Updated weekly on Wednesday and Thursday plus daily add ons!
Seach by Category (live music, open mic, karaoke, electronic/dj)
or Search by date below
Chad and JB (of @sketoesghost ), along with @collincheeksings , will be putting on a benefit show at @oldtowndistrictbmt in Black Mountain this Saturday – music starting at 6:00 pm. A lot of you have been giving so much of your time, energy, and resources so far, so please let us bring you a little moment to breathe and enjoy some music while we continue these efforts to support those who are struggling. All proceeds from this show will, of course, go toward such local causes.
Their music is a dense thicket; intertwined with kudzu-like jams.
at Hickory Nut Gap Farm in Fairview, NC
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
Stop by for the Community Support Curbside Pop-Up! @baileycooks and her team will be serving up delicious FREE meals from noon to 5pm; @sessionavl is selling drinks; Coda is open for merch and record shopping; and musicians from the @jackofthewood Irish Jam will be playing throughout the day.
Old Time/Americana/WNC roots
groovy soul, rock n roll
$$
Tonight we have our very own Buffalo Brown and Jake Burns doing a duo set from 6-9!
Come out & Support!
Full Bar : Cash Only
Family Friendly
See you out there!
DAY OF: $27.00
ADVANCED: $22.00
We are thrilled to welcome Wild Bodema drumming troupe (Tuesday Oct. 15th) from 3:00-5:00pm, or drop in whenever you can) for a drum circle, sure to raise your spirits! If you have a drum, bring it! No drum, no worries. Bring a bucket and sticks…bring your hands to clap…bring your feet to dance…bring your ears to listen…bring your heart to feel.
This Tuesday, Jay Sanders will be playing music with Evan Martin, Will Boyd and Craig Kelberg from We could all use a little music right about now.
Mudpuppies and Mojo Sound Production presents Open Mic 🎙️
We will be hosting open mic tonight at Mudpuppies with hostess CaroMia Humphrey . Come play us some tunes, let’s all hug one another and just hang for a bit. Our community needs some sense of normalcy during all of this suffering. Come make someone smile with your music! Hope to see you all tonight! 6-9pm!
DAY OF: $18.00
ADVANCED: $15.00
$
Sometime about a year or so ago we saw a flyer on their wall advertising something called “Jam Grass Jam”. A weekly event hosted by the @saylorbrothers (of @brushfirestankgrass fame) and bassist extraordinaire @stig_stiglets . We showed up, it was a ton of fun, so we went the next week.
And the next week.
And the week after that.
Wednesdays quickly turned into one of the most exciting nights of the week for not only myself, but many local bluegrass lovers in our town.
More than just a night out listening to great tunes, the Jam>Grass>Jam also became a gathering place for community. After countless Wednesdays seeing the same familiar faces every week we became much more than just an audience, we became a family.
It is with that family in mind that the Stoplight is proud to announce the return of Jam>Grass>Jam. We know that our porch will pale in comparison, but in honor of our normal gathering place, we feel compelled to find a way to bring the family back together again for a night of fun & healing.
Please RSVP with @ratdogfreak via text message at 630-258-0635.
So….if you are a part of the Jam Grass Jam Fam we hope you’ll join us this Wednesday for a cobbled together version of one of Asheville’s best re-occurring musical events. As always there will be no ticket fee, but we encourage you to bring any cash you can spare to tip the band.
Melissa with her daughter, McKinney!
Doors: 6:00 PM
Show: 7:00 PM
FREE SHOW!! DONATIONS ENCOURAGED
ALL AGES
SEATED SHOW
MELISSA AND McKINNEY
Meet the dynamic mother-daughter duo whose powerful blend of blues, rock, americana, funk, and soul creates a musical experience that resonates deeply with audiences. The mother, a passionate vocalist, draws from the depths of her soul, channeling her life experiences into raw, evocative performances. Her daughter, an energetic bassist and vocalist, infuses every note with funk influences, crafting a sound that’s both contemporary and timeless.
Together, they are not just musicians but also storytellers, using their lyrics to explore themes of trauma and resilience. As songwriters, they connect on a profound level, weaving their personal narratives into captivating melodies.
Outside of their musical endeavors, both women serve as cultural arts and educators at LEAF Global Arts, where they inspire others through the transformative power of music. They also co-organize a music festival dedicated exclusively to showcasing women musicians, championing female talent in a male-dominated industry.
lo-fi pop and rocknroll with Jason Krekel & Craig Kelberg
ADVANCED: $20.00
DAY OF: $22.00
$17.00
Thursday, October 17 · 6:30pm Show |
The Infamous Stringdusters are a celebrated American progressive bluegrass band known for their virtuosic musicianship, innovative arrangements, and genre-blending style. The GRAMMY® Award-winning Americana quintet—Andy Falco [guitar], Chris Pandolfi [banjo], Andy Hall [dobro], Jeremy Garrett [fiddle], and Travis Book [double bass]—have musical influences that truly run the gamut, but their common denominator is certainly bluegrass— the sound that has in essence defined the course of their career.
Jon Stickley Trio is a genre-defying and cinematic instrumental trio who’s deep grooves, innovative flatpicking and sultry-spacy violin moves the listener’s head, heart, and feet. “It’s not your father’s acoustic-guitar music, Instead Stickley’s Martin churns out a mixture of bluegrass, Chuck Berry, metal, prog, grunge, and assorted other genres—all thoroughly integrated into a personal style,” -Guitar Player Magazine.
