Ashes to Immortality album party rocks the Bottleneck + Previews!

Friday night there was plenty going on downtown in Lawrence, but nothing could beat the phenomenal performance by Ashes to Immortality. The local folk and bluegrass band is better than ever with a banjo added into their dynamic range of instruments and vocals. To top it all off Ashes released their first full length album last night. The new album has 15 songs, which any fans of the band will love.

To start the night of Sky Smeed opened up with some original tunes as well as some well-done covers. The one-man-band has a knack for warming up a crowd and kept the growing audience well-entertained with his funny stories and good music.

The bar started to fill up as the headliner came on, with a thick crowd around the bar as Ashes filled up the stage. Ashes to Immortality has everything a bluegrass folk band could ever need; singers, guitar, fiddle, mandolin, stand-up bass, drums and banjo. The band has developed a strong repertoire of songs over the time they've played, which they showcased last night in their performance, as well as in their new album.

A full audience of fans and bluegrass lovers came out to enjoy one of the best bands to call Lawrence home. Folks were dancing and cheering along to the songs all night. Even in the summer doldrums it is always good to know that Ashes to Immortality can throw down and make a party!

Now for previews:

Tonight, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band will be getting funky with some jazzy afrobeat at The Granada! SUNU will be opening the show, doors open at 7p.m. Tickets are $17.

Tuesday night, you can get almost any drink at the Jazzhaus for $1.50, making this one of the busiest spots in town on this otherwise dull weeknight.

Thursday, Lawrence's own Rooftop Vigilantes will be playing at the Replay Lounge for their FINAL! It's hard to believe that band has been here, there and everywhere for five years, but for all the fans this will be a special night. My Gold Mask and California Wives will share the stage as well. Doors at 10 p.m.

Saturday night another talented local band, 3 Son Green will be at the Jazzhaus with Stiff Necked Fools. Get down to some epic jams for $5!  Doors at 10 p.m.

Hope to see you out there!