Events

Brian Ashley Jones is a soulful singer, acclaimed guitarist, and versatile touring songwriter whose guitar-driven Blues and Country tunes have found their way into film, television and radio and have been recorded by other performing artists. Originally from the Greenville/Spartanburg area of South Carolina and a longtime resident of East Nashville, Tenn., Brian performs internationally at festivals, concert series, and music venues. The Brian Ashley Jones Trio is completed by bassist Melanie Jean and drummer Scott Stinson.

Fancy & The Gentlemen is a band based out of Asheville that brings an eclectic mix of honkytonk, blues, southern gothic, outlaw country, and classical roots twist to southern Americana music. Members are Fancy Marie, vocals/guitar; Craig Kellberg, vocals/bass; Alex Travers, fiddle; Adam Rose, telecaster; Kathryn O’Shea, vocals/percussion; Kristina Miller, fiddle; Kent Spillman, drums/percussion.

Ian Harrod is a veteran musician who currently hails from Tryon. In addition to playing solo gigs, he has a band called Solvivor that plays Carolina country blues and rock and a studio band, The Cybertones. With a voice that will flow over you with the force of a waterfall and the sweet soothing melody of a bubbling stream, he delivers contemplative lyrics with positive world messages. Ian plays a mix of originals and covers from The Beatles to Marvin Gaye. His acoustic music is awe inspiring and grooving.

Cross Eyed Betty, an acoustic Americana band from Spartanburg. This 5-piece ensemble brings a unique sound to their take on old classics from the likes of Led Zeppelin, The Beatles and the Rolling Stones to new Americana groups such as Steel Drivers, Shovels and Rope and Chris Stapleton. Exceptional vocals and harmonies are backed by electric violin, keyboards, congas, guitars and mandolins.

Bruised Rhino is an Americana jam band from Shelby. The ensemble is comprised of multi-instrumentalists playing an eclectic mix of Americana/blues/soul and psychedelia. They provide a genre crossing and boundary pushing experience.

Seth and Sara are a husband/wife duo that has traveled the U.S. and Canada sharing their covers and originals. Their live performance boasts a night of “fun, humor with a rootsy kind of edge” as Seth shares his original music and excellent covers. An Americana rock/pop/country songwriter, Seth is winner of three Indi.com original songwriter awards. The couple’s music brings mesmerizing vocals and heartfelt lyrics that holds the audience attention. Check out the couple’s music at www.sethbrand.com.

Carolina Players is a six-piece party band from Greenville, S.C. area, playing oldies dance tunes and rhythm & blues. If you love songs like “Tennessee Whiskey” or “Stand By Me,” you will love this band of talented, veteran musicians.

Borderline Therapy is a Landrum-based band that performs Rock of Ages with a smattering of country. Expect to hear an eclectic mix of 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and 2000s rock with some old school country. Band members include Ben Smith on guitar, Brady Caldwell, guitar, Reggie Fowler, vocals, Michael Jackson, drums and Jason Martin, bass.

Kadmon is a talented guitarist who interprets artists like The Grateful Dead, Phish and Bob Marley. This Saluda-based musician keeps the audience involved. His performances are enhanced through use of a footswitch to enhance volume and sound.

DJ Honeybee Karaoke with Morgan Bass is held the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month. Come ready to sing your favorites and have a ton of fun with the Queen of Karaoke.

Moonshine State is a country band with a rock twist, or a rock band with a country twist, depending on the day. WNC based singer-songwriters Elizabeth McCorvey and Raphael Graves play as a duo or in collaboration with other artists, playing original music and a variety of their favorite covers that span the genres. Moonshine State is known for being as unpredictable as they are prolific - no two shows are the same. Also appearing will be Sam Frame, drummer, and Brad Curtioff, bass/pianist, both from Lazrluvr, and a pedal & lap steel guitar player.

Burnt Reputation is an Asheville-based acoustic rock band that plays originals and covers a variety of 90s era rock, 80s era pop and some classic rock. The lead vocalist is Jon Spindler.

BJ Cates, a Landrum singer/songwriter of a mixed variety country, rock and southern rock. He is frontman for the popular The “Dirty South” Band.

Highway 52 Quartet includes four seasoned, local musicians playing blues and Americana favorites, as well as some more eclectic covers and originals. Band members are Bill Loftus on guitar/harmonica/vocals; Mike ‘Country’ Carver, guitar/vocals; Paul McIntire, electric violin; and Lauren Bandy, standup and electric bass.

The Andrew Thelston Band, voted #1 favorite rock band in the 2023 Best of WNC contest by Mountain Xpress, has been stunning audiences in the WNC region (and beyond) for 5 years. Frontman Thelston, voted #1 best guitarist in the same competition, is the creative force, bringing high-energy, funk-infused original rock n' roll that draws influence from Prince, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Led Zeppelin, and Queen. In 2019, Thelston's original music was featured on the hit Netflix show "Lucifer." Thelston is widely known for his guitar virtuosity and soaring vocals and leads the 4-piece band with a dynamic stage presence. Bassist Walker Astin and drummer Jeff Lott create a rock solid rhythm for Thelston's guitar and vocals. Singer-songwriter/keyboardist Carrie Morrison fills out the band's sound with powerhouse vocals and technical prowess.

Two Step Toois a duo consisting of musicians Rick Reles and Marc Brown. The two play a mix of modern and classic music.

DJ Honeybee Karaoke with Morgan Bass is held the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month. Come ready to sing your favorites and have a ton of fun with the Queen of Karoake.

The Arrow Band consists of local WNC musicians. The band plays rock, R&B, funk from the 70s and 80s.

Wiregrass is a bluegrass/Americana band from North Carolina. The four-piece ensemble includes Jamey Harrison and Brad Davis from Ellenboro, NC; Scott Lail from Delight, NC; and Tyler Leonard from Lawndale, NC.

Come celebrate the long Labor Day weekend with us!