A great deal of music to enjoy in Asheville this weekend
Jan. 21st, 2010 In glitzy jackets, glittering gloves and 80s regalia, Who’s Bad, The Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute Band, is an infectious party production that takes audiences on a musical expedition spanning three decades of Michael Jackson’s chart-cresting music. From ABC to You Rock My World no song is forgotten in this electrifying revival of Pop Music’s Royal Highness. Founded in 2004 by Vamsi Tadepalli and spearheaded by some of North Carolina’s optimum musicians, Who’s Bad has crafted an intricate performance complete with synchronized dance routines, blaring horn section and down-deep rhythms–each delivered with a precision that could only be superseded by the King himself. Since their first standing-room only concert, audiences have crowned them must-see entertainment singing along as if the moves, the music, and the memories belong to us all. Orange Peel
Jan. 22nd, 2010 Growing up together in Columbia, Joshua Swain and Jordan Miller spent time jamming in various high school bands. Swain, a multi-instrumentalist versed in guitar, bass, and drums, left for Floridas Full Sail University in 2001 while Miller honed his freestyle rap, guitar, and keyboard skills in Columbia. Upon returning in 2002, Swain reconnected with Miller and the two began writing songs in Swains garage using a drum machine and musical influences that range from Sublime to Tupac to Pink Floyd. The Movement was born. Early incarnations of the band found them as a trio consisting of Swain, Miller, and DJ Jon Ruff. They developed a loyal following as a trio and went on to release their first full length album, entitled On Your Feet. That album, recorded and mixed in 24 studio hours, was released in March of 2004 and continues to be well received by new fans worldwide.
World-beat percussion fused to electronica in a unique fashion would be the best description for the solo act known as Thunderdrums. Orange Peel
Jan. 23rd, 2009 One of Hollywood’s most versatile leading men. A brilliant stage actor, currently on Broadway in the multi Tony award-winning smash hit God of Carnage on Broadway. And, a lesser known phenomenon: an incredibly talented musician and vocalist who has been writing songs for more than 30 years. Don’t miss the fantastic treat of seeing the one and only Jeff Daniels for his singer/songwriter show. Diana Wortham
Jan. 24th, 2009 Join us for a special blow-out day and night of Swing Dance music. Our one-night package features a workshop with Michael Gamble and Jaya Dorf, an evening dance and concert with The Russ Wilson Orchestra and breakfast for two adults. Dancers will not want to miss this wonderful day filled with the best of music and the opportunity to enjoy our large dance floor supplemented by two auxiliary floors. Come join us and be a part of the inaugural Swing Dance Sunday at The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa! Swing Dance Sunday line-up: Sunday: Dance instruction, dance and concert with The Russ Wilson Orchestra and DJ Michael Gamble Grove Park Inn
