Nashville Music Scene w/ Jerry Holthouse

Bluegrass powerhouse Billy Strings is keeping his red-hot momentum rolling into 2026, announcing an extended fall leg of his headline tour with a slate of major arena dates across the country.  Ahead of the fall run, Strings continues a packed spring schedule, with multiple-night stands already set for venues including …

Seven songwriters earned a career-changing opportunity, to share three of their original songs on the legendary stage at The Bluebird Cafe last night, the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development announced today. Family, friends and members of the music industry, including music industry executive Scott Borchetta, Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI), …

Concord Music Publishing has added another rising talent to its Nashville roster, announcing the signing of multi-faceted artist, songwriter, composer and producer Austin Bianco to a worldwide co-publishing deal, effective immediately. Now based in Nashville, Bianco’s musical journey began early in his hometown of Cleveland, where he first studied piano …

Holiday magic is headed back to Music City as Amy Grant and Vince Gill announce the return of their beloved “Christmas at the Ryman” residency for 2026. Set once again at the iconic Ryman Auditorium, the 16th annual run will feature 12 shows taking place December 14–17, 19–20 and 22–23, …

Ashley Cooke is kicking off a bold new chapter with the release of her latest single, “xs”—a sharp, emotionally grounded breakup anthem that leans into her signature mix of honesty and vulnerability. First introduced to fans during a standout performance at London’s C2C: Country to Country festival at The O2, …

ERNEST is diving into a new creative chapter, announcing his third full-length studio album Deep Blue, set for release May 1 via Big Loud Records. A natural evolution from his early Locals Only days, Deep Blue finds ERNEST leaning into both personal growth and sonic exploration, channeling the laid-back, sun-soaked …

There are only 76 days left until Bonnaroo returns to Manchester, Tennessee—and with the countdown officially on, Nashville.com is kicking off our “Featured Bonnaroo Artist” series, spotlighting some of the must-see acts set to take the stage this year. First up: the ever-rising indie favorites Mt. Joy, who are set …

Nashville blues fans are in for a high-voltage night when Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials roll into City Winery Nashville on Thursday, April 9. The Blues Hall of Famers bring their signature, no-holds-barred Chicago sound to The Lounge for a 7 p.m. show celebrating the release of their long-awaited …

Shakey Graves is back with new music, releasing his latest single “I Once Was an Ocean,” a haunting and atmospheric preview of his upcoming album Fondness, Etc., due May 15 via Dualtone Records. The new track leans into a hypnotic, genre-blurring sound, mixing elements of avant-garde folk and restrained indie …

The Tennessee Alliance for Kids is marking a major milestone this spring, celebrating 10 years of impact with its signature fundraising event, Taste of Tennessee, set for Friday, May 1, 2026, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at The Barn at Sycamore Farms. Bringing together the best of Tennessee’s culinary and …