This Week in Asheville: Nov. 3-9
Asheville’s wealth of live music, theater, and comedy offerings can leave concertgoers feeling overwhelmed when it comes to picking which shows to attend. But have no fear! The Asheville Stages staff is here to help with insights on the week’s most appealing options.
Purity Ring
Continuing to build on its reputation for crafting otherworldly dance music, the Canadian electronic duo released its self-titled fourth LP in September. The album serves as the imagined soundtrack to a fictional RPG, and, as usual, the visuals on this tour have been nothing short of stunning. —Jonny Leather
w/ yuniVERSE
at The Orange Peel
Monday, Nov. 3
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
[synthpop, electro-pop]
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Viagra Boys
With lyrics that delve deep into the brainrot of internet conspiracies, the Swedish post-punk band may not be the most likely candidate for breakout success, but its timely weirdness has connected to a wide audience. With unhinged Atlanta garage rockers The Black Lips kicking things off, this show’s guaranteed to be crazy right from the start. —JL
w/ The Black Lips
at The Orange Peel
Tuesday, Nov. 4
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
[post-punk, indie rock, punk]
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Mariee Siou
Matching poetic lyrics with a soothing delivery, it’s clear why the singer-songwriter has frequently drawn comparisons to such icons as Joni Mitchell, Joanna Newsom, and Nick Drake. —JL
w/ Zoh Amba
at AyurPrana Listening Room
Wednesday, Nov. 5
Doors: 6pm / Show: 7pm
[folk]
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Beach Fossils + Being Dead
Since the release of Beach Fossils’ jangly lo-fi debut, frontman Dustin Payseur and his bandmates have steadily expanded their sound while preserving the carefree spirit that first drew fans in.
Speaking of nonchalant pop greatness, Austin trio Being Dead is one of the most refreshing acts in years — so consider yourself lucky to catch them as the bonus opening act before the headliners take the stage. —JL
at Eulogy
Thursday, Nov. 6
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
[indie rock, jangle pop, dream pop]
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Laughs For SNAP
The current regime seems intent on fucking over just about everyone, and its latest move threatens the food security of millions. Thankfully, organizations like MANNA FoodBank are stepping up to help those in need. In response, Modelface Comedy has organized a show to bring some much-needed chuckles while supporting MANNA’s mission. It’s a chance to back the community — and laugh away the existential gloom. —JL
at Eulogy
Friday, Nov. 7
Doors: 6:30pm / Show: 7pm
[stand-up comedy]
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Asheville Sessions
River Whyless + Tyler Ramsey + Toubab Krewe + Floating Action
In 1925, a team from New York’s OKeh General Phonograph Corporation set up a pop-up recording studio in the Vanderbilt Hotel on Haywood Street. Those sessions proved pivotal in capturing and preserving the Appalachian folk sound of the era. It’s a landmark moment in Asheville’s rich musical history — one well worth celebrating.
A full week of centennial events will feature panel discussions and live performances, culminating in a Saturday night showcase at Thomas Wolfe Auditorium. The stellar lineup of local artists will not only perform their own material but also pay tribute to the original 1925 recordings — now being reissued for the first time. Who’s gonna perform “They Always Pick On Me”? There’s only one way to find out. —JL
at Thomas Wolfe Auditorium
Saturday, Nov. 8
Doors: 6pm / Show: 7pm
[folk, folk rock, Americana, world]
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Geese
This show has all the makings of one people will be talking about for years. The recent release of Getting Killed — a strong Album of the Year candidate — has propelled the uncompromising Brooklyn rock band into true breakout territory. Their rapid rise means future shows will be in much larger venues, but with this Grey Eagle date already on the books, the lucky few who snagged tickets early will get to experience the band in one of the smallest spaces they’re likely to play for a long time. —JL
w/ Dove Ellis
at Grey Eagle Music Hall
Sunday, Nov. 9
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
[art rock, indie rock]
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HONORABLE MENTIONS
Peter the Poet (Photo courtesy of the artist)
🎤 = comedy; 🎭 = theater
Nov. 3: Balu Brigada at Grey Eagle Music Hall
Nov. 3: The Moth’s Asheville GrandSLAM at Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 🎤
Nov. 4: Coral Grief + Idle County + Star Anise at Static Age Records
Nov. 5: Jake Latakas Orrall (Jeff the Brotherhood) + Chris Lyons + Tristen Colby (Rhinestone Pickup Truck) at Fleetwood's
Nov. 5: M.D.C + On The Block + Halogi at The Odd
Nov. 5: Tape B + Super Future + ASHEZ at The Orange Peel
Nov. 6: Antidote Comedy — Aaron Naylor at Antidote 🎤
Nov. 6: Little Stranger + JARV + Damn Skippy at The Orange Peel
Nov. 6: Peter the Poet + Sxvxnt + C-Shreve the Professor + Kuh-Leeb + WizeDev at Static Age Records
Nov. 6: Jamie Lissow: Better Off Dad at Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 🎤
Nov. 7: Shimshai & Susana at AyurPrana Listening Room
Nov. 7: Warmones + Reckless Threat + Boomstick at Sly Grog Lounge
Nov. 7: Big Trouble + Crying Form + Camel Cash + Rest Home at Static Age Records
Nov. 8: Shimshai at AyurPrana Listening Room
Nov. 8: Pink Siifu at Eulogy
Nov. 8: AJ Lee & Blue Summit + East Nash Grass at Grey Eagle Music Hall
Nov. 8: Daniel Shearin at Highland Brewing - Taproom (Cold Mountain release weekend)
Nov. 8: DJ Dr. Filth at Highland Brewing - Taproom (Cold Mountain release weekend)
Nov. 8: The Hypos at Highland Brewing - The Meadow (Cold Mountain release weekend)
Nov. 8: Mobley at Highland Brewing - Event Center at Highland Brewing Co. (Cold Mountain release weekend)
Nov. 8: Black Stone Cherry + Them Dirty Roses + Ayron Jones at The Orange Peel
Nov. 8: Secret Saturday Late Nite Comedy Show at RAD Bewing 🎤
Nov. 8: Don't Tell Comedy at Secret Hendersonville Location 🎤
Nov. 8: On the Block + YAWNi + Exfoliator + Psych War + Mockery at Static Age Records
Nov. 9: Mo Lowda & the Humble + French Cassettes at Asheville Music Hall
Nov. 9: Diuretic + Falling Behind + Tracheal Shave at Static Age Records
For full events listings check out AVL-Live.com
(Geese photo by Mark Sommerfeld)
