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SUMMARY:1st Time Around
DESCRIPTION:Jacques Bourgeois’ own group\, 1st Time Around brings together some of the Carolinas’ most proficient young Bluegrass musicians for a fresh take on the classics\, alongside some brand-new original songs. Featuring Jacques Bourgeois on fiddle\, Elijah Ellenburg on bass\, JonPaul Sepulveda on guitar\, Judson Stone on mandolin\, and Henry Strid on banjo\, the band delivers virtuosic musicianship\, rock-solid grooves\, powerful vocals\, and songs that capture the feel of the early generations\, while taking strong inspiration from jazz\, rock\, and newgrass.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/1st-time-around-2/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Aaron Burdett
DESCRIPTION:Aaron Burdett is an acclaimed Americana/folk singer-songwriter and performer from Western North Carolina. No stranger to hard work\, Aaron’s sense of adventure took him across the country working on various types of farms and ranches. While many mainstream country singers pay lip-service to the blue-collar working world\, Aaron’s songs come from his life experiences. Aaron Burdett’s lyrics are soul-touching\, intelligent\, witty\, and poetic all at once\, while his music style is a seamless blend of Americana\, country\, blues\, bluegrass\, and folk. Aaron’s writing is as prolific and genuine as the man. Drawing heavily on both the traditions of Appalachian folk music as well as nationally known songwriters\, Aaron’s music gives voice to the small rural areas of the Blue Ridge Mountains while also speaking to the working men and women throughout the country.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/aaron-burdett-5/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Sunday Concert
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SUMMARY:Redd and The Paper Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Redd and The Paper Flowers craft a sound that is both haunting and uplifting\, weaving together threads of Americana\, folk\, and rock with striking emotional depth. At the heart of the band is Redd\, whose soulful vocals and poignant lyrics unfold like pages from a diary\, balancing vulnerability with strength. The Paper Flowers bring those stories to life with lush instrumental textures\, harmonies that shimmer\, and rhythms that drive each song forward. Their music is at once intimate and expansive—songs that linger in the heart while stirring the spirit. Whether it’s a gentle ballad or a powerful anthem\, their performances invite listeners into a world of raw honesty and unforgettable beauty.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/redd-and-the-paper-flowers-3/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Eternally Grateful
DESCRIPTION:Eternally Grateful is a dynamic band mainly operating as an acoustic guitar and upright bass duo. Their live shows combine influences from different generations in American music to create a timeless\, captivating and distinctive style. Working to quickly become a staple on the Charlotte\, NC music scene\, they have played over 200 shows since 2023. Complemented by the eclectic mastery of Ben Williams on upright bass\, and completed by the prolific songwriting and virtuosic talents of Cooper Pearce on guitar/vocals\, Eternally Grateful strives to make a true connection with their audiences and is a must see act for any music lover.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/eternally-grateful-5/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Joseph Hasty & Centerpiece Jazz Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Joseph Hasty brings more than 30 years of musical artistry to the stage with a holiday performance filled with warmth\, elegance\, and timeless jazz. A three-time Regional Artist Grant recipient from the North Carolina Arts Council\, Hasty is an accomplished composer\, arranger\, and performer whose Christmas program blends beloved holiday classics with the rich sounds of jazz. Backed by Centerpiece Jazz\, expect festive favorites wrapped in swing\, smooth ballads\, and timeless standards. It’s an evening of romance\, nostalgia\, and holiday cheer—the perfect soundtrack for the season.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/joseph-hasty-centerpiece-jazz-christmas/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Mitch Hayes
DESCRIPTION:Mitch Hayes is an award-winning singer/songwriter\, recording and national touring artist from Charlotte\, North Carolina\, who now calls Oklahoma home. His music is as eclectic as the creative influences that have helped to shape his writing through the years\, classic singer/songwriters such as Bob Dylan\, Neil Young and John Prine\, to name a few. Mitch’s lyrics will take you on an emotional journey through timeless themes of love and loss\, joy and sadness\, and social consciousness. In his songs\, the listener will hear elements of Folk\, Rock\, Country\, Blues\, and even a little Bluegrass.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/mitch-hayes-3/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Dulci
DESCRIPTION:Dulci brings an ageless\, classic style to pop music\, with her smooth vocals and warm melodies. With her repertoire of original songs and updated covers\, Dulci is where classic vocal beauty meets 60s pop nostalgia. Connecting with people and taking audiences to a happy place is at the center of every performance. Dulci’s vocals sound smooth and easy\, while navigating intricate melodies and rhythms seamlessly. Striving to create meaningful\, powerful music that’s also relatable\, playful\, and fun\, Dulci’s mission as an artist is to create a more connected\, happier\, and healthier world through shared experiences.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/dulci-8/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Random Animals
DESCRIPTION:Random Animals is an Asheville\, North Carolina based Indie-Soul quartet. A product of years of collaborations among the tight-knit quartet – most of whose members play in other bands in town (including The Get Right Band\, Supatight and the Diamond River Band) – Random Animals’ unique sound is defined by dreamy vocal harmonies\, a driving rhythm section\, thoughtful lyrics\, and guitar arrangements that are tight yet melodic. Weaving together elements of indie-rock\, funk\, r&b\, jazz and soul music\, Random Animals puts on a dynamic show that’s aimed to please a diverse audience.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/random-animals-4/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Andrina Turenne
DESCRIPTION:Andrina Turenne is an acclaimed singer-songwriter from Winnipeg Manitoba\, bringing “Northern folk with southern feel” to the stage. Her songs both in French and English explore themes of home\, nature\, connection to each other\, connection to ourselves and to the land. Whether leading her band or alone on stage\, she creates intimate moments as naturally as she brings the party. On stage\, Andrina shares a candid and honest experience with her audience\, offering moments of humour\, vulnerability\, joy and longing. Her twenty-five years working and singing in the music industry have taken her around the world and are a testament to the impact of her live performance.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/andrina-turenne-2/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Crys Matthews
DESCRIPTION:Already being hailed as “the next Woody Guthrie\,” Crys Matthews is among the brightest stars of the new generation of social justice music-makers. A powerful lyricist whose songs of compassionate dissent reflect her lived experience as what she lightheartedly calls “the poster-child for intersectionality…” Ear Milk describes\, “A passionate and powerful blend of infectious Americana melodies and folky instrumentation\, Matthews delivers her honest songwriting through a beautifully raw and unfiltered lens. Oozing soul\, her voice bleeds with emotion and gratitude\, while simple piano melodies and upbeat percussion fill you with appreciation and love for the people around us who fight for change.”
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/crys-matthews-2/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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