PATIO: Cynthia McDermott
– ALL AGES- LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVECYNTHIA McDERMOTTCynthia McDermott pushes the envelope of what is possible with the mandolin. While her diverse musical background spans many decades and genres, her latest album of original music, slated for release later this year, hones in on her love of jazz, bossa nova and R&B to deliver a collection of songs that both soothe and stir the soul.Cynthia has developed an impressive musical presence in Asheville in the 5 years she has called it home. Currently leading 3 bands — MOOD RING (90s/2000s pop, R&B), Para Gozar (Cuban son, bolero), and The Knockin Boots (honky tonk) — and a frequent contributor to many other local projects, she averages 250+ performances a year. She also surrounds herself with top-notch musicians from the Asheville scene. The band features Duane Simpson (Dirty Logic, Saint Disruption) on guitar, Eli Kahn (After Ours, Orange Moon) on bass, and Evan Martin (The Honeycutters, The Core) on drums.Presenting her original music is a dream come true for Cynthia, and has been a long time in the making. She spent most of her 20s rambling around the US, Spain and France, formative years that would inform her musical tastes and inspire many songs. Her band during that time would feature these songs occasionally, but only as a supplement to their repertoire of vintage jazz and eclectic covers. Once she settled in Asheville, the name of the game was getting as much work as possible, and again, her original music took a backseat to the development of her nowrobust gigging career. While she loves being able to connect with audiences through cover songs they know and love, she is beyond proud and excited to take this step into sharing an even deeper experience, and she hopes that one day her listeners will sing her own songs back to her.
PATIO: The Whiskey Charmers
– ALL AGES- LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVETHE WHISKEY CHARMERS The Whiskey Charmers are a Detroit-based band led by Carrie Shepard and Lawrence Daversa. Fans have often compared their sound to riding through the desert with the top down, or the feeling of being in some lonesome smoky bar off the side of an abandoned highway, or music from a Spaghetti Western. William P Davis (Former Deputy Director of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville) says of the band, “I’ve heard a lot of good musicians. The Whiskey Charmers remind me of no one – and, to me, that is one of the best compliments an act can receive.” The Whiskey Charmers are currently touring to promote their fourth album “On The Run” which Ken Capobianco, Boston Globe Music Critic described as a “Sharply executed and evocative set of Americana rock filled with superbly arranged songs about the struggle to find connections, a sense of home, and a center in a ghost town of a world”. The rest of their discography includes a self titled album (2015) and “The Valley” (2017) which received a Detroit Music Award for Outstanding Country Recording, and “Lost on the Range” (2020), which received a Detroit Music Award for Outstanding Americana Recording. Many fans have found The Whiskey Charmers through the video game “Detroit: Become Human” which is set in their home city in the near future world of 2038 and has sold more then eight million copies worldwide. The band is working on their fifth full length record, set to release at the end of 2023.
PATIO: Highland Reverie
– ALL AGES- LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVEHIGHLAND REVERIE Influenced by the rich musical heritage of Appalachia, Luke and Madison Morris’ sound is rooted in the folk traditions they grew up in. Nonetheless, they use folk tradition as a jumping-off point into new sonic landscapes and imaginative songwriting. After crossing paths at bluegrass festival, the duo began playing together regularly in 2018. Highland Reverie just released their self-titled debut album back in January. Their lead singles, “Real World” and “Father Time” were featured on Spotify’s editorial playlists, “Indie Bluegrass” and “Grassroots.”The first part of their name “Highland” simply refers to the area they call home. Old-time and bluegrass music from the Appalachian highlands is the foundation for everything they create. The second part of their name “Reverie” is a noun that describes a daydream or a trance. It is used in a musical context to describe music that provokes a dream-like, meditative state. Their lyrics and smooth harmonies take the front seat while soft arrangements help to tell the story of each song. Together, Luke and Madison Morris bring a modern take on tradition that continues to evolve while remaining rooted in the music of Appalachia.
PATIO: Arnold Hill
– ALL AGES- LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVEARNOLD HILLArnold Hill is an alternative rock and Americana band based out of the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina. Identified by our lyrical storytelling, rich three-part harmonies, and dynamic instrumentation, Arnold Hill brings presence and energy to every stage we play.Arnold Hill released our first original LP, “Back To Life”, in 2019. As a follow-up to the success of our first album, Arnold Hill has released our second album, “How To Run” in 2021. Both albums can be found on all major streaming platforms. We are currently working on a ton of new material and look forward to releasing 2 EPs in 2023!
