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Steel Panther Live at Marathon Music Works, 2024

Alma ReedMay 10, 20241

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...

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...

Sessanta Celebration Comes to Tennessee

Nathan LeslieApr 13, 20240

Sessanta, a celebration for storied vocalist Maynard James Keenan’s 60th birthday made it’s way to Tennessee on April 10th. Inside the confines of an old quarry, First Bank Amphitheater provided a beautiful backdrop of rocks and lights for the performing acts. Bringing along two of Keenan’s acts, A Perfect Circle,...

Charlotte Sands at Brooklyn Bowl 4/11/24

MCMM STAFFApr 13, 2024April 23, 20240

Charlotte Sands at Brooklyn Bowl 4/11/24 Words & Photos by Josh Trotter The electrifying Charlotte Sands graced the stage at Brooklyn Bowl, captivating the audience with her soulful voice and dynamic presence. The venue buzzed with anticipation as Sands launched into her set, effortlessly blending pop melodies with hints of...

Dirty Loops: The Musical Fusion Masters In Nashville

Alma ReedApr 4, 20242

In the kaleidoscopic world of music, where genres blend and innovation is the currency of relevance, Dirty Loops stands as a beacon for aficionados and casual listeners alike. Imagine a band that stitches together the intricate tapestries of jazz, the pulsating rhythms of pop, and the electronic soundscapes of modern...

Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame presents Day Two of Jerry Garcia: A Bluegrass Journey

Nancy PoseyMar 31, 2024April 6, 20240

On Friday, March 26, Vince Herman and Leftover Salmon hosted the evening performances at the celebration of Jerry Garcia’s bluegrass journey at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Owensboro, Kentucky. Featured performers included Eric Thompson, David Nelson, and Pete Wernick, three original members of the Black Mountain...

Godsmack Brings the Vibez to Nashville

Nathan LeslieMar 2, 20240

Nearly 30 years in, Godsmack gave fans a different perspective on their musical journey along with a few surprises. The Vibez Tour, a unique stripped down partial acoustic and storytelling tour gave a new look into the music and songwriting that brought everyone into historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville,...

The Ultimate Party Throwdown: Pitbull, Enrique Iglesias and Ricky Martin

Alma ReedMar 1, 20240

Under the neon lights of Nashville, Enrique, Ricky, and Pitbull turned an ordinary night into an extraordinary fiesta. The Trilogy Tour in Nashville was an extraordinary confluence of music, nostalgia, and celebration, a concert that not only showcased the immense talent of Enrique Iglesias, Ricky Martin, and Pitbull but also...

Journey into the World of Billy Strings

Alma ReedFeb 25, 20241

Yesterday, I stumbled upon a musical EXPERIENCE I never knew existed, right in the heart of Nashville at the Bridgestone Arena. The universe of Billy Strings. As someone who prides themselves on their guitar hero knowledge (yes, Tommy Emmanuel and his ilk have been my jam), I’m baffled at how...

Disturbed and Falling in Reverse Took Over Nashville

Alma ReedFeb 18, 2024February 20, 20240

Disturbed: Not Just a Band, But a Movement So, the “Take Back Your Life 2024” tour just crashed into Nashville on February 17, and let me tell you, it was epic. Disturbed, with their latest album “Divisive” causing all kinds of chaos (the good kind), and Falling In Reverse lighting...