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                                <title>Ajeva</title>
                                <eventupdate>2 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/ajeva/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:07:59 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Ajeva (uh-jay-vuh) is multi-genre band from St Petersburg FL rooted in experimental rock, jamtronica, and funk with an emphasis on improvisation. They&#8217;ve shared the stage with heavy hitters like Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, Spafford, The Motet, Keller Williams, The Disco Biscuits, and The Main Squeeze, while also earning repeat appearances at Suwannee Hulaween and other major festivals across the country.]]></description>
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                                <title>Tyler Ramsey (full band) w/TBA</title>
                                <eventupdate>3 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/tyler-ramsey-full-band-w-tba/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:33:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Tyler Ramsey is a fingerstyle guitarist and a captivating voice in modern indie folk,&#160;based outside of Asheville, North Carolina. Ramsey gained recognition as a key&#160;member of Band of Horses contributing to their soaring sound across three studio&#160;albums. As a songwriter and guitarist, his intricate playing and introspective lyricism&#160;became a defining element of the band's music.&#160;With masterful guitar work and a gift for storytelling, Tyler Ramsey continues to carve&#160;out his own space in the world of modern folk and indie rock. He has released a series&#160;of critically acclaimed albums, including "For the Morning" (2019), which showcased his&#160;signature blend of fingerpicked guitar, pedal steel, and atmospheric rock textures, and "New Lost Ages&#8221; (2024), produced by Phil Ek (Fleet Foxes, The Shins), hailed by Americana UK as &#8220;a gentle indie-folk gem". The project captured Ramsey&#8217;s evolution as&#160;both a songwriter and musician, balancing moments of quiet introspection with grand, sweeping arrangements.&#160;Most recently, Tyler Ramsey and My Morning Jacket guitarist Carl Broemel released&#160;their full-length recorded debut &#8220;Celestun&#8221; in January 2026. A marvel of interwoven musicianship and testament to the duo&#8217;s singular camaraderie, the album encapsulates&#160;the two veteran guitarist-songwriters&#8217; mutual admiration and effortless compatibility as they swap and share nine new songs of dazzling dexterity and grace recorded almost entirely on acoustic guitars]]></description>
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                                <title>Finding Emo</title>
                                <eventupdate>3 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/finding-emo-2/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:42:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <title>Flat Iron Opry ft. Carri Smithey Band w/ Josh Smithey + Mark &#8220;Buddyro&#8221; Harrison</title>
                                <eventupdate>4 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/flat-iron-opry-ft-carri-smithey-band-w-josh-smithey-mark-buddyro-harrison/</link>
                                <pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:34:11 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <title>Buffalo Wabs and the Price Hill Hustle + The Plate Scrapers</title>
                                <eventupdate>5 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/buffalo-wabs-and-the-price-hill-hustle-the-plate-scrapers/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:30:35 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Buffalo Wabs and the Price Hill Hustle hail from Cincinnati where they have been crafting a sound that is both rooted in tradition and refreshed by modern sensibilities. This four-piece ensemble confronts the raw expanse of American music, fashioning a live music experience more akin to a bygone era of sweltering summer tent revivals and introspective meditations of the human condition.Leaning into the foundation of folk, old-time, and early country and bluegrass, the Hustle has molded a unique blend of these traditions with contemporary influences of psych rock, raucous performative gyrations, and a growing catalogue of personal storytelling to offer a product solely their own. Strong vocal leads from Casey Campbell, the drummer, and Matt &#8216;Wabs&#8217; Wabnitz, the guitarist, anchor a sonic landscape full of lilting harmonies and powerful counter-melody; and with the multi-instrumental leads of Scott Risner and Bill Baldock abounding the audience is guided through a show that defies most genre labeling and denominations. The Hustle aims to take its&#8217; legions to a churc experience regardless of an individual&#8217;s origins; all are welcome and encouraged to embark on the journey.&#160;The group&#8217;s upcoming recordings and albums expand on the already thick palette by adding new voices and layers, sometimes leading the group to perform as a six-piece ensemble. New music slated for mid-Spring 2026 promises to be both a departure from previous endeavors while holding fast to the core of the passion and performance that has laid the foundation for the past thirteen years, leading to a devoted and committed fanbase across the globe. Jumping from banjos, to fiddles, to electric guitars, to four-part harmonies keeps the audience wholely enthralled with what may be coming next... And with the growing directions of the Hustle, that anticipation will lead folks on a most exciting mission of new music exploration.Born from the tradition of Bluegrass jams and potlucks, The Plate Scrapers -- Derek Kretzer (banjo), Andrew Jordan (guitar), Robbie Mann (fiddle), Jody Mosser (dobro), and Kevin Johnson (bass) -- have been putting in the work and showcasing their love for the genre since 2014. They have since released 4 studio albums, 3 live albums, and have toured relentlessly up and down the east coast and into the midwest. In 2019, they won the Podunk Bluegrass Telefunken Band Contest. They have been featured on WAMU Bluegrass Country Radio, performed as an IBMA Official Showcase artist, and their latest release, Artifacts (2024) had multiple singles on the Airplay Direct bluegrass/folk charts as well as rave reviews from Bluegrass Today. &#160;]]></description>
