**Gareth Asher’s Birthday Reunion featuring Amy Gerhartz and other surprise guests live at Eddie's Attic!** Gareth Asher is a Georgia-born singer-songwriter and guitarist with a style identified as Southern Soul. Gareth’s expressive voice cuts straight into the core of his listener’s emotions. The passion in his singing, along with the relatable lyrics have brought fans along with him on an extraordinary musical journey. Through Asher’s music he brings together a community to make this world a better place. Asher, son of musical parents, latched onto rock and roll before he turned five. He grew up in the Appalachian foothills of West Georgia, listening to his parents' rock and roll band and singing along with the records of great artists like Don Henley, Jackson Browne, Bob Seager, and Bruce Springsteen. The day he picked up a guitar and strummed it, he knew he'd found his instrument. Passionate about singing, he wrote his first song at age 15 and was jamming with local performers as soon as they would let him in the clubs to play. He continued working on his songwriting and guitar playing while a student at the local university and soon became the featured entertainer in local venues, where his passionate voice delivering original lyrics—the kind that makes you want to sit up and listen–quickly developed a loyal audience. Gareth began his professional musical career in 2002 as the lead singer in the four-piece guitar-driven alternative rock band, Illbreak. Illbreak’s debut album on Imprint Records, The Flood was released in 2005. It was around that time that Asher put out his first solo record, No Reality. In addition to releasing multiple records over the years, Asher has several collaborations including Get It Right featuring Nappy Roots in 2011, and One Day featuring Niko Moon in 2014. One of Asher’s greatest collaborations began in 2011 when he crossed paths with Nicki Thrailkill. These kindred spirits then went on to perform as Gareth Asher + the Earthlings and then in 2017 as Ink + Ash. They released Defend the Flame in 2019. Now in 2025, Gareth has returned to his roots as a solo artist that loves to travel and connect with like minded souls. He has just released his 7th studio album titled 'The Time is Now' and is on tour in promotion of it. As a touring artist, Asher has shared the stage with Shawn Mullins, Glen Phillips (Toad the Wet Sprocket), Emerson Hart (Tonic), Sister Hazel, Collective Soul, 3 Doors Down, Colin Hay (Men at Work), Little Feat, Corey Smith and many more. Ask fans what they like best about Gareth Asher... the passion in his voice, and the lyrics they connect with. "Gareth has the most soulful voice I have ever heard. The first time I heard his music I just had to stop and take it in. I imagine that is what it was like for those who heard Ray Charles or John Lennon for the first time." - Holly Firfer (92.9 Dave FM On-Air, Atlanta & Company) In comments likening Asher's voice to that of famed tenors such as Jeff Buckley, Ray Lamontagne, and even Cat Stevens, record and session producer Charlie Peacock describes Gareth Asher as "solid in all the ways we need a decidedly American singer-songwriter to be. *Amy Gerhartz is a multi-talented singer/songwriter, keynote speaker, voice actor, podcast host, and certified life coach. With a BA in Music from Florida State University, she’s released 6 independent albums, completed 7 cross-country tours, and shared the stage with renowned artists like Sister Hazel, Jason Mraz, Zac Brown, and even performed for the legendary Gladys Knight.* *Her music blends soul, empowerment, and storytelling—helping listeners connect to their own strength through honest lyrics and powerful melodies. She’s lent her voice to commercial and television projects for networks like Lifetime TV and E!, and has been nominated for honors including the NSAI Song Contest and Best Pop Album at the Independent Music Awards. Amy is also a 6-time featured performer on The Rock Boat music festival at sea.* *As the Founder & CEO of A Higher Way Of Livingand host of the RISE UP Buttercup podcast, Amy now empowers others to find their voice—on stage, in leadership, and in life. Her work has been featured on the covers of Las Vegas Entrepreneurs and Best Holistic Life Magazine, and she’s been seen on ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, and more. In 2022, Amy was named a "Leading Expert" by Powerful Professionals and won the Scale Fast Global Business Pitch Contest, earning praise from Mr. Wonderful himself, Kevin O’Leary of Shark Tank.* *Whether she’s performing music or coaching someone into their confidence, Amy’s mission is simple: help others rise up, own their voice, and show up fully as who they are.* Presented by Eddie's Attic. This is an all ages event.