

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Cris Jacobs w. Cheat Mountain Riders
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 06:30 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: The King of Baltimore Rock 'n Roll, Cris Jacobs brings his Americana boogie to the church this April with Cheat Mountain Riders featuring Mark Nicholson (Dead Reckoning).

From Baltimore comes Cris Jacobs — an unexpectedly gritty soul-blues singer and guitarist with outlaw country ethos. Blending a variety of musical traditions, Jacobs creates a distinctive voice and sound of his own punctuated by emotive songwriting and explosive guitar playing. Equally at home playing heartfelt Americana ballads or funky blues rockers, Jacobs is known for his mesmerizing live shows, where his improvisational guitar playing, powerhouse band, and deep reservoir of songs make each night a unique experience. 

Named one of Rolling Stone’s “10 New Country Artists You Need to Know” in 2017, Jacobs has collaborated with the Grateful Dead’s Phil Lesh and Dumpstaphunk’s Ivan Neville, and earned opening slots on tours with Sturgill Simpson and Steve Winwood. 

In his early days coming up in Baltimore, Jacobs spent 10 years as a member of eclectic rock band The Bridge before making his debut as bandleader and sole songwriter with 2012’s Songs for Cats and Dogs, emerging with renewed focus and a refined sound. 

With three solo albums to his name, a collaborative record with Ivan Neville aptly titled “Neville Jacobs”, songwriting credits that include bluegrass artists Audie Blaylock and Frank Solivan, New Orleans funksters Dumpstaphunk, and gospel legends Blind Boys of Alabama, Jacobs continues to evolve and display his wide range of writing and performing prowess. “No matter the song”, he says, “I just like to keep it soulful and let the music speak for itself”.

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Cheat Mountain Riders are a West Virginia-based band performing a unique blend of "Funkalachian" music, mixing Appalachian soul-funk with rock and roll. The group is known for their energetic live shows, featuring members Mark Nicholson (The Distance, Dead Reckoning), Willie Ward, and Ben James.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/cris-jacobs-w-cheat-mountain-riders/200029848207556
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, performances, art, live-music, dog
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 39

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://eventim.us/042326?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=roanoke-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Roanoke
- **state**: VA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1217 Maple Ave SW, Roanoke, VA, United States, Virginia 24016
- **lat**: 37.26215
- **long**: -79.94218
- **full address**: 1217 Maple Ave SW, Roanoke, VA, United States, Virginia 24016

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: 5 Points Music Sanctuary (https://allevents.in/org/5-points-music-sanctuary/11231070)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 06:30 pm (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 1217 Maple Ave SW, Roanoke, VA, United States, Virginia 24016
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** 5 Points Music Sanctuary
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** music, entertainment, performances, art, live-music, dog
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Cris Jacobs w. Cheat Mountain Riders ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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