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                                <title>Luke Cope EP Release Show Featuring Justin Cohen</title>
                                <eventupdate>5 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/luke-cope-ep-release-show-featuring-justin-cohen/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:30:05 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Join us for a night of storytelling and encouragement as we celebrate the release of &#8220;The Devil and The Crow&#8221; by one of North Carolina&#8217;s own, Luke Cope. Justin Cohen will start things off at 7:30pm.]]></description>
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                                <title>Blue Cactus w/ Romona &amp; the Holy Smokes</title>
                                <eventupdate>10 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/blue-cactus-w-romona-the-holy-smokes/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 01:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Rooted in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Blue Cactus cut their teeth on honky-tonk circuit, forging an electrified twang that blends folk, alt-country, and psychedelic rock. Across three critically acclaimed records, the band has built a devoted following throughout the South and beyond, pairing introspective songwriting with blistering guitar work that resonates as powerfully on stage as it does in the studio. Their 2025 album Believer was featured on Bandcamp's Best New Country list and led to appearances at SXSW, Hopscotch Festival's main stage alongside Geese and My Morning Jacket, and PBS's original series Shaped By Sound. From intimate clubs to major festival stages, Blue Cactus is known for performances that forge a genuine connection with audiences wherever they play. &#160; Based in Central Virginia and with family roots in South Texas, Ramona and the Holy Smokes represent a new generation of honky tonk music. With powerful female vocals that cover an emotional range from determined to comic to vulnerable, and a talented backing band steeped in classic country and western styles of the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, the band exhibits a &#8220;clarity and sincerity that bring Patsy Cline to mind&#8221; (Nashville Scene, 2025). Fronted by Ramona Martinez, whose songwriting has earned her recognition from Wide Open Country as one of the "15 Latino Artists Shaping Country Music," this Charlottesville, Virginia-based band is rooted in the traditional sounds of country music but unafraid of pushing boundaries and highlighting the connections across border cultures. They have appeared at several Americana festivals including Red Wing Roots (2024), Rooster Walk (2025), and Bristol Rhythm &#38; Roots (2025), and has opened for touring artists like Margo Cilker, Colby Acuﬀ, Willi Carlisle, Redd Volkaert, Joshua Hedley, Donna the Buﬀalo, and Kashus Culpepper. Their self-produced debut album, Ramona and the Holy Smokes, a collection of original songs about heartache and resiliency, was released on September 26.]]></description>
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                                <title>The Great Outdoors w/ The Bradley Turner Trio</title>
                                <eventupdate>10 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/the-great-outdoors-w-the-bradley-turner-trio/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 01:17:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[From the heart of Nashville, The Great Outdoors has grown from a circle of best friends into one of the scene&#8217;s most dynamic new bands. Their story is one of connection&#226;&#8364;&#8221;six musicians from across the country drawn together by a shared devotion to the jam, the groove, and the unpredictable beauty of live improvisational music. Each member carries a different piece of America in their playing: the ocean air of New Jersey, the warmth of North Carolina, the edge of Nevada, the rhythm of New York, and the soul of the Midwest. Together, they create a sound that&#8217;s expansive yet intimate&#226;&#8364;&#8221;where roots rock collides with improvisation, and every performance feels like a new discovery. As a jam band, The Great Outdoors thrives on the unknown. No two shows are ever the same&#226;&#8364;&#8221;songs evolve, moments stretch, and audiences become part of the conversation. Their music flows like a living thing, guided by instinct, friendship, and the shared pulse between stage and crowd. For The Great Outdoors, music is more than a setlist&#226;&#8364;&#8221;it&#8217;s an open space where memories, miles, and melodies meet. Step into The Great Outdoors&#226;&#8364;&#8221;where sound, freedom, and friendship are endless. &#160;]]></description>
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                                <title>Wolves x4, Killerantz, and Oort Patrol</title>
                                <eventupdate>12 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/wolves-x4-killerantz-and-oort-patrol/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:29:57 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <title>Beck + Duffer</title>
                                <eventupdate>13 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/beck-duffer/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:09:38 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <title>Everything Yes</title>
