Plus, Eric Church's residency at Chief's downtown.
 
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🎵 Hometown hits
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Nashville is for musicians, and Grimey’s listening parties are just one way of showcasing that. | Photo by Blake Guidry via Unsplash
Nashville is the type of place that people write songs about. Of course, it doesn’t hurt that lyrical greats from Paramore to Taylor Swift to Brooks & Dunn also got their start right here in the 615.

It helps to have things in one place, so we’ve got a playlist of Nashville needle drops and Music City melodies you can listen to when you’re in need of a hometown hit.

“Down on Music Row” | Dolly Parton
The queen of country music takes you on her journey of making it on Music Row with mentions of RCA and label executives Chet Atkins and Bob Ferguson.

“invisible string” | Taylor Swift
Green was the color of the grass where she used to read in Centennial Park. This love song starts with some love for Swift’s city — and if you haven’t visited her bench, here’s your sign.

“Congregation” | Foo Fighters ft. Zac Brown
Each track on the band’s album “Sonic Highways” was recorded in a different city. “Congregation” speaks to how many artists in the country scene mastered their craft in church or gospel environments. Plus, don’t miss the “bluebird in the round” shoutout.

“Nashville Cats” | The Lovin’ Spoonful
Fun fact: The single made it to No. 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and was the band’s last time reaching the American Top 10. The song pays tribute to a group of session musicians who supported artists from Bob Dylan to Elvis Presley.

“Home” | Ben Rector
Home isn’t just a place, but a feeling, summed up in this Ben Rector song. You know that last leg of a successful trip where you start to get excited to use your own shower and sleep in your own bed? That’s “Home.”

“Davidson County Blues” | DeFord Bailey
This instrumental comes from Tennessee-native and “Harmonica Wizard” DeFord Bailey, who was the first musician to hold a major recording session in Nashville in 1928.

“Nashville Without You” | Tim McGraw
Lastly, “Nashville wouldn’t be Nashville without you.” We love this NASHtoday community we’ve built, and we’re happy you’re here.
 
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Events
 
Wednesday, March 13
  • Design Your Own Ramen | Wednesday, March 13 | 7 p.m. | Grinder’s Switch Winery, 1310 Clinton St. | $55 | This all-levels class focuses on the use of ingredients like chicken, crisp bok choy, and green onions.
  • Jenny Lewis | Wednesday, March 13 | 7:30 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium, 116 Rep. John Lewis Way N. | $46+ | The artist’s “Joy’all Ball” tour comes to a close right here in Music City.
Thursday, March 14
  • Pi(e) Day | Thursday, March 14 | 2-8 p.m. | The Black Abbey Brewing Company, 2952 Sidco Dr. | Cost of purchase | The brewery is partnering with Dozen Bakery to offer a beer and pie pairing.
  • Girls on the Rise | Thursday, March 14 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | City Winery, 609 Lafayette St. | $25+ | Female singer-songwriters will be performing in writer rounds, and a silent auction will raise funds for the Girls on the Run of Middle Tennessee Scholarship Fund.
Friday, March 15
  • St. Patrick’s Day Cocktail Class | Friday, March 15 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Nelson’s Green Brier Distiller, 1414 Clinton St. | $75 | Guests will sample two of the distillery’s exclusive spirits and craft a cocktail with each one, including a fan favorite — the Brier-ish Coffee.
Saturday, March 16
  • Dirt on Composting | Saturday, March 16 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Nashville Public Library’s Inglewood Branch, 4312 Gallatin Pk. | Free | In this workshop, you’ll learn about what compost is, why composting is good for the environment and your garden, and how to start composting at home.
  • Encanto in Concert | Saturday, March 16-Sunday, March 17 | Times vary | Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Pl. | $61+ | The Nashville Symphony will play live to the Disney animated film.
Sunday, March 17
  • “Barbie” | Sunday, March 17 | 6:30-9 p.m. | W Nashville, 300 12th Ave. S. | Free | Join the hotel on the Spanish Steps for a month of outdoor movie viewings featuring iconic films directed by women.
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Win weekend passes to Bear Shadow music festival in Highlands, NC
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A sister festival to the Highlands Food & Wine, Bear Shadow brings celebrated artists to The Highlands Plateau, NC for a weekend of music, mountains, and revelry each spring. | Photos provided by Bear Shadow
Enter to win two GA Weekend Passes to Bear Shadow — the music festival nestled at 4,118 ft in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina’s Highlands-Cashiers Plateau — May 11-12, 2024.

