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SUMMARY:Paper Crowns
DESCRIPTION:The Paper Crowns are the multi-instrument\, genre crossing power duo of Spiro and Nicole Nicolopoulos. The Paper Crowns are earning their reputation as the genuine article and as a band on the cutting edge of modern roots music. Their musical chemistry is a gumbo of Appalachian folk and bluegrass\, Dixieland melodies\, delta blues\, acid rock\, murder ballads\, outlaw country and Southern Gospel that they cook up into a sound all their own. As a duo they have a full band sound with drums\, bass\, acoustic and electric guitars and banjo as well as live looping on the spot compositions. Their mix of modern and traditional performance creates a captivating intensity yet always honors their intimacy and emotional rawness as a duo.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/paper-crowns-5/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
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SUMMARY:Phantom Clutch
DESCRIPTION:Phantom Clutch brings together some of Western North Carolina’s most accomplished musicians for a fresh take on roots rock\, Americana\, and country-infused originals. Fronted by Ryan Furstenberg of The Moon & You\, alongside Andrew Platt\, Jackson Dulaney\, and an all-star lineup\, the band delivers rich harmonies\, standout musicianship\, and songs that feel both timeless and new. Whether laying into driving rock grooves or stripped-down acoustic moments\, Phantom Clutch creates a performance that’s soulful\, dynamic\, and built for music lovers.
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LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ryan Taylor Price
DESCRIPTION:Ryan Taylor Price crafts richly layered Americana with a songwriter’s precision and a roots musician’s soul. His album The Axe & The Tree blends pedal steel\, mandolin\, and warm folk-rock textures into songs that feel both cinematic and deeply personal. With a voice that carries grit and grace in equal measure\, Price leans into thoughtful lyrics\, strong melodies\, and dynamic arrangements that move from intimate acoustic moments to sweeping\, full-band sound. Honest\, resonant\, and beautifully crafted—his music lingers long after the last chord fades.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/ryan-taylor-price-2/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
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SUMMARY:Highway 52
DESCRIPTION:Highway 52 is an acoustic Blues and Americana group that includes four seasoned\, local musicians. Playing Blues and Americana favorites\, as well as some more eclectic covers and originals\, the band knows how to get a room thumping and singing along. Band members are Bill Loftus on guitar/harmonica/vocals; Mike ‘Country’ Carver\, guitar/vocals; Paul McIntire\, electric violin; and Lauren Bandy\, standup and electric bass.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/highway-52-5/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
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SUMMARY:A Tale Of Two
DESCRIPTION:This storytelling Americana blues duo blends the sultry jazz vocals of Stephanie Adlington with the swampy guitar stylings of Aaron Lessard. Known for their Southern-Gothic charm and cinematic flair\, A Tale of Two crafts vivid\, intimate tales of love\, loss\, and longing. Their vintage-inspired sound bridges folk\, blues\, and roots traditions\, earning them a spotlight at AmericanaFest and acclaim as “blues arias with soul\, intrigue and power.” Their dynamic chemistry on stage captivates audiences\, creating a live show that feels as timeless as it is emotionally raw.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/a-tale-of-two-3/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
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SUMMARY:Shane Meade
DESCRIPTION:Shane Meade is a gifted singer-songwriter whose soulful blend of folk\, rock\, and Americana has earned him a loyal following throughout the Southeast. Whether performing solo or with his band\, Shane Meade & the Sound\, he delivers heartfelt originals\, uplifting lyrics\, and feel-good grooves that create an instant connection with every audience. His warm vocals\, honest songwriting\, and engaging stage presence turn every performance into an unforgettable evening of music that inspires\, entertains\, and brings people
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/shane-meade-6/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
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