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Through the Lens: Pearl Jam at Lenovo Center
May 27

May 27 Through the Lens: Pearl Jam at Lenovo Center

Arlo Abrams
Rock, Grunge

The grunge stalwarts made a rare trip to the Carolinas in early May.

Interview: Peter Hook (Joy Division + New Order)
May 27

May 27 Interview: Peter Hook (Joy Division + New Order)

Jonny Leather
Rock, Post-punk

The post-punk legend and his band The Light return to The Orange Peel on June 3.

Interview: Adam Lion
May 25

May 25 Interview: Adam Lion

Jonny Leather
Improvisational, Instrumental

The former Asheville resident plays AyurPrana Listening Room on May 31.

Review: Wilco + Waxahatchee at Asheville Yards
May 25

May 25 Review: Wilco + Waxahatchee at Asheville Yards

Edwin Arnaudin
Rock, Alt-country, Americana

The alt-country giants and one of the genre’s rising stars delivered a night of sonic bliss.

Review: Tedeschi Trucks Band at Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
May 18

May 18 Review: Tedeschi Trucks Band at Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville

Edwin Arnaudin
Rock, Blues, Americana

One of rock’s most reliable acts lived up to their reputation.

Interview: Joey Morinelli (Joywave)
May 16

May 16 Interview: Joey Morinelli (Joywave)

Arlo Abrams
Rock

The Rochester-based rockers play The Grey Eagle on May 19.

Review: Spellling at The Grey Eagle
May 16

May 16 Review: Spellling at The Grey Eagle

Jonny Leather
Rock, Pop

Tia Cabral and her band showcased their versatility early and often.

Review: Seun Kuti and Egypt 80 at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
May 7

May 7 Review: Seun Kuti and Egypt 80 at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.

Brian Postelle
Afrobeat, African

The Afrobeat legacy artist delivered an inspiring call to action.

Interview: Chris Thile
May 7

May 7 Interview: Chris Thile

Daniel Walton
Classical, Americana

The “extroverted mandolinist” performs with the Asheville Symphony Orchestra on May 10.

Through the Lens: MerleFest 2025
May 7

May 7 Through the Lens: MerleFest 2025

Bryce Lafoon
Acoustic, Americana, Bluegrass, Country, Folk, Old-time

The 37th annual celebration proved a balm in troubling times.

Through the Lens: John Craigie at The Grey Eagle
May 6

May 6 Through the Lens: John Craigie at The Grey Eagle

Micah Rogers
Americana, Folk

The folk icon brought his trademark blend of banter, humor, and exquisite songwriting to a packed house on May 2.

Review: Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory at The Orange Peel
May 1

May 1 Review: Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory at The Orange Peel

Heather Taylor and Edwin Arnaudin
Rock

The indie rock royalty and her new band delivered a high-energy show.

Review: Julien Baker & Torres at The Orange Peel
Apr 26

Apr 26 Review: Julien Baker & Torres at The Orange Peel

Edwin Arnaudin
Country, Americana

The duo’s chill country music spoke volumes to the adoring crowd.

Review: Cheekface at Eulogy
Apr 26

Apr 26 Review: Cheekface at Eulogy

Jonny Leather
Rock

The LA-based band fed off the crowd’s energy, creating a kind of symbiotic jubilation fit for a much larger space.

Review: Bonnie Raitt at Thomas Wolfe Auditorium
Apr 25

Apr 25 Review: Bonnie Raitt at Thomas Wolfe Auditorium

Edwin Arnaudin
Rock, Americana

The legendary artist brought the house down in her long-awaited return to town.

Review: Being Dead at The Grey Eagle
Apr 25

Apr 25 Review: Being Dead at The Grey Eagle

Jonny Leather
Rock

The Austin-based power trio delivered a steady stream of melodic delights.

Review: Gillian Welch & David Rawlings at Thomas Wolfe Auditorium
Apr 17

Apr 17 Review: Gillian Welch & David Rawlings at Thomas Wolfe Auditorium

Edwin Arnaudin
Acoustic, Americana, Folk

The Americana all-stars delivered long-awaited relief to the Asheville faithful.

Through the Lens: The Weather Station + Sister Ray at The Grey Eagle
Apr 15

Apr 15 Through the Lens: The Weather Station + Sister Ray at The Grey Eagle

Jonny Leather
Rock, Folk, Jazz

The relaxed Monday night sets delivered on their immense potential.

Review: Friendship + Hour at AyurPrana Listening Room
Apr 15

Apr 15 Review: Friendship + Hour at AyurPrana Listening Room

Jonny Leather
Rock

The double bill of Philly talent made for a thoroughly laid-back Sunday night.

Review: Cloakroom + Malleus III + The Jesus Casino at Eulogy
Apr 15

Apr 15 Review: Cloakroom + Malleus III + The Jesus Casino at Eulogy

Jonny Leather
Rock

The triple bill served up a thrilling evening at the downtown listening room.

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