                                <eventupdate>13 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/everything-yes/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:03:14 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Everything Yes is a North Carolina based jazz-fusion group that grew out of the creative chemistry between friends who first connected in university. What started as late-night jams and throwing wild ideas at each other quickly became a band defined by one simple rule: say &#8220;yes.&#8221; Every idea, every experiment, every spark of inspiration &#8212; if someone brought something to the table, the answer was yes. That spirit eventually became the band&#8217;s name. Spearheaded by drummer / YouTuber, Zack Grooves, who has over 440k subscribers, the band features Cole Sipe on bass, Reggie McNeill on keys, Sean Reeseron tenor sax, and Nathan Graybeal on alto sax. Everything Yes is powered by genuine friendship. Their music blends jazz, funk, gospel, progressive rock, and improvisation into a sound that&#8217;s energetic, playful, and always evolving. Their live shows feel like a reunion of friends who trust each other enough to take risks and have fun doing it. As they continue touring and building their audience, Everything Yes stays rooted in the same foundation that began it all: creativity, openness, and saying &#8220;yes&#8221; to the moment.]]></description>
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                                <title>Laurelyn Dossett (full band album release show)</title>
                                <eventupdate>14 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/laurelyn-dossett-full-band-album-release-show/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:53:58 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Full band show celebrating the release of How Many Moons. With DaShawn Hickman, Chaisaray Schenck and Butler Knowles "Laurelyn Dossett has quietly established herself as one of the most respected songwriting voices in roots music while helping shape the creative fabric of North Carolina&#8217;s Americana scene." -Magnet&#160;Magazine &#160; "Laurelyn&#8217;s music is grown from her life. From love songs to anthems of resistance, she is an icon of North Carolina&#8217;s music, theater, and political scene... In collaboration with many of the musicians Laurelyn encouraged, her voice and vision are lifted, proving her place as one of the most unique voices in American music." - Glide Mag &#160; "Truly beautiful." - Americana Highways]]></description>
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                                <title>Stepback Jumper, Sugar Meat, and Max Lane</title>
                                <eventupdate>15 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/stepback-jumper-sugar-meat-and-max-lane/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2026 12:34:28 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <title>Kate Stephenson + Lighthearted</title>
                                <eventupdate>17 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/kate-stephenson-lighthearted/</link>
                                <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:49:24 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[lighthearted is a dynamic indie-folk band from Athens, Georgia, fronted by identical twin sisters Gracie Huffman &#38; Eliza Lemmon. Formed in 2019, the band draws from the deep wells of folk traditions and contemporary indie influences. They write the type of hushed, kaleidoscopic songs that appeal to anyone that takes to gorgeous harmonies and plumbing [&#8230;]]]></description>
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                                <title>Hank Sinatra w/ Jeffrey Dean Foster and the Arrows</title>
                                <eventupdate>17 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/hank-sinatra-w-jeffrey-dean-foster-and-the-arrows/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:09:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Raleigh, NC &#8211; After a few years on hiatus, Hank Sinatra&#8212;the high-octane rock-n-roll racehorse of the North Carolina music scene is officially back in the stable and ready to run. The band has announced a string of upcoming performances featuring a refreshed lineup of Triangle music veterans and a gritty, reinvigorated sound. Fixtures of the &#8220;twang-core&#8221; scene, Hank Sinatra has spent years blending hard Southern rock with a signature double shot of sarcasm. This return to the stage isn&#8217;t just a reunion; it&#8217;s a rebirth. On the heels of recent collaborations with the likes of Lenny Kaye and Tan and Sober Gentlemen, the band is set to debut music that fuses their classic edge with an exciting new energy. &#8220;There&#8217;s a different kind of fire in the room these days,&#8221; says founding member Jeff Holshouser. &#8220;We&#8217;ve taken the time to sharpen the sound, and we&#8217;re ready to bring that electricityback.&#8221; The current iteration of Hank Sinatra comes fully loaded with a number of the Carolinas top players, bringing together members of some of the region&#8217;s most influential acts. Jeffrey Dean Foster is a rugged individualist whose music speaks to the soul and comes from the heart. He&#8217;s got a knack for crafting emphatic songs with emotion and steadfast tenacity. It&#8217;s a riveting work, and in spite of its brevity, it rings with a rugged resilience that drives the emotions to full flourish. Recorded in lockdown, Foster plays practically all the instruments with production and engineering assistance from Don Dixon and Mitch Easter, among others. So too, with its steady stream of unrepentant rockers, it&#8217;s a sturdy reminder of the wealth of reasons why Foster is so deserving of wider recognition.]]></description>
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                                <title>The Deltaz w/ Jack the Radio Duo</title>
                                <eventupdate>18 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/the-deltaz-w-jack-the-radio-duo/</link>
