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Jeffrey Steele and Friends
2023-03-06 19:00 (America/Chicago) | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Jeffrey Steele & Friends – The Franklin Theatre
Join us for an evening to remember. The Alex LeVasseur Memorial Fund presents the 16th Annual Jeffrey Steele & Friends, an intimate evening hosted by Storme Warren & Casey LeVasseur with special guest performances by Jeffrey Steele, LOCASH, Steve Dorff, Bridgette Tatum, Phil Vassar, Silence X Noise, Preston James, Ben Burgess and more!
Jeffrey Steele and family created the Alex LeVasseur Memorial Fund at The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee after Steele’s 13-year-old son passed away January 28, 2007 in a tragic accident. Steele and his family are very involved with the program initiatives which support overlooked and at-risk youth in our community and beyond through programs, projects, and grants.
Special VIP reception performance by Preston James
For EXCLUSIVE VIP Seating and Sponsorship, Please contact Rondal Richardson at The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee at rondal@cfmt.org or 615-321-4939
Brought to you by the Alex LeVasseur Memorial Fund of the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee.
Presented by The Davisson Family, with Support from With support from Briarpatch Farms, The Davis Family, Julie Goon, Pam & Rick Leet, The Wood Family, and The Voight Family.
Thank you to our generous sponsors for helping to make this evening possible.
**performers are subject to change based on circumstances beyond our control.**
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Martin Sexton
2023-03-08 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The real thing, people.” –Billboard
Martin Sexton returns with what RollingStone calls his “soul-marinated voice,” acoustic guitar, and a suitcase full of heartfelt songs.
The 2023 Tour takes Martin across North America in support of his latest ep 2020 Vision (produced by 3-time Grammy nominee John Alagia (Lukas Nelson, John Mayer, Dave Matthews) as well as reinventing his own classics for these critically-acclaimed solo performances.
Still fiercely independent and headlining venues from The Fillmore to Carnegie Hall, he has influenced a generation of contemporary artists. His songs have appeared in television series such as Scrubs, Parenthood, Masters of Sex, Sprung, and in numerous films, though it’s his incendiary live show, honest lyrics, and vocal prowess that keep fans coming back for a new experience every time.
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New Found Glory
2023-03-10 20:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
As NEW FOUND GLORY can attest, life moves quickly. Just three years after forming in Coral Springs, Florida, in 1997, the group were fast-tracked from local upstarts to mainstream stars on the back of ebullient pop melodies and hardcore-tinged breakdowns, setting off a blast of pop-punk dynamite that still lights the torch for modern acts more than two decades later. They became the voice of an underground movement, spurring iconic gold and platinum records (2000’s New Found Glory, 2002’s Sticks & Stones, and 2004’s Catalyst), countless MTV appearances, an entire subgenre (easycore) and sold-out tours the world over.
But, as the band have also learned, everything can get upended in the blink of an eye. In December 2021, fresh off the celebratory Pop Punk’s Still Not Dead Tour in support of their 10th album, Forever + Ever x Infinity, guitarist Chad Gilbert was found unresponsive in bed at home, rushed to a local hospital, and diagnosed with an 8-inch cancerous tumor, a rare pheochromocytoma. Hospital stays, surgery, and a long road to recovery followed – but, in typical New Found Glory fashion, so did the songs.
The band’s forthcoming acoustic album, MAKE THE MOST OF IT (Revelation Records), tackles the last year head-on with their most emotional and cathartic collection of songs to date. Written in the wake of Gilbert’s cancer diagnosis and mixed by Mark Trombino (blink-182, Jimmy Eat World), MAKE THE MOST OF IT is a rumination on what it means to grieve, to live, to approach every day with appreciation and a sense of fulfillment. There’s gratitude for the CPR Gilbert’s wife performed on him (“Mouth To Mouth”), for the doctors who got him back on the road in time to celebrate the landmark 20th anniversary of Sticks & Stones (“Get Me Home”), and for life in general – the opportunity to wake up every day in this beautiful, messy, heartbreaking world (“Kiss The Floor”).
“Even though the songs are sadder, they’re still hopeful,” Gilbert says. “You hear so much online about mental health and fear and anxiety. I feel proud that we can release an album with joy and honesty in a way that will hopefully make people less fearful of life. A lot of times we punish ourselves for things that might never happen. I’m going through something that did happen, but doing it with hope and joy and a greater appreciation.”
Gilbert and his bandmates – vocalist Jordan Pundik, bassist Ian Grushka and drummer Cyrus Bolooki – are all husbands and fathers, and as elder statesmen of the pop-punk genre (though still able to incite a circle pit with ease), MAKE THE MOST OF IT finds the quartet contemplating the future, what they hope their loved ones will hang on to and how they’ll be remembered. It’s all there on “Watch The Lilies Grow,” the record’s centerpiece dedicated to Gilbert’s daughter, Lily, and the most poignant New Found Glory song ever. Just as fan favorites like “Sonny” and “When I Die” were there to guide audiences through life’s valleys decades ago, songs like “Dream Born Again” and “More Than Enough” speak to listeners with the same sense of understanding, compassion, and community that’s kept New Found Glory such a resonant and beloved mainstay in punk rock.
“I didn’t want this to be the ‘cancer record’ originally,” Gilbert admits, noting his cancer returned in 2022 with additional battles still ahead. “But when we went on tour and people started hearing the story and connecting to it, I gave up on trying to control the narrative. Not all bands are dealt these cards, but we were. Let’s take these songs and help the disease get awareness and raise money for a cause that’s working on education and research for my rare cancer.” (A percentage of proceeds from the record will go to The Pheo Para Alliance, the longest standing internationally recognized leader in advocacy for, and awareness of, pheochromocytoma.)
In many ways, it’s remarkable it took New Found Glory 25 years to release an acoustic album. Masters of stop-gap invention – from the ever-popular From The Screen To Your Stereo movie theme cover EPs to their hardcore alter egos International Superheroes Of Hardcore – the band have balanced the impulses of new and nostalgic better than nearly every one of their peers.
That continues on MAKE THE MOST OF IT, which also features live versions of seven New Found Glory classics recorded in Nashville in 2022 during the band’s NFG Unplugged Total Request Livestream & Concert. The live session tones down the caustic energy of a New Found Glory show but strips the band down to their bare essentials: Pundik’s unmistakable vocal and wholly resonant songwriting. When the band lead the audience through a sing-along on their very first single, “Hit Or Miss,” it’s hard not to get choked up at how important New Found Glory still is to fans 25 years in.
“We love the opportunity to get inspired and still try to push ourselves toward something new,” Gilbert says. “But at the same time, we’re not too cool to disown where we came from. I feel like our music isn’t ours anymore. New Found Glory, all those old records, they belong to our fans. Even when I had to miss shows because of my treatment, it was still New Found Glory because of the connection between us and our fans. It’s them. It’s us. It’s all of it together.” XX

