SHOALSFEST@MCFARLAND PARK IN FLORENCE, AL

Nancy PoseyOct 5, 2019October 19, 20190

When Jason Isbell first dreamed up the idea for the ShoalsFest, a full day of music on two stages on the banks of the Tennessee River in Florence, Alabama, he says he figured he’d ask the people wanted to play. Then when they said no, he’d ask some more people....

Maggie Rose Live at Brooklyn Bowl Nashville: A Soulful Symphony in Music City

Alma ReedMay 12, 2024May 14, 20240

Last night, May 10th, 2024, at Brooklyn Bowl Nashville, I had the privilege of witnessing a performance that channeled the golden days of musical divas, with Maggie Rose commanding the stage like a modern-day Aretha Franklin. Dressed in a stunning black and red dress, Maggie brought a blend of funky...

Steel Panther Live at Marathon Music Works, 2024

Alma ReedMay 10, 20240

Let me tell you about Steel Panther’s show in Nashville. Tornado warnings were swirling across Tennessee that night, and I thought, “No way this show isn’t canceled.” I called Marathon Music Works to check, and sure enough, the show was still on. Tornadoes couldn’t stop this metal machine. The evening...

SOLD OUT DAYSEEKER SHOW IN CHATTANOOGA 5/8/24

Brittany BossertMay 10, 2024May 11, 20240

DAYSEEKER IN CHATTANOOGA 5/8/24 Dayseeker made their Chattanooga debut with a SOLD OUT show at The Signal. Openers Void got things started by encouraging an already hyped up crowed to crowd surf during their second song. The crowd’s energy continued to grow as Rain City Drive took the stage next....

Robert Earl Keen Releases “Let’s Valet”

Nancy PoseyMay 10, 2024May 10, 20240

Fans certainly won’t complain if Robert Earl Keen plans to release new music and resume touring after his Farewell Tour. The upside to retiring, after all, is the freedom to do just what one pleases. Early in 2023, Keen released Western Chill as a package deal–an LP of new music...

MERLEFEST 2024: SATURDAY HIGHLIGHTS

Nancy PoseyMay 6, 2024May 12, 20240

Saturday at MerleFest poses a challenge for festival-goers with a bad case of FOMO: At any given time slot, several stages beckon. With a choice of either seeing MerleFest favorite performers one more time or checking out some of the new acts on the lineup, the only guarantee is good...

JESSIE MURPH IN CHATTANOOGA, TN 5/1/24

Brittany BossertMay 3, 2024May 8, 20240

Jessie Murph closed out her In The Sticks tour at The Signal in Chattanooga, TN on 5/1/24. She brought along up and coming country sensation Shaboozy to open for her. SHABOOZY

MERLEFEST 2024: TGI FRIDAY

Nancy PoseyMay 1, 2024May 5, 20240

While Thursday’s sets mainly took place on the Watson Stage or Cabin Stage, by Friday, MerleFest performances were spread out across the Wilkes Community College Campus, requiring planning to get from one great show to the next. Festival-goers had the opportunity to discover some rising stars. Regional favorites The Harris...

An Evening with Rawayana at Brooklyn Bowl Nashville

Alma ReedApr 24, 2024April 24, 20240

Last night, April 20th, marked my first experience seeing Rawayana live, coinciding with the start of their *Quién Trae las Cornetas? World Tour* at Brooklyn Bowl Nashville. The evening was a deep dive into their latest album, *¿Quién trae las cornetas?*, which has been generating buzz for its eclectic mix...

A Rookie’s Guide to MerleFest

Nancy PoseyApr 23, 2024April 23, 20240

You’ve been promising yourself you’d make it to MerleFest for years. Now you’ve committed. You have your four-day pass (because who would want to miss a daylight?) Now what? WEATHER Expect all four seasons in one day. The end of April in the South is the epitome of fickleness. It...

MERLEFEST 2024: DAY ONE

Nancy PoseyApr 20, 2024May 5, 20240

The organizers of MerleFest 2024 did not start small, letting the festival build over four days. Instead, they pulled out the stops with some of the hottest bands in bluegrass today. Presley Barker opened on the Watson Stage, and by the time Dan Tyminski Band took the stage, the grounds...