PATIO: Dani Kerr & The Skeleton Krew Presents “Woodstock ’69”
– ALL AGES- LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVEDANI KERR & THE SKELETON KREWDani Kerr & The Skeleton Krew is an electric, high-energy group that creates a unique blend of soul-powered southern rock n roll. The Krew will take you on a nostalgic ride of raw music influenced from southern rock, hard rock, soul, blues, funk & jazz. This show leaves you with that feel-good feeling you just can’t get enough of. If you are a fan of the 70’s and the surrounding eras, you don’t want to miss out on this band!
PATIO: Hot Rod Walt Duo
– ALL AGES- LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVEHOT ROD WALT (DUO)Hot Rod Walt” aka Walt Richards, was born in 1966. Not only does he play guitar and sing in the Psycho-DeVilles, but works on custom cars and motorcycles, does hand pinstriping and really just about anything you can imagine on a car or bike. He even has hand pinstriped 342 official special edition “Hot Rod Walt” Gretsch Guitars with over 500 in total. He also has a pretty cool car collection that includes a couple 51 Mercs, a 32 Ford and the famed 34 coupe “Yellow Jacket” Hot Rod Walt and the Psycho DeVilles were formed in 2002. They have released 10 CDs… “Out of the Garage and Onto the Street”, “Psycho Cadillac”, “Supercharger”, “Night Prowler”, “Rockabilly Rodeo”, “Country Gold”, “Rock N Roll Life”, “Motor Honey”, “Swingin’ On the Moon”, and “Rumble Road”. He also takes great pride in being endorsed by Gretsch Guitars…….. Nothing else compares.Hot Rod Walt shares the stage with two talented and loyal musicians……Burford T Ogletree on the Upright bass and Steve “Burnout” Barnett the hard hittin’ punk rock drummer that never runs out of energy. Together the Psycho-DeVilles perform a super high energy show. Singing songs about hot rod cars and mean women……………..The Psycho-DeVilles have had the pleasure of being a part of many TV shows. In 2010 on “Auction Kings” on the Discovery Channel Hot Rod Walt auctioned off his Pink 1960 Cadillac. Also in 2010 “Cafe’ Racer” on Discovery HDTheater/Velocity, where they brought him a custombuilt Cafe Racer motorcycle to test ride and build a story on the band. In 2011 they sent HRW off to the famous Hawleywoods Barbershop for a story on the Pompadour. In 2012 they made and featured a Music video of their song “Ton Up”. In 2013 The Psycho-DeVilles were featured in the Lifetime Movie “Ring of Fire” with Jewel and Matt Ross as Johnny Cash and June Carter as the “Tennessee Three”. In 2016 they were featured in the TV show “Caffeine and Octane” on Velocity Channel, following Hot Rod Walt doing a flame job on a 50 Mercury and then live performance from the band. In 2017 Hot Rod Walt was a host on Caffeine and Octane. Hot Rod Walt has also been a part in many TV shows and major motion pictures.
GREG HOWE “Lost and Found” Tour 2023
– ALL AGES- SEATED SHOW- LIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM SEATING TICKETS AVAILABLEGREG HOWEGreg Howe: Guitar Stu Hamm (Steve Vai, Joe Satriani): Bass Joel Taylor (Al DiMeola, Allan Holdsworth): Drums Legendary guitarist, Greg Howe, will kick off his North American tour ‘Lost and Found” this July 2023, which will feature tracks from a new upcoming studio album, in addition to many of his classic fan favorites. The 2023 touring band features renowned bassist Stu Hamm (Steve Vai, Joe Satriani) and drummer Joel Taylor (Al DiMeola, Allan Holdsworth) joining Greg Howe on guitar. Lost and Found marks Howe’s eleventh solo album and follows his 2017 Wheelhouse release, which was voted #6 of the top 20 best guitar albums of the decade by Guitar World Magazine.Throughout Howe’s long career, he has developed a solid reputation as a technical innovator, particularly for his “hammer-on from nowhere” technique, legato runs, unusual time signatures, and linear tapping approach. His self-titled debut album Greg Howe is ranked as one of the top 10 best shred albums of all time by Guitar World Magazine.Greg has also played key roles in numerous collaborative recording and touring projects along the way, partnering with the likes of world renowned musicians such as Dennis Chambers, Victor Wooten, Billy Sheehan, Jordan Rudess, Eddie Jobson, Tony Levin, Marco Minnemann, Richie Kotzen, Dave Weckl, and Tetsuo Sakurai, to name a few. In 2018, Howe recorded all the guitar work for the GRAMMY® nominated album Protocol IV by legendary drummer Simon Phillips, which also featured Ernest Tibbs (bass), and Dennis Hamm (keyboards).In addition to his personal recording career as an artist, Greg also made a name for himself as a stellar sideman and touring session musician with some of the biggest pop artists of all time such as Michael Jackson, Justin Timberlake, Rihanna, Nsync, Enrique Iglesias, Christina Aguilera, and others.Musical trends may come and go, but you always know what to expect with a new Greg Howe album and tour – and this veteran guitarist certainly won’t disappoint with what will undoubtedly be a breathtaking showcase featuring one of the best Rock/Fusion players in the world.Audiences will experience Greg Howe doing Greg Howe like no other. The show will include material from the new album, as well as, his most popular tracks such as “Jump Start”, “Kick it all over”, “Sunny”, and many more.SAMMY BOLLERHailed by Guitar World Magazine as “one of electric guitars most promising names.”, Candyrat recording artist Sammy Boller is bringing new life to the world of instrumental rock music. With his debut album, Kingdom Of The Sun, Boller reached #19 on the iTunes Rock Album Chart. With millions of total streams and over 200,000 followers on social media, guitarist Sammy Boller is a force to be reckoned with. When asked to describe his influences and approach, Sammy says, “My guitar playing has always been about plugging into an amp and blowing the walls down. I grew up wanting to be like Eddie Van Halen and Randy Rhoads, but over time I’ve found my own dark and aggressive style. These days, my dream as a musician is to make people feel as connected to the cosmos as I feel when I play the guitar. I’d love nothing more than that.”
