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MerleFest Unveils Preliminary 2027 Lineup

Nancy PoseyNov 10, 2026November 10, 20260

November 10, 2026 (Wilkesboro, NC) Over the past 39 years, MerleFest has become a tradition for music lovers not only from the Western North Carolina mountains but from across the U.S. The festival, started by Doc Watson to honor the memory of his son and musical partner Merle Watson, now...

A Rock & Roll Priest Comes to Nashville

Liz FerrellOct 29, 2026October 29, 20260

It’s not something you hear about every day—not even in Nashville, a geographic Venn diagram where arts, sports, and entertainment overlap with thriving commerce and Bible belt sensibilities. But this Friday night, Father John Francis O’Mara—an Episcopalian priest, singer, songwriter and storyteller (sometimes simply called “JFO”)—hits the stage with...

Bluegrass Music’s Big Tent

Liz FerrellJul 6, 2026July 6, 20260

In its first two weeks, the 2026 season of Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman managed to hit the far corners of the big, inclusive tent that covers bluegrass music. Week 1: Dailey & Vincent The season kicked off on June 16 with multiple award-winning bluegrass and country duo...

Shelton & Williams Return to Station Inn April 30.

Nancy PoseyApr 29, 2026April 29, 20260

Jeanette and Johnny Williams and Jay Shelton, performing as the bluegrass trio Shelton & Williams of Danville, Virginia, will return to Nashville’s Station Inn on Thursday, April 30, at 9 PM. With more than thirty years of touring and performing, Jeanette and Johnny have played and recorded with many of...

Brandon Lee Adams to Play Station Inn

Nancy PoseyApr 18, 2026April 18, 20260

Brandon Lee Adams is no stranger to Nashville’s historic Station Inn, having played on stage with other musicians. Appalachian born and raised,Adams has built his career playing with such music icons as Tony Rice. A singer-songwriter as well as a guitarist, Adams also hosts the Emmy-winning series The Life of...

Mike Mitchell Band @ Station Inn on April 16

Nancy PoseyApr 14, 20260

Virginia fiddler and vocalist Mike Mitchell will appear with the Mike Mitchell Band at Nashville’s historic Station Inn on Thursday, April 16, at 9 pm. The band will be playing from their upcoming album Love Songs, Torch & Bluegrass, to be released May 8 on Mountain Fever Records. Mitchell, who...

Norway’s Hayde Bluegrass Orchestra to Headline Dee’s on October 27

Nancy PoseyOct 25, 2025October 25, 20250

In the U.S. for a two-month fall tour, Hayde Bluegrass Orchestra, an 8-piece Norwegian band, will play Dee’s Country Cocktail Lounge on Monday, October 27 @ 9pm, following Kyle Tuttle at 6pm. Together for more than a decade now, the members of HBO got their start as friends playing covers....

Hairball’s 25th Anniversary Tour Crashes into Nashville

MCMM STAFFMay 6, 20250

Get ready, Nashville—Hairball is bringing the full-blown rock spectacle to Brooklyn Bowl on Thursday, May 22 Welcome to the glam, the fire, and the leather. Hairball brings its 25th Anniversary Tour to Brooklyn Bowl Nashvillefor one night only, and it’s a full-scale celebration of the most iconic arena rock...

Catch the Michigan Rattlers Live in Nashville!

MCMM STAFFMar 15, 20250

In every note, a story unfolds. Music lovers, get ready! The Michigan Rattlers are bringing their soul-stirring blend of Americana and folk to Nashville. They’ll be lighting up the stage at Cannery Hall on April 26th as part of their “Waving From A Sea” tour. Celebrating their latest acclaimed album,...

Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar Comes to Nashville – Soft Opening March 27th

MCMM STAFFMar 11, 20250

Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar Coming to Nashville – Soft Opening March 27th Nashville is about to turn up the volume with a brand-new addition to its legendary nightlife scene—Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar. Set to open in early April on historic Second Avenue, Pete’s is bringing its signature high-energy, crowd-fueled performances...