Americana and folk singer-songwriter Angela Easterling has been called a “shining example of what Americana music is,” by Jim Lauderdale, himself a top Americana and country artist. “It is inspiring. Great songs. Great singing. Great guitar playing. Everything is so tasty. [She] has got it.” Easterling performs in the backstage space of the Veh Stage at Tryon Fine Arts Center on Tuesday, Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. Details are available at tryonarts.org or by calling 828-859-8322. (photo submitted by MIchelle Fleming)