Coverfest IV: A Benefit For Asheville Middle School
ALL AGESSTANDING ROOM ONLY 100% OF TICKET PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT ASHEVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL’S 8TH GRADE TRIP TO DC Coverfest IV: A Benefit for Asheville MiddleGet ready for an evening of incredible live music, community spirit, and heartfelt support at Coverfest IV, a one-of-a-kind benefit concert happening at The Grey Eagle in Asheville on January 19, 2025. The annual event will feature 10 outstanding local and regional acts, each performing mini-sets of cover songs from a wide range of genres and eras, Coverfest promises something for everyone — all in support of a great cause!100% of ticket sales will go directly to benefit Asheville Middle School’s 8th Grade Capstone Trip to Washington, DC, which gives students the opportunity to experience history in the making with visits to monuments, museums, and landmarks in the nation’s capital. This trip is a unique educational experience, and Coverfest IV is dedicated to helping make it possible for every student to attend. The Grey Eagle is the perfect venue for this high-energy, family-friendly event, known for its intimate atmosphere and excellent acoustics. Attendees can expect not only an incredible night of music but also the chance to connect with fellow community members, show their support for Asheville Middle School, and help send a group of deserving students on a life-changing trip to Washington, DC. Don’t forget to come hungry, the Grey Eagle Taqueria will serve dinner all evening, so bring the family!“We are thrilled to once again have Coverfest at the Grey Eagle, they are top-shelf supporters of the community,” said event organizer, local musician, & Asheville Middle teacher Joe Hooten. “This event is a fun way for our community to come together and help give our students an unforgettable experience that will help shape their education and memories for years to come. And the music is always great at Coverfest, this year’s lineup will certainly not disappoint”. Bands (not in order of appearance) Why, Why?Double Love & the TroubleSantiago y los GatosEleanor Underhill & FriendsMoon and YouMoon WaterFancy & the GentlemanJohn Kirby JR & New SeniorsPaul Edelman (Jangling Sparrows) PINKEYE
TOGETHER WE RISE: A Benefit Concert for BeLoved Asheville ft. John Cowan, Darrell Scott, Andrea Zonn, Jeff Sipe
ALL AGES SEATED SHOW 100% OF NET TICKET PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT BELOVED ASHEVILLE ABOUT BELOVED ASHEVILLE’S HURRICANE HELENE RELIEF EFFORTS: Hurricane Helene has left a wake of devastation and tragedy. Through this hardship, we’ve been surrounded by stories of generosity and solidarity, pouring in from across the nation. We are dedicating all of our resources to help everyone in our mountain home. Our immediate focus has been on critical necessities like food, water, and healthcare for survival and stability. As winter looms, we are securing warm and safe housing for the displaced. Looking further ahead, recovery from the vast destruction will be a large-scale investment over several years. We believe that we can unite to rebuild a community that embodies home, health, equity, and opportunity for all. The response from our community and beyond has been nothing short of extraordinary. We’ve received an overwhelming amount of support. Our country has exemplified the BeLoved mission to bring people together from all walks of life to tackle the toughest challenges: housing insecurity, homelessness, food insecurity, racism, poverty, climate change, and social injustice. The overwhelming support from our community has been beautiful. We are deeply grateful for the first responders, volunteers, and donors who have supported us thus far by putting love into action. Your generosity has brought hope and relief to many in dire need. At BeLoved, we dream of rebuilding our mountain home to embody the actions and empathy of our community. CLICK HERE TO MAKE ADDITIONAL DONATIONS TO BELOVED ASHEVILLE FEATURING PERFORMANCES BY: JOHN COWAN, DARRELL SCOTT, ANDREA ZONN, JEFF SIPE
Restore the Warren Wilson College Farm: Benefit Concert Series
