Our jazz trio with Thommy Knoles on keys, Felix Pastorius on bass, and Paul Gladstone on drums will perform an opening set from about 7-8:15 pm.

An open jam session follows. Drop-ins are welcome and encouraged for a suggested donation of $10.

Jazz Jam will feature a diverse array of music from jazz’s rich history, ranging from 1940s bebop up to 1970s jazz fusion, as well as material from prominent present-day composers. Bring your instruments and jam with us, or just come and enjoy!

Hosted by Freeburg Pianos, the Local Legends discussion series provides attendees with insight into notable personalities in Western North Carolina. Led by Asheville author and arts/entertainment journalist Bill Kopp, Local Legends is a 90-minute conversation, held at the Freeburg Pianos MasterWorks Theatre in Hendersonville, N.C. The August 17 event features noted music business figure Bob Hinkle.

Founder of the White Horse Black Mountain music hall in Black Mountain, Bob Hinkle is a longtime music industry figure whose experience reaches most every corner of the business, including working closely with The Band during the era that yielded their classic album Rock of Ages.

But that’s merely one of many historically significant pieces of Hinkle’s work in music. He got his start as a musician here in WNC, eventually forming a group; recording an album; going solo and releasing another album; working for Dylan’s notorious manager Albert Grossman; serving as head of A&R for a record label; becoming an artist manager himself, and managing several high-profile artists including Harry Chapin, Manfred Mann’s Earth Band, The J. Geils Band and more. And even all that is only part of the story; Bob Hinkle went on to a VP position at a major label, overseeing one of its popular divisions.

After he did all that, Bob Hinkle could have moved back to the mountains and taken a quiet retirement. Instead he did half of that – leaving New York City – and soon after settling in WNC, he opened White Horse Black Mountain, hosting some of the most compelling local, regional and nationally touring musical artists and developing a solid reputation as one of the Carolinas’ best venues to play and hear music.

Those who have met Bob or seen him onstage introducing shows at White Horse may know bits and pieces of his background. But the Local Legends discussion series presents an opportunity to hear much more about Hinkle’s fascinating life in music, from Black Mountain to The Band to beyond and back again.

Join host Bill Kopp at Freeburg Pianos in Hendersonville for an evening in discussion with Bob Hinkle about his life in music. We’ll listen to key tracks that figure into his story, and invite questions from the audience.

Matisyahu and G. Love & Special Sauce will be performing LIVE on the Outdoor Stage at Salvage Station on Thursday, August 17th with special guest Cydeways! Doors open at 6:00 PM and the music starts at 7:00 PM. This is an ALL AGES show, with General Admission and VIP Packages available for this event! Check out your options below! This is a LARGE EVENT, so please read our FAQs to learn more about parking options and our shuttle service.

Root Down will be serving their delicious twist on Southern Soul food and we’ll have a few rotating food trucks on-site as well! There will also be MULTIPLE full bars open for you to enjoy!

Steve Simon & The Kings of Jazz are Brevard’s newest and most exciting and entertaining jazz band with a sound that combines the funkiness of George Benson, the soulfulness of Ray Charles and the smoothness of Diana Krall all wrapped together in big Count Basie style arrangements of American and Latin jazz classics. If you are looking for an amazing live jazz experience then check out the hottest jazz band in the coolest city in North Carolina performing every Thursday at The DFR Lounge from 7pm to 9pm

So much happened before Dorothy dropped in.

WICKED, the Broadway sensation, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle.  Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good” and the other one “wicked.”

From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, WICKED—the untold true story of the Witches of Oz—transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story that USA Today cheers is “a complete triumph! An original musical that will make you laugh, cry, and think.”

The Indomitable Little Feat

Little Feat is the classic example of a fusion of many styles and musical genres made into something utterly distinctive.  Their brilliant  musicianship transcends boundaries, uniting California rock, funk, folk, jazz, country, rockabilly, and New Orleans swamp boogie into a rich gumbo, that has been leading people in joyful dance ever since.

It began in 1969 when Frank Zappa was smart enough to fire Lowell George from the Mothers of Invention and tell him to go start a band of his own.  Soon after, Lowell connected with Bill Payne, which stirred up sparks.  They then found drummer Richie Hayward.

They were quickly signed by Warner Bros. and began working on the first of twelve albums with that venerable company.  The first album, Little Feat, featured the instant-classic tune “Willin’,” and the follow-up Sailin’ Shoes added “Easy to Slip,” “Trouble,” “Tripe Face Boogie,” “Cold Cold Cold” and the title track to their repertoire.  Paul Barrére, Kenny Gradney (bass), and Sam Clayton (percussion), joined up, and the latter two remain rock-solid members of Little Feat’s rhythm section.

1973’s Dixie Chicken gave them the title track and “Fat Man in the Bathtub,” as good a blues as any rock band has ever written.  Their career to that point was summed up with the live Waiting for Columbus, truly one of the best live albums rock has ever heard.

