When the originators of the Asheville Original Music series—bassist Mike Holstein and drummer Justin Watt—teamed up with pianist Dr. William Bares (Harvard ethnomusicology Ph.D and professor of music at UNC Asheville) a decade ago to create a working jazz piano trio, the result was a new musical concept that has blurred the lines between art...
As an interactive calendar, we often add events to our calendar as we find out about them, sometimes even from our phone while we are out supporting local live music. By adding our website, LiveMusicAsheville.com to your home screen, we will always be right at your fingertips. Here's how: iPhone (using Safari): Open Safari and navigate...
Our amazing Thursday BlueGrass jam curated by the talented Drew Matulich! Don’t miss your chance to check out some of the best pickers from all over WNC! A real show-stopping performance only at Jack of the Wood! The Bluegrass Jam will start after the host band at 9:30 and go to 11:30pm. Pickers bring your...
Winners of the MerleFest band competition in 2025, an annual competition that is a significant event at the long-running roots music festival, Melissa McKinney & Chris Everett are lighting up the stage @crowbaravl on Thursday nights. Join us at 92 Patton Ave from 9pm-12am! The Crowbar - Asheville's Best Flockin' Bar 🐦⬛Live Music Every Thursday &...
Thursday May 28 | 9pm | $10 Tyrell Pittman & The Tampa Boyz is a musical group known for their contributions to gospel music. They blend traditional gospel sounds with contemporary influences, appealing to a wide audience. The Double Crown - Great vibes, great bourbon, and great music! (21+ only, dog friendly) A West...
That's right folks, other than our Featured Listings and repetitive events, we update the calendar on Wednesdays for the coming Friday through next Thursday. This helps us bring you the most current and reliable information available. We also update throughout the week as we find out about music events that might interest you. We suggest...
Friday, May 1, 2026 Clay Lunsford Band Americana Saturday, May 2, 2026 Kelley and The Cowboys Country Western Friday, May 8, 2026 Speak EZ Jazz, Motown, R&B Saturday, May 9, 2026 Speak EZ Jazz, Motown, R&B Friday, May 15, 2026 One Leg Up Acoustic Swing, Gypsy Jazz Saturday, May 16, 2026 Company Swing Jazz, Latin,...
Maggie B’s is turning 19, and we are throwing a big party!! Friday, May 29th 5-9 We are so excited to have The Pleasure Chest playing again. We will have food inside and outside, free wine tasting, drinks galore, TLC face painting, and Sparked With Love permanent jewelry here.
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Friday, May 29 & Saturday, May 30 | 5:30-10pm | From $39.44 Event Details and Tickets Get ready to vibe with Beats Antique’s wild fusion of beats and rhythms that’ll keep you moving all night long. You can’t know Beats Antique until you’ve been a part of its journey, and experienced the act as an entity...
Records in the RAD in the River Arts District is a thoughtfully curated record store with an eclectic selection of vinyl, both new and used. In addition to records, we also have a music inspired art gallery, which features artwork from Brian, Dylan and Susan Haynes. recordsintherad.com At Wedge Brewing, we got our start in the...
Flora Asheville - 5:30-7:30pm (April 17) Turgua Brewing Fairview - 6-8pm (2nd & 4th Fridays) Coffee, Art, Music type Place - 6-8pm (May 1) WagWorld Pub Fletcher - 6:30-9:30pm Elevated Kava Downtown - 8-11
Although we are primarily a Live Music Calendar, we often come across Electronic & DJ events in the area and list them for you as we find out about them. Please verify the DJ, times and cover charges with the venue. LA Pizza Party Rooftop - 6-9pm The Barn at Mills River Brewery - 6-10pm...
No Cover - Donations accepted! May 1 - Harlan County Grass May 8 - Mulley Holler Band May 15- Travis Watts & Mountain Blessings May 22 - Hit or Miss Bluegrass & Country Band
Clouds of Delusion, an Asheville-based Grateful Dead tribute band. Comprised of high-level jazz-trained musicians, they are dedicated to capturing the spirit and essence of the Dead’s music. Their passion for improvisation and authentic renditions of beloved classics create an experience that resonates with both longtime Deadheads and new fans alike. Founded in 2005, Pisgah...