OUTPOST: Bearly Dead
– ALL AGES- STANDING ROOM ONLY- RAIN OR SHINEBearly Dead is an all-star cast of players with deep roots in the New England jam & festival scene. While the band plays all of the Grateful Dead classics, they also dive into an extended catalog, which may include any song that any member of the Dead ever performed. With over 230 songs in rotation and new material being added all the time, Bearly Dead performs wildly different setlists every night and ensures that each show is a unique experience. With no designated “Jerry” or “Bobby”, this band is able to breathe new life into songs with their fresh, high-energy approach to them. Bearly Dead is a setlist-nerd’s dream! Founded during an intense snowstorm in April 2015, Bearly Dead played its first show at Church of Boston, marking the beginning of its hallowed Wednesday Night Residency. In September of that year, Church was sold and the band found a new home on Wednesday nights at Thunder Road in Somerville. During their 5 years at Thunder Road, Bearly Dead was nominated twice for the Boston Music Award’s “Live Music Residency of the Year,” and burst onto the scene as New England’s premier Grateful Dead tribute band. The phrase “Never Miss A Wednesday Show” became ubiquitous around Boston…and you really never knew what might happen! Bearly Dead’s Wednesday Night Residency at Thunder Road continued unabated every week since its inception in September 2015 until the club’s closing in 2020. Thunder Road was a beacon to all musicians on Wednesday nights to join in the fun, with notable appearances by Mike Campbell (Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers), Paul Wolstencroft (Slightly Stoopid), Steve Molitz (Particle/Phil Lesh & Friends), Kebbi Williams (Tedeschi Trucks Band), Rob Compa (Dopapod), Hayley Jane (Hayley Jane & The Primates), Johnny Trama (Dub Apocalypse), and Gary Backstrom (Gary Backstrom Band); and a surprise appearance by Jerry Garcia’s “Wolf” guitar in 2018 on Jerry Garcia’s birthday! The Wednesday Night Residency was briefly revived in 2021 at The Burren and Sonia before officially ending in May 2022.
Amy Steinberg: Album Release Show
– ALL AGES- SEATED SHOW- LIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM SEATING TICKETS AVAILABLEAMY STEINBERG (ALBUM RELEASE SHOW) “Singular” is the word that best describes Amy Steinberg. Uplifting, enlightening and hilarious with a voice that can burn the house down, Amy Steinberg is singer, songwriter and storyteller like none other. She plays the piano with her own swingy rhythmic bounce, injecting shades of jazz, rock, hip hop, and poetry, all with a theatrical flair. Deeply soulful, with her power belt, she sings of self-love, open-mindedness, and the holiness of everything. Amy is the Creatrix of House of Love & Light, an online spiritual community that began at the beginning of quarantine. Deeply involved with the New Thought and Positive Music world, as well as the LGBTQ+ community, she plays at conferences, Spiritual Centers, venues and festivals all over the country. Amy’s new recording is her 12th independent CD, “Big Bang Breaks” a powerful collection of uplifting gems.
PATIO: Clay Johnson and the Hard Promises
– ALL AGES- LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVECLAY JOHNSON AND THE HARD PROMISESClay Johnson & the Hard Promises, From Spartanburg, SC, were formed in the midst of 2020 as the backing band for solo musician Clay Johnson. Tying together the classic traditions of southern folk music along with modern takes on Country/Americana; the band brings together sounds across multiple American genres with an earnest southern flavor.
