Local & Live Nashville Music Reviews
There are plenty of never ending opportunities to hear tons of great live music in Nashville on any day of the week. Read our reviews on some of the local venues & about the live performances we've attended in Music City USA.
Tresa Street Live at Tootsies Orchid Lounge
Local Musician Tresa Street made a recent appearance at the famous Tootsies Lounge on Broadway in Nashville Tennessee
Local Musician Tresa Street made a recent appearance at the famous Tootsies Lounge on Broadway in Nashville Tennessee
Dirt Nitty Gritty Band: Celebrating 40 Years of Music
Dirt Nitty Gritty Band was honored by IEBA for their 40 years of music. Rodney Crowell introduced the band and even joined in on a song with them. Members of the band have come and gone as the years have passed and yet the band is going stronger than ever.
Dirt Nitty Gritty Band was honored by IEBA for their 40 years of music. Rodney Crowell introduced the band and even joined in on a song with them. Members of the band have come and gone as the years have passed and yet the band is going stronger than ever.
Carriage House Music Series
Twice a year, the historic Belle Meade Mansion is host to the Carriage House Music Series. In years past, the Carriage House Music Series are normally held bi-annually, once in the fall and once in the spring months.
Twice a year, the historic Belle Meade Mansion is host to the Carriage House Music Series. In years past, the Carriage House Music Series are normally held bi-annually, once in the fall and once in the spring months.
Enjoying Ernest Tubb's Midnight Jamboree
Ernest Tubbs Midnight Jamboree is the second oldest running radio show in history. It can normally be heard on WSM every Saturday night, starting at midnight, after the Grand Ole Opry. Ernest Tubb's Midnight Jamboree is a radio show and so the performance will always start at precisely midnight. Ernest Tubb's Midnight Jamboree is located in the Music Valley / Opryland Area at the Troubadour Theater located in the strip mall just behind the Nashville Palace.
Ernest Tubbs Midnight Jamboree is the second oldest running radio show in history. It can normally be heard on WSM every Saturday night, starting at midnight, after the Grand Ole Opry. Ernest Tubb's Midnight Jamboree is a radio show and so the performance will always start at precisely midnight. Ernest Tubb's Midnight Jamboree is located in the Music Valley / Opryland Area at the Troubadour Theater located in the strip mall just behind the Nashville Palace.
"1964 The Tribute" : The Ultimate Beatle's Experience
"1964 The Tribute" has been hailed by critics and fans alike as the most authentic and endearing Beatles tribute in the world. The band members have worked together for over 20 years and have recreated the Sound, Look and Energy of the original Fab Four of the 1960's.
"1964 The Tribute" has been hailed by critics and fans alike as the most authentic and endearing Beatles tribute in the world. The band members have worked together for over 20 years and have recreated the Sound, Look and Energy of the original Fab Four of the 1960's.
26th Annual Country Showdown at the Ryman Auditorium
The Colgate Country Showdown, one of the nation's largest and oldest talent search. Some of the past participants, including local and national winners, of the Country Showdown have included like Tim McGraw, Garth Brooks, Keith Anderson, and Martina McBride. This competition is an Annual Nashville Event, that offers a great insight into the up and coming musicians and the Nashville Music Scene.
The Colgate Country Showdown, one of the nation's largest and oldest talent search. Some of the past participants, including local and national winners, of the Country Showdown have included like Tim McGraw, Garth Brooks, Keith Anderson, and Martina McBride. This competition is an Annual Nashville Event, that offers a great insight into the up and coming musicians and the Nashville Music Scene.
A Christmas Dinner Party with Pam Tillis at Opryland
A (debut) review of The Pam Tillis Christmas Dinner Party presented by Christie Cookies, part of the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center’s: A Country Christmas.
A (debut) review of The Pam Tillis Christmas Dinner Party presented by Christie Cookies, part of the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center’s: A Country Christmas.
An Evening at 3rd & Lindsley with Jason Fitz
An Evening at 3rd & Lindsley with Jason Fitz.
An Evening at 3rd & Lindsley with Jason Fitz.
An Inside Preview of George Jones: 50 years of Hits
Take an inside look at the taping of the PBS special presentation of George Jones: 50 years of Hits.
Take an inside look at the taping of the PBS special presentation of George Jones: 50 years of Hits.
Avon Kiss Goodbye to Cancer Crusade
During October, which is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, there are many Fund Raising Benefits taking place. One of them was the Avon Kiss Goodbye to Cancer Crusade.
During October, which is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, there are many Fund Raising Benefits taking place. One of them was the Avon Kiss Goodbye to Cancer Crusade.
