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SUMMARY:Brian Ashley Jones and Melanie Jean
DESCRIPTION:Based in Nashville\, TN\, Brian Ashley Jones and Melanie Jean are a Country and Blues duo who specialize in vocal harmony\, lead guitar and bass guitar. Originally from Upstate South Carolina and a longtime resident of East Nashville\, TN\, Brian is a soulful singer\, acclaimed guitarist\, and versatile touring songwriter whose guitar-driven Blues and Country tunes have been featured in film\, television and radio. Melanie Jean is an accomplished bassist\, singer and flautist who has toured internationally with numerous recording artists.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/brian-ashley-jones-and-melanie-jean/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Fancy and The Gentlemen
DESCRIPTION:An alt-country and honky tonk band based out of Asheville\, NC\, Fancy and the Gentlemen plays down home roots style originals while paying homage to the greats of country music from the 40s to the 80s. Featuring rich harmonies and family style tele\, Fancy Marie leads the band with crisp clear vocals twinged with the stylings of your favorite 60s country starlet. Accompanied by an upright bass\, fiddle\, keys\, pedal steel\, and drums\, Fancy and The Gentlemen will move your feet just as much as your heartstrings.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/fancy-and-the-gentlemen-6/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260312T193000
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SUMMARY:Shane Meade
DESCRIPTION:Shane Meade delivers high-energy\, roots-driven Americana with a rock ’n’ roll edge. A seasoned performer known for powerful vocals and magnetic stage presence\, Meade blends heartland rock\, bluesy grit\, and soulful storytelling into songs that feel both classic and fresh. Whether backed by a full band or commanding the room solo\, his shows are dynamic\, authentic\, and built for connection—big hooks\, driving rhythms\, and lyrics that stick with you long after the last note.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/shane-meade-4/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Lazybirds
DESCRIPTION:A classic American roots band\, the Lazybirds Band specializes in good time music\, impossible not to move to. Pulling from blues\, jazz\, and good old ragtime\, this band has a hillbilly flare that gets your toes tapping. With a talented ensemble that plays strings\, piano\, and harmonica\, they cover all of the great sounds rooted in Rural America. Gritty Mississippi blues to Dylan classics\, with some early American string band thrown in\, the Lazybirds are just as comfortable vibing out with an original to covering one of the greats. Founded back in 2000\, the Lazybirds have been showing audiences a good time for over 20 years.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/lazybirds-6/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260305T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260305T213000
DTSTAMP:20260424T221118
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SUMMARY:Creekwater Collective
DESCRIPTION:Creekwater Collective is a vibrant group of young\, award-winning multi-instrumentalists from Upstate South Carolina. Drawing inspiration from bluegrass legends like Rice\, Monroe\, and Scruggs\, the band blends deep-rooted tradition with fresh energy and youthful drive. Their sound is tight\, lively\, and steeped in classic influences\, brought to life through skillful musicianship and an obvious joy for the music. Whether delivering hard-driving instrumentals or rich vocal harmonies\, Creekwater Collective offers a modern take on timeless bluegrass that feels both respectful of its roots and excitingly alive.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/creekwater-collective/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260228T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260228T220000
DTSTAMP:20260424T221118
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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-6/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260226T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260226T213000
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SUMMARY:Newfound Gap
DESCRIPTION:Newfound Gap is an old-time sound string band from Leicester\, North Carolina. Made up of siblings Bayla\, Sylvie\, and Judah Davis\, the three have been playing music together since they were six years old. Newfound Gap has performed on the Kid’s Stage at IBMA World of Bluegrass\, and at MerleFest\, Folkmoot\, Shindig on the Green\, and on the Woodsongs Kids television/radio program. This youthful group blends traditional Appalachian music with progressive influences and is a show one would be remiss to pass up.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/newfound-gap-2/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260221T220000
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SUMMARY:Funky Junk Joy Peddlers
DESCRIPTION:Funky Junk Joy Peddlers\, formerly known as The Shana Blake Band\, is an innovative new take on the classic soul cover band. A Purple Onion favorite\, the band’s sound is filled with energetic\, danceable music of the Motown era through current hits. Throwing in deeper cuts you know and love from R&B\, soul\, and funk favorites. The group will have you grooving in your seats and keep you smiling with their infectious\, upbeat vibes.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/funky-junk-joy-peddlers-6/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260219T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260219T213000
