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An Electrifying Night Of Blues and Soul

Josh Trotter
Nashville’s famed Ryman Auditorium, a venue steeped in musical history, played host to an electrifying night of blues and soul. The night was a testament to the timeless nature of blues, showcasing two artists who have carved out unique paths in the genre while paying homage to its rich roots.......
David Gray walking out before his performance at The Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN
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A Masterful Performance: David Gray At The Ryman Auditorium

Josh Trotter
 David Gray’s performance at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville was a mesmerizing blend of poetic songwriting, evocative melodies, and masterful musicianship. As one of Britain’s most celebrated singer-songwriters, Gray has built a career spanning over three decades, known for his signature blend of folk, rock, and electronic elements. Rising to......
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Joel Timmons and Chatham Rabbits Share an Evening at the Analog

Nancy Posey
Joel Timmons proved himself more than an opening act at the Hutton Hotel’s Analog Lounge on Wednesday, February 13. Both Timmons and the Chatham Rabbits showcased brand-new album releases. Timmons’ genre-defying debut solo album Psychedelic Surf Country launched on February 7 was produced by Maya de Vitry, who also played......
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SPBGMA Celebrates Fifty Years of Bluegrass

Nancy Posey
The Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music in American is a mouthful; most folks just call it SPBGMA (pronounced SPIG-ma). January 23–26 marked the 50th anniversary of the annual convention, held at the Music City Sheraton in Nashville. All it takes to immerse oneself in the experience is walking......
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WAGE WAR’S PERFORMANCE WAS AN EXERCISE IN CONTROLLED CHAOS

Josh Trotter
On a balmy night in Nashville, TN, Marathon Music Works became the epicenter of modern metalcore as Wage War headlined an electrifying show, supported by a dynamic lineup featuring Erra, Thrown, and Fame On Fire. This tour stop had been one of the most anticipated on the calendar for heavy......
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A Rookie’s Guide to AmericanaFest

Nancy Posey
The Americana Music Association will the 24th annual AmericanaFest from September 17–21, with seminars and panels for music professionals, as well as performances spread all across Nashville. While most Nashvillians are fully aware when the CMA Fest comes to town each summer, AmericanaFest may be one of Music City’s best......
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RICK FARIS BAND: STATION INN

Nancy Posey
The Rick Faris Band played Nashville’s iconic Station Inn stage on Friday, July 12, to a lively crowd of locals and out-of-towners, staunch bluegrass fans, and even some bachelorettes.Jed Clark opened the evening on guitar, showcasing his finger-picking style and original lyrics. Rick Faris has spent his life apprenticing for......
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ROBERT EARL KEEN @ THE RYMAN

Nancy Posey
Robert Earl Keen certainly knows how to read his audiences and to consider his fan base. In advance of the digital relaunch of his Western Chill album, the REK band appeared at the Ryman Auditorium, which he called “the Taj Majal, Mount Rushmore, and Westminster Abbey of Country Music.” Oklahoman......
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STELLA PRINCE TO PLAY MOCKINGBIRD THEATER “WOMEN OF FOLK”

Nancy Posey
Stella Prince’s October 2023 single release “Dear Future Me” is an appropriate title for a young singer-songwriter who has been future-focused for years. She knew as young as three years old that she wanted to be a singer, telling her parents she needed a manager before they were even sure......
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ARKANSAUCE & FIRESIDE COLLECTIVE: NASHVILLE’S ANALOG

Nancy Posey
The only thing better than a rollicking and intimate evening of entertainment from a high-energy bluegrass band at the Hutton Hotel’s Analog in Nashville is two such bands. On Wednesday, the band Arkansauce from—you guessed it—Arkansas joined was joined by Fireside Collective out of Asheville, North Carolina. The show marked......