Behind the Finish Lines of the 2008 Sound & Speed
2008 Sound & Speed review submitted by a Nascar fan and local Nashvillian, who decided to step up to the finish line by volunteering with this annual event, and helping to ensure it's future success in Nashville.
2008 Sound & Speed review submitted by a Nascar fan and local Nashvillian, who decided to step up to the finish line by volunteering with this annual event, and helping to ensure it's future success in Nashville.
Brandon Giles Rocks Layla’s Bluegrass Hillbilly and Country Inn
Brandon Giles is packing the house on Friday and Saturday nights at Layla’s Bluegrass Inn on Broadway.
Brandon Giles is packing the house on Friday and Saturday nights at Layla’s Bluegrass Inn on Broadway.
Colgate Country Showdown hits the Nashville Palace Stage
The road to the 2006 Colgate Country Showdown has begun. The Local finals, for Nashville, were held on May 19th at the Nashville Palace.
The road to the 2006 Colgate Country Showdown has begun. The Local finals, for Nashville, were held on May 19th at the Nashville Palace.
Cook's United Methodist Church Benefit-Nashville Style
Most churches have a fundraiser by having a bake sale or maybe a yard sale. But if you're from the Nashville area, well things are done quite differently, especially when a member of the church congregation is an award-winning country artist.[
Most churches have a fundraiser by having a bake sale or maybe a yard sale. But if you're from the Nashville area, well things are done quite differently, especially when a member of the church congregation is an award-winning country artist.[
El Chico's Saturday Night
El Chico's hits the mark every time with their entertainment choices, but moreover they offer a wide selection of great menu choices, topped off with a warm personable staff.
El Chico's hits the mark every time with their entertainment choices, but moreover they offer a wide selection of great menu choices, topped off with a warm personable staff.
Flat River Band
Comprised of brothers Chad, Dennijo and Andy Sitze, the Flat River Band has a distinctive sound that relies on tight, in-tune harmonies.
Comprised of brothers Chad, Dennijo and Andy Sitze, the Flat River Band has a distinctive sound that relies on tight, in-tune harmonies.
Flatt and Alvis: Blending Bluegrass, Gospel, and Today's Sound
The Flatt and Alvis sound is clearly rooted in the bluegrass made famous by Flatt's legendary great-uncle, Lester Flatt but it's a far cry from your grandpa's bluegrass sound.
The Flatt and Alvis sound is clearly rooted in the bluegrass made famous by Flatt's legendary great-uncle, Lester Flatt but it's a far cry from your grandpa's bluegrass sound.
Forget-Me-Not Concert benefiting the Alzheimer’s Association
A review of the Forget-Me-Not, the first Alzheimer’s Association benefit concert ever held in Nashville, at the Nashville Palace.
A review of the Forget-Me-Not, the first Alzheimer’s Association benefit concert ever held in Nashville, at the Nashville Palace.
Grand Ole Opry's Birthday Celebration
Grand Ole Opry's Birthday Celebration is one of Nashville's Best Country Music Events and is held annually every October in Nashville Tennessee.
Grand Ole Opry's Birthday Celebration is one of Nashville's Best Country Music Events and is held annually every October in Nashville Tennessee.
Hollywood Cowboy at the Rutledge
With a sound that fits into the rock genre but is decidedly different, Hollywood Cowboy, one of Nashville's hottest rock bands, is all about emotion, song, and hard work.
With a sound that fits into the rock genre but is decidedly different, Hollywood Cowboy, one of Nashville's hottest rock bands, is all about emotion, song, and hard work.
Inaugural Speed and Sound Festival Crashed and Burned
Word on the street has it that the Inaugural Speed and Sound Festival Crashed and Burned in Nashville, leaving many Country Music and Nascar Fans literally out in the cold.
Word on the street has it that the Inaugural Speed and Sound Festival Crashed and Burned in Nashville, leaving many Country Music and Nascar Fans literally out in the cold.
Inside Preview of George Jones: 50 years of Hits
Take an inside look at the taping of the PBS special presentation of George Jones: 50 years of Hits.
Take an inside look at the taping of the PBS special presentation of George Jones: 50 years of Hits.
John Arthur Martinez Fiesta Time at the JAMily Affair
A gathering of family friends and fans at John Arthur Matinez’s Fan club Party held during the CMAfest.
A gathering of family friends and fans at John Arthur Matinez’s Fan club Party held during the CMAfest.
Ladd Smith: A Blazin Fender Telecaster-style of Music
Ladd Smith can play pretty much any style, he triumphs at doing what he does best: playing blazin', chicken pickin', Fender Telecaster-style country music.
Ladd Smith can play pretty much any style, he triumphs at doing what he does best: playing blazin', chicken pickin', Fender Telecaster-style country music.
