Cat Clyde Announces – Live At Rare Bird Farm…

A note from Cat Clyde:

“This summer, in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina, I had the pleasure of performing at Rare Bird farm. Pulling into the property I was welcomed and held by the big hills and cool creek.  Farrah and Mitchell, owners and caretakers of the land had arranged for me to perform looking out into the big hills tucked into the open barn whilst the audience sat on blankets with tea, and dogs roamed and played.  We recorded the set as the sun fell behind the hills.  

My time in Western North Carolina, driving through the winding roads and witnessing the beautiful forests, swimming in the rivers, and walking the trails held great beauty and magic for me.  There lives in this space a community that cultivates and calls in deep appreciation for sharing music and keeping Appalachian traditions alive.  

Returning in autumn, I was able to witness the devastation and aftermath left over from Hurricane Helene.  The old river, and big winds destroying homes, buildings, roads, and anything else laid in the path.  The resilience and coming together of the community was inspiring after such destruction.  I wanted to share this recorded performance, captured in the Blue Ridge mountains to contribute to hurricane relief for the people and community of Western North Carolina.  I am grateful for my time spent there, and hope that the people of this beautiful area can continue to work with one another to rebuild and grow again.”

About Rare Bird Farm: This album was recorded live at Rare Bird Farm, home of Rare Bird Cultural Arts, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fostering community, creativity, and connection through the preservation of Appalachian folk traditions and the celebration of diverse artistic expressions. Our mission is to provide a platform for artists of all backgrounds and abilities, while offering enriching cultural experiences that inspire and unite.

About Bounty & Soul: Bounty & Soul works at the intersection of food, farms and health. Together, they connect, share and celebrate nutritious food, education and community in the WNC region. Through their programs they address food insecurity, the sustainability of the local food system and the health and wellbeing of the whole person. Using its substantial network of relationships in the community, Bounty & Soul has also provided relief, recovery and rebuilding support to the hardest hit communities left devastated by Hurricane Helene. Bounty & Soul was boots on the ground the day of the storm, mobilizing quickly to bring food and supplies to Swannanoa, Fairview and Black Mountain. Within a couple of days, volunteers and staff were distributing 2000 hot meals per day in 19 communities in partnership with World Central Kitchen. They have also provided tens of thousands of pounds of critical supplies like pet food, diapers, heaters, bedding, clothing, appliances, hygiene kits, cleaning supplies, PPE, and many other vital household items. They continue to this day to provide vital supplies to hard-hit communities that continue to experience the devastating effects of this catastrophic event. In addition to supplying fresh food to chefs and distributors of hot meals, they also purchase fresh produce for distribution through their Farmers Market Truck and community markets, reaching multiple areas across the county. This ensures consistent access to fresh, nutritious food, especially in the hardest-hit communities like Swannanoa.