The Peggy Ratusz & Kelly Jones Duo takes the Mudpuppies stage, “featuring superlative guitarist and vocalist Kelly Jones and beloved Blues Chanteuse Peggy Ratusz. From covers to originals, this pairing performs a wide variety of styles, including rural roots Blues, Jazz Standards, Classic Country, throwback R&B, and vintage Rock and Folk! A harmonious and rhythmic combo, they’ll make you wanna dance and sing along.”
Friday 8/9 Special: $7 Margaritas
1 Year Anniversary All-Weekend Specials: $3 Foothill Drafts |$10 Mudpuppy Roll |$10 Smash Burger
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/
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Siamese Dream – The Smashing Pumpkins Tribute Band
@ The Orange Peel
A wildly stacked bill with Atlanta’s Sonambula (members of Shantih Shantih, Mattiel, Beige) Nikki and the Phantom Callers, DJ Rat Breath will be spinning between sets, too! $10
The band carries with them a regional Carolina flavor of acoustic appalachia and americana roots sound that conjures up images of Honky Tonk bars as well as the sound of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
The Hungry & Dangeorus//Sleeper Signal//4th Horse
@ Shakey's Dive Bar
Perpetual Groove
Pisgah Brewing Company Outdoor Stage
Saturday, August 10, 2024, 6:30pm
Tickets: $20 ADV | $30 DOS Event Details and Tickets
Perpetual Groove is an American rock band that originated in 1997 in Savannah, Georgia. PGroove incorporates a mix of traditional Southern rock, funk, jazzy improvisation, indie rock and synth loops.
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!
Featuring improvisatory, enchanting violin loops and soaring original songs, Doctor Delia incorporates ancient melodies into musics of their own creation. Music to groove to while shopping for local goods!!
Heart and Soul with Pops Wieland & Suzanne Hosch
@ Black Mountain Tailgate Market
Start your Saturday off with tasty pub fare & refreshing pours at our Music Matinee — featuring friends old & new playing the Ralph Lewis stage at Jack of the Wood from 12-3pm!
This week’s tunes are brought to you by Asheville’s own Cast Iron Bluegrass, returning to the Ralph Lewis stage with their signature bluegrass sounds! Infectious melodies, technical prowess, and powerful songwriting merge for a a high-energy, relentless bluegrass sound that will keep your toes tappin’ for more!
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/
Second Saturday in the RAD w/ Kid Billy
@ Marquee Asheville
“One Man Soul Band” Kid Billy performing blends of earnest songwriting with high-energy and jubilant live loops that layer New Orleans trumpet, honky-tonk piano, acoustic guitar, and harmonica. It is going to be a lively day of music here!
Sourwood BBQ Cookoff
@ The Monte Vista Hotel Black Mountain
E’Lon Bruce Jordan-Dunlap a.k.a E’Lon JD is an American bass player, songwriter, performer and educator. His sound combines elements of soul, funk, jazz, and rock and could be described best as groovin’, melodic driven, feel good music.
3rd anniversary w/ Iggy Radio
@ New Origin Brewing Company
We put together a little sumthin for our 3rd anniversary on August 10th!
We’ll have live screen printed special New Origin Merch, Iggy Radio playing live music starting at 3 PM, a brand new smoothie seltzer release, Greenhouse Tattoo, boiled peanuts, and new seltzer slushies!
Asheville’s own Drowning Leo will be playing in-store to give everyone a preview of their appearance at the Day of Rock Festival.
Toss an old-school record store and a pop culture shop into a blender, hit “mix” and you get Baby Rabiez! We’re small (but mighty) local purveyors of geeky coolness and tasty tunes!
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.
Saturday we will be back at Shiloh for their annual Community Pizza Party Concert! 6-8pm Come jam with us. Free music, family friendly, and good time with the community Hope to see YOU there!
