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Out in support of their great new album and first in six years, Solid States, Washington-bred power pop and alt rock pioneers The Posies are set to return to Nashville next week, Sept. 26 for the first time in years to perform at The Basement with locals Benjamin A. Harper and Montessori Dads. 30 years into their career, the beloved duo feel as fresh and…
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Bluesy psych-rock outfit Chris Robinson Band has earned praise from heavyweights like former Grateful Dead members Phil Lesh and Bob Weir. Robinson, best known for his role as vocalist for the Black Crowes, brings listeners through a stream of reflective and rhythm jams that truly stand on their own. The band just dropped a brand new album, Any Way You Love,…
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Kicking off a tour in support of her highly-anticipated upcoming LP, and first in five years, Tightrope Walker, with a Sept. 19 performance at Nashville’s own Mercy Lounge and backed by a brand new band of players, acclaimed singer-songwriter Rachael Yamagata returns to town next week with Pressing Strings for what will surely be one of the fall’s best shows! A phenomenal live player…
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Fans of Southern fried blues rock ’n’ roll have something to look forward to next weekend, because Music City will be welcoming The Rich Robinson Band to town to play an intimate show at the friendly confines of City Winery. Tickets to the Sept. 16, all ages show are currently available for $22-$30, but…
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Talented multi-genre quartet Lake Street Dive made waves with their groovy new record, Side Pony, earlier this year. The 1960s inspired record was recorded here in Nashville and produced by Dave Cobb, so it’s only fitting that they head back to its birthplace for an epic headlining show. The band will play The Ryman Auditorium on Sept. 15, along with Brooklyn alt-pop…
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Returning to town just months after selling out Exit/In, for their first Music City show since the summer release of their fantastic fifth album Ash & Ice, The Kills, who at least partially claim Nashville as their home these days, will be back in town next month, Sept. 14 for a performance at Marathon Music Works with Kim and the Created. One of…
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Though Nashville may not always be the first market you think of when looking for metal, Music City has, in recent years, become a real magnet for some of the best heavy bands around, catering especially to fans of more experimental and progressive stylings. Marathon Music Works has, in particular, been a great host to some…
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One of the standout performers at last month’s Forecastle Fest in Louisville, indie pop duo Sylvan Esso have been a favorite of ours since they first erupted onto the scene a few short years ago. It was only last year that the band made their Nashville debut at Cannery Ballroom, but the group are already set…
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A longtime favorite of ours, Americana/alt-country/punk-tinged singer-songwriter William Elliott Whitmore made a name for himself taking the more punk, DIY route of playing dives and clubs across the country over the years, organically building a following for his powerful, heartfelt tunes. While we’d jump at any chance to see him live, Whitmore’s upcoming show at City Winery,…
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Back in July, indie synth-pop group Vinyl Thief dropped their strongest release to date. Their new EP, Touch, is filled with hooky choruses and infectious rhythms that are made for the dance floor. The local favorites are headed to Mercy Lounge on Aug. 26 for a night of incredible music that you won’t want…