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SUMMARY:Anya Hinkle and Free Planet Radio
DESCRIPTION:Anya Hinkle is a force when it comes to storytelling through song. With arresting honesty and a beautiful voice reminiscent of whiskey – smooth with an alluring hint of smoke – Hinkle straddles the bounds of bluegrass and country\, resulting in some of the best Americana Roots has to offer. Playing tunes that flutter through beautiful finger-picked themes\, invoking folk melodies from the past\, Anya Hinkle will walk you through an artfully crafted story\, evolving into an unknown inner psychological and surreal music space. She is joined on stage by Free Planet Radio\, bringing its exciting and innovative world-jazz-classical music blend. Free Planet Radio performances expertly weave the improvisatory element of jazz\, and the subtleties and harmonic vocabulary of Western classical music\,
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/anya-hinkle-and-free-planet-radio/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260214T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260214T220000
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SUMMARY:The Moon and You
DESCRIPTION:Valentine’s Day deserves music that feels like a love letter. The Moon and You—husband-and-wife duo Melissa Hyman (cello) and Ryan Furstenberg (guitar/banjo)—bring a sound that’s intimate\, magnetic\, and quietly powerful. Their harmonies have been praised as “voices that sound like they were made for one another\,” but don’t mistake them for a simple folk act: with a rotating cast of friends and unexpected instrumentation\, every show becomes a one-night-only experience. Reservation link in the bio. Scroll down to Experiences for the ticket link.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/the-moon-and-you-6/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260212T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260212T213000
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SUMMARY:Hannah and the Wistfuls
DESCRIPTION:Hannah Kaminer is an artist and singer-songwriter writing songs about love\, loss\, and home. Raised in small towns in Western North Carolina\, she fuses echoes of Appalachian and country traditions with wistful\, Americana-style songwriting.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/hannah-and-the-wistfuls-3/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260207T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260207T220000
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SUMMARY:Bob Sinclair and The Big Deals
DESCRIPTION:Bob Sinclair and the Big Deals is a North Carolina-based acoustic band with 15 years of performing original\, upbeat\, gypsy-jazz music. Using acoustic instruments this ensemble could be playing in a Paris café or a barn dance – comfortable\, a little sophisticated\, and more than a little fun! A thoroughly unique spin on country and jazz\, Sinclair’s narrative coupled together with great melodies will have you looking for a dance partner in no time. At the heart of it ….Original Front Porch Swing Played By Happy People.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/bob-sinclair-and-the-big-deals-2/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260205T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260205T213000
DTSTAMP:20260424T221118
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SUMMARY:CarolinAloha
DESCRIPTION:Where the music of Hawaii meets the Mountains. CarolinAloha is the melding of three loves: the Mountains\, the Ocean\, and Music. A North Carolina trio consisting of dobro/steel guitar virtuoso Billy Cardine\, multi-instrumentalist Landon Lush\, and actor/musician Zach Hanner\, CarolinAloha explores classic traditional Hawaiian songs\, Hapa Haole tunes and other adjacent styles. Enjoy the dulcet tones of the islands with this mellow trio.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/carolinaloha-2/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260201T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260201T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T221118
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SUMMARY:Lillie Syracuse
DESCRIPTION:In a velvet stream of joy\, grief\, and love\, Lillie Syracuse’s voice and music pours deep from the heart of the in-between. Just as her heart was woven from tree\, waterfall\, birdsong\, and red mountain clay\, so was her song writing. Lillie’s hope\, in song-craft\, is to foster shifts towards a deeper connection with nature\, community\, authenticity\, creativity\, and magic in the lives of those who hear her music. Described as a sound worker and poet\, alongsiside her talents as a singer and songwriter\, Syracuse is a talent truly sculpted by the roots of these mountains.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/lillie-syracuse-3/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Sunday Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260131T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260131T220000
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SUMMARY:Redbud