                                <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:38:51 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[  The Deltaz are a brother duo blending Americana, blues rock, and sibling harmonies into a sound rooted in the heart of American music. Raised outside Los Angeles, Ted and John Siegel cut their teeth on Southern California’s live scene, mentored early on by bassist Rick Rosas (Neil Young, Joe Walsh). They later shared stages [&#8230;]]]></description>
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                                <title>Patrick Rock Band</title>
                                <eventupdate>18 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/patrick-rock-band/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:43:12 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Patrick Rock and his band will be performing live and giving everyone a sneak peak of some of the songs off of his upcoming album!]]></description>
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                                <title>Rabbit Fighter, Pinkeye, and 30 Is Dead</title>
                                <eventupdate>18 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/rabbit-fighter-pinkeye-and-30-is-dead/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 10:38:37 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <title>Kristy Cox (Trio)</title>
                                <eventupdate>21 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/kristy-cox-trio/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:35:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Kristy Cox is a commanding presence in both the Australian and American bluegrass scenes, celebrated for her elegant, heartfelt, and deeply authentic approach to the genre. Often hailed as the &#8220;Queen of Bluegrass,&#8221; she first rose to prominence in Australia&#8217;s country music world before capturing U.S. audiences with multiple Billboard-topping bluegrass releases. Fronting a powerhouse trio, Kristy delivers a thrilling mix of hard-driving bluegrass, country, folk, and Americana, anchored by dazzling musicianship and rich, soul-stirring harmonies. Rooted in tradition yet bursting with fresh energy, their performances are equal parts electrifying and joyful, winning over audiences wherever they go.]]></description>
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                                <title>The Tray Wellington Band</title>
                                <eventupdate>23 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/the-tray-wellington-band/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Banjo player Tray Wellington&#8217;s approach to the quintessential American instrument is all about looking forward. An International Bluegrass Music Association Award winner, Wellington is critically acclaimed not only for his technical prowess, but also for leveraging his unique point of view to craft a one-of-a-kind voice on the instrument. It&#8217;s a feat that&#8217;s all too rare in these roots genres that seem to value emulation and regurgitation over all else. Instead, Wellington has time and time again reasserted that his playing style, and all of the many varied and disparate parts that combine within it, is wholly his own &#8211; and it&#8217;s unconcerned with tradition.]]></description>
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                                <title>Colby T. Helms &amp; The Virginia Creepers</title>
                                <eventupdate>26 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/colby-t-helms-the-virginia-creepers-3/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:35:35 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[You can take Helms out of Virginia, but you can't take Virginia out of Helms. His songwriting incorporates waltzes, ballads, and old-school rhythms that once formed the backbone of Appalachian dances but have become rare in modern roots music. Songs like "Fool's Gold," "Voices Shot," and "Ballad of the Bondurant Boys" pay tribute to those traditions, while tracks like "Welcome to the Freak Show" serve as a mission statement, reminding us that regardless of background, geography, or circumstance, everyone deserves a seat at the table. "Backwoods or suburbs, you know we are all just the same," he sings, "'cause no matter where you come from, we all got red blood and it&#8217;s coursing through all of our veins."]]></description>
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                                <title>The Local Honeys w/ Grace Rogers</title>
                                <eventupdate>26 days ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/the-local-honeys-w-grace-rogers/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:24:54 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[The&#160;Local Honeys&#160;blend traditional Kentucky music with modern soundscapes and original songwriting. Fuzzed out guitar and a vibey rhythm section set the sonic bedrock to showcase the entwinement of old-time banjo and fiddle styles at the forefront of their sound. The&#160;Honeys understand the complexities of contemporary Appalachian life and their music is reflective of such through raw and emotive songs. The narratives and perspective they weave into song, the deep understanding and endearment they share for hillbilly music, and their undeniable charm make it clear the duo is poised to become defining voices of a new Appalachia. &#160; Grace&#160;Rogers is a musician &#38; writer from Kentucky having just released her debut full length album Mad Dogs (Sophomore Lounge, 2025).&#160;Grace Rogers blends rock, country, and traditional influences into tunes that, in the words of Leigh Viner, "hum like hymns and drive like rain." Pitchfork named Mad Dogs one of the 30 best Rock Albums of 2025, and Stereogum writes, &#8220;Rogers has the kind of talent and irrepressible personality that makes a singer-songwriter stand out in a crowded field.&#8221; &#160;]]></description>