Jeff Cooper
@ Mars Theatre Brewing Company Mars Hill
Come on out, folks – The 58th season of Shindig on the Green is a FREE event in the heart of downtown Asheville on summer Saturday evenings: a joyously spontaneous celebration of traditional and old-time string bands, bluegrass, ballad singers, big circle mountain dancers and cloggers. Stage show on the Bascom Lamar Lunsford stage and informal jam sessions around the park. Bring your instruments, lawn chairs or blankets, family and friends and join us “along about sundown” – or at seven o’clock for those who wear a watch – and enjoy the rich traditional music and dance heritage of the Southern Appalachian Mountains.
Come sing with New Orleans’s premiere live karaoke band! Featuring guitar, bass, drums, and keys, we play over 150 songs from the 70s to present day. $10
Polly O’keary & the Rhythm Method
@ White Horse Black Mountain
The JLloyd MashUp explores different genres of music including Acid Jazz, Funk, Soul, Afro Beat, Reggae, Break Beat and Latin. Curated and led by Jonathan Lloyd (Dubconscious/Cadillac Jones/The Fritz/Dirty Logic), the band is made up of some of Asheville’s busiest and hardest working musicians on the scene. The group features special guests with different material every show.
North Carolina soulful songstress, Rebekah Todd will be performing with the Mashup. Fairly new to Asheville, she has already made a major impact on the local musical scene. Outside of Asheville, Rebekah has performed with many national acts including Andy Frasco, Michael Franti, Dopapod, Dumpstaphunk and a countless number of others!
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!
Sunday Brunch with The Paper Crowns
@ Isa's Bistro
The Paper Crowns are the multi-instrument, genre crossing power duo of Spiro and Nicole Nicolopoulos. Their musical chemistry is a gumbo of Appalachian folk and bluegrass, Dixieland melodies, delta blues, acid rock, murder ballads, outlaw country and Southern Gospel that they cook up into a sound all their own.
Live Music on the patio
@ White Horse Black Mountain
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.
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Alien Music Club: “And Now For Something Completely Different!”
@ Sierra Nevada Mills River
What is The Alien Music Club? It’s a musical collective from Asheville’s Jonathan Pearlman, who operates in relative obscurity within the area’s thriving music scene. “I operate under the pseudonym AMC, because I’m painfully shy and self-deprecating. I’m no good at self-promotion, but I do make great music with my many very talented friends.”
AMC is a bit eccentric. Expect quirky, unusual, original material; jazz, rockabilly, funk, punk and general weirdness with lots of fun cover tunes. The lineup features JP (guitar/vocals), Chuck Lichtenberger (piano/vocals), Alex Travers (violin/guitar), Ryan Kijanka (bass) and Jaron Pearlman (drums/vocals).
“Weird is wonderful!” Says JP. “Let’s keep Asheville Weird!”
End of Summer Mini Fest
@ Fallout Art Space Alexander
Join us at FalloutArtSpace on August 11th for the End of Summer Mini Festival !!!
Come and park your car out on the big lawn and throw a frisbee while bands and DJs play groovy tunes on our outdoor stage, bring your friends and family and your bathing suit.
This vibrant event will feature an art market with local vendors showcasing their unique creations, live music, and local food and beverages. Enjoy music from an exciting lineup, including Log’s Electric Space Whistle, Mark’s Trippy Noise Coaster, Waas Sauce, and Luciya. The festival will run from 2 PM to 9 PM and offers free entry.
Fallout ArtSpace, Inc. is a 501c3 nonprofit performance art space in Alexander, NC. We provide a space for artists to create, perform, and grow. We are set out with the intention to promote artists and one day help fund them. Each event we do is for our purpose of the promotion of local arts and artists. falloutartspace.org
Queen Bee and the Honeylovers
@ Highland Brewing Company
Raphael Graves of Lazrluvr and Moonshine State pairs up with Brad Curtioff of Lazrluvr and Christopher Everett, guitarist and founding member of Hustle Souls, for an afternoon of genre bending, surprising mashups, jams and timeless favorites.
Join us at the taproom for live music with Pop Singer-Songwriter Chris Gladson!