End your week on a high note. Join us for a great evening of Country, Americana and Southern Rock! Laron Huntley & The Gravely Brothers, is a multi-generational band rooted in Asheville, NC with a sound steeped in classic country and southern rock. With deep local ties and a shared musical heritage, this group brings...
Aden Webb rolls in from Honea Path, SC with a sound steeped in Southern tradition and a voice that hits like a front porch story at sunset. Influenced by country greats like Cody Jinks, Alan Jackson, Tyler Childers, and Chris Stapleton, Webb blends familiar roots with a fresh edge. Whether he’s playing with his band...
6-8pm - Turgua Brewing (May 15) 6-10pm - Green Man Brewing (May 1) 7-10pm - Mal's Bar Marshall (May 15) and every other Friday 7-10pm- Noble Cider (May 15) 7:30-10:30pm - Asheville Sports Club 8pm-12am - Silverados Black Mountain 8-11pm - Dalton Distillery (May 8) 8-11pm - T Birds Weaverville 8:30-11pm - The Village Porch...
Members of this ensemble have been sharing sounds and stages with each other for 25 years and counting. Jean and Jacob first met in their undergrads at Manhattan School of Music in 2001. Jean Caze is a dynamic jazz trumpeter, composer, and educator known for his lyrical tone and inventive improvisation, blending his Haitian roots...
Ramen Friends features Asheville’s Rahm Mandelkorn of Rahm Squad. This time he brings his funky organ trio to Shiloh & Gaines, don’t miss the party! Shiloh & Gaines – Your neighborhood bar……no matter where you live. Coffee ~ Spirits ~ Pool ~ Darts ~ Live Music ~ Dog Friendly ~ Karaoke & More! Find our music...
Friday May 29 | 9:00 pm - 12:00 am | $10 Cover Funkwondo is “the art of funk”. The 6-piece funk collective contains Michael Buddy Bullard on guitar & vocals, Danny Korin on bass & vocals, Paul Whitsett on keys & vocals, Zach Willard on lead guitar, Zach Van Dijk on Trombone (sometimes bass), &...
SUSTO Stringband w/sg Alexa Rose | May 29, 2026 9:00 PM | Tickets from $29.65 Event Details & Tickets Justin Osborne has been performing as ‘Susto’ since 2013, when he formed a collective of fellow musicians and artists in coastal Charleston, South Carolina. Now a bona fide emissary of alt rock and treasure to the indie...
That's right folks, other than our Featured Listings and repetitive events, we update the calendar on Wednesdays for the coming Friday through next Thursday. This helps us bring you the most current and reliable information available. We also update throughout the week as we find out about music events that might interest you. We suggest...
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Saturday, May 30, 2026 | 12:00pm - 11:00pm | Event Details and Tickets DEEP ROOTS • MAY 30, 2026 The beloved spring LEAF event returns in a new format this May: Deep Roots, a full-day, family friendly celebration at Pisgah Brewing Company. We're bringing the music, the energy, and the community back together again! Come reconnect...
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Ben’s Tune Up - 11am-2pm (1st & 3rd Saturdays & May 30) Wagworld Pub - 6-10pm (May 23) The Whale South Slope - 7-10pm Lookout Brewing Black Mountain - 7-10pm (May 30) Little Creek Tavern Fletcher - 7-11pm (May 9) Ice Bar Arden - 8pm-12am (April 14) Liondog Lounge Weaverville - 8pm-12am (every other week)...
Jazz Brunch is now officially on the schedule for every Saturday here in the taproom! We’re so very excited to introduce our newest free weekly event, open to all ages, family & pet-friendly We’ll have an extra special brunch menu, craft beer, mimosas, and of course, beer-mosas, all alongside jazz music from the talented jazz...
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. Yala Culture Tour includes drumming, dancing, and stories from Ivory Coast. Drums are provided! Families are welcome.
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...
Friday, May 1, 2026 Clay Lunsford Band Americana Saturday, May 2, 2026 Kelley and The Cowboys Country Western Friday, May 8, 2026 Speak EZ Jazz, Motown, R&B Saturday, May 9, 2026 Speak EZ Jazz, Motown, R&B Friday, May 15, 2026 One Leg Up Acoustic Swing, Gypsy Jazz Saturday, May 16, 2026 Company Swing Jazz, Latin,...