The King Khan & BBQ Show is the same as other rock ‘n’ roll acts, only different. They’re a duo, and the only instruments—both onstage and on record—are guitar, percussion and vocals. Sound familiar? Maybe you’re thinking of The Flat Duo Jets, Dexter Romweber’s band from the ‘80s. Or maybe the White Stripes. Or the … Read more
With their recent second-place tie as favorite local rock band in Xpress‘s Best of WNC readers’ poll, the Reigning Sound is officially an Asheville band. And Friday’s show at Stella Blue is as good a time as any for the curious to join the band’s ever-increasing Asheville fan base. Heartfelt garage and soul: Frontman Greg … Read more
According to Asheville’s Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, most musicians who release a CD feel like the rest of the world can’t help but love it, too. But to actually get public praise is a sweet surprise. However, when it comes to Easy, his hip-hop album for kids that debuted this time last year, the musician … Read more
If you’re romping around Biltmore Avenue on a busy night, trying desperately to find a spot at a bar, let it be known that ED Boudreaux’s Bayou Bar-B-Que, which, true to its name, offers up great barbecue and other fare, also boasts a hidden gem of a bar, both in terms of price and quality. … Read more
The holiday season is approaching, but with the economy in the doldrums, experts predict a slump in shopping and entertaining as consumers scale back. While frugality may be good, even noble, the season is the bread and butter for retailers and a vital part of the year for restaurants as well. To that end, the … Read more
My son’s passion for heavy equipment is rivaled only by his recent desire to be playing outdoors at all times. They tell me the dumper obsession is a common phase among toddler boys, who seem to have it mysteriously hard-wired into their little bodies. For 2-year-old Beau, “dumper” is a multitasking noun that he uses … Read more
As one of the lucky few who can claim every meal eaten out as a tax deduction, I don’t have much incentive to spend time in the kitchen. Even the prospect of guests to impress doesn’t tempt me to start cooking, since I’m acutely aware of how many more talented epicureans are practicing their art … Read more
Many thanks to the Mountain Xpress for illuminating my difference of opinion with the Manufacturers Executive Association [“Crossing the Line,” Nov. 5] on illegal immigration. Evidently unaccustomed to challenge, these savvy CEOs seem perplexed that a congressional candidate would dare risk alienating his base—the inference being that as a Republican I was expected to walk … Read more
I understand that many folks are really excited that Obama won the election. I admit, I am one of those people. But I know that out there are people who were as passionate as I was about Obama—but about McCain. Those people felt, with all of their heart, that he was the best man to … Read more
