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Review: Gorillaz at Spectrum Center and Shaky Knees Festival
Oct 9

Oct 9 Review: Gorillaz at Spectrum Center and Shaky Knees Festival

Edwin Arnaudin
Pop, Hip-hop, Electronic, Rock

Damon Albarn and his vibrant ensemble electrified Charlotte and Atlanta.

Review: Geese at Hellbender
Oct 6

Oct 6 Review: Geese at Hellbender

Jonny Leather
Indie Rock

The NYC band lived up to the hype when it performed at Hellbender on September 30

Review: Deltron 3030 at The Orange Peel
Oct 1

Oct 1 Review: Deltron 3030 at The Orange Peel

Jonny Leather
Hip-hop

The legendary alternative hip hop supergroup took a detour from its tour supporting Gorillaz to perform its classic debut album at The Orange Peel

Interview: Rosali Middleman (Monocot)
Sep 30

Sep 30 Interview: Rosali Middleman (Monocot)

Scott Bunn
Instrumental, Improvisational

The Durham-based artist’s project with Jayson Gerycz makes its live debut on Oct. 1 at AyruPrana Listening Room.

Review: LCD Soundsystem at Hellbender
Sep 25

Sep 25 Review: LCD Soundsystem at Hellbender

Scott Bunn
Pop, Synth Pop, Rock, Dance

The genre-blending dance band proved that they’re still full of surprises.

Interview: Daniel Donato
Sep 25

Sep 25 Interview: Daniel Donato

Edwin Arnaudin
Rock, Country, Americana, Alt-country, Jam

Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country plays Hellbender on Sept. 26 with Houndmouth and Molly Tuttle.

Interview: Rhett Miller (Old 97's)
Sep 23

Sep 23 Interview: Rhett Miller (Old 97's)

Jay Moye
Alt-country, Americana

The Old 97's frontman plays Eulogy on Sept. 26.

Interview: Dave Hartley (The War on Drugs)
Sep 20

Sep 20 Interview: Dave Hartley (The War on Drugs)

Jay Moye

The rockers play Asheville Yards on Sept. 21.

Review: Croz Boyce at AyurPrana Listening Room
Sep 16

Sep 16 Review: Croz Boyce at AyurPrana Listening Room

Kevin Evans
Ambient, Electronic, Experimental, Instrumental

The Animal Collective side project’s performance was a feast for the senses.

Review: Mike D 5D at The Orange Peel
Sep 7

Sep 7 Review: Mike D 5D at The Orange Peel

Edwin Arnaudin
Hip-hop, Electronic

The Beastie Boy and his talented ensemble captivated the crowd with fresh originals and exciting takes on the classics.

Through the Lens: Phantogram + Poolside
Sep 6

Sep 6 Through the Lens: Phantogram + Poolside

Bryce Lafoon
Electronic

The electronic artists anchored the opening night of the inaugural Hazy Hideaway Music & Arts Festival at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.

AVL Sounds Fest 2026: Day 4
Aug 10

Aug 10 AVL Sounds Fest 2026: Day 4

Edwin Arnaudin

Our team reports back on the festival’s fourth and final day.

AVL Sounds Fest 2026: Day 3
Aug 9

Aug 9 AVL Sounds Fest 2026: Day 3

Edwin Arnaudin
Alt-country, Folk, Rock

Our team reports back on the festival’s third day.

AVL Sounds Fest 2026: Day 2
Aug 8

Aug 8 AVL Sounds Fest 2026: Day 2

Edwin Arnaudin

Our team reports back on the festival’s second day.

AVL Sounds Fest 2026: Day 1
Aug 7

Aug 7 AVL Sounds Fest 2026: Day 1

Edwin Arnaudin

Our team reports back on the festival’s opening day.

Guide to the 2026 AVL Sounds Fest
Aug 2

Aug 2 Guide to the 2026 AVL Sounds Fest

Jonny Leather

Our picks for each time slot across the four-day festival.

A Sort of Homecoming: How AVL Sounds Fest landed Dr. Dog as its 2026 headliner
Aug 1

Aug 1 A Sort of Homecoming: How AVL Sounds Fest landed Dr. Dog as its 2026 headliner

Jay Moye

Scott McMicken discusses Asheville's key role in the band's recent history.

Review: Jason Isbell at Brevard Music Center
Jul 28

Jul 28 Review: Jason Isbell at Brevard Music Center

Edwin Arnaudin
Acoustic, Americana, Folk, Alt-country

Concluding his solo tour, the singer/songwriter commanded a space more accustomed to symphonies.

Hellbender's opening weekend
Jul 25

Jul 25 Hellbender's opening weekend

Edwin Arnaudin
Rock, Americana, Folk

The Orange Peel’s new outdoor venue has plenty of potential — and lots of kinks to work out.

Review: American Football + Ian Sweet at The Orange Peel
Jul 23

Jul 23 Review: American Football + Ian Sweet at The Orange Peel

Olivia Thomas
Emo, Rock

The Midwest emo band continues to impress nearly 30 years into its run.

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