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REVIEW: Ethel Cain | 5.1.26 @ FirstBank Amphitheater
Ethel Cainw/ 9MillionFirstBank Amphitheater; Franklin, TNMay 1, 2026 Review by Philip Obenschain One of the most unique, conceptual, and fiercely beloved artists making music today, Ethel Cain (the musical alter ego and thematic invention of artist Hayden Anhedönia) broke out to widespread acclaim with 2022 debut LP Preacher’s Daughter, and has become of the…
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Celebration, Vulnerability, and Truth to Power – Hayley Williams Makes Profound, Guest-Filled Solo Hometown Debut at Ryman Auditorium Residency
Hayley Williamsw/ Water from Your EyesThe Ryman Auditorium; Nashville, TNApril 25, 27, & 28 Review by Philip Obenschain. Photos by Zachary Gray, courtesy of the artist. It’s been nearly six years since Hayley Williams would’ve played Nashville’s Brooklyn Bowl- then a brand new venue- on what was supposed to be her first-ever solo tour,…
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Bonnaroo 2026 Artist Spotlight: Hot Mulligan
Bonnaroo Artist | Hot MulliganBonnaroo History | NewbieStage & Time | Friday | This Tent | 9:30-10:30pm Like we’ve been doing for many years now, we’re making it our mission to help you get acquainted with many of our favorite acts from Bonnaroo‘s 2026 lineup. A pivotal year for the fest, this summer’s ‘Roo will see some significant changes…
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[TICKET GIVEAWAY] Nettspend | May 2 @ Cannery Hall’s Mainstage
Born Gunner Shepardson in Richmond, Virginia, and just 19-years-old as of last month, breakout rapper Nettspend got an impressively young start, raised in a musical household on a diverse range of influences, and drawn to making his own internet and skateboard culture-inspired rap while still in elementary school. After dropping out of high school…
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REVIEW: Baby Keem | 4.18.26 @ Marathon Music Works
Baby KeemMarathon Music Works; Nashville, TNApril 18, 2026 Review by Philip Obenschain One of the most celebrated and creative hip hop fixtures of the decade, and an artist whose trajectory very much seems to be following in the footsteps of his legendary older cousin Kendrick, west coast rapper Baby Keem recently made a triumphant…
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No Country’s Guide to Record Store Day 2026: Where to Go, What to Buy, Who to See
What started in 2008 as an annual celebration of all things vinyl, marked largely by niche indie releases and celebrating independent stores, Record Store Day has ballooned over the years to become a cultural phenomenon, now bringing a massive number of new, collectible, and limited-edition releases and reissues from artists small and large, and…
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![[TICKET GIVEAWAY] LANY w/ Aidan Bissett & RIAH | April 18 @ The Pinnacle](https://nocountryfornewnashville.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/LANY-2025-1200.jpg)
[TICKET GIVEAWAY] LANY w/ Aidan Bissett & RIAH | April 18 @ The Pinnacle
It’s sometimes forgotten in their history, as they were Los Angeles based by the time their career really took off, but eclectic alt rock and indie pop outfit LANY actually first came together right here in Nashville, where founding members Jake Goss and Les Priest were based with their prior group WRLDS (frontman Paul Jason Klein…
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REVIEW: The Format | 4.3.26 @ The Ryman Auditorium [PHOTOS]
The Formatw/ Ben Kweller, Adult MomThe Ryman Auditorium; Nashville, TNApril 3, 2026 Review by Philip Obenschain. Photos by Mary-Beth Blankenship. Originally active from 2002 through 2008, Arizona indie duo The Format were, perhaps, one of the most under-appreciated bands of their era, responsible for two initial albums which have now become classics, and have…
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![[TICKET GIVEAWAY] The Avett Brothers & Mike Patton Present: AVTT/PTTN | April 11 @ The Pinnacle](https://nocountryfornewnashville.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/AVTTPTTN-2025-1200.jpg)
[TICKET GIVEAWAY] The Avett Brothers & Mike Patton Present: AVTT/PTTN | April 11 @ The Pinnacle
Formed more than 25 years ago in Concord, North Carolina, and helmed by brothers Scott and Seth Avett, The Avett Brothers found a passionate early following throughout the ’00s, before shooting to mainstream attention by the end of the decade, becoming certifiable stars, festival headliners, and one of the preeminent fixtures in modern folk…
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Reunited Indie Duo The Format Play First Nashville Show in 20 Years Tonight, April 3 at The Ryman
Formed in 2002 in the suburbs of Phoenix, Arizona, indie pop and rock duo The Format, made up of vocalist Nate Ruess and multi-instrumentalist Sam Means, are one of those rare bands who became significantly more popular after disbanding than they ever really were back in their initial, short-lived but extremely fruitful six year…