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Hailing from Philadelphia and formed at the turn of the millennium, art-rock/post-hardcore outfit mewithoutYou return to Nashville tonight, Nov. 10 for the seventh time in three years; something that would normally seem excessive, but for a band this good, we’d devour their every show. Juxtaposing smart, philosophical and high-concept themes with musical elements of indie rock, alternative, post-hardcore, and…
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From humble beginnings, forging friendships in East Nashville living room jam sessions then soon earning top billing at local clubs, Humming House have been on their grind for a while now. In 2012, they released their self-titled debut, showcasing a hearty, acoustic, progressive folk vibe, akin to The Avett Brothers or The Head and The…
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Two years ago, retro-inspired rock and roller JD McPherson took the stage at Nashville’s own Mercy Lounge for a night to remember. Now, he’s returning to the Music City in support of his latest LP, Undivided Heart & Soul. On Nov. 18, McPherson’s bringing along entrancing singer-songwriter Dylan Pratt, who also acted as support on his 2015 date, to…
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Our long-running showcase series at Acme Feed & Seed is still going strong into the fall, and the next show will be held back in the familiar confines of the Acme’s first floor, after a few very special rooftop outings. We’re bringing you our three band format once again, so get ready to be wowed by…
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A Canadian singer-songwriter with a penchant for folk, who performs live under an assumed moniker, Bahamas was born Afie Jurvanen. The Juno nominated artist and former Feist collaborator has, in recent years, become a frequent performer in Music City as well as a festival favorite, and his third and best LP to date, Bahamas Is Afie, was easily…
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We’ve been obsessing over local duo Sad Baxter for years now, who, with their grungy riffs, pop accessibility, and personal and melancholy themes craft typically sad, sarcastic songs which are delightfully juxtaposed with singalong worthy hooks, making them an essential rising act in Nashville’s flourishing underground rock scene. Their debut LP, Weirdly, arrived last year, and since then the group have only…
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Despite regional festival outings, it’s been more than three years since Philadelphia indie darlings The War On Drugs last played Nashville, then celebrating their phenomenal, breakout third album Lost in the Dream. Earlier this year, the band finally released a followup, A Deeper Understanding, which, awash with heartland rock, synth, and retro influences, marks the group’s most expansive, ambitious, and strongest record…
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Riding high on the success of their highly acclaimed sophomore record, Charleston, SC based roots rockers SUSTO are set to return to Nashville to headline The Basement East on Nov. 16. They’ll be paired up with fast rising local rockers Liz Cooper & The Stampede and eclectic folk duo Dawg Yawp. Tickets to their upcoming performance are still…
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Bondurant, James Hatem, Katie Hargrove Acme Feed & Seed; Nashville, TN October 10, 2017 Review by Jacob Ryan (@GonzoWithGusto). Photos by Preston Evans. We rolled into the busy month of October with our Acme Feed & Seed showcase running ahead full steam. At our last installment, we welcomed an all-local bill, topped by spectacular alt indie rockers Bondurant, jam flavored performer James Hatem,…
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This month, Communion’s showcase series is taking a break from their artist-curated lineups to bring you a mix of local and national talents. On Nov. 16, buzzy local rockers Ornament, garage punk greats Faux Ferocious, Colorado’s singer-songwriter Blake Brown & the American Dust Choir, and retro honky tonk hero Emily Nenni are set to bring an eclectic mix of music to…