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  • Mountain power

    Mountain Power

    “What this project has taught me is that, even in hard times, we can find moments of joy and should allow ourselves to feel them,” said Alex Deutsch. “Art might not be all we need, but it sure is a positive force for good.”

    Dec 1, 2025

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  • There's glass in these mountains

    There's Glass in These Mountains

    No one imagined a furnace and a vision would transform a quiet, rural Western North Carolina mountain community into a world-renowned mecca for studio glass. All it took was an initial spark and a community, eager to fan the flame.

    Dec 1, 2025

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    Longtime Friend Back Again

    Not far from the tiny town of Floyd, Virginia, surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, is the childhood home of The Wildmans. The sibling duo are currently navigating the release of their debut album, “Longtime Friend,” for New West Records.

    Oct 1, 2025

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    To Here From There

    With her latest album, “Highlander,” bluegrass/Americana icon Missy Raines takes inventory of where she stands at this current juncture in her storied career—this melodic ode to her native West Virginia.

    Aug 1, 2025

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  • Mountains, music, media & memories

    Mountains, Music, Media & Memories

    Three passionate archivists have created a way for people around the world to listen to the great musicians who came out of East Tennessee and to watch early- and mid-20th century advertising and home movies made in the Great Smoky Mountains.

    Aug 1, 2025

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  • A conversation with JJ Grey

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    Brighter Days, Where Did They Go?

    When you find yourself in conversation with JJ Grey, you walk away from the interaction with a kick in your step.

    Jun 1, 2025

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  • Barter Theatre turns Ninety-Two

    Virginia’s Historic Barter Theatre Begins its 92nd Season

    Unlike most 92-year-olds, the famed Barter Theatre grows more active and vibrant with each passing year. Founded in 1933 in the town of Abingdon, this “state theatre of Virginia” continues to delight audiences of all ages.

    Apr 1, 2025

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  • Charlie Starr of Blackberry Smoke

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    'Til the Wheels Fall Off

    Amid this modern era of rock music, Blackberry Smoke is the absolute epitome of what it means to plug in your guitar, crank the amplifier and tap into that sacred two-way interaction of sound and scope.

    Apr 1, 2025

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