Category Archives: Music
76. Stars for Second Harvest
Stars for Second Harvest is now in its 8th year. It’s an annual concert hosted by hit songwriter Craig Wiseman and held at the Ryman Auditorium. Wiseman and friends play acoustic to benefit the Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle … Continue reading
75. “He found everything he needed right in this town.”
“He found everything he needed right in this town.” -Barbara Orbison, accepting husband Roy Orbison’s honor at the first Music City Walk of Fame Induction Ceremony And we are so glad he did. http://www.visitmusiccity.com/walkoffame/inducteesbios.htm#orbison
74. The Highwaymen Painting at The Stage
While you’re hanging out, dancing, drinking or singing along at The Stage on Broadway in downtown Nashville, take a look at the painting hanging over the front door. The painting of The Highwaymen. It used to hang in Waylon Jennings’ … Continue reading
73. This Day in History: Carrie Underwood Wins American Idol
On this day, May 25, in 2005, Carrie Underwood won “American Idol” with a performance of Martina McBride’s “Independence Day,” becoming the first country singer to win the TV competition. In the seven years since, she’s sold more than 14 … Continue reading
72. Nashville: the new TV drama on ABC
Coming soon on ABC: “Nashville”. It’s a new show starring Connie Britton and Hayden Panettiere. One’s a country legend. One’s an upcoming crossover hit. And the plot falls into place. “She was the queen of the charts and living her … Continue reading
71. Music City Pickers
Have you seen the latest issue of MMR (Musical Merchandise Review)? Nashville’s own Music City Pickers is on the cover! They made it in the Fresh Faces: Class of 2012. Read the article here: http://www.mmrmagazine.com/5164/current-issue/fresh-faces-class-of-2012. Music City Pickers is Gabriel Hernandez … Continue reading
70. Music City Troubadours
The Music City Troubadours are an elite group of Nashville’s Super Fans. They get special deals, gifts, presales, invitations and overall – extra special treatment. All because they love Music City and have taken the time to join. Notice the … Continue reading
69. Frist Fridays
On the last Friday of each month, May-August, the Frist Center for the Visual Arts throws a party – Frist Fridays. There’s live music on the lawn out back, light snacks and drinks, and a doorway to the exhibits in … Continue reading
68. The First “In The Round”
On March 29, 1985, the first “In The Round” was held featuring Thom Schuyler, Fred Knobloch, Don Schlitz and Paul Overstreet. Fred and Don had been out drinking, came up with the idea and said, “let’s put four chairs in … Continue reading
67. The Singing Circle with Annie Sellick
Amazing jazz vocalist, Annie Sellick, is hosting The Singing Circle this Sunday, May 20 at Bongo Java After Hours Theatre. All voices are welcome. It’s a workshop of improvisational “singing games” to explore sound, scales, ear-training, creativity, range and harmony. … Continue reading
