Music — Asheville Stages

Frontman David Bazan questioned his artistic past to intriguing and dazzling ends.

Apr 27

Apr 27 Merlefest 2023

Americana, Bluegrass, Folk, Old-time, Rock

Shannon Whitworth, Wes Whitson, and Black Opry Revue’s Holly G discuss the 35th annual event and Doc Watson’s 100th birthday.

Apr 26

Apr 26 Through the Lens: Caroline Rose and Hammydown at The Orange Peel

Justin Bowman

The best friends and former bandmates enthralled the Asheville crowd.

Apr 26

Apr 26 Interview: Nicholas Furgiuele (Gringo Star)

Atlanta-based garage rock quartet Gringo Star plays Fleetwood’s on April 29.

Apr 26

Apr 26 Interview: Eric D. Johnson (Fruit Bats)

Brian Postelle

Eric D. Johnson brings his band to Highland’s Bear Shadow festival on April 28.

Apr 24

Apr 24 Review: The New Pornographers at Salvage Station

A.C. Newman and Neko Case’s tunes still have the same joyful pep that they did two decades ago.

Apr 24

Apr 24 Review: Built to Spill at The Grey Eagle

Violet Dwoinen

The rock trio solidified its status as a must-see live act.

Apr 22

Apr 22 The Heavy Heavy at The Grey Eagle

Daniel Walton

The Brighton, U.K.-based rockers put their own distinct twists on classic sounds.

Apr 15

Apr 15 Interview: Brian Rosenworcel (Guster)

Guster plays the High Water Festival on April 15.

Apr 13

Apr 13 Interview: Chris Forsyth

Scott Bunn

The Philly-based rocker plays The Outpost on April 15.

Apr 12

Apr 12 Concert review: Morgan Wade at The Grey Eagle

Brian Postelle

Rock, Country

The fast-rising rocker electrified a packed house — and is primed to do so again April 15.

Mar 28

Mar 28 Concert review: Tedeschi Trucks Band at Harrah's Cherokee Center – Asheville

Rock, Blues, Americana

The soulful rockers’ music served as a balm for those in need of healing.

Mar 24

Mar 24 Interview: Darren Jessee

Tom Chalmers and Scott Bunn

The Ben Folds Five drummer continues to shine as a singer/songwriter on his new album, “Central Bridge.”

Mar 22

Mar 22 Concert review: Sarah Shook & The Disarmers + Sunny War at The Grey Eagle

Bryce Lafoon

Rock, Folk, Punk

The rockers kicked off a five-show run on their way down to SXSW.

Mar 21

Mar 21 Concert review: Yo La Tengo at The Orange Peel

A relative YLT newcomer and a longtime fan discuss the band’s return to Asheville.

Mar 17

Mar 17 Concert review: Bit Brigade at The Grey Eagle

Daniel Walton

Rock, Math rock

The Athens, Ga.-based video game math-rockers brought their distinct charms back to Asheville.

Mar 17

Mar 17 Concert review: They Might Be Giants at The Orange Peel

The humorous rockers delivered the goods on their “Flood” tour.

Mar 14

Mar 14 Concert review: The Beths at The Orange Peel