DESCRIPTION:Redbud honors traditional bluegrass while blending original tunes with stunning harmonies\, hauntingly catchy melodies\, and rhythms that will have you tapping your feet. This group of young musicians brings a fresh energy to the genre\, with Lucas Ward’s steady guitar\, Griffin Decker’s melodic mandolin\, Addy Quinn’s vibrant fiddle\, Dayne Watson’s banjo picking\, and Chase Arden’s driving bass. Together\, they create a sound that is both timeless and new\, captivating audiences with everything from lively fiddle tunes to heartfelt ballads.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/redbud-2/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260129T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260129T213000
DTSTAMP:20260424T221118
CREATED:20251222T192815Z
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SUMMARY:North State Grass
DESCRIPTION:North State Grass (formerly the Charlotte Bluegrass Allstars) are stepping into a new chapter with fresh faces\, renewed energy\, and the same deep love for bluegrass. Rooted in tradition but unafraid to stretch beyond it\, the band blends tight picking\, rich harmonies\, and influences that span rock\, blues\, jazz\, and jam-driven spontaneity. With familiar favorites alongside new bandmates bringing their own spark\, North State Grass delivers a sound that’s grounded\, evolving\, and unmistakably alive. New name\, same roots—and plenty of room to grow.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/north-state-grass/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260124T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260124T220000
DTSTAMP:20260424T221118
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SUMMARY:Get Right Band
DESCRIPTION:Rock Away the Winter Blues! Dress in your favorite Hawaiian shirt or hula skirt and join us for a night of summer-themed festivities. Enjoy tropical cocktails\, seasonal dishes\, and vibrant summer decorations as we turn up the heat and dance the night away. The Get Right Band is a psychedelic indie rock power trio from Asheville\, NC. They are a band focused on following their muses to honest self-expression\, to whatever excites them and pushes them into unexplored territory. Proudly carrying the torch for a long line of genre-bending power trios from Cream to The Jimi Hendrix Experience to The Police. It’s the space between the notes\, the rawness and the maneuverability\, that makes a power trio\, well\, so damn powerful. The Get Right Band has tight and diverse jams along with a distinctive\, intellectual – but accessible – worldview.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/get-right-band-2/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260122T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260122T213000
DTSTAMP:20260424T221118
CREATED:20251222T192813Z
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SUMMARY:Jackson Grimm & Friends
DESCRIPTION:Jackson Grimm marries folk pop melodies with the lonesome sound of traditional Appalachian music. In a region with a strong music culture\, it is no surprise that Grimm’s songwriting is representative of his musical birthplace: Asheville\, NC. His songs run the gambit from an homage to a traditional country waltz in “If Not For You”\, an unrequited love song driven by a Beatles-esque melody in “I’d Hold You (But I Don’t Wanna Hold You)”\, to a drunken partygrass song à la Old Crow Medicine Show in “Last Train Home.”
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/jackson-grimm-friends/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260117T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260117T220000
DTSTAMP:20260424T221118
CREATED:20251222T192813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T152019Z
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SUMMARY:My Magnificent Trio
DESCRIPTION:My Magnificent Trio is an eclectic\, genre-bending group featuring James Kylen (drums/vocals)\, Chuck Lichtenberger (keys/vocals) and Jonathan Pearlman (guitar/vocals). All three contribute original material along with diverse covers by artists as The Beatles\, Ozzy Osborne\, Radiohead\, Taylor Swift\, Katy Perry and much more\, with a generous dose of jazz standards by the likes of Miles Davis\, Sonny Rollins\, Wes Montgomery and more. You never know what to expect!
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/my-magnificent-trio/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260115T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260115T213000
DTSTAMP:20260424T221118
CREATED:20251222T192813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T152019Z
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SUMMARY:Redd & 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-the-paper-flowers/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260110T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260110T220000
DTSTAMP:20260424T221118
CREATED:20251222T192813Z
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SUMMARY:The Feels Trio
DESCRIPTION:Offering a more intimate\, stripped down version of the feels\, The Trio plays many of the same soulful original tunes from the 6-piece band – along with others that Sarah and Lange have written just for the trio. With Lange on guitar and vocals\, Sarah on ukulele and vocals\, and Matthew on a cajon (hand drum)\, the focus is on tight vocal harmonies\, original songwriting\, thoughtful lyrics\, and connection with you!
