Thanksgiving Rhapsody
“As an Asheville musician living in these crazy times, I am first and foremost thankful for this awesome community. It feels really great to know we have gigs on the horizon and fans out there supporting us. I am also grateful for good friends and family who are always there to lend a hand when needed. We all require support from time to time and it’s truly a blessing to have it when things get tough.” —David Matters, Life Like Water
IF YOU GO
Who: Life Like Water
When: Friday, Nov. 25, 2 p.m.
Where: Highland Brewing Downtown Taproom, 56 Patton Ave., highlandbrewing.com
Tickets: Free
David Wilcox (Photo by Lynne Harty)
“I am grateful for these beautiful mountains that I ride my mountain bike through, and I’m grateful for my family and friends. This year, at my day-after-Thanksgiving show, I’m going to have musicians accompanying me and the sound will be a beautiful celebration of community. I am so grateful to live in such a inspired musical community. I’ll still play some songs solo, but the band will be a real treat.” —David Wilcox
IF YOU GO
Who: David Wilcox
When: Friday, Nov. 25, 8 p.m.
Where: The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave., thegreyeagle.com
Tickets: $22
Jeremy's Ten: A Pearl Jam Tribute (Photo by Tim Baker)
“We are thankful for our families, friends, and fans. A special thank you to our fans — without you, we couldn't do what we do. Happy Thanksgiving! Can't wait to see y'all next year!” —Jeremy’s Ten: A Pearl Jam Tribute
IF YOU GO
Who: Jeremy’s Ten: A Pearl Jam Tribute
When: Friday, Nov. 25, 9 p.m.
Where: The Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Ave., theorangepeel.net
Tickets: $12 advance/$15 day of show
Josh Clark's Visible Spectrum (Photo by Steve Wittenberg)
“Josh Clark's Visible Spectrum has been a wild ride of family and friends since it began in March 2020. I am most grateful for my bandmates, friends, and new fans of JCVS who have warmed our hearts and wowed us with their funky dance moves. I'm certain that their continued support will continue to inspire us. JCVS could not exist without the love from our friends, family and would be all but lost without the dancing, laughing, and endless support that comes from our fans at shows.” —Josh Clark
IF YOU GO
Who: Josh Clark’s Visible Spectrum
When: Friday, Nov. 25, 8 p.m.
Where: One World West, 520 Haywood Road, oneworldbrewing.com
Tickets: $10
Pink Mercury (Photo by Max Ganly)
“This year I'm thankful for resilience, for old and new friends, and for Asheville, which I'm rediscovering after having been away for a few years. I'm grateful for the gardening skills I learned during the pandemic; for my musical partners; for my mom; for buttered toast; and my new dog Jojo. I am thankful for my health. I feel a lot of humility this year. I'm a pretty lucky person. —Stephanie Morgan, Pink Mercury
IF YOU GO
Who: Pink Mercury
When: Saturday, Nov. 26, 4 p.m.
Where: One World West, 520 Haywood Road, oneworldbrewing.com
Tickets: $10
Acoustic Syndicate (Photo by Sandlin Gaither)
“As we approach the eventide of our career, we are thankful for good friends, great music, big adventures, and the love of our big, beautiful community. Acoustic Syndicate would not have persisted for more than three decades without the support of each and every person we have engaged along the way. We are truly grateful for everyone and express deep appreciation. Thank you.” —Jay Sanders, Acoustic Syndicate
IF YOU GO
Who: Acoustic Syndicate
When: Saturday, Nov. 26, 9 p.m.
Where: The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave., thegreyeagle.com
Tickets: $17
GFE (Photo courtesy of the artists)
"I'm thankful that I'm finally home! It took a lot for me to finally feel it in my roots, but this weirdo town, this creative community, this mindblowing musical family, the funky old house I live in with my crazy cool wife and this cat that's constantly messing with me....dang, I'm finally home." —Cactus, GFE
"This year, I'm thankful for my family, my friends, the community we live in, and the love that we share." —Josh Blake, GFE
IF YOU GO
Who: GFE with RBTS WIN and Super Bassic
When: Saturday, Nov. 26, 8 p.m.
Where: Salvage Station, 466 Riverside Dr., salvagestation.com
Tickets: $10 advance/$12 day of show
Rumours (Photo by Logan White)
“This Thanksgiving, we here in Rumours are thankful for our fans who keep us going by supporting our band and buying tickets to our shows. We’re thankful for venues like The Orange Peel who always take good care of us and have the best staff on Earth. And lastly, but most importantly, we’re thankful for each other in Rumours. This year has been the busiest and craziest yet and we could not be more appreciative of everything we get to do together.” —Mekenzie Zimmerman, Stevie Nicks in Rumours ATL
IF YOU GO
Who: Rumours: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute
When: Saturday, Nov. 26, 8 p.m.
Where: The Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Ave., theorangepeel.net
Tickets: $25 advance/$28 day of show
Hearts Gone South (Photo by Billie Wheeler)
“I am deeply thankful for a roof over my head, and the love and support I get daily from my family and friends. I do not take these gifts lightly. Having a warm home and love in my life gives me the foundation to be able to go out in the world and make music and art and thrive.” —Tricia Tripp, Hearts Gone South
IF YOU GO
Who: Hearts Gone South
When: Saturday, Nov. 26, 7 p.m.
Where: The Double Crown, 375 Haywood Road
Tickets: $10
The Clam Chowder Experience (Photo by Jeff Hankin)
“All of us at The Clam Chowder Experience — Charles, Charlotte, Howie, Jeff, and Stewart — are very grateful that live music in Asheville has enjoyed such a rebirth this year. Like most of the area musicians, we were hunkered down for some time working on material without much opportunity to perform it, so being back in front of music fans is a real gift. These have been difficult times, but we’re still here, still loving music, and still able to put some smiles on the faces of those around us. For all of that, we’re very thankful. —The Clam Chowder Experience
IF YOU GO
Who: The Clam Chowder Experience
When: Saturday, Nov. 26, 8:30 p.m.
Where: Isis Music Hall, 743 Haywood Road, isisasheville.com
Tickets: $15
C. Shreve the Professor (Photo by Andy Carretto)
“I’m thankful for the opportunity to play music again. Being able to perform in front of a live audience is something that I will never take for granted. I’m thankful for family and for the special moments that have made up this past year. I’m thankful to be alive and to have a chance to make a difference.” —C. Shreve the Professor
IF YOU GO
Who: C. Shreve the Professor and Ille Flottante with Mike Martinez and Houseplantz
When: Monday, Nov. 27, 8 p.m.
Where: The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave., thegreyeagle.com
Tickets: $10
(Life Like Water photo by Donnie Rex Bishop)