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
Municipal Surf Group is a surf power trio playing original surf tunes and traditional surf classics! MSG is a Asheville based group with deep roots in the local music scene.
Sunday Funday with Commodore Fox (trio)
@ Cultivated Cocktails Tavern & Distillery
Celebrate Mardi Gras early with an incredible afternoon of live music, fun, and festivity in support of Asheville Mardi Gras as a kickstart to their planning & efforts for Asheville Mardi Gras 2025! The Po’ Wagon Food Truck will be there with Creole Cuisine for lunch & dancing fuel (for sale). Show will be outside weather permitting. Mardi Gras Attire Encouraged. $20 advance Event Details and Tickets
A live performance by the Joe Krown Trio + 1 featuring Papa Mali is a journey through the rich musical heritage of New Orleans. The Joe Krown Trio is known for its authentic New Orleans sound, blending elements of jazz, blues, and funk. Led by the acclaimed keyboardist Joe Krown, the trio delivers a rich, groove-filled experience. Adding another layer of musical depth is Papa Mali. Known for his gritty, soulful voice and masterful guitar playing, Papa Mali infuses the trio’s music with a swampy, bluesy vibe that’s reminiscent of the bayou.
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
Bat Cave Wade’s Birthday Jam
@ Chimney Rock Brewery
Carolina Celtic showcases Irish and Scottish musical traditions and explores their commonality with the Appalachian ballads and stories of the Carolina mountains. $25/$28
Powder Horns with TV Buddha and Feeling Format
@ Eulogy
The Arbor Trio features Mack Johnston on mandolin, Melanie Johnston on Mountain Dulcimer and Jeff McKelvey on guitar and vocals. The group plays a wide variety of musical genres.
Apart from the parking fee, there is no other admission charge to enter the Arboretum.
Progressive Bluegrass with Asheville’s all star band , The Greenliners!
Bring a blanket or a lawn chair, and come enjoy these family-friendly evenings of great music! The concert series is free, but donations are always welcome and encouraged.
Join your friends and neighbors at Hi-Wire Brewing River Arts District, for an unforgettable night to rally support for FBO at Hominy Creek, facing closure on October 15th. Let’s come together and make some noise to save our beloved community gathering place!
Groove to the sweet summer rock & soul music by: ALIEN MUSIC CLUB featuring the most magical REGGIE HEADEN & PEGGY RATUSZ
Dance the night away, win amazing raffle prizes from local restaurants and vintage clothing vendors like Sentimental Eclectic, Bad News Vintage and more. Come rally and show your love for FBO at Hominy Creek. This is our chance to make a difference – let Buncombe County hear our voices. Keep the “Creek” alive and thriving! This is a family friendly event!
Celebrate Mardi Gras early with an incredible afternoon of live music, fun, and festivity in support of Asheville Mardi Gras as a kickstart to their planning & efforts for Asheville Mardi Gras 2025! The Po’ Wagon Food Truck will be there with Creole Cuisine for lunch & dancing fuel (for sale). Show will be outside weather permitting. Mardi Gras Attire Encouraged. $20 advance Event Details and Tickets
A live performance by the Joe Krown Trio + 1 featuring Papa Mali is a journey through the rich musical heritage of New Orleans. The Joe Krown Trio is known for its authentic New Orleans sound, blending elements of jazz, blues, and funk. Led by the acclaimed keyboardist Joe Krown, the trio delivers a rich, groove-filled experience. Adding another layer of musical depth is Papa Mali. Known for his gritty, soulful voice and masterful guitar playing, Papa Mali infuses the trio’s music with a swampy, bluesy vibe that’s reminiscent of the bayou.
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
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.
Linda Mitchell (guitar and vocals) is inviting members of Asheville Women of Jazz to play with her on three Thursday evenings in August. Come on out to hear great jazz and taste the fabulous food from the South African menu at The Bush Farmhouse in Black Mountain.
Hope to see YOU there!
