
Horace Trahan & the Ossun Express at the Cork & Keg
Accordion-led Cajun and Zydeco rhythms meet powerful vocals in a lively Louisiana-rooted performance, bringing the infectious sounds of traditional dance music to Asheville.
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Road-worn traditional country songs, nimble picking, and expressive yodeling bring an old-time honky-tonk spirit to an intimate Asheville listening room. The multi-instrumentalist’s busking roots shape a lively, rootsy set.

Road-worn traditional country songs, nimble picking, and expressive yodeling bring an old-time honky-tonk spirit to an intimate Asheville listening room. The multi-instrumentalist’s busking roots shape a lively, rootsy set.
Road-worn traditional country songs, nimble picking, and expressive yodeling bring an old-time honky-tonk spirit to an intimate Asheville listening room. The multi-instrumentalist’s busking roots shape a lively, rootsy set.

High-energy traditional bluegrass with tight harmonies, quick banjo rolls, and driving upright bass fills the room for a lively, toe-tapping night. Cozy wine-bar setting keeps it close-up and conversational between songs.

High-energy traditional bluegrass with tight harmonies, quick banjo rolls, and driving upright bass fills the room for a lively, toe-tapping night. Cozy wine-bar setting keeps it close-up and conversational between songs.
High-energy traditional bluegrass with tight harmonies, quick banjo rolls, and driving upright bass fills the room for a lively, toe-tapping night. Cozy wine-bar setting keeps it close-up and conversational between songs.

Pulsing West African afro rhythm from the Diali Cissokho Trio, led by shimmering kora lines and tight hand percussion. An energetic roots-fusion set in an intimate listening-room style bar for a lively night out.

Pulsing West African afro rhythm from the Diali Cissokho Trio, led by shimmering kora lines and tight hand percussion. An energetic roots-fusion set in an intimate listening-room style bar for a lively night out.
Pulsing West African afro rhythm from the Diali Cissokho Trio, led by shimmering kora lines and tight hand percussion. An energetic roots-fusion set in an intimate listening-room style bar for a lively night out.

Mountain-rooted sounds bring an Appalachian feel to an evening of live music in downtown Asheville. A fitting stop for listeners drawn to regional roots traditions and an intimate barroom atmosphere.

Mountain-rooted sounds bring an Appalachian feel to an evening of live music in downtown Asheville. A fitting stop for listeners drawn to regional roots traditions and an intimate barroom atmosphere.
Mountain-rooted sounds bring an Appalachian feel to an evening of live music in downtown Asheville. A fitting stop for listeners drawn to regional roots traditions and an intimate barroom atmosphere.

Oktoberfest festivities bring German beer culture and a lively brewery party atmosphere to Asheville, with Lagerhosen supplying upbeat polka inspired live music for a spirited autumn celebration.

Oktoberfest festivities bring German beer culture and a lively brewery party atmosphere to Asheville, with Lagerhosen supplying upbeat polka inspired live music for a spirited autumn celebration.
Oktoberfest festivities bring German beer culture and a lively brewery party atmosphere to Asheville, with Lagerhosen supplying upbeat polka inspired live music for a spirited autumn celebration.

Players follow rotating old-time musicians through traditional tunes, learning by playing in a moderate-paced acoustic jam designed for participation, skill-building, and connection among Asheville’s folk music community.

Players follow rotating old-time musicians through traditional tunes, learning by playing in a moderate-paced acoustic jam designed for participation, skill-building, and connection among Asheville’s folk music community.
Players follow rotating old-time musicians through traditional tunes, learning by playing in a moderate-paced acoustic jam designed for participation, skill-building, and connection among Asheville’s folk music community.
Traditional bluegrass brings 1940s, 50s, and 60s string band sounds to the mountains, pairing classic material with original songs rooted in timeless narratives and Western North Carolina musical heritage.
Traditional bluegrass brings 1940s, 50s, and 60s string band sounds to the mountains, pairing classic material with original songs rooted in timeless narratives and Western North Carolina musical heritage.
Traditional bluegrass brings 1940s, 50s, and 60s string band sounds to the mountains, pairing classic material with original songs rooted in timeless narratives and Western North Carolina musical heritage.

An intimate trio set centers Asheville vocalist Peggy Ratusz, bringing soulful blues and jazz phrasing into a polished, close-up room performance for an evening of roots-minded song.

An intimate trio set centers Asheville vocalist Peggy Ratusz, bringing soulful blues and jazz phrasing into a polished, close-up room performance for an evening of roots-minded song.
An intimate trio set centers Asheville vocalist Peggy Ratusz, bringing soulful blues and jazz phrasing into a polished, close-up room performance for an evening of roots-minded song.

An energetic evening set in a bustling brewpub taproom with Todd Cecil and Dirt Yard Choir, pairing amplified band sounds with fresh pours and a lively weekend crowd at the Funkatorium.

An energetic evening set in a bustling brewpub taproom with Todd Cecil and Dirt Yard Choir, pairing amplified band sounds with fresh pours and a lively weekend crowd at the Funkatorium.
An energetic evening set in a bustling brewpub taproom with Todd Cecil and Dirt Yard Choir, pairing amplified band sounds with fresh pours and a lively weekend crowd at the Funkatorium.

Settle into a casual barbecue bar atmosphere for a Saturday night of live music, pairing a relaxed evening out with the energy of a neighborhood gathering.