ALL AGES PARTIALLY SEATED SHOW DONATIONS AT THE DOOR STRONGLY ENCOURAGED Hurricane Helene has impacted so much of Western NC, and the Warren Wilson College Farm is no exception. The heart and soul of Warren Wilson College, and an integral part of the Swannanoa Valley, the WWC Farm has been in existence since 1894, and transformed the lives of generations of not only WWC students, but the people of Western NC and beyond. For more information about the concert, please contact Dr. Jason DeCristofaro at [email protected] or (828)273-8254. FEATURING PERFORMANCE FROM: Samara Jade Miriam Allen The Feels Anne Coombs/Laura Blackley/Nicole Nicolopolous Trio
Anya Hinkle + The Greenliners: Hurricane Relief Concert for Swannanoa’s Beacon Foundation
ALL AGESPARTIALLY SEATED SHOW (please note the option of SEATED vs SRO at checkout) NET TICKET PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT SWANNANOA’S BEACON FOUNDATION Swannanoa Grassroots Alliance meetup 5:30 to 7:00. Net ticket proceeds to benefit Swannanoa’s Beacon Foundation. The Swannanoa Grassroots Alliance is a collaboration of neighbors, local nonprofits, businesses, and churches actively working to inform the community and support relief, recovery, and rebuilding efforts in the Swannanoa Valley.SGA’s mission is to share accurate information, provide helpful resources, and serve as a communication bridge within the valley. They’re also here to listen to neighbors and ensure that all voices are heard and advocated for, as external relief organizations arrive and government entities begin the process of rebuilding.Their digital presence on social media (“Swannanoa Grassroots Alliance” on Facebook and Instagram) and their website, SwannanoaGrassrootsAlliance.org, are meant to serve as a hub for resources, services, and information for folks who live in Swannanoa and the surrounding area. The information is updated daily to ensure accuracy. For more information, or to get involved, reach out to [email protected] ANYA HINKLE Born in the Appalachian Mountains of Virginia, ANYA HINKLE’s music is steeped in the tones of folk and bluegrass and seasoned by travels across the world with vivid storytelling, vibrant musicianship, and arresting honesty. Anya won the Merlefest Chris Austin song contest and was a finalist in the Hazel Dickens songwriting competition in 2019 for her song “Ballad of Zona Abston,” and was runner-up in the International Acoustic Music Awards in 2022 for “Hills of Swannanoa.” She has recorded some 10 albums in various collaborations both in the US and Japan. Her most recent album OCEANIA was recorded at Citizen Vinyl in Asheville, NC with storied producer Kevin Moloney (U2, Sinéad O’Connor), featuring legendary Irish guitarist John Doyle and slide guitar master Billy Cardine. THE GREENLINERS The Greenliners are an Asheville based band made up of veteran musicians from the Western North Carolina scene. The five piece acoustic unit is known for mixing a unique blend of progressive bluegrass, Americana, and folk music and topping it off with a touch of jam. Their style incorporates traditional bluegrass elements like acoustic instruments—banjo, mandolin, guitar, upright bass, and dobro— while also infusing more contemporary influences. This gives their sound a fresh, modern take on roots music while honoring the traditions of Americana and bluegrass.
OUTPOST FREE SHOW: Phoenix Festival
– FREE ADMISSION – STANDING ROOM ONLY – RAIN OR SHINE – FOOD TRUCK: COOKING WITH COMEDY Laura Blackley – 5:30pm Jesse Bloodgood – 6:30pm Holler & Crow – 8:00pm For its first big community event, Phoenix Fire Coffee is hosting Phoenix Festival – a fundraising event and small business expo showcasing local artists, food trucks, and live music. Food and vendors open from 4pm to 9pm. Music goes until 11pm. We hope to use this event to raise money for our grand opening while simultaneously uplifting small businesses and fostering a sense of community. Find a full list of vendors here >>> https://www.phoenixfirecoffee.com/phoenix-festival Admission is free, but a donation of $5 or more would be greatly appreciated. We’re hugely thankful to Blue Ridge Pride for their support in putting on this event. -Writer’s Guild Intro + Book Swap – 4:30pm-Yoga Stretch Break – 5:00pm-Bonfire, S’mores, & Campfire Songs – 9:30pm-Dye Your Own Bandanna-Intro to D&D-Axe-Throwing
COVERFEST III: A Benefit for Asheville Middle School