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                                <title>Jill Andrews (Full Band/Matinee)</title>
                                <eventupdate>1 month ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/jill-andrews-full-band-matinee/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:17:29 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Bold, infectious, introspective music that has served as the backdrop to some of America&#8217;s most beloved television series including Grey&#8217;s Anatomy, This Is Us, Nashville, and Wynnona Earp, to which she composed the theme. &#160; &#8220;Andrews&#8217; songs are beautifully crafted and the production molds even the more pensive selections into minor masterpieces&#8221;&#160;&#8212; American Songwriter &#160; &#8220;Jill Andrews is one of the strongest young female songwriters around.&#8221;&#160;&#8212; Paste Magazine]]></description>
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                                <title>The Rumjacks w/ Drat The Luck</title>
                                <eventupdate>1 month ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/the-rumjacks/</link>
                                <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 02:38:44 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[DEAD ANTHEMS &#8211; 6TH STUDIO ALBUM: “One of the first great albums of the year.” &#8211; MONDOSONORO (Spain) “The best Celtic punk album in years” &#8211; Ox Magazine (Germany) “This is an outstanding record that will undoubtedly be a contender for Album of the Year.” &#8211; ROCKFARBROR (Sweden) “Six albums in, the Rumjacks may reflect [&#8230;]]]></description>
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                                <title>Magenta Wave w/ Vision Arcade</title>
                                <eventupdate>1 month ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/magenta-wave-w-vision-arcade/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Magenta Wave is a rock band based in Seattle, Washington. After forming in the city of Bellingham in 2022, the group quickly progressed from running their own house-shows to performing at established local venues such as The Wild Buffalo and the Blue Room.&#160; Renowned for emotionally charged vocal melodies and evocative guitar solos, the band&#8217;s sound continues to develop as they write relentlessly in the garage of their shared home. &#160; Relocating to Seattle in the fall of 2023, the group hit the ground running, and recently cemented their name as a staple in the scene with a sold out EP release show at The Tractor Tavern.&#160; &#160; Since the release of their debut single in early 2024, the band has amassed over two million streams to date. With a national touring presence now established and new music on the way, the band is excited for what the rest of 2026 has in store.&#160; VISION ARCADE is an Austin-raised indie-rock band made up of Max Robison, Evan Brock, Rory Kendall, and Connor Torres, who have been playing together since high school. Currently on the road supporting Magenta Wave, the band is building toward the release of their debut album later this year, produced alongside longtime collaborator Matt Meli (Tommy Richman, Kendrick Lamar, Black Pistol Fire).]]></description>
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                                <title>The ‘Boro Sessions Presents Daniel Ayers</title>
                                <eventupdate>1 month ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/the-boro-sessions-presents-daniel-ayers/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:21:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[The 'Boro Sessions proudly presents &#8220;Daniel Ayers, Sounds of NorthCarolina&#8221; a seated, listening room concert on Sunday afternoon, August 16,2:00-4:00pm / doors open at 1:00pm (location: 221 Summit Ave,Greensboro, NC, the Flat Iron). Tickets are $20 plus taxes and fees inadvance/ $25 plus taxes and fees day of show.&#160; A tenth-generation North Carolinian, Daniel draws inspiration from NCsongwriting greats like Bruce Piephoff and David Childers, absorbing thestories, sounds, and soul of the Old North State. As co-host of TheHometown Holler podcast, Daniel has built a devoted following bycelebrating all things North Carolina, connecting audiences across the stateand far beyond its borders. What began as a hobby to give voice to theuntold stories of local community issues has transformed into a podcast withmore than 60 guests and millions of views. Guests have included Josh Stein,Pat McCrory, Roy Cooper, Anita Earls, and numerous journalists. Danielstudied history at Roanoke College and taught both history and civics classeswhen he returned to North Carolina.Whether he&#8217;s strumming an original tune or singing an old-time murderballad, Daniel Ayers sounds like home!!The venue sells beer, wine, spirits, and sodas. FREE parking: available inthe lot across the street, in the gravel lot across the street from the mainlot, as well as behind the Greensboro Historical Museum.QUESTIONS?:theborosessions@gmail.comJoin us for this very special musical event!!]]></description>
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                                <title>A Mistrust Of Arrival Book Launch ft Steve Mitchell &#8211; Modern Robot and special guests</title>
                                <eventupdate>1 month ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/a-mistrust-of-arrival-book-launch-ft-steve-mitchell-modern-robot-and-special-guests/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:17:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                                <title>Kai Lance Music Group Album Release Show</title>