Mike Rayburn "Live from Nashville"
Mike Rayburn is considered 'The World's Funniest Guitar Virtuoso' because of his pop-alternative singer/songwriter style and comedic wit. He mimics the likes of Britney Spears, Jimi Hendrix, Garth Brooks, and Michael Jackson and can imitate musical styles such as folk, jazz, rhythm & blues, and classical, in any combination.
Mike Rayburn is considered 'The World's Funniest Guitar Virtuoso' because of his pop-alternative singer/songwriter style and comedic wit. He mimics the likes of Britney Spears, Jimi Hendrix, Garth Brooks, and Michael Jackson and can imitate musical styles such as folk, jazz, rhythm & blues, and classical, in any combination.
Nashville About.com review of "I Walk the Line"
Nashville About.com review of "I Walk the Line" graciously provided by staff writer Michelle Durham. Take a look at the indepth and insightfull review of the movie based on the courtship of Johnny and June Carter Cash.
Nashville About.com review of "I Walk the Line" graciously provided by staff writer Michelle Durham. Take a look at the indepth and insightfull review of the movie based on the courtship of Johnny and June Carter Cash.
On the Red Carpet at Cracker Barrel Songs of the Year Concert
The "Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Presents Songs Of The Year" concert took place at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center in Nashville to coincide with the release of its exclusive Songs Of The Year CD.
The "Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Presents Songs Of The Year" concert took place at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center in Nashville to coincide with the release of its exclusive Songs Of The Year CD.
Pickin' n Grinnin' at the Long Hollow Jamboree
The Long Hollow Jamboree only offers traditional country music with maybe just a few modern traditional tunes thrown in.
The Long Hollow Jamboree only offers traditional country music with maybe just a few modern traditional tunes thrown in.
Rockin In The New Year at the Wildhorse Saloon
New Year's Eve in Nashville offers something for everyone. Some people walk the streets of downtown bar hopping, others attended the annual Brooks n Dunn New Year's Eve show at the GEC and hundreds were at The Wildhorse Saloon, along with us, to ring in the New Year.
New Year's Eve in Nashville offers something for everyone. Some people walk the streets of downtown bar hopping, others attended the annual Brooks n Dunn New Year's Eve show at the GEC and hundreds were at The Wildhorse Saloon, along with us, to ring in the New Year.
Ryan Shupe & the Rubberband
Ryan and the Rubberband is different than your normal everyday country music band, their more like the Foggy Mountain Boys after a collision with R.E.M.
Ryan and the Rubberband is different than your normal everyday country music band, their more like the Foggy Mountain Boys after a collision with R.E.M.
Shelly Rann Showcase at the Tin Roof
A review of Shelly Rann's Showcase held at the Tin Roof in Nashville, Tennessee
A review of Shelly Rann's Showcase held at the Tin Roof in Nashville, Tennessee
Sound and Speed Rally's Back in Music City
For Country music and NASCAR fans it was that time again when some of your favorite NASCAR drivers teamed up some of your favorite Country singers for a day filled with autographs, photos, interviews and a concert at the Annual Sound and Speed.
For Country music and NASCAR fans it was that time again when some of your favorite NASCAR drivers teamed up some of your favorite Country singers for a day filled with autographs, photos, interviews and a concert at the Annual Sound and Speed.
The Grand Ole Opry Plaza Party in Full Swing for the Summer
A visit and review of the Grand ole Opry Plaza Party with guests performers John Arthur Martinez and Matt Lindahl along with the Purity Milk Jug Band.
A visit and review of the Grand ole Opry Plaza Party with guests performers John Arthur Martinez and Matt Lindahl along with the Purity Milk Jug Band.
TPAC offers Nashvillians some Hot Apple Pie
Hot Apple Pie has been burning up the airwaves, but very rarely do performers such as these perform at a venue like the Tennessee Performing Arts Center.
Hot Apple Pie has been burning up the airwaves, but very rarely do performers such as these perform at a venue like the Tennessee Performing Arts Center.
Tresa Jordan on the Right Track
Upon first meeting Tresa Jordan, we began talking as if we already knew each other. She has yet to reach national attention but with appearances at the CMA Festival, she is definitely on the right path.
Upon first meeting Tresa Jordan, we began talking as if we already knew each other. She has yet to reach national attention but with appearances at the CMA Festival, she is definitely on the right path.
Van Preston : Making International Fame
Unsigned and unrepresented, Nashville singer/songwriter Van Preston has used hard work and is proving that she does indeed have the right stuff and is making an international name for herself without the benefit of a record deal of any kind.
Unsigned and unrepresented, Nashville singer/songwriter Van Preston has used hard work and is proving that she does indeed have the right stuff and is making an international name for herself without the benefit of a record deal of any kind.