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

Thank you to Feisty Bulldog Productions for helping us get our new album off the ground and contributing your expertise in post production and music distribution. Our music is now available on all major platforms because of your dedications and tireless behind the scenes work!

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

Mills River Brewing | 5.08.2022

Other Live PErformances by Appalachian Renegades