1971 The Greatest Year In Music
2023-03-11 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
MUCH HAS BEEN WRITTEN ABOUT THIS CELEBRATED YEAR IN MUSIC. MANY HAVE CALLED IT THE GREATEST EVER! JOIN SOME OF NASHVILLE’S MOST TALENTED SINGERS AND MUSICIANS IN A MULTI-MEDIA LIVE CONCERT TRIBUTE TO THE GREAT SONGS AND ARTISTS OF THIS REMARKABLE YEAR IN MUSIC!
Featuring
Jonell Mosser, Mike Farris, Mark Jones
Lee Carroll, Dylan Jones, Chip Graham,
Bob Harsen, Tripp Bratton, Steve Herrman,
John Hinchey, Jonathan Barrett
Performing the music of
Stevie Wonder, The Who, Marvin Gaye, Little Feat,
Aretha Franklin, Elton John, Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones
Yes, Carole King, David Bowie, Santana, John Lennon, John Prine
Edgar Winter, Crosby Stills Nash & Young, Paul McCartney
Tina Turner, Santana, Jackson 5, Rod Stewart
and More !
Find out more about the show at:
1971THEGREATESTYEARINMUISC.COM
PROMO VIDEO

The Joe Galbato Project
2023-03-11 20:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Joe Galbato is a Nashville singer/songwriter. His major influences come from Billy Joel, The Eagles, Dire Straits and others. The songs have a definite 70’s and 80’s vibe. His debut album, Dreams, was released in 2015. The second effort, One Night, was released in 2017. Both albums have enjoyed success on Spotify and iTunes. The soon to be released third album, The Grand Farewell, features some of Nashville’s finest musicians – Denny Hemingson (lead guitar – Tim McGraw), Dwain Rowe (keys – Brooks and Dunn, Clint Black), Dow Tomlin (bass guitar – Wynonna), Peter Young (drums – Loretta Lynn) and many others. All will be performing with Joe at the Mockingbird in downtown Franklin. The live shows take the album material to another level and this show will feature songs from all 3 albums. Looking forward to a magical night in Franklin!

Puckett's Boys & Girls Club Giveback Breakfast
2023-03-17 07:00 - 11:00 | Puckett’s Restaurant Franklin, 120 4th Ave. S., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
On Friday, March 17, Puckett’s will be donating 25% of all breakfast sales to the Boys & Girls Club of Middle Tennessee in celebration of their 120th anniversary. Be sure to visit either the Franklin or Nashville location from 7 to 11 a.m. to show your support!

