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Moody Joody brought shimmer-pop and a restless energy to The Basement East during a TONS showcase, opening with the anthemic “Talk Me Down” and closing with a preview of unreleased material from their upcoming album.
Ashe headlined the annual Girls Write Nashville benefit concert at 3rd & Lindsley, following a writers round featuring program participants and highlighting the nonprofit’s songwriting mentorship and creative community.
Edgehill lean into a more immediate indie-rock groove on “Love To Go,” an early fan favorite tied to their debut album Ode To The Greyhouse.
Nashville’s The Voice contestants gathered for a special showcase blending writers’ rounds and full-band sets. Sharing originals and the songs that first introduced them on national TV, they proved that Music City remains the home of extraordinary voices.
At their Basement East hometown show, Nashville’s mercury scaled back their trademark full-band energy for a minimalist set that revealed the full strength of Maddie Kerr’s voice and the nuance in her songwriting.
Goon brought their Dream 3 Tour to Nashville for their first headlining show in the city. The set mirrored the shape of their latest album, building patiently from restrained beginnings into louder moments of release. Read our full review of the performance.
My Chemical Romance will bring The Black Parade 2026 to Nissan Stadium on August 13. Following a sold-out global run, the band celebrates the 20th anniversary of their landmark album with a full stadium production. Tickets for all dates, including the Nashville stop, go on sale tomorrow at 12 p.m. local time.
Nashville DJ and producer MOLLYWATER is on the rise, with Beatport-charting singles, dynamic live sets, and upcoming performances including direct support for SIPPY at The Office in Nashville and a festival slot at Breakaway Alabama. Discover why she’s one of the city’s must-know DJs.
We don’t usually go in for bold declarations—but something about Girl Tones' set at Brooklyn Bowl demanded it. Read our full review and check out photos from their Nashville homecoming!
Y’all already know which Broadway honky tonk we trust. Robert’s Fan Fair is back August 4 with free music all day from Marcus King, Elizabeth Cook, Brazilbilly & more—plus two-stepping, tattoos, and $6 Recession Specials (bologna, chips & a PBR).