Fifty years on the road cost them Lowell George, then Richie Hayward and Paul Barrére, but the music has carried them forward. When you spend your life on the road you can get eaten up by the stresses, or you can hold on to your music and your friends and the joy of the people out front and keep the priorities straight the way the Featsters have.

Fifty years on, they’ve been up and they’ve been down and they know where they belong—standing or sitting behind their instruments, playing for you.  And anything’s possible, because the end is not in sight.

Red NOT Chili Peppers-THE NATIONS #1 RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS TRIBUTE–have been performing to packed venues, amphitheaters, parties, and festivals across the country for over fifteen years. With a focus on the John Frusciante-era LIVE performances, Red NOTS recreate the look, sound, and feel of one of the biggest and most successful bands to ever do it. In December 2021, Red NOTS became INTERNATIONAL once again with a landmark tour stop in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates, rocking to nearly 10,000 who were singing along to every word and demanding multiple encores! The band pays tribute to all eras of RHCP–so even the most die-hard enthusiasts will find satisfaction in the ever-evolving list of songs. Deep cuts, massive hits, covers and B-sides–Red NOTS does it all. The energy is exhilarating, the musicianship is mind-blowing, and the show is not to be missed.

The WNC Farmers Market is the premier destination for buying and selling the region’s best agriculture products directly from farmers & food producers to household & wholesale customers in an environment that celebrates the region’s diverse culture, food & heritage.

House of Operation:

WNC Farmers Market: 24/7, 361 days a year market access for farmers
Office: Monday- Friday, 8am-5pm
Market Shops: 7 days a week, 8 am-5 pm
Wholesale and Truck Sheds: 7 days a week

2022 Market Season: Every Friday April – October

From the local favorites to new regional acts, all live from the river banks of the Nantahala. Raft, dine, then jam with us with Live Music every Friday and Saturday from 5pm-8pm between Memorial Day and Labor Day!

Wanna hear the best local music ​and​ drink the best local beers? Hop aboard LaZoom’s Purple Bus and rock out with a local band while we take you on a journey to Asheville’s premiere local breweries.

We are delighted to welcome Cast Iron Bluegrass. They were the band that started it all two years go. You will love their high energy bluegrass.

These mountains are known as much for the music that comes out of them as they are for their picturesque vistas, cascading waterfalls and alluring trails.

Some of the world’s finest musicians have come from Western North Carolina and that rich tradition carries on today.

Here in Jackson County, the Town of Sylva, Jackson County Parks and Recreation Department and Jackson County Chamber of Commerce team up to produce the Concerts on the Creek series at the Bridge Park gazebo in Sylva every Friday from 7-9 p.m., typically from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

The 14th annual season will start on Friday, May 26 (Memorial Day weekend) and end on Friday, Sept. 1 (Labor Day weekend). That will be 15 Fridays of Concerts on the Creek, with the Fireworks Festivities and concert on Tuesday, July 4 sprinkled in for good measure.

• Friday, July 28: Lua Flora, folk/reggae (7-9 p.m.)
• Friday, Aug. 4: Tuxedo Junction, classic hits, (7-9 p.m.)
• Friday, Aug. 11: TLQ+2, classic rock and pop hits, (7-9 p.m.)
• Friday, Aug. 18: Get Right Band, psychedelic indie rock originals, (7-9 p.m.)
• Friday, Aug. 25: Maggie Valley Band, Appalachian/Americana folk rock, (7-9 p.m.)
• Friday, Sept. 1: PMA, roots/reggae/dub/fusion, (7-9 p.m.)

These events are free with donations encouraged. Everyone is welcome. Dogs must be on a leash. No smoking, vaping, coolers or tents allowed. Bring a chair or blanket. We will have food trucks available on select nights.

For more information, please contact the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce at 828-586-2155, visit our Facebook page, or visit us online at www.mountainlovers.com.

Join us for live music at Appalachian Mountain Brewery Taproom and Kitchen
Dolly Roger is an acoustic singer-songwriter duo from Charlotte, North Carolina. Their sound has been described as 70s folk-rock meets dreamy bedroom-pop with a bit of 90s influence. This combination blossoms in fun originals and hand-picked covers, offering an array of calming tones and upbeat songs for which to shake-a-leg. For the diverse music lover, Dolly Roger is an excellent way to appreciate some old favorites while discovering new sounds. “Peter” by Dolly Roger is now available on Spotify and Apple Music.

The Friday Night Music series will present the familiar 50’s and 60’s
classic rock and beach music from a host of different bands. Food vendors like Babbles Ice
Cream, Blue Ridge Hospitality and Eggs Up Grill will provide a some spice. The Carolina
Mountain Car Club will participate as in years past.

Friday Night Concerts
Super 60’s June 9
Gotcha Groove June 16
It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere June 23
Marsha Morgan June 30
Shades of Gray July 7
Thomas Brown July 14
Emporium July 21
Johnnie Blackwell Band July 28
Rock and Roll Reunion August 4
208 Army Band August 11
Night Moves Band August 18

Pop/Soul Icon ROBERTA FLACK was born in the Brookside community of Black Mountain and the town is proud to celebrate our native daughter and her amazing musical career. The Swannanoa Valley Museum and White Horse Black Mountain have teamed up to present unique event called FLACKTASTIC celebrating Roberta Flack and her music.