The Birds St Patty's Day Party w/Tophouse
2023-03-17 19:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The Birds St Patty’s Day Party w/Tophouse – Mockingbird Theater
A lot of people ask … what genre is Tophouse? Give them a listen on Spotify where they have over 50,000 subscribers or check out their popular Instagram where they boast over 110,000 followers to decide. If you like The Avett Brothers, Mumford & Sons, The Pogues and just good music in general, you’re going to love Tophouse. Hailing from Montana, these guys moved to Nashville and have settled in as one of the hottest up and coming acts in the area. Join the Mockingbird Theater for a fun St Patrick’s Day Party in downtown Franklin and catch these guys before they break out to Number One!

Gloria Anderson (EP Release) w/Michelle Raybourn
2023-03-23 19:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Gloria Anderson (EP Release) w/Michelle Raybourn – Mockingbird Theater
Gloria Anderson is an Americana and Country singer-songwriter from Luling, a small Texas town. As a military brat with parents who would quiz her on rock bands like Fleetwood Mac or play classic Country like Dolly Parton, she wrote songs about her window observations during six family moves before seventh grade. Her music combines her humble Texas roots with a bit of Nashville country flair to create a genuine, yet unique, Americana sound, and her relatable lyrics and sweet persona work together to create her image as an empowering girl-next-door who always has a story to tell.

Smoke on the Mountain
2023-03-23 19:00 - 2023-03-26 14:00 | Franklin First United Methodist Church – Historic Sanctuary, 148 5th Ave S., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Smoke on the Mountain – Studio Tenn Theatre Company
Smoke on the Mountain tells the hilarious and heartwarming story of a Saturday Night Gospel Sing at a country church in North Carolina’s Smoky Mountains in 1938. The show features two dozen rousing bluegrass songs played and sung by the Sanders Family, a traveling group making its return to performing after a five-year hiatus. Book by Connie Ray; Conceived by Alan Bailey; Musical arrangements by Mike Craver and Mark Hardwick. The Show runs March 23 through April 2.
March 23 – 7 PM
March 24 – 7 PM
March 25 – 2 PM and 7 PM
March 26 – 2 PM
Click here for Smoke on the Mountain show dates March 30 at 7 PM, March 31 at 7 PM, April 1 at 2 PM and 7 PM, and April 2 at 2 PM.

AfricaNashville Presents: Jeff Coffin & Friends, Featuring The Yeli Ensemble
2023-03-23 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Franklin Theatre with AfricaNashville presents Jeff Coffin & Friends, featuring The Yeli Ensemble. This event features an all-star line up of performers including Cory Wong (Vulfpeck, Dave Koz, Jon Batiste, The Fearless Flyers, Grammy Nominee), Victor Wooten (Bela Fleck and the Flecktones, 5x Grammy Winner), and Nate Smith (Paul Simon, Brittany Howard, The Fearless Flyers, Grammy Nominee).
YELI ENSEMBLE:
SORY, & IBRAHIMA are from the Yeli caste (also called Djeli or Griot). MOHAMED AND AGATHE were raised in a Yeli tradition by their parents. A ‘Yeli’ is a ‘living archive’ of the African people’s traditions. They all grew up learning their traditional music and dance from their parents and elders and are recognized as storytellers and keepers of knowledge that has been passed down through countless generations.
JEFF COFFIN is a globally celebrated saxophonist, composer, educator, and is recognized for his breathtaking, enigmatic compositions, and searing improvisations. He is a member of the legendary U.S. rock group, Dave Matthews Band and you may also know him from his 14 year tenure, and 3 GRAMMY® Awards, with the genre-defying Bela Fleck & the Flecktones.
Sponsored by Jackson National Life

The FBR w/Jackson Nance
2023-03-24 19:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The FBR w/Jackson Nance – Mockingbird Theater
Named to honor an enduring Leonard Cohen classic song, “The FBR— comprised of Tim Hunter and Malarie McConaha—purveys American roots music traditions with poetic storytelling and multi-genre instrumental approaches. The two met at an open mic night at Puckett’s (now Fox and Locke) the local watering hole in Leiper’s Fork outside of Nashville.” What initially began as an acoustic project between the pair eventually grew to include a full band bringing additional guitar, percussion, bass, and keys to the table.
Their debut single “Rain On” gained traction during a time when we the world was facing a new range of emotions during a global pandemic. Following Rain On, The FBR released songs with themes ranging from love and addiction to spirituality and sin, set in melodies that every listener feels deep in the soul.
Recent releases and music videos by The FBR have earned the band interviews and articles in American Songwriter Magazine, American Blues Scene, and many others, and the band has celebrated world-wide reach through Internet radio platforms.
Malarie McConaha, the band’s lead singer and electric guitar player, “intertwines her spirited delivery of rich vocals with raw guitar that ensnares the audience’s attention and holds it throughout every performance.” Her captivating stage presence “draws the audience in and her bold delivery strikes deep.”
Tim Hunter, songwriter, acoustic guitar and harmonica player, writes much of the band’s original music. Storytelling is what he is most known for, having spent years studying classic literature and writing thousands of poems and songs to hone his craft. “Hunter delivers art and poetry with his lyrics, and matches that with melodies that take the listener on a journey.”
The FBR is billed as an all-original, Americana act steeped in Southern rock, blues, country, and Irish to name a few. They are big fans of other story tellers and vocal legends such as John Prine, Jason Isbell, Brandi Carlile, Tedeschi Trucks, Lukas Nelson, Band of Heathens, Fleetwood Mac, Guy Clark, Janis Joplin, Emmylou Harris, and Steve Earle.

