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By his mid thirties, singer/songwriter/guitarist Travis Elliott has been around—touring the United States and Carribbean, opening for regional and nation acts, and of course, his home, Charlottesville, Virginia. His music has been described as pop, alternative, a little folky, rock, Americana, and most of all, catchy. His first EP in 2005 was hailed by Charlottesville’s …
Jason Pollock and Thomas Gunn of The Pollocks will invite more than a few special guests from the local community up on stage to sing and perform. They'll (of course!) play the hits that everyone knows and loves, but they'll debut some shiny new pennies that they've been hoarding in The Pollocks' vault. You won't find a better …
Eddie from Ohio's Michael Clem plays his adopted home in Central Virginia (Batesville) once again for his annual birthday show. His Michael Clem Trio of Five is a full band comprised of his favorite Cville players: Rusty Speidel on guitar, Thomas Gunn on bass & guitar, Matty Metcalfe on keys & squeeze, Paul Rosner on …
Johnny B and the Goodes are back at the Batesville Market, playing blues rock ’n’ roll and rhythm music in the style of the greats of the 40's, 50's, and 60's. Johnny B delivers his masterful blues harp performances backed by veteran blues rhythm section Steve Riggs (bass) and Paul Hammond (drums), along with award-winning …
2 Wishes Trio is a vocal trio featuring jazz, pop and soulful harmonies, with vocalist Joy Kuhar, guitarist/singer/songwriter Mike D'Antoni, and guitar/mandolin/violin/songwriter Dan Sebring. Their arrangements of old favorites, and originals will captivate you!
Once again, our local heroes The Pollocks will step onto the magic carpet in the The Batesville Market, serenade us with their greatest hits and new material! Listen and download their latest songs now at: noisetrade.com/thepollocks.
The Ragged Mountain String Band plays old-time Appalachian tunes and songs with a modern day appeal and sensibility. Pleasing to traditionalists, jam band fans...and regular folks, too. C-Ville Weekly calls them "... a local summit of sweet bluegrass."
You won't want to miss this! Rusty Speidel hosts a group of amazing local musicians - together in one place for one night only! Mariana Bell, Genna Matthew Music, Bahlmann Abbot, Butch Taylor Music, along with Teswar Wood on bass and Paul Rosner on drums.
Gary Hatter is a singer-songwriter from Afton, Virginia. His intrinsic style of writing features an eclectic blend of country, folk, blues, and gospel that is sure to warm the heart!
Don't miss some of the Charlottesville area's premier jazz artists... the Robert Jospé Express Trio is Butch Taylor on keyboards, Dhara Goradia on bass, and Robert Jospé on drums. Robert Jospé Express released a double CD in October of 2014, featuring a mix of classic jazz compositions and styles. Butch Taylor played and recorded with …
On Sunday, January 28, the Batesville Market welcomes Mike & Niko Cvetanovich, with Nick Andre Berkin on piano. The father & son duo have played together around the area at various venues, including last Father’s Day for the Market's Chickapig event. You’ll hear classic folk rock, blues, and original music. Nick Berkin has been gaining …
Fresh from recording their new EP, Bobblehead returns to the Batesville Market! Combining influences like the Beatles, Devo, B-52’s, Cole Porter, Kate Bush, the Clash, and Elvis Costello, even Charo and Don Knotts, Bobblehead offers a sound that fits no radio station genre. Instead, they’ve thrown ‘em all down on the floor and picked 'em …
Views From The Ice: Bering Glacier, Alaska Local photo journalist Bill Reckert is exhibiting his collection of dramatic photographs of Alaska’s Bering Glacier here at Batesville during the month of February. Mr. Reckert will also be giving a presentation about his work on February 4th at 1:30 PM. Bering Glacier is the largest temperate glacier …
Once again, our local heroes The Pollocks will step onto the magic carpet in the The Batesville Market, serenade us with their greatest hits and new material! Listen and download their latest songs now at: noisetrade.com/thepollocks.
Cool Blue Quartet is a musical collective, featuring Elise Underwood (bass, vocals), David Sun (piano), Ben Eisenberg (drums), and Will Evans (trumpet). They play classic jazz and original compositions, among other music, bringing to the table a vibrant energy and strong band chemistry.