Based in Asheville, NC Appalachian Renegades blend an old school gritty blues rock with big guitar riffs invoking the spirit of some of our favorite rockers from Stevie Ray Vaughn and Warren Haynes to Dan Auerbach and Jack White. Fueled by Graeme Adams's vocal efforts and saxophone interludes, Stephen Snider’s soaring guitar solos, and supported by the sonic back bone of seasoned professional drummer Blu Ramakis and the creative bass lines of Tink Lawing, the band packs a punch right from the get go and keeps delivering the heat - dropping big rock song after big rock song.
Formed in the summer of 2017 and taking a Do It Yourself approach, the band has played close to 50 shows in 2018 and self produced 2 EP’s and also obtained a 4 month long residency at the DFR Room in Brevard, NC. In 2019, Appalachian Renegades are poised to broaden their reach through regional touring and playing festivals in addition to playing their hometown of Asheville as much a possible. Look out for the Appalachian Renegades as they come roaring into a venue near you in 2019. You'll want to say you saw these guys before they made it big and time is running out!!!
Quotes from Local Promotors and Venues
Straightaway Cafe August 18, 2018
“Great Appalachian Rock with a bluesy soul to it. Sure to get any crowd rocking and enjoying themselves”
“The Appalachian Renegades bring the party like no other. Performing an array of crowd pleasing rock covers ranging from Zeppelin to Soundgarden 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!”
The Band
Graeme Adams
Vocals - Saxophone - Rhythm Guitar
Tink Lawing
Bass
Blu Ramakis
Drums
Stephen Snider
Lead Guitar
Recent Shows and Appearances
Mack Kells 11.24.2018
Greenhouse Moto Cafe 11.21.2018
Gingers Revenge 11.16.2018
The DFR Room Second Saturdays Rock 11.10.2018
Pillar Avl 11.9.2018
The Social 11.2.2018
