music
music
Jun 2014
Asheville couturier Anna Toth dishes on denim, fashion feats, and her new fall line
Jun 2014
A local singer-songwriter and bluegrass group release new albums, just in time for summer
Jun 2014
BJ Leiderman turns the dial from National Public Radio to local private life
May 2014
Head across the mountains to explore all that’s new in this revitalized and thriving city
Apr 2014
Before the Blue Ridge Parkway paved the way, Mt. Mitchell’s visitors rode storied rail lines and motor routes to the top
Dec 2013
You can never foresee how the life you choose—or the one that chooses you—can ultimately impact someone in extraordinary ways. Meet seven inspirational locals whose personal journeys are making a big difference in the lives of others.
Aug 2013
Carrying sound and story is the only way to live for a musical storyteller, rock-and-roll rambler, and two gifted brothers who all call the foothills of Western North Carolina home
Aug 2013
Bursting with shops and eateries in quaint brick buildings, Black Mountain looks and feels like a storybook village brought to life. Nestled in the Swannanoa Valley, the town first rose to prominence as a stop for tourists traveling to Mount Mitchell by train, and later by automobile. Modern travelers will also find it a charming place to explore.
Aug 2013
WPAQ in Mount Airy plays on to preserve the roots and spirit of mountain music
Apr 2013
This Polk County town’s image is forever tied to the steep railroad grade that once brought passengers to downtown, but more recently its outdoor persona is on the rise.
Mar 2013
Julian Morton's community, Invershiel, recreated a bit of his homeland in the High Country
Mar 2013
This year, MerleFest honors the life and legacy of one of the country's greatest pickers
Jan 2013
Make the most of winter’s laid-back pace with our list of guaranteed ways to pamper yourself—mind, body, and spirit
Nov 2012
A purveyor of chic home goods and owner of Neaco boutique shares his penchant for mod accoutrements and amusing novelties
Oct 2012
Across cultures and continents, Akira Satake excels in both music and pottery
Oct 2012
Cancer patients reconnect with a sense of inner calm at Wind River retreats
Oct 2012
Gourds will fly during Hayesville’s annual Punkin Chunkin Festival
Oct 2012
Get lost in Taylor Ranch’s pink corn maze in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Sep 2012
After debuting at New York Fashion Week this year, this clothing designer talks fabrics, style, and inspiration
Aug 2012
Historic Henry River Mill Village tells a tale beyond its role in The Hunger Games
Jul 2012
Each August, a group of friends parade up the gravel drive to Barbara Swell and Wayne Erbsen's home in Asheville bearing pies of all flavors, savory and sweet, with wacky names like Lazy Wife, Hungry Hobo, and Doggone Good Apple. A delicious frenzy of tasting and judging ensues and by sundown, nary a slice remains. Follow Barbara's lead for summer fun with recipes and tips for hosting a yummy gathering.
Jul 2012
The owners of the Inn at Little Pond Farm welcome guests for an instructive culinary fête
Jun 2012
There are endless reasons we all fall for the mountains, but one enchants us above all others: This place feels like home in our hearts. Here, five writers share how their deep connections to these hills were forged with Sunday drives, old-time music, wildflower hikes, and through the discovery of inspiration and strength.