                                <eventupdate>1 month ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/kai-lance-music-group-album-release-show/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:11:54 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Join the Kai Lance Group for a special night of music as they release their debut album, It&#8217;s Time. The Kai Lance Group is comprised of musicians from Massachusetts, Chicago, North Carolina, and New York City, and fuses groove music, the jazz tradition, and blues, in a truly unique way.&#160; Vinyl LPs, CDs, and T-Shirts will be available for purchase.]]></description>
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                                <title>An Evening With Ordinary Elephant</title>
                                <eventupdate>1 month ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/an-evening-with-ordinary-elephant/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 19:55:04 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[ORDINARY ELEPHANTMesmerizing folk duo Ordinary Elephant has spent the better part of the last decade on anever-ending tour that&#8217;s earned married couple Crystal and Pete Damore widespread criticalacclaim and made fans of luminaries like Tom Paxton and Mary Gauthier. In 2017, the pair&#160;took home the International Folk Music Award for Artist of the Year on the strength of their&#160;breakout album, Before I Go, and two years later, they returned with the similarly lauded&#160;Honest, which the Associated Press hailed as &#8220;one of the best Americana albums of the year.&#8221;The duo hasn't slowed down, earning consecutive International Folk Music Award nominations&#160;for Album of the Year in 2024 for their self-titled release, and then Artist of the Year in 2025.This latest eponymous record is the purest distillation of their sound yet, showcasing the&#160;arresting power of the couple&#8217;s gorgeous harmonies and intricate fretwork. The songs aretimeless, rooted in rich, character-driven storytelling, and the performances are similarlytransportive, fueled by delicately intertwined banjo, guitar, and octave mandolin. Though the&#160;songs were born out of a period of deep uncertainty, the record itself is a work of profound&#160;self-assurance, one delivered by a duo whose personal and professional lives embody thelimitless possibility of honest, organic collaboration. Press play on Ordinary Elephant, or&#160;attend a live performance, and you&#8217;ll hear more than just a husband and wife; you&#8217;ll hear thesound of sincerity and commitment, of patience and gratitude, of learning to let go of&#160;expectation and revel in the simple beauty of the moment.]]></description>
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                                <title>Larry Keel &amp; Jon Stickley</title>
                                <eventupdate>1 month ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/larry-keel-jon-stickley/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:59:23 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[The Larry Keel &#38; Jon Stickley Duo features two of the finest flatpicking guitarists of this generation. Both share a lifelong love of acoustic bluegrass guitar music made famous by influential duets Doc and Merle Watson, and Tony Rice and Norman Blake. Keel, Stickley, and other modern flatpickers like Billy Strings grew up studying these legends. These masters were role models who provided inspiration to both Larry and Jon to pursue careers as professional guitar players. Each has gone on to pioneer his own distinct interpretation of the bluegrass artform, as well as fusing genres from roots, jazz, prog, and beyond. Now, Keel and Stickley have themselves become new masters of acoustic guitar. With this act, the two celebrate the pure joy of playing acoustic guitar music as a duo, effortlessly complementing each other&#8217;s rhythm and lead playing while never losing their own individual personality. Their sophisticated and awe-inspiring performances suit an array of venues including festival stages, listening rooms, private functions, and nightclubs. At the core of the Keel/Stickley Duo is an intimate conversation between two guitars and voices, done with superior skill and taste, with more than a hint of explosive late-night-jam vibe.]]></description>
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                                <title>GVOE 3: Good Vibes Over Everything w/ SunQueen &#038; The Soular Flares</title>
                                <eventupdate>1 month ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/gvoe-3-good-vibes-over-everything-w-sunqueen-the-soular-flares/</link>
                                <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:41:51 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Exclusive concert returns to Greensboro NC featuring Sunqueen and the SoularFlares!! An event curated for Good Vibes. GVOE 3 is back! The third annual Good Vibes Over Everything (GVOE) experience returns to downtown Greensboro on October 10, 2026, for an unforgettable evening of music, radical self love, energy, and community. Join us at The Flatiron from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM as [&#8230;]]]></description>
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                                <title>Copeland w/ Jenny Dee</title>
                                <eventupdate>2 months ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/copeland-w-jenny-dee/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:39:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Longevity in music comes through pushing yourself and expanding the possibilities of your sound. This has never been more true for Copeland on their latest effort Blushing, a collection of 11 new tracks that advance and evolve everything the trio of musicians has done up until now. The band, which originally formed in Lakeland, Florida in 2001, has unveiled six albums, spanning from their 2003&#8217;s debut Beneath Medicine Tree to 2016&#8217;s Ixora. While they began as a rock band, Copeland&#8217;s music has explored multiple genres and pulled in various stylistic influences like electronic and symphonic. In the past the musicians have aptly melded these styles, creating a unique amalgam of sounds. This time they wanted to take each sound and style and push it to its logical extreme.]]></description>
