It was a cold and wet January 25th, a day when all of Appalachia was supposed to be snowed in before an unexpected warm front turned the snow to rain in northeast Tennessee. That sounds almost poetic, doesn't it? Well, it should, because the reprieve from the weather gave us the excuse we needed to get out of the house for a bit and take in a fun outing in Johnson City, where Mulligan’s Irish Pub was hosting a Burns Night celebration. Burns Night Right about now you may be w

If you've never been to Farm & Funtime in Bristol, you're missing out. The monthly show alternates locations between the Paramount Bristol in Bristol, Tennessee, and the Birthplace of Country Music Museum on the Virginia side of this Appalachian town where the TN/VA state line splits the downtown district between two states. The show is put on by Radio Bristol and hosted by Program Director Kris Truelsen , who opens the show with his house band Country Casserole. The J

The Sunday Jam at Pisgah Brewing Company in Black Mountain, NC, on January 11, 2026, offered a lively mix of music, craft beer, and tasty food that brought locals together for a memorable evening. This weekly event has become a favorite spot for music lovers and community members to connect over shared tunes and good vibes. The Travers Brothers and Friends kicked off the jam with an energetic set, setting the tone for a relaxed and engaging experience. The Travers Brothers a