Radney Foster
2023-03-24 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Radney Foster – The Franklin Theatre
“Thirty years ago, Radney Foster opened up his heart, wrapped it in lap steel and Fender guitars, shouted it from a microphone mountain in a voice of bluebonnet twang, and created a work of riotous loss along the lines of Merle Haggard or Buck Owens, says author/historian Peter Cooper. “Del Rio, TX 1959 is an album that mines the personal to unearth the universal.”
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the release of his solo debut, Radney Foster will be doing a select number of shows where he plays the album top to bottom (along with some later hits). Legendary steel guitarist Steve Fishell (who coproduced the album with Foster) will be joining the band on select dates.
“Del Rio, TX, 1959 is what inspired me to sing Country music,” says Daruis Rucker. “It’s the ultimate album.” The collection produced five singles on the country charts: “Just Call Me Lonesome,” “Nobody Wins,” “Easier Said Than Done,” “Hammer and Nails,” and “Closing Time.”
Foster first gained attention as half of the duo Foster & Lloyd (who, with “Crazy Over You” became the first duo in history to top the Country charts with their debut single).
Foster’s discography contains countless cuts by artists ranging anywhere from country (Keith Urban, The Chicks, Brooks and Dunn, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band) to contemporary (Marc Broussard, Hootie & The Blowfish, Kenny Loggins, Los Lonely Boys, George Benson). Foster has appeared in film, TV and stage including as host of CMT Crossroads, in the feature film Beauty Mark, on stage in the acclaimed musical “Troubadour. “
His most recent project For You To See The Stars is in two parts, a book of short fiction, and a companion CD of the same name. Foster, who produced the first three Randy Rogers Band album, recently reunited with them to produce Homecoming. He’s currently working on a second book of short fiction, and a side jazz project with his sons, The Space Cadet Quintet.
FT Live sponsored by Jackson.

4 Things with Amy Brown (Live)
2023-03-25 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
A successful night out with your girlfriends includes laughter, sharing, encouragement & connection. You leave refreshed, empowered, motivated, and seen – and that’s our hope for this evening!
Join Amy Brown & friends for honest conversations about knowing your worth, using your voice and building the confidence to have the life you deserve.
VIP tickets are available for up-close table seating and a chance to stay after the show to hang with Amy for a special “5th Thing” Q&A with co-host & licensed therapist, Kat DeFatta!
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Exit Stage Left Improv Comedy
2023-03-25 19:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Exit Stage Left is a group of highly trained and hilariously funny performers who have been performing improv comedy together since 2012. Our gang of modern day clowns and funnymen/women are guaranteed to make you laugh with our improv antics and audience interactive fun! Exit Stage Left is excited to partner with the Mockingbird Theater in Franklin as we continue to bring family friendly improv comedy to the Middle TN area!

Smoke on the Mountain
2023-03-30 19:00 - 2023-04-02 14:00 | Franklin First United Methodist Church – Historic Sanctuary, 148 5th Ave S., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Smoke on the Mountain – Studio Tenn Theatre Company
Smoke on the Mountain tells the hilarious and heartwarming story of a Saturday Night Gospel Sing at a country church in North Carolina’s Smoky Mountains in 1938. The show features two dozen rousing bluegrass songs played and sung by the Sanders Family, a traveling group making its return to performing after a five-year hiatus. Book by Connie Ray; Conceived by Alan Bailey; Musical arrangements by Mike Craver and Mark Hardwick. The Show runs March 23 through April 2.
March 30 at 7 PM
March 31 at 7 PM
April 1 at 2 PM and 7 PM
April 2 at 2 PM.
Click here for Smoke on the Mountain show dates March 23 – 7 PM, March 24 – 7 PM, March 25 – 2 PM and 7 PM, and March 26 – 2 PM.

Cove Boyd live at Mockingbird
2023-03-31 19:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join Cove Boyd and his band as they perform songs from his debut album ‘Better Days’ and some additional surprises, at Mockingbird Theater in downtown Franklin. Plus special guest James Walker.

