THE place to discover new and original musicians and poets in Ashe County NC!

Discover new and upcoming artists right here in Ashe County

Get started - come to Songwriter and Poetry Night at The Liar's Bench!

ALL are welcome regardless of skill level, age, race, or beliefs.

Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, with the occasional 5th Tuesday which is open to anyone playing originals OR covers - or both! Come on in and join us!

AND NOW....

We have ANOTHER opportunity to gather - come to Songwriter and Poetry night at Craft Bistro!

ALL are welcome regardless of skill level, age, race, or beliefs.

Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. Come on in and join us!

A gallery of some of the songwriters and performers of Ashe County

Patrick Leslie - Singer Songwriter

    Songwriter photos by Martin Seelig

    Stop by and see him at Catch Light Gallery in Downtown West Jefferson.


    Martin supports local live music and we are very lucky to have him here in Ashe County!

    Upcoming Shows

    11/6/26

    Ethan Grillo at Grape + Grain

    6pm

    -

    9pm

    West Jefferson, NC

    Event Details

    11/6/26

    Ethan Grillo at Grape + Grain

    The return of Ethan to Grape + Grain - don't miss it!!

    6pm

    -

    9pm

    West Jefferson, NC

    11/08/26

    Clara Vee at The Liar's Bench

    1pm

    -

    4pm

    Lansing, NC

    Event Details

    11/08/26

    Clara Vee at The Liar's Bench

    Clara is coming back to the Bench for a Sunday Session - you definitely don't want to miss it!

    1pm

    -

    4pm

    Lansing, NC

    11/12/26

    Mason at Just Wing It

    7pm

    -

    9pm

    West Jefferson, NC

    Event Details

    11/12/26

    Mason at Just Wing It

    Mason is back at JWI - come out!

    7pm

    -

    9pm

    West Jefferson, NC

    11/15/26

    Clara Vee at River House Inn & Restaurant

    4pm

    -

    7pm

    Grassy Creek, NC

    Event Details

    11/15/26

    Clara Vee at River House Inn & Restaurant

    Clara will be at the River House for a lovely afternoon of music!

    4pm

    -

    7pm

    Grassy Creek, NC

    11/22/26

    Clara Vee at Muddy Creek Cafe

    1pm

    -

    4pm

    Sparta, NC

    Event Details

    11/22/26

    Clara Vee at Muddy Creek Cafe

    Clara will be performing at Muddy Creek and bringing the fire - have your requests ready!

    1pm

    -

    4pm

    Sparta, NC

    More Events

    Weekly and Monthly Recurring Events

    1st and 3rd Tuesdays of every month

    Songwriter and Poetry Night at The Liar's Bench

    6pm

    -

    9pm

    Lansing, NC

    Event Details

    1st and 3rd Tuesdays of every month

    Songwriter and Poetry Night at The Liar's Bench

    Come and join us - all are welcome! Bring your original songs or poetry to perform or just hang out and experience some of the best original...

    Event Details

    6pm

    -

    9pm

    Lansing, NC

    2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month

    Songwriter and Poetry Night at Craft Bistro

    6pm

    -

    9pm

    West Jefferson, NC

    Event Details

    2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month

    Songwriter and Poetry Night at Craft Bistro

    Come and join us - all are welcome! Bring your original songs or poetry to perform or just hang out and experience some of the best original...

    Event Details

    6pm

    -

    9pm

    West Jefferson, NC

    Saturdays through summer and fall

    The Lansing Farmer's Market

    11am

    -

    4pm

    Lansing, NC

    Event Details

    Saturdays through summer and fall

    The Lansing Farmer's Market

    Music is typically 12-3pm.  Held in the Historic Creeper Trail Park, this weekly event features artisans and growers as well as music by loc...

    Event Details

    11am

    -

    4pm

    Lansing, NC

    3rd Friday of the Month

    Open Mic Night at the Todd Mercantile

    6pm

    -

    9pm

    Todd, NC

    Event Details

    3rd Friday of the Month

    Open Mic Night at the Todd Mercantile

    Get there early and sign up to show of your best original music!

    6pm

    -

    9pm

    Todd, NC

    Artist Links

    Patrick Leslie - InstagramEthan Grillo - InstagramEthan Grillo - SpotifyToby Hiseley - FacebookToby Hiseley - InstagramChris Kiernan - YouTubeChris Kiernan - FacebookMark Chrisinger - WebsiteMorgan DePue - WebsiteTom Abraham - FacebookClara Vee - WebsiteClara Vee - InstagramMason Plays Guitar - SpotifyLon Denny - InstagramMartin Seelig - Facebook

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    About Us

    We are a community of musicians, writers, and poets that come together to celebrate creativity and self expression.  We are a VERY supportive and encouraging group so come out and join us!

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