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
Join Moonshine State’s multi-instrumentalist/vocalist Elizabeth McCorvey & vocalist Raphael with Brad Curtioff on the keys in multi-genre acoustic medleys.
COMMUNITY, MUSIC & CLEAN UP RELIEF FUNDRAISER
We all need community right now. Let’s gather, support one another, listen to some great music, enjoy a hot meal, drink a beer, and raise some money for flood cleanup.
Featuring:
Lazybirds
Peggy Ratusz & Kelly Jones
The Trusty Hucksters
Brian Bacon
Sawtooth Troubadours
Unabashedly joyful swing band that performs all-original compositions with a dedicated ‘nod’ to the small-jazz-combo and ‘hot club’ legends who first defined the genre.
southern rock
Come for to listen, come for to jam. Bring your banjos, your fiddles, your guitars and basses.
Friday @ 4-7pm at West! Swing thru for some beautiful weather and Mickey Strivelli and Friends ft. Clyde Canton Band!
Rock, country, folk and bluegrass original’s – See you there 🌎🍻
Live Music – Great Beer – Instrumental quartet from WNC. Hot Dog style Rock n’ Roll.
Syrrup is a Jazz-Soul duo based in Asheville
rural roots, blues and country
We are located in the Arden-Asheville-Fletcher-Hendersonville area. With over 60 TVs, you can sit back and relax, knowing that your favorite game is on. We showcase some of the top sporting events and serve the area’s 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 and team trivia nights that always bring fun and laughter. mudpuppiesavl.com/
Asheville’s tried and true blue cover band. No cover.
Free Show
americana/country project
$24.60 adv
All musicians are vocalists and the band enjoys harmonies. Their music style is eclectic, including folk, folk-rock, bluegrass and blues from the sixties to the present as well as originals. Music to groove to while shopping for local goods.
Enjoy some live music while shopping for local goods on Saturday morning!
This Saturday, we’re coming together at our Mills River Brewery to support Western North Carolina with a special concert at the outdoor amphitheater. Entry is free and all ages are welcome. Asheville’s Toubab Krewe headlines a lineup of six incredible regional bands.
A portion of proceeds from Taproom sales will go directly to our friends at Food Connection to support their vital work. Join us for a day of music, community, and giving back.
Also performing Pink Beds, Lyric, Andrew Scotchie, The Greenliners, The Congdon Griffin Band
Join us for our first ever Oktoberfest Celebration! German Beers, Foods and Games! Live music by The Steubenville Tootlers and T.C. Costello!
It’s going to be great! See you there!
On Saturday 4 amazing local bands are coming to play on the patio from 1-7pm for an afternoon of celebrating our beautiful, resilient community and some of the music makers who make Asheville so special!
3pm this Saturday at Pisgah Brewing Company
GAME -Grateful Asheville
Music Experience! Bring out yer Dead!
This cosmic Appalachian soul/Americana musician will be playing live.
Leo Johnson Trio. Come catch some tunes! Hot swing and sweet standards!
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/
Art party this Saturday to benefit AVL artists who have been impacted by Hurricane Helene. 5-10pm. 93 Westover Dr. $10 suggested donation. All donations go directly to the artists. 🤍
Krekel and Whoa – Laid back, acoustic, full of love. An adaptable duo, their show can be folk-y and acoustic, or rockin’ and electric.
8-member Mountain Reggae powerhouse.
The Emmy-nominated, and finalist on “America’s Got Talent,” and Asheville’s Jazz and Blues Diva, Kat Williams presents a night of music.
Classic Soul and Blues favorites
Original southern rock/alt country music from Hendersonville’s own Carolina Drifters.
country, rock
Lively bluegrass tunes courtesy of Columbia’s Carolina Bluegrass Style!!! Sláinte, y’all!
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/
old blues, classic country, and originals
$29.75 adv
Appalachian old-time, classic country, and vintage soul
Free Show
Just Announced – FREE SHOW
$15.00
Wayne Buckner and Shooting Creek Band playing Country and Southern Rock.
No Cover
Live Music, Cold Beer, Free Haircuts
Chillbilly is the Southeasts Premier Southern Rock Tribute Experience! Join them as they bring you through some of the biggest and high-energy southern rock hits, power ballads and one hit wonders!
boot stompin mutt grass!!
Join us on October 20th, from 2pm to 9pm for great music, delicious beverages, playful pups, and more!
groove-jazz instrumental trio
Queen Bee and the Honeylovers is an unabashedly joyful swing band that performs all-original compositions with a dedicated ‘nod’ to the small-jazz-combo and ‘hot club’ legends who first defined the genre.
Songs From The Road Band is an award winning North Carolina based bluegrass band
$
Alex Bazemore on Guitar, Hannah Ramsey on Keyboards, Ryan Crabtree on bass, and Benjamin Falcon on drums. Playing the music of Phish and other artist’s material they have covered, the band focuses on performing in their style. (fka. The Lumpy Heads)
Donation Based Show (tip the band y’all)
Stop in for the pub’s long running Traditional Irish Session each Sunday afternoon beginning around 3:30pm. Many talented local musicians come from WNC to jam away into the night – all on our pub stage! Sunday is a perfect day to enjoy a pint or afternoon Irish coffee! Slaínte!
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/