Settle into a casual barbecue bar atmosphere for a Saturday night of live music, pairing a relaxed evening out with the energy of a neighborhood gathering.
Settle into a casual barbecue bar atmosphere for a Saturday night of live music, pairing a relaxed evening out with the energy of a neighborhood gathering.

Appalachian bluegrass harmonies and heartfelt songwriting meet jam-inspired improvisation and laid-back reggae rhythms. A close-knit trio blends Smoky Mountain tradition with adventurous, genre-crossing acoustic sounds.

Appalachian bluegrass harmonies and heartfelt songwriting meet jam-inspired improvisation and laid-back reggae rhythms. A close-knit trio blends Smoky Mountain tradition with adventurous, genre-crossing acoustic sounds.
Appalachian bluegrass harmonies and heartfelt songwriting meet jam-inspired improvisation and laid-back reggae rhythms. A close-knit trio blends Smoky Mountain tradition with adventurous, genre-crossing acoustic sounds.

Rotating musicians explore bluegrass and its many influences through guitars, vocals, and an evolving cast of players from Asheville’s grass and adjacent music scenes in an intimate underground setting.

Rotating musicians explore bluegrass and its many influences through guitars, vocals, and an evolving cast of players from Asheville’s grass and adjacent music scenes in an intimate underground setting.
Rotating musicians explore bluegrass and its many influences through guitars, vocals, and an evolving cast of players from Asheville’s grass and adjacent music scenes in an intimate underground setting.

A live band set brings an intimate, energetic performance to a downtown Asheville bar, creating a relaxed setting for an evening of music and socializing.

A live band set brings an intimate, energetic performance to a downtown Asheville bar, creating a relaxed setting for an evening of music and socializing.
A live band set brings an intimate, energetic performance to a downtown Asheville bar, creating a relaxed setting for an evening of music and socializing.
High-energy New Orleans funk and brass-rock grooves led by trombone and horns, backed by Orleans Avenue’s tight rhythm section, with an opening set from singer-songwriter Abraham Alexander. Outdoor amphitheater concert at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. in Mills River.
High-energy New Orleans funk and brass-rock grooves led by trombone and horns, backed by Orleans Avenue’s tight rhythm section, with an opening set from singer-songwriter Abraham Alexander. Outdoor amphitheater concert at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. in Mills River.
High-energy New Orleans funk and brass-rock grooves led by trombone and horns, backed by Orleans Avenue’s tight rhythm section, with an opening set from singer-songwriter Abraham Alexander. Outdoor amphitheater concert at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. in Mills River.

A Cajun cooking competition brings Louisiana-inspired cuisine and bold regional flavors to a lively brewery gathering.

A drop-in Balboa lesson leads into a DJ’d social dance and guided practice, with mini private lessons available. Connect with Asheville’s swing dance community in a relaxed downtown bar setting.

A drop-in Balboa lesson leads into a DJ’d social dance and guided practice, with mini private lessons available. Connect with Asheville’s swing dance community in a relaxed downtown bar setting.
A drop-in Balboa lesson leads into a DJ’d social dance and guided practice, with mini private lessons available. Connect with Asheville’s swing dance community in a relaxed downtown bar setting.

Late-night bar set in a downtown Asheville hangout with Coddle Creek on stage. Expect an easygoing night-out vibe with drinks, small-room energy, and close-up crowd interaction.

Late-night bar set in a downtown Asheville hangout with Coddle Creek on stage. Expect an easygoing night-out vibe with drinks, small-room energy, and close-up crowd interaction.
Late-night bar set in a downtown Asheville hangout with Coddle Creek on stage. Expect an easygoing night-out vibe with drinks, small-room energy, and close-up crowd interaction.
Gypsy jazz and Django Reinhardt inspired swing fills the Kittredge Theatre with nimble lead guitar runs, rhythmic la pompe strumming, and tight ensemble interplay. A polished evening concert in Swannanoa with a festival headliner vibe.
Gypsy jazz and Django Reinhardt inspired swing fills the Kittredge Theatre with nimble lead guitar runs, rhythmic la pompe strumming, and tight ensemble interplay. A polished evening concert in Swannanoa with a festival headliner vibe.
Gypsy jazz and Django Reinhardt inspired swing fills the Kittredge Theatre with nimble lead guitar runs, rhythmic la pompe strumming, and tight ensemble interplay. A polished evening concert in Swannanoa with a festival headliner vibe.

A high-voltage electric ensemble brings a bold, soulful edge to an intimate mountain music room, with choir-sized harmonies and a spirited live-band atmosphere for an evening of amplified performance.

A high-voltage electric ensemble brings a bold, soulful edge to an intimate mountain music room, with choir-sized harmonies and a spirited live-band atmosphere for an evening of amplified performance.
A high-voltage electric ensemble brings a bold, soulful edge to an intimate mountain music room, with choir-sized harmonies and a spirited live-band atmosphere for an evening of amplified performance.

A lineup of Asheville women musicians brings soulful blues performances and a community-minded taproom atmosphere, with local beer and pizza rounding out an easygoing night of live music.

A lineup of Asheville women musicians brings soulful blues performances and a community-minded taproom atmosphere, with local beer and pizza rounding out an easygoing night of live music.
A lineup of Asheville women musicians brings soulful blues performances and a community-minded taproom atmosphere, with local beer and pizza rounding out an easygoing night of live music.
