interview Archive
12 Nov 2019
The Irresistible Attraction of Local Talent: The Magnetic Theatre — STORY MOVED
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11 Nov 2019
No Cheeseburger, No Pepsi: The Burger Bar
First in a five-part series Asheville, North Carolina is undeniably a major tourist destination. The local economy is built on tourism. And while there’s endless discussion among locals as to […]
09 Nov 2019
Ben Phan Follows His Creative Path
Singer, songwriter and guitarist Ben Phan has been making music for most of his life. Through formal and informal study, he has immersed himself in classical, jazz, funk, African dance […]
30 Oct 2019
Elle Swan: One Bold Move After Another
There is no shortage of self-help gurus, motivational speakers and life coaches. Paths toward enlightenment include everything from mainstream religion to yoga to 12-step programs to meditation. A newcomer to […]
25 Oct 2019
Rhapsodizing with Rick Wakeman
Legendary keyboardist Rick Wakeman is perhaps best known for his work with Yes, a group he has joined and quit at least five times since the early ’90s. But the […]
24 Oct 2019
La Santa Cecilia: Honesty Transcends Language
Grammy-winning La Santa Cecilia bridges the gap between traditional and modern music. The group of Mexican-American musicians was among the headlining acts at this year’s LEAF Fall Festival. Part of […]
21 Oct 2019
The Marcus King Band: All in the Family
Though he’s a mere 23 years old, Greenville, S.C.-born guitarist and songwriter Marcus King already has three albums and an EP to his credit. In the space of just a […]
19 Oct 2019
Asheville Improv Comedy Fest: Planning to Improvise
Improvisation is performance without a net: there’s no script and no direction. The actors onstage succeed or fail on the strength of their quick wit and ability to work together. […]
11 Oct 2019
Ex Hex is Bigger and Better Than Ever
It’s best not to read too much into the fact that eclectic musician and songwriter Mary Timony’s band Ex Hex took its name from a solo album she made back […]
09 Oct 2019
A Session with the Session Man: Rick Wakeman (Part Two)
Continued from Part One… Of all the sessions you’ve played on, is there one that really stands out as a particularly disastrous or unpleasant? No. I’ve never had any unpleasant […]