09.21.2023

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🎵 Do you remember?

Do you remember the 21st night of September in Nashville?

A black and white aerial photo of a downtown area with high rises and a river

Downtown Nashville from 3,000 ft above on Sept. 21, 1940. | Photo via Tennessee State Library and Archives

Earth, Wind & Fire once asked: “Do you remember the 21st night of September?” and it’s been stuck in our heads ever since.

Today, we dug through the archives to find some Nashville moments in time from some 21st nights (and days) of September.

1920: Tennessee State Fair | Local merchants were encouraged to close for “Nashville Day” at the Tennessee State Fair. In fact, it was requested that Gov. Roberts and Mayor Gupton declare “Nashville Day” a legal holiday “in order to allow all employees and interested persons everywhere to attend.”

1922: Old Fiddlers’ Contest | Fiddle players from across the state arrived in Music City for the Old Fiddlers’ Contest. The gathering at Ryman Auditorium was expected to be the “largest number of bow artists that ever assembled under one roof.”

1925: Tennessee War Memorial Building | The Tennessee War Memorial Building was dedicated and opened to the public. Since then, the building has hosted inaugurations, the Grand Ole Opry (1939-1943), the Nashville Symphony (1946-1980), and other events.

Black and white photo of city building with columns — The War Memorial Building, known today as War Memorial Auditorium, in 1955. | Photo via Tennessee State Library and Archives

1960: John F. Kennedy | Less than two months before being elected president, then-US Senator John F. Kennedy visited Nashville and the Tennessee State Fair on Farmers Day. Read his speech in full.

1978: Nashville Symphony | The Nashville Symphony’s 1978-1979 season opened on this day with then-Music Director Michael Charry conducting in Mozart’s “Sinfonia Concertante for Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, and Horn.”

1992: Ozzy Osbourne | Allll aboard to the now-defunct Starwood Amphitheatre, where the English rocker was joined by Alice in Chains. It appears there’s footage of him performing “Crazy Train.” (Psst, scroll to the end of the newsletter to help us solve a mystery.)

2012: Kings of Leon | Kings of Leon formed in Nashville in 1999 and released their debut album, “Youth & Young Manhood,” in 2003. However, it was on this day in 2012 that the band of brothers (and cousin) received a star on the Music City Walk of Fame.

2013: Taylor Swift | A decade before Swift’s record-breaking three-night run at Nissan Stadium, she took the stage at Bridgestone Arena for “The Red” tour with surprise performances by Ed Sheeran and Hunter Hayes.

Events

Thursday, Sept. 21

Nashville Veterans Job Fair | Thursday, Sept. 21 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Nissan Stadium, 1 Titans Way | Free | There are 51 exhibitors featured at this job fair for veterans — complimentary parking is located in Lot C and the job fair will take place in the East Club.
Ashley Kimbrough | Thursday, Sept. 21 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Nashville Jazz Workshop, 1012 Buchanan St. | $20+ | Enjoy an evening of live music in the Jazz Cave — plus, there’s an option to add on a charcuterie box.

Friday, Sept. 22

The Round Up | Friday, Sept. 22 | 4-9 p.m. | imogene + willie, 2601 12th Ave. S. | Free+ | Featuring live performances by John Paul White, The Lone Bellow, The Wild Feathers, and more + Tokyo-style pizza from chef Sean Brock.

Saturday, Sept. 23

“Life in Bloom” Event with J Schwanke | Saturday, Sept. 23 | 11 a.m. | Nashville Public Television, 161 Rains Ave. | $80+ | Join flower expert J Schwanke, host of public television’s “Life in Bloom” series, for brunch and a fun flower workshop.
Glossier You Look Good Tour | Saturday, Sept. 23 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | The Gulch, 225 11th Ave. S. | Free+ | Glossier’s mobile experience is rolling into Nashville with samples, local vendors, games, merch, and more.

Sunday, Sept. 24

SZA | Sunday, Sept. 24 | 8 p.m. | Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway | $180+ | The artist brings her “S.O.S.” tour to Nashville with special guest d4vd.
Japanese Moon Viewing | Sunday, Sept. 24 | 4-10 p.m. | Cheekwood Estate & Gardens, 1200 Forrest Park Dr. | $15+ | This year’s program features dance performances, a kimono fashion show, the return of mochi pounding, tea ceremonies, storytelling, and more.

Monday, Sept. 25

Speedy Ortiz | Monday, Sept. 25 | 8-11 p.m. | Drkmttr, 1111 Dickerson Pk. | $16 | The indie rock band will be joined by special guests Foyer Red and Nicole Yun at the all-ages show.

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News Notes

Open

The New York Butcher Shoppe is expected to open today in Green Hills — 2002 Richard Jones Rd. — according to a social post. The specialty market and deli offers a variety of meats, cheeses, and prepared entrées and sides.

Edu

Metro broke ground on the new Percy Priest Elementary School this week. The school, which is expected to open by August 2025 on the existing campus, will feature a larger cafeteria and upgraded technology in classrooms. Think: flexible furniture and magnetic whiteboards. (WZTV)

Concert

Noah Kahan is bringing his “We’ll Be Here Forever” tour to Bridgestone Arena on Saturday, May 25. The singer-songwriter is using Verified Fan, which requires registration and will determine ticket access vs. waitlist via lottery. The registration deadline is Sunday, Sept. 24.

Community

Nashville Zoo is hosting Deaf Day Out at the Zoo on Sunday, Sept. 24. ASL translations of zookeeper chats and signage will be accessible via QR codes for red panda, clouded leopard + other habitats. ASL interpreters will also be at different habitats from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (WSMV)

Announced

Rosanne Cash donated career artifacts to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum — a 1979 custom guitar and three bomber-style tour jackets. The donation was announced during a conversation and performance, which will premiere in the museum’s “Live at the Hall” series.

Arts

Metro Arts is seeking an artist or artist team to design public art on the grounds of a new permanent supportive housing development at 110 Jo Johnston Ave. The deadline has been extended to Thursday, Sept. 28. Get all the details.

Theater

“Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’” is making its way to TPAC’s James K. Polk Theater next spring. The production, a sequel to the long-running “Menopause The Musical,” will take the stage Saturday, May 4-Sunday, May 5. Tickets go on sale tomorrow.

Civic

📣 Roll Call

Introducing Roll Call: NASHtoday’s Metro Council Q+A series

Metro Council is currently made up of 35 district council members and five at-large members. | Photo by NASHtoday

We’re introducing a new Q+A series featuring Nashville’s recently-elected 40-member council — but we’re not doing this alone.

Tell us which at-large and district council members, whether they’re incumbents or first-term, you’d like us to interview as part of the series: Roll Call.

In Roll Call, we’ll dive into their plans, priorities, and even their favorite local spots. Here’s where you come in: Nominate a council member (feel free to select more than one member) and share the topics or questions you’d like us to explore.

As a friendly reminder, the first Metro Council meeting of the new term is on Tuesday, Oct. 3. If you’re eager to get involved, we’ve got you covered. Brush up on everything you need to know about attending and speaking at meetings — or how to tune in from the comfort of your home.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Dylan

From the editor

If you read today’s lead story, you know there’s a mystery surrounding Ozzy Osbourne’s tour stop in Nashville on Sept. 21, 1992. In my research, I found photos of ticket stubs with two dates — Sept. 17 and Sept. 21. However, according to Osbourne’s website, he was in Allentown, PA on Sept. 17. As far as I know, he only performed one local show around this time, so was the original date pushed back to Sept. 21? If you know, share your insight — I was scratching my head all day yesterday.

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