Rock and Roll Playhouse Sings The Beatles
2023-04-01 12:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Rock and Roll Playhouse Sings The Beatles – The Franklin Theatre
The Rock and Roll Playhouse, a family concert series hosted at historic music venues across the country, allows kids to “move, play and sing while listening to works from the classic-rock canon” (NY Times). Performing songs created by the most iconic musicians in rock history, The Rock and Roll Playhouse band offers its core audience of families with children age ten and under games, movement, stories and an opportunity to rock out in an effort to educate children and explore their creativity. The Rock and Roll Playhouse is an early and often first introduction to a child’s lifelong journey with live music and rock and roll. See you at the show!
This concert for kids and families shares the music of the artist named above with a new generation of music lovers, but is not associated with or endorsed by the artist. All children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.
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Chief Smiley Ricks LIVE @ The Legendary Kimbro's Pickin' Parlor
2023-04-01 21:00 | The Legendary Kimbro’s Pickin’ Parlor, 214 S. Margin Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The Legendary Kimbro’s Pickin’ Parlor in downtown Franklin, offers great music, cold drinks, and delicious food! Come out and catch the sound and the spirit of New Orleans with Chief Smiley Ricks & The C-Town Specials at The Legendary Kimbro’s Pickin’ Parlor, Saturday, April 1st at 9:00 PM! You can find more information at chiefsmileyricks.com and legendarykimbros.com. $10 cover charge at the door.

Easter Candy Pairings Mini Class at Saint Goose!
2023-04-06 17:30 - 18:30 | Saint Goose Wine and Spirits Shop, 134 2nd Avenue North, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Easter Candy Pairings Mini Class at Saint Goose in Downtown Franklin
It’s the hoppiest time of year! We all love peeps, jelly beans and pastel colored treats. Join Kate as she pairs all the delightful Easter basket snacks with her most delicious springtime wines.

Philip Daniel
2023-04-06 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
From Lincoln, Nebraska, Daniel did his graduate work at the UMKC Conservatory in Piano Performance and his undergraduate studies at Hastings College, where he earned a Bachelor’s in Piano Performance and Piano Pedagogy.
During his undergraduate years, Philip discovered a passion for creating his own music. He was heavily inspired by contemporary minimalism and film-score music that blends organic sounds with electronic elements. Daniel seeks to appeal to a broad audience as well as the seasoned listener and create his own unique sound.
Philip has released 7 full-length albums as well as many EP’s and singles. He continues to compose/record solo artistic projects yet is venturing into the film scoring and music licensing world. His music has been listened to over 30 million times and has been featured in countless films worldwide. Philip spends his time composing custom scores for docs/short films/commercials and has ventured into the world of dance, collaborating with choreographers and dancers on custom scores.
His sole purpose as a composer is to create music thats primary goal is to convey unequivocal emotion and to make people truly “feel”. Philip believes that music has a unique ability to cause change in the world by this personal connection to individual listeners and aims to be a small part in positively impacting his community thru his music.
Philip currently resides in Lincoln, Nebraska with his wife and dog working in his home studio.
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"Country Legends" starring Patrick Thomas & Rachel Potter
2023-04-07 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Celebrate the greatest country hits through the decades with Nashville-based recording artists Patrick Thomas (The Voice) and Rachel Potter (Broadway and The X Factor). The pair bring their electric chemistry and charisma to the classics you know and love from Hank Williams to Patsy Cline, Dolly, Garth, and Faith and Tim. You’ll be singing along as the two industry veterans walk you through the decades in a stripped-down version of their touring orchestral show, Country Legends.

An Intimate Evening with SmithField: Stories & Song
2023-04-08 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Rooted in stunning harmonies and sharp songwriting, Trey Smith and Jenn Fielder collectively known as SmithField, are a modern country duo inspired by one of country music’s longstanding legacies: the male-female duet. Smithfield hails from a small town in Texas, where they met at the age of 10, and their families go back 3 generations. Since moving to music city, their song “Hey Whiskey” in 2018 launched the duo into critically acclaimed artists that Rollingstone, Billboard, People, and Forbes have all raved about and called the ‘ones to watch’ in country music. The band has amassed independently more than 80 million global streams, Debuted a #1 Country EP called New Town in 2021, and have over 40 Grand Ole Opry performances. Smithfield has opened for some of country’s biggest acts such as Old Dominion, Kane Brown, Brothers Osborn, and Morgan Wallen to name a few.

