EZ Vibes Weekly Top Picks

Week of February 10th, 2026

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EZ Vibes
February 10, 2026

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Quick Hits

📆 EZ Vibes Concert Calendar
🎸 Featured Show: Joe Russo’s Almost Dead
👑 EZ Vibes Hang at Queeny’s
🐐 Billy Strings takes over Asheville
🤝 Partnership Opportunities
✅ Top Picks for the week

🗓️ The EZ Concert Calendar: Your NC Music Roadmap

The EZ Vibes calendar has been updated!

We’re continuing to expand our reach from the Blue Ridge to the Outer Banks, adding fresh show listings and deeper features to help you navigate the best NC has to offer.

View schedule and plan: EZ Vibes Concert Calendar

Listen & follow here: EZ Vibes Artist Playlist

Thursday, 2/12 | DPAC | 7:30 pm

If you haven’t been tracking JRAD lately, you’ve been missing a masterclass. They are coming into Durham absolutely on fire, fresh off a legendary run at the Capitol Theatre where they honored Bob Weir with some of the most exploratory and explosive Dead jams we’ve heard in years. JRAD doesn't just play the notes; they reinvent the energy of this music every single night. Seeing this level of musical telepathy at DPAC—a room with world-class acoustics is going to be an electric show for the NC squad. Plus, don't miss the opening set from the genre-blurring Lhasa Petik to get the night started.

Joe Russo's Almost Dead is Marco Benevento, Dave Dreiwitz, Tom Hamilton, Scott Metzger and Joe Russo.

The EZ Vibes Pre-Show Hang: We’re kicking off something special in Durham this Thursday. Before Joe Russo, Tom Hamilton, and the crew take the stage, EZ Vibes is hosting our very first pre-show meetup at Queeny's. This is a casual, connection-first hang just a short walk from the venue. It’s a chance to meet fellow fans, share a drink, swap song hopes, and walk to the show together with the right energy. We’re excited to bring the EZ Vibes community into real life!

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Billy Strings Asheville Takeover start Tonight!
ExploreAsheville.com Arena
Asheville, NC

If you feel a shift in the atmosphere this week, it’s because the center of the musical universe has moved to Asheville. Billy Strings is taking over for a 4-night run that has become a monumental event for the NC scene. This isn't just about the arena shows; it’s about the entire city breathing bluegrass.

Expect "Shakedown Street" art markets popping up across town (check out Third Room), and even if you don't have tickets to the main event, the surrounding shows make this a week you have to experience.

Don't miss Fuzzy Rainbows Fest 2 on Friday (2/13) at Asheville Music Hall. It’s an all-day, two-floor party with art, vendors, and local jams—the ultimate Billy run hangout. Plus, you can find the squad at the Hollow Heart Festival at DSSOLVR all week for special beer releases and pre-show markets.

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🌙 The Asheville Afters: Official Roundup

Tuesday - 02/10

Larry Keel & Jon Stickley Duo - Asheville Music Hall

The Well Drinkers - Fitz and the Wolfe

Clouds of Delusion (Dead Tribute) - One World Brewing (Downtown)

Wednesday - 02/11

Larry Keel Experience - Asheville Music Hall

Ranford Almond - The One Stop

North State Grass - One World Brewing (Downtown)

Thursday - 02/12

The Asheville Mountain Boys - The Grey Eagle

Big Fur - The One Stop

Friday - 02/13

Hustle Souls, J Lloyd & Kyle Snuffer - Asheville Music Hall

Shadowgrass - (SOLD OUT) The Orange Peel

Airshow - Third Room

Kyle Tuttle Band - Revival

Vince Herman & Silas Herman - Barley’s Taproom

Saturday - 02/14

Sicard Hollow - Third Room

Shadowgrass, Lindsay Lou - The Orange Peel

Coyote Rodeo - The One Stop (FREE!)

Top Picks for North Carolina - The Week of 2/9/26

Tuesday - 02/10

Billy Strings - ExploreAsheville.com Arena - Asheville, NC

Larry Keel & Jon Stickley Duo - Asheville Music Hall - Asheville, NC

Beer & Banjos: Laika’s Lost - Bowstring Brewyard - Raleigh, NC (FREE!)

Wednesday - 02/11

Langhorne Slim, Laney Jones and the Spirits - Cat’s Cradle - Carrboro, NC

Thursday - 02/12

Nicky Diamonds - The Pour House - Raleigh, NC

High June, The Band Fudge, Pilot Light - Lincoln Theatre - Raleigh, NC

Friday - 02/13

Margo Price, Sean Thompson's Weird Ears - Haw River Ballroom - Saxapahaw, NC

The Connells, Skylar Gudasz - Cat’s Cradle - Carrboro, NC

Pine1nine - Bowstring Brewyard - Raleigh, NC

Saturday - 02/14

Mdou Moctar (Solo), Celestogramme - Motorco Music Hall - Durham, NC

26th Annual Bob Marley Bash: Mickey Mills & Steel - Cat’s Cradle - Carrboro, NC

Shadowgrass, Lindsay Lou - The Orange Peel - Asheville, NC

🤝 Partner with the EZ Vibes

For the past few years, EZ Vibes has grown into a trusted home for the North Carolina live music community. Our squad doesn’t just "attend" shows—they live for the groove, the community, and the excitement that only a live performance can provide.

The Top Picks newsletter is where our community turns to discover their next favorite band and plan their weekend adventures. It’s also a powerful place for brands and artists to show up. Our readers are active participants who value authenticity, wellness, and the best live music experiences.

Why Partner With Us?

  • Engagement: High-intent audience that lives and breathes NC music culture.

  • Organic Integration: We collaborate on custom, experiential campaigns to promote you show to new audiences and drive interest and engagement

  • IRL + Digital Impact: From social impressions to in person concert presence at the best venues in the state. We a lineup of ambassadors ready to photograph or video your show.

If you’re a brand, venue, or artist looking to connect with a community that values live music and experiences, let’s chat. Email [email protected] for inquiries or visit the website and fill out the contact form.

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See y’all Thursday in Durham!

Evan from EZ Vibes