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                                <title>Ward Davis W/TBA</title>
                                <eventupdate>2 months ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/ward-davis-w-tba/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:44:23 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Ward Davis is an acclaimed Americana musician and songwriter known for his soulful voice,&#160;poignant storytelling, and deeply authentic songwriting. Hailing from Monticello, Arkansas, Davis&#160;combines traditional country roots with a modern edge, creating music that resonates with both&#160;honky-tonk purists and contemporary audiences.After moving to Nashville, he gained recognition as a talented songwriter, penning tracks for&#160;country icons like Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, and Trace Adkins. His solo career took off with&#160;the release of his debut album, 15 Years in a 10-Year Town (2015), which featured heartfelt&#160;songs that explore themes of love, loss, and redemption.Davis&#8217; follow-up albums, including Black Cats and Crows (2020), solidified his reputation as a&#160;powerhouse in the Americana and outlaw country scene. The album showcases his gritty&#160;lyricism and dynamic vocal range, with standout collaborations alongside Cody Jinks and other&#160;luminaries in the genre.Known for his raw, emotionally charged live performances, Ward Davis has cultivated a devoted&#160;fanbase, drawing listeners with his blend of vulnerability and rugged charm. Whether performing&#160;solo or with a full band, his music captures the essence of timeless country storytelling, infused&#160;with a contemporary sensibility.With a career defined by authenticity and a commitment to his craft, Ward Davis remains a vital&#160;voice in modern Americana and country music]]></description>
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                                <title>Watch Party, General Purpose, and Jake Brown Trio</title>
                                <eventupdate>2 months ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/watch-party-general-purpose-and-jake-brown-trio/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:51:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Jake Brown Trio: We are a trio from Greensboro, North Carolina, focusing on improvised instrumental music. Consisting of Jake Brown on guitar, Tyson Baker on bass, and Alston Harris on drums, we pull from jazz, blues, and fusion influences along with performing original compositions. &#160; Watch Party:&#160; &#160; Watch Party is a band based out of Greensboro NC, testing the bounds of joining contemporary ambience, punk, and hip hop. August 30th, Watch Party brings shredding guitars, grooving drums and bass , and aggressive rapping into an addictive live atmosphere. &#160; General Purpose: &#160; General Purpose is a Progressive Rock Band based in Greensboro, NC. Consisting of traditional rock instruments as well as saxophone and violin, General purpose pulls from many musical traditions. Mainly drawing influence from 70's acts such as Jethro Tull, Yes, Genesis and others, combined with Classical and Jazz influence, songwriters Xul Rutty (Bass/Vocals) and Uno Dos Santos (Guitar) create a symphonic experience through the large instrumentation. General Purpose is dedicated to creating a unique and interactive concert experience to demand the audience&#8217;s full attention.]]></description>
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                                <title>The ‘Boro Sessions Presents: John Cowan Trio</title>
                                <eventupdate>2 months ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/the-boro-sessions-presents-john-cowan-trio/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[The &#8216;Boro Sessions proudly presents The John Cowan Trio, featuring Luke Bulla and Sam Leslie, to Greensboro at a seated listening room concert on Sunday, June 28, 2:00-4:00PM/doors open at 1:30PM.&#160; &#160; When John Cowan and Luke Bulla perform together, their shows reflect 25 years of shared history, musical trust, and genuine friendship. Blending New Grass Revival (and more) favorites with old and new originals, they pair masterful picking, rich harmony, and stories that are heartfelt, funny, and hard-earned. Cowan calls Bulla &#8220;one of the most beautiful gifts&#8221; of his long musical life, while Bulla, inspired by Cowan since his youth, considers sharing the stage a &#8220;dream come true&#8221; and a source of &#8220;immense gratitude and honor&#8221;. Together with guitarist Sam Leslie, they deliver music rooted in gratitude, joy, and deep mutual respect.]]></description>
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                                <title>65 North Pickers w/ North State Grass</title>
                                <eventupdate>3 months ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/65-north-pickers-w-north-state-grass/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[The 65 North Pickers are a high-energy, bluegrass, quartet that fuses the drive oftraditional bluegrass with the exploratory spirit of jam band improvisation. Made up ofJake (mandolin), Nate (banjo), Quinton (guitar), and Tali (bass) &#8211; they are renowned for their lightning-fast picking and impressive spontaneity. Their performances feature incredible original compositions that merge bluegrass with the nostalgic vibes of classic festival music, where the essence of the Grateful Dead meets the psychedelic flair of Jimi Hendrix. With listeners dancing out of their chairs, captivated by the music, 65 North Pickers create an unforgettable experience that keeps fans coming back for more. &#160; North State Grass, from Charlotte NC, is a progressive bluegrass quartet that&#160;will move your&#160;feet,&#160;touch your heart, and spin your head. Inspired by the drive of Jimmy Martin and Tony Rice Unit with the modern edge of Sierra Hull and Billy Strings. North State Grass delivers lightning-fast picking, tight harmonies, ear worm originals, and&#160;a sound that bridges tradition and modern flair. Composed of Steven Davidson (mandolin), Cooper Eades (guitar), and Angel Chantel (bass), Levi Austin (banjo), the band pulls from a wide range of musical influences from rock, funk, metal, and jambands while staying rooted in bluegrass. North State Grass keeps crowds moving and guessing what's&#160;next.&#160; &#160;]]></description>
