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Nashville’s Julian Dente, who makes music under the moniker YØUTH, seriously grabbed our attention last year with the release of his debut single, “Breathing Easy.” It’s no secret that we harbor an immense nostalgia (and contemporary love) for the emo and pop punk scene, and, while not exactly plugged into that genre, but certainly shaped and informed by…
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Local bluesy, rock ’n’ roll singer songwriter Jessie Baylin is back with a new album, after having her first child with husband and fellow Music City rocker Nathan Followill (Kings of Leon). Her fourth full-length, Dark Place is scheduled for release April 7, and it’s the latest collaboration between Baylin and big name producer Richard Swift– who’s…
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If you’re a regular reader here at No Country, you’ve probably seen us raving about Kim Logan for quite some time now. The soulful singer-songwriter made a name for herself around town after the release of her debut self-titled album and is currently gearing up for her next release. To tide us over until that day…
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We’ve been long time fans of Anna Haas, since we first laid ears on her dramatic art pop debut, Crazy Is, back in 2012. That’s why we had her join us for our Two Year Anniversary Party, and booked her for a spot at our Acme showcase. So, of course, we jumped at the…
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Can you believe there was snow on the ground just two weeks ago? As we embrace the long overdue summer-like weather, we can’t help but get excited for the multitude of tours and festivals coming this spring and summer. Last week brought a taste, with a ton of great performances around town, and the…
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There’s no way around it: Nashville pop is poppin’ off. The latest example comes with the debut single from Nashville-based Young Brother. “Kamikaze” is a hook-filled track meant for running playlists and Friday-night hype rotations. The radio-ready track features funky synths, gnarly guitars, and Young Brother’s alternating smooth and yelpy falsetto. Formed only last…
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As we previously announced, local all-star musical collective Ten out of Tenn are hosting a 10-year anniversary concert at The Ryman on April 24 (tickets here), and, on March 17, they’ll drop a compilation album, Ten Out of Tenn: 10 Years, showcasing 20 tracks from its associated, individual acts. While the entire tracklisting is star-studded, one song in particular caught our…
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As is the case for many a talented, local group or artist these days, it was Belmont University that first pulled Nodaway frontman Christopher Jobe from his native Ohio to Nashville. Quickly assimilating into our rich scene, Jobe assembled a talented band to further flesh out the smart, synthy, indie rock he’d been cultivating for several years,…
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As of writing, there are only FIVE single seats left for Death Cab For Cutie‘s April 29 show at The Ryman with The Antlers, so, before you read any further, head here NOW to grab one if you still need a spot. As we already explained, the group, rebounding from the recent departure of guitarist, producer, and founding member Chris Walla,…
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Lord Huron swiftly followed up last week’s premiere of track “Hurricane (Johnnie’s Theme)” with another lively single off upcoming album Strange Trails. “The World Ender” retains the western theme with a chugging drumbeat, hazy guitars, and gnarly ghost-cowboy art. Picture a hellbound train chugging through the Wild West, and you’re mostly there. Grab your tickets for their…