Headliners for this year’s festival include Black Pumas, a seven-time Grammy-nominated psychedelic soul band (whose song “Colors” was featured in that Target commercial you couldn’t stop humming) and JJ Grey & Mofro, a Southern soul-rock band.

The full lineup also includes:
  • Futurebirds
  • North Mississippi Allstars
  • American Aquarium
  • The Record Company
  • White Denim
  • Grace Bowers
GA Weekend Passes give attendees access to both days of Bear Shadow including eight live musical performances, plus complimentary beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages; and complimentary shuttles to and from downtown Highlands to the festival site on Winfield Farm ($600+ value).

Enter to win over on our Instagram now through March 20 at 11:59 p.m.
 
News Notes
 
Biz
  • Mexican cuisine is on its way to the 12 South space last home to Josephine — 2316 12th Ave. S. New York City chef and cookbook author Roberto Santibañez hopes to open Fonda in May. The eatery will feature shareable small plates, large-format main dishes, and build-your-own tacos. (Nashville Business Journal)
Watch
  • Breaking (Bad) news. If you missed seeing actors Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul serving their mezcal, Dos Hombres, at bars across the city last night, we hear they’re making at least one more stop today. Head to Puttshack at 7 p.m. tonight to order the “Breaking Bad” Pisco Punch.
Announced
  • The Round Here Buzz is that Eric Church’s Lower Broadway bar Cheif’s will open on Friday, April 5. The country singer will kick off his new venture in a big way with “To Beat The Devil,” a 19-show residency. Tickets for the general public go on sale Friday, March 22 at 10 a.m.
Concert
  • Jennifer Lopez canceled her Bridgestone Arena show on the “This Is Me... Now” tour, originally scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 22. The performance was one of five canceled and no reason was given. Anyone who bought tickets will be automatically refunded at point of purchase. (WZTV)
Arts
  • The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum will unveil its newest exhibition, “Night Train to Nashville: Music City Rhythm & Blues Revisited,” on Friday, April 26. The 20th anniversary edition of the museum’s original exhibit includes recently discovered artifacts and photographs. Bonus: Explore the exhibit’s online component for free.
Environment
  • Nashville is one of 25 cities chosen for the Bloomberg American Sustainable Cities program and funding. The three-year initiative aims to “build a healthier, more sustainable, and more equitable future” in a city’s underfunded communities. Leaders expect to place focused efforts on North Nashville, Bordeaux, and Southeast Nashville.
Featured Deal
  • Has your crawl space been inspected recently? Home to your HVAC, plumbing, insulation, and floor structure, it’s one of the most important rooms in your house. Pro tip: Crawlspace Medic offers free crawl space (and basement) inspections for homeowners. Book now.*
 
 
Eat
 
Switch it, change it, rearrange it
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The table wants this trifecta to start — fried meatballs, prosciutto di parma, and housemade ricotta. | Photo by Andrew Thomas Lee
Ella’s on 2nd will look a little different come Friday, March 15. The Southern-inspired restaurant at Hyatt Centric Downtown Nashville will take on a new concept, menu, and name under the helm of Food Network star and restaurateur Christian Petroni.

The Bronx native will make his Nashville debut as he unveils Ella’s by Christian Petroni, an all-day Italian dining experience. Here’s what we’ll be ordering on the menu:
  • Starter | Housemade ricotta (charred broccoli, hazelnut, fresh chili, and lemon) and fried meatballs (Sunday sauce, ricotta, and fresh baked focaccia)
  • Entree | Black truffle risotto (porcini, pangrattato, and brown butter)
  • Side | Potato croquette
Plus, three more things to love:
  • Daily brunch (Monday-Friday, 7-11a.m. and Saturday-Sunday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.)
  • Seasonal selection of spritz and negroni drinks — the strawberry rhubarb has our name written all over it
  • Happy hour (Monday-Friday, 2:30-5:30 p.m.) with $10 margaritas and old fashioneds
 
The Buy
 
The perfect spring shoe for women, featuring a block heel that won’t get stuck in grassy areas. We love colors “Skyward Suede” and “Gold Leather” for special occassions.
 
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The Wrap
 
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Nashville Tree Foundation will give Madison residents 375 free, one-gallon trees at Amqui Station on Saturday, March 30 in an effort to restore lost tree coverage following recent tornado damage. Check out the available species and pre-register now.
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