Genre | Modern Rock
Similar Artists | Clutch | Volbeat | Greta Van Fleet | My Morning Jacket | Government Mule
A rock band that fuses classic sounds and modern tones, The Appalachian Renegades call upon guitar heavy riffs mixed with soaring saxophone melodies and clean vocals to form their core sound.
Having spent 8 years playing shows across WNC, the renegades are currently writing music for their 4th studio release. Devil's Wish, the third of their career, had two #1 singles in the summer of 2022 on Buzz Radio Asheville.
The guys produce a sound reminiscent of rock bands like Greta Van Fleet, Clutch, Volbeat, Government Mule, Jack White, Black Stone Cherry, and My Morning Jacket among many other influential contemporary and classic rock artistsListen to Devils Wish
See the REnegades PErform
HighliGht Reel REcorded at Box Set Studios -DEc. 2023
Upcoming Show Dates
Accolades and Honors
December 2022 - Featured artist for 1st Annual Jingle Jam alongside other Well KNown Regional artists like Andrew ScoCthie, Abbey Bryant and the Echoes, and The GEt Right Band
Fall 2022 - From the EP Devils Wish - Two Worlds Collide and Conversations in My Mind reached #1 on the Buzz Radio Weekly Top 20 Most Requested Radio Countdown and spent a collective 15 weeks in the top 10
October 2021 - Featured artist at The 1st Annual Dark City Rock Fest in Black Mountain , NC
May 2021 - Headlining Artist for the Rock n Roll Music Festival Saluda, NC
Quotes from Local Promotors and Venues
“These Guys are Bad To The Bone"
Cory Short - Owner of The Social/Silverados
Appalachian Renegades still pack the Rock and Roll punch that is more and more becoming rare to find in today's gigging circuit. This is Rock and Roll at its purest with just the right amount of personality and surprises.
Billy Litz Lead Singer of Hustle Souls
Great Appalachian Rock with a bluesy soul to it. Sure to get any crowd rocking and enjoying themselves!
Riyen Roots, International Blues Touring Artist and Owner of Mountaintop Music Co
The Appalachian Renegades bring the party like no other. Performing an array of crowd-pleasing rock covers ranging from Zeppelin to Foo Fighters to Franz Ferdinand, these guys have the repertoire any rock n roller can enjoy. Their original tunes are the perfect balance of grit and melody that are weaved perfectly into their set.
The energy and spot on musical choices that the Appalachian Renegades bring to the table make them an incredible band and a perfect choice for your venue! If you book the Appalachian Renegades a party is sure to ensue!
Lyndsay Holmes - Music and Events Coordinator - Gingers Revenge Brewery and Tasting Room
The Band
Graeme Adams
Vocals - Saxophone - Rhythm Guitar
“Frettles” MAtt
Bass
LArry Smith
Drums
Cole Ford
Lead Guitar
2022 Shows and Appearances
Highland Brewing | 11.6.2022
The Salty Landing | 5.28.2022
The DFR Lounge | 5.28.2022