The Stories Behind the Songs featuring Tim McGraw, Tom Douglas and The Warren Brothers
2023-04-10 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Stories Behind the Songs featuring Tim McGraw, Tom Douglas and The Warren Brothers – The Franklin Theatre
The 21st District Recovery Court (Recovery Court) is hosting their first ever singer-songwriter night on April 10 at The Franklin Theatre. The intimate musical experience showcases the talents of Williamson County’s very own Tim McGraw. The superstar entertainer, author and actor will perform some of his greatest hits in a songwriter in the round style event alongside Tom Douglas and The Warren Brothers.
All proceeds from the event will go directly to Recovery Court to support its 20-year mission to end the cycle of addiction and crime in our community by providing accountability and compassion to non-violent offenders in the criminal justice system. “Both Brad and I have a passion to help those who are suffering from alcohol and substance abuse,” said Brett Warren, who also serves on Recovery Court’s board of directors. “This event is one of the ways we are supporting the addiction and recovery community and we look forward to joining Tim and Tom as we share the inspiration behind some of our songs.”
Douglas is an Academy Award, Golden Globe and GRAMMY®-nominated songwriter and Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame member who has written several McGraw hits, including “Southern Voice”, “Grown Men Don’t Cry”, “Let It Go”, “Meanwhile Back at Mama’s”, and “My Little Girl.” McGraw has recorded more than 30 of The Warren Brothers songs including “If You’re Reading This”, “Felt Good on My Lips”, “Highway Don’t Care”, and “Thought About You”.
Presenting sponsors are H.G. Hill Realty Company and Let it Shine Gymnastics. Additional sponsors include: Buerger, Moseley and Carson, Gray Public Relations, Lacie and Kyle Simonton, Judge Deanna Johnson, Brett Warren and David Dingler. The event is in collaboration with Songwriters City.
The inaugural singer-songwriter event adds to Recovery Court’s 2023 fundraisers. The annual Eat the Street Food Truck Festival will be held on Friday, June 2, and the annual Community Luncheon, which is rebranding from its breakfast format to accommodate growth, will be held on Monday, Oct. 30.
Recovery Court is funded primarily through grants and private donations, and receives no taxpayer funding. “Our program is not an easy way out,” said Program Director Connie Martin. “The court only considers applicants demonstrating a genuine desire to confront their addictions. Those that are accepted undergo rigorous treatment and intensive monitoring as they learn life skills and new habits for successful living. Our model is unique in that it uses a non-adversarial, therapeutic approach to crimes rooted in addiction.”
According to local law enforcement professionals, most crimes committed in our community are drug or alcohol related. Recovery Court has proven effective in reducing the revolving door of drug and alcohol related crime as well as reducing the cost to taxpayers. The program spends approximately $14,500 per participant annually compared to an estimated $35,000 to incarcerate each offender for a year.
Those who would like to support Recovery Court but cannot attend the event may make an online donation at 21stdc.org.
About Tim McGraw
Tim McGraw is a GRAMMY® Award-winning entertainer, author and actor who has sold more than eighty-nine million records worldwide and dominated the charts with forty-six number one singles. He is the most played country artist since his debut in 1992, has four New York Times bestselling books to his credit and has acted in such movies as Friday Night Lights and The Blind Side. McGraw recently starred beside Sam Elliott and his wife Faith Hill in the Yellowstone prequel and three-time Emmy nominated 1883. He is the founder and inspiration behind health and fitness brand, TRUMAV. McGraw is considered one of the most successful touring acts in the history of country music. His projects have spawned some of the most meaningful songs of all time, including “Live Like You Were Dying” and “Humble and Kind,” whose messages continue to impact fans around the world.
About Tom Douglas
Tom Douglas is an Academy Award, Golden Globe and GRAMMY®-nominated songwriter. Douglas got his first song recorded by Collin Raye at the age of 41. That song, “Little Rock”, reached #1, earned a nomination for CMA Song of the Year and achieved the Million-Air award from BMI for receiving one million spins on country radio. Since then, Douglas has written numerous number one hits, including: “I Run to You” (Lady A), “Southern Voice” (Tim McGraw) and “The House That Built Me” (Miranda Lambert). The Grammy Award-winning song “The House That Built Me.” Douglas has written countless well-received songs for a wide range of artists, including: Keith Urban, P!nk, Luke Bryan, Celine Dion, Tim McGraw, Carrie Underwood, Florida Georgia Line, Kenny Chesney, Kane Brown, George Strait, Chris Janson, and Collin Raye among others. In 2011 Douglas’ song, “Coming Home” received an Oscar and Golden Globe nomination for Best Original Song. In 2014, Douglas was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, subsequently receiving a Grammy Nomination for his song “Meanwhile Back at Mama’s” recorded by Tim McGraw. Recent work includes “Drunk Girl” recorded by Chris Janson. He also penned the song “Dear Hate” recorded by Maren Morris and Vince Gill, earning the Grammy nomination for the 2019 Country Song of the Year. Douglas is currently signed to Sony Music Publishing, and lives in Nashville with his wife, Katie.
About The Warren Brothers
The Warren Brothers are an American songwriting duo. Brad and Brett Warren have written hits for Tim McGraw (“If You’re Reading This”, “Felt Good on My Lips”, “Highway Don’t Care”, “Thought About You”), Toby Keith (“Red Solo Cup”), Keith Urban (“Little Bit of Everything”), Faith Hill (“The Lucky One”), Martina McBride (“Anyway”, “Wrong Baby Wrong”), Dierks Bentley (“Feel That Fire”), Jerrod Niemann (“Drink To That All Night”), Jason Aldean (“Lights Come On”, “We Back”), Blake Shelton (“Every Time I Hear That Song”), Chris Young (“Sober Saturday Night”) and more. They’ve recorded songs by Luke Bryan, Little Big Town, Lady A, Thomas Rhett, Cole Swindell, Gary Allan, Tyler Farr, Billy Currington and many other A-list country artists. In addition, the brothers have also written songs for rock bands including Lynyrd Skynyrd, Nickelback, Hinder, Joss Stone and Boys Like Girls. They moved to Nashville from Tampa, Fla. in 1995 and in 1997 signed with RCA records, making three albums for RCA’s sister label BNA Records. During that time, they toured with Tim McGraw and Faith Hill. As artists, they have seven Billboard Top 40 hits. McGraw took an interest in their songwriting and has recorded more than 30 of their songs. They were CMA nominees for Duo of the Year for six straight years and had GRAMMY® nominations for Song of the Year (“If You’re Reading This”) and a CMA Song of the Year (“Anyway”). In 2013 the duo won a Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Original Song for ‘Good Afternoon America,’ the theme song for the ABC program ‘Good Afternoon America’ which they co-wrote with Little Big Town.
About 21st District Recovery Court
The 21st Recovery Court serves the 21st Judicial District. Program participants are non-violent offenders with a history of chemical dependency, which has shown to be one of the primary reasons for repeated criminal activity. The program works with law enforcement and the courts as participants engage in a highly supervised, two-year program, providing treatment, supervision and support. Graduates of recovery court programs have a low rate of reoffending, especially compared to those offenders supervised in traditional court probation and parole programs. Participants’ recovery allows them to have a productive life while the community is served by a reduction in criminal activity and cost-effective treatment for offenders. Most importantly, the families and lives of the participants are restored to a safe and positive environment. Recovery courts in Tennessee are not supported by state judicial budgets, rather they are partially funded by a portion of statutory court costs paid by criminal offenders. For more information, visit 21stdc.org or call 615.595.7868.

