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Tribute to Bobby Hicks, A Legendary Fiddle Player from Madison County
Bobby Hicks was a legendary fiddle player from North Carolina. His impressive career spanned decades, playing in groundbreaking bands such as Bill Monroe and Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, and would go on to win 10 Grammy awards. Short-form documentary at Zuma Coffee in February 2018 in Marshall, NC Bobby Hicks, Ralph Lewis and friends performing backstage at the 11th Annual Fiddlers of Madison County concert in Marshall, NC Bobby Hicks, Mark Kuykendall & Asheville Bluegr
Aug 19, 2024


Sister Sadie's "Willow" Nominated for IBMA Music Video of the Year
Mountainwater Films is beyond excited to announce the music video we put together with Sister Sadie for the song "Willow" has been nominated for International Bluegrass Association's Music Video of the Year at this year's IBMA 2024 Bluegrass Music Awards. Mountainwater Films produces music videos and event coverage for artists across Appalachia. See our full music portfolio.
Jul 17, 2024


Inaugural Cigar Box Guitar Festival in Robbinsville, NC
Here's a recap of the inaugural Cigar Box Guitar Festival in Robbinsville, NC: June 10, 2023. Take in the mesmerizing melodies, electrifying performances, and soulful vibes of the recent Cigar Box Guitar Festival in the charming town of Robbinsville, North Carolina! Immerse yourself in the unique sounds of handmade cigar box guitars, resonating through the serene landscape of Robbinsville. From bluesy riffs to folk-inspired harmonies, the festival showcased an array of musi
Aug 15, 2023


"Goin' Home Comin' On" by Carley Arrowood
Carley Arrowood is a rising talent in the bluegrass genre. She’s surrounded by top notch musicians Jon Weisberger, Kristin Scott and Wayne Benson rounding out the sound of this track. Check out the music video for "Goin' Home Comin' On" Mountainwater Films produces music videos and event coverage for artists across Appalachia. See our full music portfolio.
Dec 30, 2020


Teaser for Jeremy Garrett's "Nevermind"
Jeremy Garrett is an accomplished musician with the Grammy award winning band The Infamous Stringdusters. Here's a teaser for his new single, a cover of Dennis Lloyd's "Nevermind." Mountainwater Films produces music videos and event coverage for artists across Appalachia. See our full music portfolio.
Jul 10, 2020


Balsam Range in the Studio
"Richest Man" is the #1 song on the Bluegrass Today chart. Here's a behind the scenes video of Balsam Range in the studio. Mountainwater Films produces music videos and event coverage for artists across Appalachia. See our full music portfolio.
Jul 8, 2020


Fireside Collective's"Bring it on Home" Music Video
Such an appropriate music video for the times. We shot this in mid-March long before the stay-at-home orders were a reality. We had no idea at the time that this music video would fit in more than ever today! Mountainwater Films produces music videos and event coverage for artists across Appalachia. See our full music portfolio.
Apr 14, 2020


"We Needed This Ride" Music Video
"We Needed This Ride" by Chris Jones and the Night Drivers From the band: "The song is a very recent one of mine that tells the tale of a romantic reunion on a long-anticipated road trip. The journey is more important than the destination in this case." Shot & Edited by Mountainwater Films Mountainwater Films produces music videos and event coverage for artists across Appalachia. See our full music portfolio.
Mar 31, 2020


"Lost John" Music Video by Frank and Allie Lee
Shot in Bryson City, NC the video for Frank and Allie Lee's version of "Lost John" follows John on his journeys of being... well, John. Shot and edited by Asheville videographer, Mountainwater Films. Mountainwater Films produces music videos and event coverage for artists across Appalachia. See our full music portfolio.
Dec 9, 2019


"Cold Mountain Town" Music Video
My buddies in Unspoken Tradition released their newest album Myths We Tell Our Young earlier this year. There was one track in particular that stood out to me. Though it was not slated to be a single, I asked the writer of the song—UT’s mandolin player Ty Gilpin--if they would be willing to let me create a music video for “Cold Mountain Town.” There’s a mutual feeling between us that we live in a time where Appalachian culture as well as the character of Asheville is at a cro
Nov 13, 2019


"Callin' Your Name" by The Grascals
Mountainwater Films created the newest music video for the bluegrass band The Grascals. Mountainwater Films produces music videos and event coverage for artists across Appalachia. See our full music portfolio.
Oct 22, 2019


Tribute to Raymond Fairchild
Legendary banjo player Raymond Fairchild passed away on October 13, 2019. This tribute was shot on June 7, 2019 at Raymond's "second home," the Maggie Valley Opry House in Maggie Valley, NC. Mountainwater Films produces music videos and event coverage for artists across Appalachia. See our full music portfolio.
Oct 14, 2019


2019 Wide Open Bluegrass Festival in Raleigh, NC
Mountainwater Films traveled to Raleigh, NC to cover IBMA's 2019 Wide Open Bluegrass festival. Some of the bands featured in this video are Mountain Home/Organic artists including Sideline, IBMA Award winner for Song of the Year "Thunder Dan," Balsam Range, Chris Jones and the Night Riders, Unspoken Tradition, Fireside Collective, and Zoe & Cloyd. Mountainwater Films produces music videos and event coverage for artists across Appalachia. See our full music portfolio.
Oct 10, 2019
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