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/the-feels-trio/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251227T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251227T220000
DTSTAMP:20260424T221118
CREATED:20250917T211841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251026T175517Z
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SUMMARY:Tina and Her Pony
DESCRIPTION:Indie\, Appalachian-folk band\, Tina & Her Pony\, was formed in 2009 in Asheville\, North Carolina by Tina Collins. Internationally known for their tight\, sweet\, smooth harmonies and simple\, exposed\, crafted instrumentation on cello\, tenor ukulele & guitar\, Tina and Her Pony has a fresh\, palatable\, sound that is bewitching. With warm smiles and honest simplicity\, Tina & Her Pony bring a unique sound to the American folk tradition\, featuring original songs that echo the sound of Appalachia\, while creating new waves with radical\, queer lyrics\, uncommon instrumentation and vocals tighter than your mamas’ brazier.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/tina-and-her-pony-4/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251220T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251220T220000
DTSTAMP:20260424T221118
CREATED:20251026T175517Z
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SUMMARY:Autumnwüd Holiday Special
DESCRIPTION:The Autumnwüd Holiday Special arrives at The Purple Onion in Saluda\, bringing Eric Congdon & Friends together for an evening of festive acoustic magic. Showing true to the Blues and Americana roots of the region\, Eric Congdon continues to establish his reputation as one of the area’s most engaging artists. A multi-instrumentalist\, singer\, songwriter\, collaborator\, producer\, and virtuoso guitarist\, he brings remarkable talent to every performance. Recently voted #1 Guitarist in Mountain XPress\, his musicianship consistently captivates audiences no matter what he’s playing. \nThis special holiday concert features the Autumnwüd trio—Eric Congdon\, Hope Griffin\, and Paul McIntire—blending guitar\, mandolin\, violin\, and rich harmonies into a warm December soundtrack. Guests can expect crowd favorites and seasonal classics in an intimate setting perfect for celebrating the season.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/eric-congdon-and-friends/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251218T213000
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SUMMARY:The Wilder Flower
DESCRIPTION:The Wilder Flower is an Upstate SC and Western NC based trio\, featuring Danielle Yother on guitar\, Madeline Dierauf on fiddle\, and Molly Johnson on banjo. Playing throughout the Carolinas\, the group has traveled and toured as far as Ohio\, Alabama\, and Georgia. Their collaboration flexes between folk\, Americana\, bluegrass\, and Old-time tunes. Vocally\, the trio thrives on three-part harmonies and originals.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/the-wilder-flower/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251214T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251214T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T221118
CREATED:20250917T211836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T141016Z
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SUMMARY:Cowboy Judy Xmas Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:A return performance quickly becoming a tradition at the Purple Onion\, this energetic group of ladies is an event you don’t want to miss. Cowboy Judy always brings the show to\, well\, every show they perform. Couple their infectious stage presence\, melodic songs\, and penchant for grooving tunes you can’t sit still to? Exhilarating. Throw in some holiday cheer and festive motifs? Pure Magic.\nFemale fronted super group\, Cowboy Judy (formally Sweet Claudette\,) is the bringing together of worlds\, in the best of ways. Singing an upbeat hybrid of country and motown\, you would be hard pressed to find another group as gifted with their harmonies and charisma as you have here.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/cowboy-judy-xmas-extravaganza/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251213T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251213T220000
DTSTAMP:20260424T221118
CREATED:20250917T211833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251026T175503Z
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SUMMARY:Florencia and The Feeling
