EPK — Appalachian Renegades

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, Cole Ford’s blazing guitar solos, and supported by the sonic back bone of seasoned professional drummer Freddie “Boom Boom” Scungio 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 played close to 50 shows in 2018, self produced 2 EP’s and also obtained a 4 month long residency at the DFR Room in Brevard, NC. In 2019, Appalachian Renegades have more than 40 shows booked and are broadening their reach through regional touring and festival appearances. Look out for the Appalachian Renegades as they come roaring into a venue near you. 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

“These Guys are Bad To The Bone"

Cory Short - Owner of The Social in East Asheville

Triskelion Brewing August 17, 2019

“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.

“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.”

— Bily Litz - Lead Singer for Hustle Souls

“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!”

— Lyndsay Holmes - Music and Events Coordinator - Gingers Revenge Brewery and Tasting Room