APR 11 – Keyth Jones w/ CassiRaye
Friday, April 11 at 8:00 pm (doors open 7:30)
Album Release Party! Celebrate Keyth Jones’ new album Love Yourself with Keyth himself and opening act the wonderful CassiRaye.
Keyth Jones once took for granted that he had a relative named Patsy Cline. Not wanting to disappoint—or perhaps wanting to—he bought a cheap acoustic guitar in the late ‘90s and brought his spirited, nasal vocals to coffeehouses from western Maryland to the West Virginia panhandle. His original songs struck a curious balance somewhere between golden oldies and grunge.
In the early 2000s, Keyth took a sharp turn by co-founding the avant-rock band Pläns Pläns in rural eastern Maryland. Known for its largely instrumental sound, the band released two albums and delivered ear-ringing performances throughout its eight-year run. For the next decade, Keyth found a musical home in Baltimore, sharing vocal and songwriting duties with Miles Gannett in the psychedelic ensemble Fractal Cat. The group released three albums, became a favorite on local radio, and played extensively along the East Coast, sharing stages with notable acts like Cris Jacobs and Rising Appalachia.
After a two-year hiatus from music—shaped by love, a global pandemic, and the cold mountain air—Keyth returned with a new collection of songs. These mid-life meditations on love and loss combine quirky romanticism with his trademark blend of eclectic musical styles. From garage rock and soul to bluegrass, the twists and turns reflect the restless spirit of a lifelong musical wanderer. Following his debut solo single, “I Like the Way” (2023), Keyth’s debut solo EP, Love Yourself, brings his long journey full circle.
CassiRaye is an artist whose creative vision is as expansive as her soul. Born in the Maryland suburbs of Washington, DC, and strongly influenced by her southern roots, she captivates audiences with her earthy, sensual voice, and her original songs lead listeners into the most intimate depths of the human experience. CassiRaye’s music continues to find its way into hearts across North and South America, and she has been a featured performer at music festivals and concert venues throughout the eastern US, including Culturefest in West Virginia, and BuddhaFest in Washington, DC. She has released four albums since her debut, Open, landed in 2015.
General Admission: $12 advance, $15 at door.
All Ages, doors open 30 minutes before showtime.
The historic Shepherdstown Opera House is cozy vaudeville-style theater with limited seating and we’ll have a dance floor set up for this show — advance ticket purchase encouraged. Online sales end 2 hours before showtime. Beer, wine, soft drinks and snacks for sale during the performance (ID required for beer & wine purchase, no outside food or drinks please). Lobby, theater & restroom are wheelchair accessible.
ARTIST LINKS – Keyth Jones
ARTIST LINKS – CassiRaye
