acts, a specially curated line up with hundreds of True Blue musicians who will be playing at various venues across downtown Black Mountain.
Immerse in Blues music over 3 days, shop at local businesses and at our vendor village and enjoy refreshments from downtown restaurants, breweries, food trucks and refreshment stands.
You are invited to be a part of this Inaugural event- come be a part of history in the making as we honor the musical contributions and cultural narrative of the Blues.
Choose from either the VIP Access Pass (limited time offer), 3-Day Pass (Adult or Youth), Individual Day Pass or Multi-Ticket Pack Deal. Event Details and Tickets
DOORS AT 8/SHOW AT 8:30
No cover/$10 suggested donation for the bands
Join us for a Mountain of Blues in the Little Town that Rocks. A three day music Festival in downtown Black Mountain.
This inaugural event features 46 acts, a specially curated line up with hundreds of True Blue musicians who will be playing at various venues across downtown Black Mountain.
Immerse in Blues music over 3 days, shop at local businesses and at our vendor village and enjoy refreshments from downtown restaurants, breweries, food trucks and refreshment stands.
You are invited to be a part of this Inaugural event- come be a part of history in the making as we honor the musical contributions and cultural narrative of the Blues.
Choose from either the VIP Access Pass (limited time offer), 3-Day Pass (Adult or Youth), Individual Day Pass or Multi-Ticket Pack Deal. Event Details and Tickets
Host of the roots music history podcast, American Songcatcher, Nicholas Edward Williams is a multi-instrumentalist and storyteller who is dedicated to “playing it forward” by preserving the songs, stories, artists and styles that have shaped our country: Ragtime, Piedmont Blues, Early Country, Traditional Folk and Old-Time.
Hannah Kaminer is an Asheville, North Carolina-based artist who is known for her poignant songwriting, clear voice, and often comedic stage presence. Raised in small towns in Western North Carolina, Kaminer writes songs about love, loss, and home, fusing echoes of Appalachian and country traditions with wistful, Americana-style songwriting.
Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the Transylvania county chapter of JuniorAppalachian Musicians (JAM,) a nonprofit whose mission is ” to provide communities with the tools and support they need to teach children to play and dance to traditional old time and bluegrass music” and “.. [to give children] the opportunity to experience community through the joy of participating in traditional mountain music together.”
$25.00 per ticket (proceeds benefit Junior Appalachian Musicians (JAM)
Children under 12 are free. Event Details and Tickets
Join the fun with hula hoops and a live DJ. Whether you’re a seasoned hooper or a beginner, this vibrant event invites everyone to dance, spin, and groove to the music in a welcoming and energetic atmosphere.
Wilson wil be joined by Trent Van Blaricom and friends for a fun evening of two-steps & waltzes!
$10.00 at the door
$5
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Join us for a Mountain of Blues in the Little Town that Rocks. A three day music Festival in downtown Black Mountain.
This inaugural event features 46 acts, a specially curated line up with hundreds of True Blue musicians who will be playing at various venues across downtown Black Mountain.
Immerse in Blues music over 3 days, shop at local businesses and at our vendor village and enjoy refreshments from downtown restaurants, breweries, food trucks and refreshment stands.
You are invited to be a part of this Inaugural event- come be a part of history in the making as we honor the musical contributions and cultural narrative of the Blues.
Choose from either the VIP Access Pass (limited time offer), 3-Day Pass (Adult or Youth), Individual Day Pass or Multi-Ticket Pack Deal. Event Details and Tickets
Asheville’s gritty, funky Grateful Dead tribute band.
Wednesday night antics with Ben Balmer on guitar sitting in for Jason this week & Craig Kellberg on bass.
$10 adv
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SUGGESTED $5-$10 DONATION
Rosin up your bow, tune up that banjo, get your dancing shoes out and join us at Fiddling on the Hill, our monthly traditional jam session. These sessions are welcoming and are open to all.
Sip and stroll through the Arboretum’s gardens in the glow of the golden hour, all while listening to live music from a variety of local and regional artists! ArborEvenings runs Thursdays and most Fridays through September from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m.
There is no additional cost to attend ArborEvenings beyond our standard parking fee. As always, Arboretum Society members and their accompanying guests can enter for FREE (guests must be in member vehicles to receive free entry). Proceeds from ArborEvenings help support the The North Carolina Arboretum Society and further advance the Arboretum’s mission.
Musician Schedule and Event Information: here!
Get ready to shed ALL the tears! Hawthorne Heights is coming to Salvage Station for their 20 Years of Tears Tour with Anberlin, Armor for Sleep, Emery, and This Wild Life on Thursday, July 11th! Doors open at 5:30PM and the music starts at 6:30PM. This is a LARGE EVENT, so please read our FAQs to learn more about our on and off-site parking options and our FREE shuttle service. $40 ADV/ $45 DOS Event Details and Tickets
From hosting nationally-touring headliners to up-and-coming acts on indoor and outdoor stages, Salvage Station is consistently voted Asheville’s BEST live music venue. For those looking for an authentic Asheville experience that includes incredible live music, an extensive local & regional tap selection, plus a full bar and award winning food trucks, Salvage Station is a MUST DO! Check out our upcoming schedule! click here
Keturah’s music is a delightful blend of folk, blues, and gospel, creating a sound that is both comforting and inspiring.
Whether he’s strumming a soulful melody on his guitar, adding rhythmic complexity with his banjo, or infusing a performance with rich, harmonious vocals, Carson’s talent shines through effortlessly.
Thursday, July 11th | Bar: 4PM | Music: 6:30PM
Pisgah Brewing Company Outdoor Stage
Food Truck: Downstream Deli
Saylor Brothers are a bluegrass/jam trio that had it’s genesis in the John Hartford Jam which occurred in Asheville from 2014-2020. Along the way of hosting this jam, brothers Will & Ben Saylor (banjo/guitar) collaborated with nearly every picker in the Asheville bluegrass scene, catching nationally touring players in town while off tour, and building chemistry & connections with many of the best pickers in town. Adding frequent collaborator Greg Stiglets on bass in 2021 and officially forming a trio, the band performs originals, jammy trads & covers, (and of course the odd Hartford tune or two) at their high energy shows.
Pisgah Brewing Company operates an open air outdoor bar in the summer and fall months with live music on Thursdays and Sundays on WNC’s premier outdoor music venue, the Pisgah Brewing Outdoor Stage. Check out our 2024 schedule: here!
We’re bringing back our Wings & Strings Summer Series at our Sweeten Creek location!
Enjoy live music on the patio Thursday while you sip and savor all your Rocky’s favorites.
9/12 – Acklen Walker
Each show will take place on the large baseball field located behind the playground. A food truck will be parked on-site near the concession stands for each show. Concert-goers are encouraged to bring their own chairs/blankets to claim a seat in the outfield.
Asheville Chamber Music Series
Celebrate the laid-back mountain lifestyle this summer with a chamber music takeover at this iconic River Arts District venue. Bring your friends, grab a drink and bites from the on-site taqueria and enjoy a liberated listening experience with works from Dvořák, Smith, Wiancko and Mendelssohn, among others.
$35 +
Opening sets by Darby Wilcox and Jackson Grimm
ADVANCED: $14.00
DAY OF: $18.00
$15.99 adv
Join us for a night of dancing and entertainment. Join Nancy Asch, Beth Heinberg, Mary Saunders-Bulan, Katie Kasben and Katie Langwell AND Peggy Ratusz and Janet Del Real!!! $10 cover
No Cover!
$10 – $15