Nashville Music Scene w/ Jerry Holthouse

On a picture-perfect evening last Sunday (8/18) at one of Tennessee’s most unique music venues, the FirstBank Amphitheater, I found myself in awe of what I like to call the “Red Rocks of the South.” With its beautifully lit rock backdrop and an atmosphere that makes every performance feel intimate, …

What started as a 10-foot by 10-foot tent in 2015 to celebrate Americana’s musical roots in the triangle between Nashville, Memphis and New Orleans, has grown into a cornerstone of the Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival. Set for September 28-29, this year marks the tenth anniversary of the festival. The …

Frank Ray just released the official music video for his latest single “Uh-huh (Ajá).” (watch above) Directed by Mason Dixon, the video is a dose of sizzling Latin heat that gives fans access to an intimate party with Ray. The overall visual style of the video exudes a sultry and …

The duo The Young Fables have signed a new publishing deal with BMG. Laurel Wright and Wes Lunsford’s vulnerable approach to musical storytelling coupled with their whimsicalblend of Country with Folk/Pop has helped them break out in the music scene. “Authenticity and emotion can be hard to find. Laurel and …

Diamond-certified songwriter Chase Rice unveils his latest song via today’s release of “Haw River,” offering fans a further glimpse into his independent album, Go Down Singin’, arriving Sept. 20. Listen to “Haw River” above. Inspired by a chance encounter during a writing retreat in Wilmington, N.C. with Blake Pendergrass – …

Maddie & Tae continue their headlining Here’s To Friends Tour through fall, and are already gearing up for their headline debut at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium on May 1. GET TICKETS HERE! “We have countless memories of watching magical shows sitting in the pews at the Ryman,” said Maddie & Tae. …

Post Malone has officially made his mark on country music with the release of his debut album, F-1 Trillion, now available via Mercury Records/REPUBLIC in collaboration with Big Loud. The album’s release comes hot on the heels of his debut performance at the Grand Ole Opry. F-1 Trillion is a …

Get ready for The Jukebox Jam — a throwback community event that will transport you straight to a 1950s prom or a classic Sadie Hawkins dance. With vintage-inspired décor and a setlist packed with timeless hits from the 1950s and 1960s, Jonathan Plevyak and his band will have you dancing …

Last night 9x Diamond-certified GRAMMY Award-nominated global superstar Post Malone made his Grand Ole Opry debut in front of a sold-out exuberant crowd. Malone performed with many of his new friends in country music including Vince Gill, John Michael Montgomery, Brad Paisley, Lainey Wilson and The War And Treaty. Post …

BMI brought a packed house to Monday Night Brewing Preservation Co. on Wednesday (8/14) to celebrate Big Loud Records/Back Block Music artist Ashley Cooke’s first-ever No. One hit “your place” from her debut album, shot in the dark. The single, which won Breakthrough Female Video of the Year at the …