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

Britt 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, 20241

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...

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...

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