DESCRIPTION:Florencia & The Feeling are a pop-funk fusion quintet out of Johnson City\, Tennessee\, electrifying audiences with spirited grooves\, lush harmonies\, and joyful energy. Since forming in April 2021\, the band—led by Florencia Rusinol on vocals\, joined by Andrew Kramer (guitar)\, Isaac Ratliff (keys)\, Nick Castro (bass)\, and Austin Herron (drums)—has been lighting up stages across the eastern U.S. with a sound that blends funk\, jazz\, Latin flair\, Nu Soul\, pop\, indie rock\, and roots. Their debut album Birthday (2023) was independently released and praised as “pure\, unadulterated fun\,” and they’ve since won the 2024 MerleFest Band Competition and the 2025 FloydFest On-The-Rise contest. With sweeping four-part harmonies\, heartfelt songwriting\, and danceable rhythms\, they deliver music that feels like celebration.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/florencia-and-the-feeling/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251211T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251211T213000
DTSTAMP:20260424T221118
CREATED:20250917T211638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251026T175503Z
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SUMMARY:Seth Walker
DESCRIPTION:Over the past 15 years\, Seth Walker has become recognized as one of the most revered modern roots artists in the United States; a three dimensional talent comprised by a gift for combining melody and lyric alongside a rich\, Gospel-drenched\, Southern-inflected voice with a true blue knack for getting around on the guitar. Having lived all along the East Coast\, he’s used those experiences imparted by many heritages wisely\, soaking up the sounds and absorbing the musical lineage of these varied places. With a bluesman’s respect for roots and tradition\, coupled with an appreciation for—and successful melding of—contemporary songwriting\, Seth sublimely incorporates a range of styles with warmth and grace.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/seth-walker/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251206T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251206T220000
DTSTAMP:20260424T221118
CREATED:20251026T175502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251026T175502Z
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SUMMARY:Swamp Rabbit Bluegrass
DESCRIPTION:Homegrown grassers putting out a fresh cut sound!The Swamp Rabbit Bluegrass Band is a brand new venture that is bursting onto the scene with their fresh cut sounds of “homegrown grass.” This four-piece ensemble is pushing the limits of acoustic music while encompassing the foot stomping drive of authentic bluegrass in tandem with invigorating original music. Based in the Upstate of South Carolina\, the ultimate desire of the Swamp Rabbits is to bring the community together while providing a musical atmosphere that is ripe for good times. This cast contains musical veterans that have each shined on major stages such as Albino Skunk Fest\, the Houston Rodeo\, Camp Springs\, Fall for Greenville\, and other notable billings. Now joining forces\, they are eager to broadcast their newfangled creations to the local scene and beyond. As they like to say at SRB\, let’s get weird!
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/swamp-rabbit-bluegrass-2/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251204T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251204T213000
DTSTAMP:20260424T221118
CREATED:20250917T211637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251026T175502Z
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SUMMARY:Time Sawyer
DESCRIPTION:Time Sawyer’s name reflects the pull between the past and the future. The character Tom Sawyer evokes the rural background and love of home that the band shares. Time is a muse for songwriting; it’s the thread that runs through life\, bringing new experiences and giving us a sense of urgency\, while still connecting us with our past. A folk-rock band whose songs call out the attitudes and behaviors that lead to our divisions – the way that we show understanding to our friends and family\, without thinking about how folks outside our social circle are experiencing their own problems\, and are\, at heart\, just like us.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/time-sawyer-5/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251130T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251130T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T221118
CREATED:20251026T175501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T140854Z
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SUMMARY:Jack Lawrence w/ Adam Lawrence & Steven Davidson
DESCRIPTION:Jack Lawrence\, a master of flatpicking guitar\, has been a cornerstone of bluegrass since the 1970s. Best known as Doc Watson’s longtime musical partner\, Lawrence blends tradition with a distinctive style shaped by influences like Clarence White and Django Reinhardt. From his early days with the Bluegrass Alliance to acclaimed solo albums and collaborations with legends such as Sam Bush\, Jerry Douglas\, and the Del McCoury Band\, Jack carries forward the heart of Appalachian roots music with grace\, soul\, and unmatched technical skill.
URL:https://purpleonionsaluda.com/event/jack-lawrence-w-adam-lawrence-steven-davidson/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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