Snack Pairings Mini Class at Saint Goose!
2023-04-13 17:30 - 18:30 | Saint Goose Wine and Spirits Shop, 134 2nd Avenue North, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Snack Pairings Mini Class at Saint Goose in Downtown Franklin
Wine and Snacks are a match made in Saint Goose heaven. Join Kate as she pairs wine with your favorite snack foods. We will learn how to use the flavors in wine to complement classic munchies snacks like popcorn, cheeze-its, and candy. See you soon!
About Saint Goose
Saint Goose is a curated wine shop with an inviting whiskey and cigar experience in the heart of historic downtown Franklin, Tennessee. Founded in 2021 by Andrew Kilpatrick and Kate Ham, Saint Goose is the local destination for the most optimal selection of world-class wines in Franklin, Nashville and beyond.

Funny Money
2023-04-14 19:30 - 2023-04-16 14:30 | Pull-Tight Players Theatre, 112 2nd Avenue South, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Funny Money – Pull-Tight Players Theatre
A farce from one of the masters of stage comedy, Funny Money will have you laughing all the way to the bank—or Barcelona. Accountant Henry Perkins is down the middle in every way, middle-class and middle-aged, and headed home for another middling birthday dinner with his wife and friends … until he picks up the wrong briefcase on the tube, one filled with a LOT of money. For once throwing caution to the wind, he decides to run away with his wife and the money. But a night of mix-ups, mistaken identities, and a miscreant named Mr. Big have other plans for Henry. Funny Money is a night of hilarious twists and turns that are anything but middle of the road.
Written by Ray Cooney
Directed by Johnny Peppers
Produced by Savannah Aiello
Performance dates
April 14, 15, 19-22, 26-29 at 7:30 p.m.
April 16 and 23 at 2:30 p.m.

What is Orange Wine? Mini Class at Saint Goose!
2023-04-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Saint Goose Wine and Spirits Shop, 134 2nd Avenue North, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
What is Orange Wine? Mini Class at Saint Goose in downtown Franklin.
Orange Wine…not made from oranges. Join Kate as she takes us through the process of making skin contact wine, and how they taste!
About Saint Goose
Saint Goose is a curated wine shop with an inviting whiskey and cigar experience in the heart of historic downtown Franklin, Tennessee. Founded in 2021 by Andrew Kilpatrick and Kate Ham, Saint Goose is the local destination for the most optimal selection of world-class wines in Franklin, Nashville and beyond.

