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Brian Eno famously observed that “ambient music must be able to accommodate many levels of listening attention without enforcing one in particular; it must be as ignorable as it is interesting.” It’s a delicate balance — one that’s as difficult
McKinney
Some musicians grow up so immersed in music that their rich heritage reveals itself within the first minute of hearing them play. That’s certainly the case with McKinney, the remarkably talented daughter of local musical powerhouse Melissa McKinney.Raised in a
Todd Barry
Although Todd Barry might casually mention his memorable turn as Greasy in the 2001 film Pootie Tang as his artistic peak, it’s challenging to pinpoint a true definitive moment from his 35 years in comedy. From his rise in stand-up in
Dave Hill
At some point every young man is forced to ask the question that will ultimately impact the rest of his time on earth: Is whatever I’m planning to do tonight worth missing the chance to get drunk with friends and
Hari Kondabolu
A day after Vacation Baby’s debut on YouTube, I spoke with the comedian — who returns to The Orange Peel on Wednesday, May 17 — about the special and his attempt to interact with fans throughout the premiere.
Maria Bamford
The stand-up that Stephen Colbert once called his “favorite comedian on planet Earth” returns to town on Wednesday, May 10, to perform at The Orange Peel. In anticipation of the show, Maria Bamford spoke with Asheville Stages about connecting with
Nicholas Furgiuele / Gringo Star
For some people, music is just in their DNA. Brothers Nicholas and Peter Furgiuele of Atlanta-based garage rock quartet Gringo Star have been making music together since they were kids, which is no surprise considering that their grandfather Ed "Dr.
Soulside
Asheville locals may recognize Bobby Sullivan as the general manager at the French Broad Food Co-Op, but in another time — the mid-late 1980s — he was the energetic frontman for legendary Washington, D.C.-based post-hardcore band Soulside.
John Waters
In what still feels like a surreal fever dream, I recently had the opportunity to procure a brief phone chat with the “Pope of Trash” himself, the legendary John Waters.
Joe Pera
With him coming to town, I requested a brief conversion — and so, Joe Pera talked with me…
Eugene Mirman
In his latest promotional photo, Eugene Mirman is pictured standing in waist-deep water, eyes drifting off into the distance, hands chest level, with his fingers in the process of either buttoning up or unbuttoning his navy blue shirt. “You know, l
Chris Gethard
The telephone is a great source of anxiety for me and always has been. So when I was recently provided the opportunity to interview beloved comedian Chris Gethard over the phone, I jumped at the chance to overcome my telephobia.