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Television to Play Marathon Music Works March 31
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The immense impact New York’s Television had on post-punk, new wave, and indie rock is immeasurable, and with only two albums (a third came later, after a break and subsequent reunion) under their belt, their legacy is all the more impressive, and one very few peers can claim. Though their current incarnation is short original guitarist…
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Conor Oberst to Play The Ryman June 6, Backed by Dawes
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Former brains behind Bright Eyes, occasional Desaparecido, and sometimes Monster of Folk Conor Oberst has announced a new album, Upside Down Mountain, as well as U.S. tour with Dawes, which stops at our very own Ryman Auditorium on June 6. Not only will Dawes open for Oberst on this outing, but they will also act as his backing band- much like…
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[UPDATE] Chancellor Warhol and Benton-C Bainbridge to “Illuminate Paris” | Feb. 21 at Oz
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“Thursday Night Things,” a new “curated series of unexpected collaborations by Nashville based artists,” which has been confusingly abbreviated “TNT,” will kick off Feb. 20 [UPDATE: moved to Friday, Feb. 21 due to inclement weather, all other details remain the same]at impressive new special arts and events center, Oz, and will feature local rapper Chancellor Warhol and visual performance artist Benton-C Bainbridge. The…
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Wild Cub Announce Shows with Vampire Weekend
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Continuing their apparent musical takeover, which, lately, has included a network television debut, nods from Alt Nation, an expanded re-release of their debut album, high profile collaborations, love from MTV, national tour dates, and more, Nashville’s Wild Cub have been added to a trio of performances with indie rockers Vampire Weekend. The first two are back to…
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[UPDATE] Weezer Announce ‘Blue,’ ‘Pinkerton’ Shows | April 5 & 6 at The Ryman
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Hey Weezer fans, you’re in luck: the indie/alt rock/emo turned power pop pioneers have announced not one, but TWO performances in Nashville this spring, April 5 and 6 at The Ryman Auditorium. Best we can tell, the group’s last Music City visit was way back in ’05, so this special two-night engagement is more than appreciated. [Update: The Ryman has clarified just…
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Road to Bonnaroo Announces Round Two | March 3, 2014 | Mercy Lounge & High Watt
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It’s that time of year again. The time when bands lobby, beg, and plead for your vote to send them to Bonnaroo. The wildly successful (and fun) 8 off 8th variation of Battle of the Bands, Road to Bonnaroo, has taken on a bit of a new look this year, with ten (instead of…
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Aziz Ansari to Return to Nashville | May 15 @ TPAC
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Quietly announced earlier this week, comedian Aziz Ansari will return to Nashville this spring for a performance at TPAC‘s Andrew Jackson Hall on May 15 as part of his new “Modern Romance” tour. The show will take place almost exactly one year after Ansari’s surprise midnight set at Third Man Records’ Blue Room, during which the Parks & Recreation star workshopped material…
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Bonnaroo’s Roo Clues ’14: Number 9 & 10
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We let our Roo Clue solvin’ slip a little once again this week, so we’re back today with a double helping. Can you believe we’re almost there? In less than two weeks, Bonnaroo will reveal their full 2014 lineup! This year’s Roo Clues, which are all Instagram-based, have been getting slightly harder each week, and the latest, #9 and #10,…
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Bonnaroo’s Roo Clues ’14: Number 7 & 8
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We let our Roo Clue solvin’ slip a little once again this week, so we’re back today with a double helping. Can you believe we’re almost there? In just a few short weeks, Bonnaroo will reveal their full 2014 lineup! This year’s Roo Clues, which are all Instagram-based, have been getting slightly harder each week, and…
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[REVIEW] Pixies w/ Cults | 2.2.14 @ The Ryman Auditorium
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Pixies w/ Cults The Ryman Auditorium; Nashville, TN February 2, 2014 Review by Philip Obenschain (@pobenschain). Photos by Mary-Beth Blankenship. Though their pivotal role in influencing an entire shift in musical paradigm is undeniable, Boston’s the Pixies have, over the years, developed something of a frustrating reputation for being an inconsistent live act. As someone who has…