Puppy Pals
2023-04-15 14:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Puppy Pals – The Franklin Theatre
A Howling Good Time!

Puppy Pals is a family fun action-packed show where adopted and rescued dogs perform spectacular stunts and breathtaking feats. Watch as we lead the puppies and audience through challenging and comical tricks as the pooches show everyone who is really boss! Full of surprises and laugh-out-loud canine comedy this performance appeals to children of all ages.
“Anything is Paw-sible”
Wesley Williams has loved animals from a very young age! His mom even says he wanted to purchase a full-on petting zoo at just five years old. It was always something new she proclaimed. One month all he wanted was a potbelly pig, the next month a miniature pony, the next month a flock of chickens, you name the animal, and Wesley wanted it. Although he has always had a passion for working with animals, Wesley pursued his unique unicycle skills at an early age, but always kept that dream of working with furry friends in the back of his mind. Just two years into forming his livelong goal of an animal act Wesley has burst onto the scene with his “Puppy Pals,” an all-new comedic stunt dog show!

The Skylight Sip and Sample at The Factory
2023-04-15 18:00 - 21:00 | THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Enjoy signature cocktails and small plates made by participating Factory restaurants exclusively for Sip & Sample patrons.

Get the First Look at a Franklin Original
Sip & Sample is the first opportunity to experience the reimagined Factory at Franklin. Enjoy drinks from The Skylight, our brand-new bar and gathering space, while sampling small plates made exclusively for Sip & Sample patrons by participating Factory restaurants. It’s an evening you won’t want to miss.
Participating restaurants include:

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams
Edley’s Bar-B-Que
Five Daughters Bakery
Two Hands
Mojo’s Tacos
Hattie B’s Hot Chicken
Honest Coffee Roasters
Etch
Mafiaoza’s Pizzeria
Franklin Juice Co.
Greys Fine Cheese

The Skylight: The Factory’s New Bar and Gathering Space
Located in the heart of The Factory, The Skylight is a place to connect amidst picturesque architecture and authentic community. The bar’s space and drink menu were crafted to celebrate the history and hospitality that make The Factory and our town of Franklin such iconic places.
We are excited to introduce The Skylight to patrons at Sip & Sample. All guests will receive two drink tickets, discounted drink prices, and fun food pairings from participating Factory restaurants.
Join The Skylight’s email list and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok to stay updated about future events, new drink creations, and more.
This event is 21+.

Yancy Riley
2023-04-15 19:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Yancy Riley’s music draws on the diverse cultural and musical influences of his home state, Louisiana. He credits his all-embracing style to the music imprinted on him during his early years, which ranged from soulful gospel to the realness and accessibility of country music. Yancy’s value of family, his convictions, and his determination to succeed have empowered him to continue to mature into the artist he is today. Through this progression, he has learned the power of performance and the grace of delivery.
Embraced by fans from all genres, Yancy continues to build a dynamic following as he performs live. Yancy’s raspy voice and range make him a consistent draw, which is evident by the success he has enjoyed sharing the stage with national acts.
As a recording artist, Yancy has produced a new studio album titled Expectations. Cuts from his album have received regional airplay and overwhelming fan response. Yancy’s new album exemplifies both his writing and production, allowing him to create an album that showcases his soulful vocal approach and his ability to stir the emotions. The album reflects the passion Yancy has for the traditions of country music without compromising his unique approach to the genre and vocal styling by connecting with both days gone by and the days of now.

Deborah Allen
2023-04-15 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Deborah Allen – The Franklin Theatre – April 15
Deborah Allen is one of those rare artists who forged their own path to success and ended up building a world-class career in the process. An extraordinarily talented singer, songwriter, producer and performer, Deborah’s unique abilities as an artist may be matched only by her enthusiasm and creativity as an individual. It is that formidable combination of spirit and talent that keeps the Grammy-nominated entertainer in demand. With her latest album, The Art of Dreaming, Deborah Allen’s music remains as smart, witty and sexy as ever.
Throughout her phenomenal journey of hits and accomplishments in every facet of her career, Deborah Allen remains true to her vision. From her discovery by Roy Orbison, to her friendship with Shel Silverstein, her work with Prince, and her current release, The Art of Dreaming, Deborah creates art entirely on her own terms. With a distinguished career built on success after success as a performer, songwriter and producer, the dynamic Delta singer from Memphis, Tennessee, has no plans of slowing down anytime soon. That’s simply not Deborah Allen’s style. To learn more click here.
Doors open one hour before the show.
FT Live sponsored by Jackson.
