Events

Gilkey Cattle Company guitarist and vocalist Garry Cuthbertson has joined up with Saluda singer/songwriter Jadon Pace for a duo presentation. Cuthbertson, home-based in Rutherford, N.C., fronts a band focused on classic country from the 90s to 2000s. These two vocalists and multi-instrumentalists are not to be missed.

Tasha Ann Acoustic Duo brings together country and Christian singer/songwriter Tasha Ann of Newland with musician Dale Huffman of Spruce Pine (formerly of Jessi and The River Cats). Tasha Ann sings songs about life, love, and faith. Songs that are sure to set your toes tapping and put a smile on your face one minute, and a tear in your eye the next. Although she's only 18, she has a powerful, mature sounding voice that's much bigger than her diminutive stature. Her vocal tones range from the sweetest of whispers all the way to raspy, soulful growls. Be sure to check out this rising young star, whose original single “When the Waters Rise” just dropped in late January.

Seth and Sara are a husband/wife duo who have toured the country sharing their original tunes. The duo provides an evening of rock, pop, country songs mixed with Americana songs written by the artists, primarily Seth Brand, winner of Indi.com original songwriter awards.

 Zendetta is a WNC quartet that plays everything from jazz standards to trance-influenced beats. The band exhibits various influences in a push and pull of style and content, always laying it all out there. Zendetta’s core trio is Hammond B3 Organ master Jim Peterman, Vinny Corda on Flute and Saxes, Ian Harrod on bass and Marco Noto on the drum kit and whatever else he can get his hands on.

The Bearded Bards band brings its eclectic high energy mix of Blues, Rock, Americana and Roots music to the Saluda Outfitters' live music stage. These four seasoned WNC musicians will be cranking up the fun with Michael “Country” Carver on lead guitar/vocals; Bill Loftus on lead guitar, harmonica, piano\vocals.; Donald Yelton on bass /vocals and Kyle Lami on drums.

Pearls Collide is a duo that came together by happenstance on the streets of Tryon. Keith Troutman, an ex-pro baseball player, was busking and talking with passersby when Tiffany came along. For fun Tiffany sang while Keith played, and it was clear they were a musical match! They wanted their duo to have a name that was meaningful. They believed Pearls Collide encompassed the Bible verse, Matthew 13, that describes all people as pearls of great price. And it seemed as though they were two pearls that collided. They are a Hits cover band spanning from the 50's to current day always expanding their playlist.

Finkelstein Three is a trio heavily influenced by musical greats such as Doc Watson, Tony Rice and David Grisman. The group blends other influences outside of the bluegrass genre to create acoustic music that is very much their own style. The band features Derek McCoy on guitar/vocals; Tommy Brooks on mandolin/vocals; and Phillip Simmons on bass.

Landrum, South Carolina, native Kit Lindsey is a storyteller full of wit and grit. Her catalogue reads like a collection of old mountain wives’ tales combined with gospel hymns but is backed by belty, raw vocals that are reminiscent of blues and outlaw country powerhouses. Band members Leah McPhail (pedal steel), Chris Little (drums, percussion), and Ben Cadle (bass) amplify the funky honky tonk sound that Kit’s following expects. Rowdy, edgy, and loyally country, their live show isn’t one to miss. 

DogDay BlueJay is a low-key acoustic trio based in Greenville, SC, playing originals and singer-songwriter type favorites of Dylan, Kristofferson, Parsons, Willie, Waylon, Clapton, Shaver and many others. Acoustic guitars, standup bass, mandolin and Dobro create pleasant music by these long-time local musicians. Band members include Joanie Sanders on  bass/vocals; Mark McAfee on guitar/vocals; and Matt Purinton on mandolin/vocals.

Bruised Rhino is an Americana jam band from Shelby, N.C. The group boasts multi-instrumentalists that play an eclectic mix of Americana/blues/soul and psychedelia backed by outstanding vocals. Bruised Rhino offers a genre crossing and boundary pushing musical experience. Making up this 5-member band is Joe Hindsley on harmonica/vocals; Mike Claprood on bass; Randy Mach on guitar/mandolin/vocals; Pedro Fraginals on guitar/vocals; and Cornelius Logan on drums/vocals.

The Dancing Fleas, aka America’s Premier Ukulele Party Band, are a 7-to-8-piece combo, heavy on the ukes but light on the attitude. Their uplifting originals and covers have been known to make even the most jaded hipsters smile unselfconsciously. The Fleas bring their high energy, big fun approach to a genre-bending set of tunes with styles ranging from classic country to sassy funky.

Crimson Moon plays a wide variety of classic rock, rock and 90’s that crowds know and love. The band focuses on generating a positive crowd interacting environment and keeping people moving on the dance floor. Based in Hendersonville, the band consists of Chris Hess, lead vocals; Johnny Thorn, lead guitar; CJ Justus, bass; and Rob Hughes, drums.