folk Archive
03 Jun 2023
Ride Along with Tina and Her Pony
When it comes to Tina and Her Pony, the name is the same, but many other things have changed. Classically-tinged Americana/folk outfit Tina and Her Pony got their start in […]
16 May 2023
Loudon Wainwright III: A Lifetime of Achievements
The global events of the last few years – global pandemic, political unrest, a brutal war in Europe – could provide more than enough motivation for a songwriter to create […]
15 May 2023
30 Days Out, May 2023 #2: Jonny Couch, Acid Mothers Temple, Sierra Ferrell, Randall Bramblett
Four nationally-touring acts are among the live music highlights in Asheville in the coming 30 days. Go see ‘em, and support local artists as well. Artist: Jonny Couch Venue: Fleetwood’s […]
27 Apr 2023
The State of Touring: an Asheville Perspective, Part 1 of 2
Asheville serves as the base of operation for numerous touring music artists; when they’re not on the road, quite a few solo artists and band members call Western North Carolina […]
15 Mar 2023
30 Days Out, March 2023 #2: Satsang, Sawyer Fredericks, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Winery Dogs
This edition of 30 Days Out takes a look at a well-known and beloved national touring act as well as some lesser-known artists whose work is well worth investigation. Artist: […]
03 Mar 2023
Q&A: Woody Platt on Making Music with Shannon Whitworth
Guitarist Woody Platt is best known as a founding and longtime member of Steep Canyon Rangers. After more than two decades with the band, he left earlier this year, in […]
02 Mar 2023
Albannach: Ear to the Past, Eye to the Future
When compared to modern genres, folk music traditions around the globe are sometimes thought of as more quietly understated. But there’s nothing at all restrained in the music of Albannach. […]
01 Mar 2023
30 Days Out, March 2023 #1: Stews, Beths, Martin Sexton, Bask
There’s lots going on musically in and around Asheville in the next 30 days. Here are some highlights. Artist: The Stews Venue: Salvage Station Date: Friday, March 3, 8 p.m. […]
23 Feb 2023
Hundred Word Reviews, February 2023, Part Four
In the last few days I’ve covered new releases; now it’s time for quick looks at five reissue/archival releases of note. APB – Something to Believe In I will admit […]
21 Feb 2023
Hundred Word Reviews, February 2023 Part Two
More capsule reviews. All new releases. Get ‘em while they’re hot. Ward White – Ice Cream Chords When I reviewed Ward White’s 2021 album The Tender Age, I was struck […]