Mountain Home Music, Carolina Ramble Productions & Kattagast present Wake of the Flood: A Benefit for and by Appalachian Musicians

After thoughtful consideration, the October 18 event, “An Evening of Appalachian Murder Ballads,”  has been reimagined with a new date! Join us for, WAKE OF THE FLOOD: A BENEFIT FOR AND BY APPALACHIAN MUSICIANS, at 7:30 PM on Friday, November 15, at the Appalachian Theatre of the High Country. This concert will support our community’s recovery with proceeds benefiting the NC Arts Disaster Relief Fund.

Performers include Blake Bostain, Alexander Golden, Trevor McKenzie, Ray Christian, Brooks Forsyth, Brandon Holder, Lauren Hayworth, Mike Mckee, Andy Page, Ben Parker, Erin Williams Banks, Loose Roosters, Brian Kreher, Kattagast and Dave Brewer.

If you are unable to attend, we hope you will consider a contribution that will go directly to support North Carolina Artists of all mediums, who have been affected by Hurricane Helene. You may donate here: North Carolina Arts Disaster Relief Fund

Original artwork by Heidi Beers, poster by Kattagast.

Performers: 

Blake Bostain – @blake.bostain – mandolin, trumpet 

Trevor Mckenzie – fiddle, saw, guitar – @tallesthemlock

Dave Brewer – @brewerworldtour – guitar, bass, drums, management

Lauren Hayworth – @valletrillium – https://laurenhayworth.com 

Andy Page – guitarist, jazz professor, composer – @andypageguitar 

Ben Parker – guitarist

Mike Mckee – luthier, guitar, mandolin

Alexander Golden – @alexandergoldenmusic – bassist, guitarist, singer, songwriter

Erin Williams Banks – @erinwilliamsbanksmusic

Brooks Forsyth – @brooksforsyth

Kattagast – @kattagast.music @kattagast.jewelry @krampusmarketboone

Kat Chaffin is a local creative passionate about bringing people together through celebratory events and concerts. She splits her time between jewelry making, singing, hosting craft markets, songwriting, and playing guitar and ukulele. Wake of the Flood, in collaboration with Joe Shannons Mountain Home Music and Carolina Ramble Productions, replaces our 6th annual ‘Evening of Appalachian Murder Ballads’ at the Appalachian Theatre. 

Ray Christian – @raymondchristian9789 

https://drraychristian.com 

Some people call him a storyteller, historian, father.  Shoot, if you’ve got the time, he could fill you in one everything he’s been called. But first and foremost, he’s a Black veteran from the rural South who finds himself floating between life in academia, public speaking, podcasting, storytelling, parenting, and tending to the goats in his backyard. And somehow he’s landed smack dab in the middle of audio production. Who knows what’s next?

Loose Roosters – @loose_roosters_band

Formed in 2017 after the release of some original songs by front man Tim Jones (vocals, guitar), Loose Roosters have been a high country staple ever since. The band blends Appalachian sensibilities with a modern American sound to craft songs that capture life in our time. Longtime collaborators Chris Capozzoli (guitar, vocals), Dirk Brown (drums) & Ben McPherron (bass) make up the core of the group. 

Artists:

Chris Capozzoli – luthier & musician – @Capozzoliguitarco

www.capozzoliguitarcompany.com 

With over 20 years in the business, luthier Chris Capozzoli creates beautiful instruments in his one man guitar shop in the mountains of North Carolina. 

Joshua Johnston – muralist –  @Joshjohnstonart

Joshua is an artist based in Boone, NC, specializing in custom murals and 2D artworks. 

Kevin DeShields – photographer/videographer/animator

https://www.youtube.com/@home.economy 

Kevin DeShields is a fulltime videographer, photographer, animator, and editor based in Boone, NC. Originally from Charlotte, NC, he has dedicated his craft to storytelling through visuals since 2006. While corporate video production forms the foundation of his career, his true passion lies in creating platforms for musicians and artists, helping them share their voices with the world. One such platform can be found on his YouTube channel, “Home Economy.”

Jess Dixon – @jessdixondesigns,

 http://jessdixondesigns.com

Jess is a local freelance artist & graphic designer. Her personal artwork is inspired by the landscape and nature found in the Appalachian mountains.  She creates hand screen printed illustrations based off of photos taken while exploring the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Darcy Wade (WNC Strong) – @darcywadeart 

www.darcywadeart.com

Darcy Wade was born in Charlotte, NC and lived in Boone/Asheville, NC from 2009-2020. Darcy attended Appalachian State University in Boone, NC for both undergrad and graduate school and studies Expressive Art/Art Therapy and is currently working as an (Expressive) Art Therapist in Denver, CO. Darcy has been greatly inspired and influence by the Appalachian and Blue Ridge Mountains and culture both as a visual artist and a Clinical Mental health therapist and has plans to return to the mountains of Western North Carolina to settle once her professional endeavors in CO are complete. 

Ashley Kubota – @naturalcraftphoto – 

https://naturalcraftphotography.com

Ashley Kubota is a photographer in Boone, NC and the owner of Natural Craft Photography. While she mainly shoots portraits, she has a love for the outdoors and frequently captures beautiful scenery while working with clients.

Becca Childress – Illustrator/painter – @BeccaChildressCreative https://beccachildresscreative.com

Becca Childress is an artist based out of the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. Take inspiration from the mountains she grew up in, her art features a whimsical culmination of the natural world and allegorical themes.  While her specialty is watercolor, she doesn’t like to pick favorites, and will happily create with almost any medium she is given. \

Mountain Home Music is pleased to present the Jeff Little Trio! The Mountain Home Bluegrass Boys open the show with special guest, Tucker Conner!