Writer’s Round: Dave Desmelik, Laura Blackley & Joshua Singleton
April 10 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Free
We’re very excited to welcome this local trio to the taproom stage!
Dave Desmelik is a singer-songwriter and instrumentalist whose musical focus is on original compositions. What attracts listeners to Desmelik’s tunes, old and new, is the element of authenticity incorporated in them. There is no sugar coating involved. His songs are not wrapped in false smiles, rather they are stark and open and tend to settle on the pulse of everyday life.
Laura Blackley has been making music in Western North Carolina for several years. She’s a singer, songwriter and guitarist who specializes in country, blues and rock with an emphasis on songwriting. Blackley plays in several bands and she and her band the Wildflowers won first prize in the 2016 North Carolina Piedmont Blues Preservation Society’s Blues Challenge. This win sent them to Memphis, TN to perform in the International Blues Competition.
Singer-songwriter Joshua Singleton explodes the Americana genre with high-value tunes that blend roots rock, blues, country, and soul into something that’s entirely his own. Based in Asheville, North Carolina, Singleton is an outstanding vocalist, songwriter, and guitarist. He’s one of those rare performers who intuitively blur the lines between his influences. He shifts easily from rock to funk to acoustic songs in the same set, painting space with all the colors American music has to offer.
French Broad River Brewery is more than just a place to enjoy a drink—it’s a community hub where great beer, delicious pizza, live music, and good times come together. Just minutes from the Biltmore Estate & Downtown, our taproom is a gathering spot for locals and visitors alike. We regularly host live music and entertainment in our taproom, making French Broad River Brewery a lively hub of local activity. From bluegrass to reggae, there’s always something happening. Check out our Events Page to see what’s coming up next!
No brewery experience is complete without great food. That’s why we offer French Broad River Pizza, serving up hot, hand-tossed pizzas made to order. Whether you’re here for a quick slice or a full meal, our pizza perfectly complements our craft beers and the lively atmosphere of our taproom. frenchbroadbrewery.com/pizza
