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The Swedish garage rock quintet made its long-awaited Asheville debut count, delivering trademark swagger and unrelenting intensity

Sure, the phones came out for “Cars” — but there was much more to Gary Numan’s Orange Peel set on March 12

A four-band Eulogy bill delivered sensory overload — from Violent Magic Orchestra's chaotic opener to Nothing's suffocating headline wall of sound

Riding the buzz of new album Singin' to an Empty Chair , Chicago's Ratboys filled The Grey Eagle on March 10 — with tourmates Florry's heavy alt-country sound more than holding its own

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Last week, the Asheville group featuring members of Tombstone Poetry, Headringer, Seven and a Half Giraffe, and Idle County announced the release of their self-titled debut album on March 11. Alongsid...

The future of jazz has arrived.

An internal DHS document obtained by 404 Media shows for the first time CBP used location data sourced from the online advertising industry to track phone locations. ICE has bought access to similar t...

Our guide to the best upcoming local shows.

The alt-rock legend delivered a blaring, sweat-drenched sermon that reaffirmed the invigorating power of live music

The experimental electronic composer played an enchanting one-off performance of his latest album.

The all-star trio channeled a compelling hybrid of musical traditions.

The Asheville-based frontman gives a track-by-track breakdown of his band’s new album.

Our guide to the best upcoming local shows.

With a new album, Hopeful Woman, due March 6 via Dear Life Records, singer-songwriter Natalie Jane Hill has shared a video for “I Thought Love Meant.” The album’s closing track is a sultry folk ballad...

Local experimental legend Tashi Dorji has shared the second single from his upcoming album low clouds hang, this land is on fire, due out January 30 on Drag City. Following a pair of acoustic releases...

On Monday, Asheville’s Powder Horns offered a first taste of new music since their fiery 2024 EP The Defeatist. From the opening moments of “ON/ON,” the growth of Brett J. Kent’s project is immediatel...

Asheville-area artists share their favorite music and musical experiences of the past 12 months.

Earlier this week, Sleeper Sofa released its new single, “Tell Me Stories.” It’s only the second track shared by the new project from Matthew McDaniel—joined by Miles Cramer (drums) and Buffalo Brown ...

MJ Lenderman just got the full GQ treatment. Wednesday dominated year-end lists. Indigo De Souza has been packing rooms with a diehard fanbase in tow. Asheville’s music scene has been on another level...

The LA-based trio proved just how timeless their album “ Howl” still sounds.

Local emo-punk quintet Paper Pills returns with its first new music since 2024’s deadname. “Shampoo” is a straight-up ripper, driven by discordant guitars that recall Wednesday’s noisier moments. The ...

Our guide to the best upcoming local shows.

Our guide to the best upcoming local shows.

Josh Tillman delivered his most confident and fulfilling local performance thus far in his fascinating career.

Local roots rocker Andrew Scotchie has built a reputation over the years for high-energy performances and unforgettable riffs. But just as defining as those trademarks is the deep heart at the center ...

Our guide to the best upcoming local shows.

The legendary indie rock bands added to their reputations at the downtown venue.

Organized by the vocalist/guitarist and his bandmates, Still Here Fest takes place Sept. 19-20 at Fleetwood’s.

Our guide to the best upcoming local shows.

Asheville darkwave duo Cold Choir is back with another banger, offering the first glimpse of an upcoming EP. Franky and Rio are in full command on "It's A Sin," locking into a relentless groove design...

The local rockers play a record release show Aug. 22 at The Orange Peel on a stacked bill.

All three local bands felt right at home on the prestigious stage.

With just a week to go until Bask celebrates its new album The Turning with a free release show at The Orange Peel — featuring an insane roster of support acts — the band has dropped a new video for '...

Back in June, I had the pleasure of seeing Julie Odell twice in just five days — first opening for Okkervil River at The Grey Eagle, then for Valley Maker at AyurPrana Listening Room. Though the New O...

In this local showcase, all three bands proved they belong on the city’s most prestigious stage.

On her new album Precipice, Asheville singer-songwriter Indigo De Souza leans fully into her pop sensibilities with the help of producer Elliott Kozel (Yves Tumor, SZA). While her previous releases le...

The Brooklyn shoegazers and the South Slope venue were a practically perfect fit.

Fresh off a pair of secret shows under the Kletz Brothers moniker in Carrboro and Asheville, Wednesday continues building momentum toward the September 19 release of Bleeds, the much-anticipated follo...

The cosmic folk artist and a handful of talented friends play AyurPrana Listening Room on Aug. 1.

This past weekend marked a major milestone for young Asheville-based singer-songwriter Tanner York. On Saturday night, he took the stage at the Orange Peel, opening a local showcase with The Silver Do...