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The Nashville Music Scene

Archive for July 2007

July 31st, 2007

Is anyone besides me mourning Starwood’s passing?

Summer just somehow doesn’t seem the same here in Nashvegas without shows at Starwood. I was in high school when Starwood was built, and have seen many, many shows there–some of which I remember quite fondly, some I barely remember through the haze of many beverages, but in spite of the overpriced beer, it […]

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July 29th, 2007

The Wrecker splitting up for solo projects

Say it ain’t so!! The Wreckers (Michelle Branch and Jessica Harp) are splitting up. Their reps attribute the split to creative differences, saying the two wanted to try new things individually. The break may or may not be temporary, the duo is currently out on the road with Keith Urban, and also doing some solo […]

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July 27th, 2007

Mindy McCready back in Williamson County jail…

Well, the word is that Mindy McCready was arrested yesterday at Nashville International Airport, accused of probation violation. This all stems from last week’s arrest in her hometown of Ft. Myers, Florida. Allegedly, McCready got into a scuffle with her mom–which resulted in misdemeanor charges, as she allegedly scratched her mother’s face (notice […]

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July 26th, 2007

Willie Nelson to be honored as a BMI Icon

The great Willie Nelson will be honored by BMI on November 6th at their 2007 Country Awards dinner. Willie will be joining some pretty good company, as some the past honorees include Dolly Parton, Merle Haggard, Loretta Lynn, Charlie Daniels, Bill Anderson, Paul Simon, Carlos Santana, Brian Wilson, the Bee Gees, and Crosby, Stills, […]

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July 25th, 2007

Drive By Truckers headline gig in Chattanooga this Saturday!

The Drive By Truckers are headlining a show this Saturday in Chattanooga that will also feautre The Whigs and Dishwater Blonde. This is a benefit show for the Kidney Foundation, and you can’t beat Karma points plus a great show! The show is at Ross’s Landing, and gates open at 11:00, with music […]

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July 25th, 2007

Cosmic America opening for Futureman

I heard through the bandvine that Cosmic America has been asked to open for Futureman (Roy Wooten) on his upcoming tour. You should know Futureman from Bela Fleck and the Flecktones. I’m confirming this info, and working on a post for tomorrow about Futureman Presents the Black Mozart–I was lucky enough to catch […]

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July 22nd, 2007

Police Blotter–Mark Collie and Mindy McCready

Boy, it’s been a rough few days for a couple of country singers–Mark Collie was arrested and charged with DUI here in Nashville on Thursday night (7/19), and Mindy McCready, who has been in enough trouble over the past few years to last three lifetimes, was arrested in Ft. Myers, Florida yesterday and charged with […]

By Suzzann -- 2 comments

July 20th, 2007

My 10 favorite venues in Nashville

This is a list, in no particular order, of my 10 favorite venues in Nashville.
1. The Ryman
2. The Bluebird
3. Exit/In
4. Mercy Lounge/Cannery Ballroom
5. The Rutledge
6. Station Inn
7. 3rd & Lindsley
8. The Basement
9. City Hall
10. Springwater
What about you?! […]

By Suzzann -- 5 comments

July 20th, 2007

November playing in NYC again!!

 
Nashville’s own November is playing NYC again in August (August 8th at The Annex), and their song “Mercy Girl” has been added to rotation on WLIR radio in Long Island/NY area (107.1 FM in NYC). Fronted by Hunter Briley’s powerful vocals, the band features Michael Dale on drums, Albert Zampino and Erik Lundquist on […]

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July 18th, 2007

ROBIN THICKE and Beyonce tonight at the Sommet

I know Beyonce–her Bootyliciousness–is the headliner, and I do dig her danceable pop perfection, and I know her stage show will be spectacular and rival Vegas for its glitz and glamour, but the real draw for me here is Robin Thicke.  I was a late comer to his soulful, funky stylings  (had been listening to […]

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