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                                <title>Official NCFF after party w/ Fonville x Fribush</title>
                                <eventupdate>3 months ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/official-ncff-after-party-w-fonville-x-fribush/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 12:13:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Fonville x Fribush is the brand new musical collaboration from acclaimed drummer Corey Fonville (Butcher Brown) and in-demand organist Sam Fribush. Like a hip-hop link up from the 90s, the pair&#8217;s collective ear, musical talents and friendship pushes the limits of the R&#38;B organ trio sound into a more youthful, tasty style of blue collar jazz. Fonville x Fribush features a rotating cast of guitarists both in studio and live in concert, including Charlie Hunter, Alan Good Parker and Morgan Burrs. Songs like &#8220;I Couldn&#8217;t Love You More&#8221; and &#8220;Blue Chips&#8221; immerse audiences in Atlantic Coast soundscapes of their hometown roots in North Carolina and Virginia. Listen to the debut Fonville x Fribush EP &#8216;R&#38;B Organ Trio&#8217; featuring Charlie Hunter out now everywhere.&#160; &#160;]]></description>
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                                <title>Marvelous Funkshun (Lettuce After Party)</title>
                                <eventupdate>4 months ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/marvelous-funkshun-lettuce-after-party/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 13:19:40 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Featuring soaring guitar and pedal steel over a heavy groove, Marvelous Funkshun is a venue and festival favorite. The band has graced the stage with artists such as George Porter Jr. of the Meters, Eric Gales, the late Kofi Burbridge of the Derek Trucks Band, Snoop Dogg and more. Recently, they have gained attention for a smoking tribute to Jimi Hendrix with funk and sacred steel influenced versions of classic hits and deep cuts. Look for their new release &#8220;Instru-Mental&#8221; on all streaming platforms. Highlights of 2025 include a late night performance during New Orleans Jazz Fest at the Howlin Wolf, Instru-Mental debuting at #10 on the Relix charts and a tribute to the Meters featuring George Porter Jr. and Joe Marcinek at the legendary Ziggy's club in North Carolina.]]></description>
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                                <title>Wes Collins + Jaimee Harris</title>
                                <eventupdate>5 months ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/wes-collins-jaimee-harris/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:25:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Texas-born Jaimee Harris and North Carolina&#8217;s Wes Collins are joining forces for the Folk&#8217;N Friends Tour. Their sounds&#8212;Harris&#8217;s emotionally raw small-town narratives and Collins&#8217;s surreal, deep, and uniquely catchy songwriting&#8211; combined make for a moving night of heartfelt storytelling. You won&#8217;t want to miss this collaborative song swap-style show infused with a decade of friendship and mutual musical admiration. Wes Collins writes songs that dig deep and go to uncertain, sometimes scary places. Come for a haunting melody and some intricate fingerpicking and stay for the wit and deep literary intelligence. There is always more to&#160;find in a Wes Collins song. A former librarian and avowed record nerd, Wes can imitate the sound of outmoded computer voice simulations. He hasn&#8217;t found a way to make that pay yet. &#160; Jaimee Harris&#8217;s sophomore effort, 'Boomerang Town,' marks a bold step forward for this country-folk-leaning singer-songwriter. It is an arresting, ambitious song-cycle that explores the generational arc of family, the stranglehold of addiction, and the fragile ties that bind us together as Americans. &#160; &#160;]]></description>
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                                <title>Eternally Grateful</title>
                                <eventupdate>5 months ago</eventupdate>
                                <link>https://flatirongso.com/event/eternally-grateful/flat-iron/</link>
                                <pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 10:58:44 +0000</pubDate>
                                <description><![CDATA[Eternally Grateful is an Americana Duo, Trio, Acoustic Band, and Electric Band, revolving around the core duo of Ben Williams and Cooper Pearce. Having played over 600 shows since 2023, they have risen to be among the most sought after bands in the NC music scene.&#160; &#160;The style is best defined as &#8220;Jamericana&#8221; with Indie, Bluegrass, Jazz, and more mixed in through the prolific songwriting and prodigious guitar work of Cooper Pearce, and the Eclectic Mastery of Ben Williams on the upright bass, garnered from 50+ years experience in Jazz, Blues, and Southern Rock. Eternally Grateful strives to make a true, energetic connection with their audiences, and is a must see act for any live music lover]]></description>
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