– ALL AGES- STANDING ROOM- PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT ASHEVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOLCOVERFEST IIISunday January 14th, the Grey Eagle will host Coverfest III: “A Benefit for Asheville Middle”. This special community event will raise funds for Asheville Middle School’s annual 8th Grade capstone trip to Washington DC. Several of Asheville’s amazing bands will donate their time & talent to perform mini-sets of covers throughout the day. Come hungry and get dinner at the Grey Eagle Taqueria as this year’s Coverfest promises to be a uniquely entertaining night of music & community all for a great cause. Doors 4pm, show 5pm till 10pm. FEATURING PERFORMANCES FROM:Drunken PrayerDulci EllenbergerFashion BathHearts Gone SouthJeff Santiago y Los GatosKid BillyKrave AmikoScott Stetson’s Stink Bug BandTin Roof EchoUpland Drive
RELIEF FOR MAUI: A Benefit Concert & Auction
– ALL AGES- STANDING ROOM ONLY- DETAILS ON AUCTION ITEMS COMING SOON! RELIEF FOR MAUI: A Benefit Concert and Auction featuring….TALL TALL TREESJULIE ODELLMIKE MARTINEZALEX KRUGOLD SAPJUAN HOLLADAYLO WOLFWELLSPRINGCLAIRE HOKETHREADBAREWILL HARTZRYAN FURSTENBURGSUGARFOOTAll proceeds go toward relief efforts on Maui.
Benefit Concert for Evergreen Community Charter School ft Late Shifters, Blushin’ Roulettes and more!
– ALL AGES- STANDING ROOM ONLYBENEFIT CONCERT FOR EVERGREEN COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Evergreen Community Charter School is a K-8 learning community committed to the pursuit of excellence in the holistic education of mind, body, and spirit. We prepare students for successful lifelong learning, social responsibility, environmental stewardship, and service. We value the voice of every member of our community.Featuring….THE LATE SHIFTERS Southern rock meets jam band meets Americana with The Late Shifters, a necessity-born, passion-driven, local band, playing back holler, Asheville rock. With a nod to their Southern rock and Appalachian roots, The Late Shifters have found a way to express their love for the region and its rich environment and culture through amplified and warm electric sound. In 2023, the band will be releasing their debut album featuring crowd-favorite originals like Highway 191 and Letting Go. They have an enthusiastic following around town and have plans to take their show on the road regionally this spring. These five, hardworking, hard-playing family men have brought together their individual talents from both southern corners of Buncombe County. The Late Shifters have been playing around the corner and around the campfire for years, and chances are, you probably know at least one of them. Bring your families and boogie shoes for a soul-warming, bootie shaking, rocking good time. BLUSHIN’ ROULETTES The Blushin’ Roulettes deliver sultry, smoky, swingin’ twang. “Their songs are stripped down, sexy little jewel boxes stuffed with ancient mountain magic,” says the San Francisco Free Folk Festival. Guitaress and songwriter Angie Heimann belts her stirring songs of damsels in their bliss and distress in a clarion vibrato often likened to Iris Dement. Cas Sochacki thumps the double bass and interlaces bright dobro stylings amid the rich lyrics of the Roulettes’ more serious songs, and rings in vocally with his molasses baritone on the occasional cheeky duet. The Roulettes have newly expanded their North Carolina lineup to include the prominent Asheville players Cynthia McDermott (mandolin and vocals,) Jay Brown (guitar and vocals) and James T. Browne (drums.) JUAN HOLLADAYHailing from the desert southwest, Juan Holladay is a quiet storm, down tempo, lo-fi crooner.BLUESTREAK Bluestreak formed when a couple of best friends turned their love of rock into a new teenage band. They are a new generation of rockers working through the classic rock songbook and adding their own jamming blues originals to the mix. They are sure to throw in some Southern rock, a classic Country tune and maybe even an impromptu jam. Bluestreak is a rock ensemble crafting their sound from 2 guitars, bass, keyboard and drums. Their song selections are sure to please your ears no matter what generation you’re from. From the Grateful Dead to REO Speedwagon this quintet rocks the block with their amazing sound. Come out and have a blast with Bluestreak, your favorite local teen band.