Regional favorite KAT WILLIAMS will be the featured vocalist. Kat Wiilliams is an accomplished singer of jazz, blues, rock, pop, gospel and broadway tunes and the perfect vocalist to pay tribute to Roberta Flack. Ms. Williams is known as Asheville’s Queen of Soul and has been compared to icons like Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald, Mavis Staples and Etta James.

White Horse owner and founder Bob Hinkle states: “Kat Williams could sing the phone book and move anybody in earshot…… Her voice and presence largely defy genre.

“KAT WILLIAMS has stirred our souls numerous times in her past appearances at White Horse. Her vocal talent is exceeded only by her huge heart and loving spirit.” says White Horse Event Coordinator, Don Talley.

It’s going to be a very special night and you are HIGHLY ENCOURAGED to purchase your tickets in advance as the show will likely sell out.

(Members of The Swannanoa Valley Museum and/or White Horse Black Mountain. will receive their special discount code for $5 off of ticket purchases for this event in upcoming emails and/or newsletters.)

Hendersonville Farmers Market aims to be a world-class market that contributes to the success of local producers and growers, expands access to farm fresh foods, and creates a vibrant community gathering space. With fresh produce, meats, baked goods, crafts, live entertainment, food trucks, and more, it’s a weekly outing with something for everybody!

Welcome to Western NC’s most premier farmers market!

Since 1980, we have been providing Asheville and the surrounding area with a full range of local, sustainably produced produce, meats, eggs, cheeses, breads, plants, prepared foods and crafts. Day vendors complement the members’ offerings with additional products and services.

The North Asheville Tailgate Market is a weekly, Saturday morning gathering of the best farmers, craftsmen, and bakers. With over 40 vendors and more than 40,000 annual customers, the market’s energetic and warm environment welcomes all.

The WNC Farmers Market is the premier destination for buying and selling the region’s best agriculture products directly from farmers & food producers to household & wholesale customers in an environment that celebrates the region’s diverse culture, food & heritage.

House of Operation:

WNC Farmers Market: 24/7, 361 days a year market access for farmers
Office: Monday- Friday, 8am-5pm
Market Shops: 7 days a week, 8 am-5 pm
Wholesale and Truck Sheds: 7 days a week

August 19th, 2023 from 10am-6pm

Harvest Records is turning *19 YEARS OLD* this Saturday and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🎂

Mark your calendars for Saturday 8/19! 🗓️

10am (that’s one hour early!)-6pm

19% off everything in the shop 🎧

Loads of fresh used goods hitting the floor that morning! 💿

Basement open with everything going for $1 or less!

DJs Jess Speer (@ecstaticlistening) ✨ and DJ Lil Meow Meow (@djlilmeowmeow) 🐈

Free beer 🍻 from Hi-Wire Brewing and New Belgium Brewing

Gypsy Queen food truck 🤤

Plus raffles and good times all around!

Thanks so much for 19 wonderful years. We feel incredibly lucky to be a part of this community and have your support and friendship. Long live independent record stores! 🏆

See you this Saturday!

Saturdays through Oct. 30. On College Street adjacent to campus of Mars Hill University. Music by Aaron Dingus. Visit www.marshillmarket.org.

Policies in effect at our Market:

• Walk-in service with vendors with proper distancing.
Once in the market, please distance from other customers while in line. Only one customer at a booth at one time.

The market will continue the following practices:
• Hand sanitizer will be available for shoppers and vendors throughout the market;
• A hand washing station is available;
• All vendor tents will be spaced to allow for physical distancing;
• Vendors will wear gloves and/or sanitize regularly when will handle open food products for customers;
• Vendors may sample their product but we ask that customers let the vendor provide a single sample and then step to the side, away from others, to try that product;
• No member of Market staff or Market vendors will be allowed to attend the Market if they are experiencing illness;
• If you have any questions or need the Market’s assistance in any way, please email us at  [email protected] and we will help any way we can.

We take the health and wellness of our community very seriously. Fresh local food is an important part of a healthy lifestyle and we want our community to have consistent and safe access to our local produce and products.

Thank you all for your cooperation and for your support of our Market.

Come enjoy an afternoon of singing and storytelling! Josh Goforth grew up in Madison County, surrounded by the music and stories of his ancestors. He is a highly accomplished storyteller and old-time, bluegrass, and swing musician playing close to 20 instruments. His fiddling was featured in the movie Songcatcher, both onscreen and on the soundtrack, and he was nominated for a Grammy for his 2009 release with David Holt, entitled Cutting Loose.

From the local favorites to new regional acts, all live from the river banks of the Nantahala. Raft, dine, then jam with us with Live Music every Friday and Saturday from 5pm-8pm between Memorial Day and Labor Day!