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Live in The Lounge feat. Issac Ferguson Dillard
2023-12-31 21:30 - 2024-01-01 00:30 (America/Chicago) | 1799 Kitchen & Cocktail Lounge, 130 2nd Ave N., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Live Music in 1799 Lounge in downtown Franklin, featuring Issac Ferguson Dillard- Piano & Vocals on December 31 at 9:30 pm to January 1, 2024 at 12:30 am.

19 Miles to Music Row
2024-01-02 18:30 | 19 Miles Stage at Franklin First UMC, 120 ALDERSGATE WAY, Franklin, TN, 37069, United States
It’s the first 19 Miles of 2024!
Join us as we round the corner into a new year with Franklin native The Castle Family.
The Franklin native Castle family helps bring in the new year with music and songs that feature a unique touch of sibling harmony. Join award-winning musician Zac Castle, Angel Saint Queen frontwoman Becca Castle, former Vinyl Relay frontman and award-winning songwriter Josh Castle for a special night not to be missed.
Don’t Miss 19 Miles to Music Row on January 2 right here at the corner of Franklin Road and Mack Hatcher.

Sister Cities' Celebration of Nations
2024-01-13 13:00 - 14:30 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us on a global journey at the “Celebration of Nations,” where international acts come together for a family-friendly extravaganza! Enjoy music from around the world, featuring performances by Giovanni Rodriguez Musical Duo, Chinese Arts Alliance, the Nashville International Folk Dancers, and members of the incredible Franklin High School Orchestra. This showcase fosters a shared appreciation for the diverse traditions that make our world extraordinary. Secure your tickets now for an event that transcends borders and celebrates the richness of our global heritage!

Songwriter Showcase at The Skylight Bar
2024-01-15 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-01-22 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-01-29 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-02-05 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-02-12 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-02-19 18:00 - 20:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Grab a drink at The Skylight Bar in downtown Franklin, inside The Factory at Franklin and enjoy the musical stylings of a rotating selection of talented local musicians every Monday night!
About The Skylight Bar
The Skylight Bar, an innovative bar and event space, located in the Grand Hall of The Factory at Franklin. Conveniently situated at 230 Franklin Road in the heart of downtown Franklin, Tennessee, The Skylight Bar continues to be the perfect locale for creating lasting memories with the community, hosting events and more.

The Franklin Theatre Songwriter Series LEGENDS: John Oates
2024-01-18 19:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
John Oates, co-founder of the legendary group Hall & Oates, is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the American Songwriters Hall of Fame a BMI Icon award winner and has won numerous American Music, MTV awards, and multiple Grammy nominations. As part of Hall & Oates he has recorded 21 albums, scored 10 number one records, over 20 Top 40 hits which have sold over 80 million units, making them the most successful duo in rock history.
Addtionally, John is an accomplished solo artist who has recorded 8 albums and released multiple singles since the early 2000s. In 2017 he released an autobiography ” Change of Season” that became an Amazon Best Seller. Singing from the time he could talk and playing the guitar since the age of five, John Oates was destined to be a musician. Born in New York City, his family moved to a small town outside of Philadelphia, PA in the early 1950s. Since then John’s life has paralleled the evolution of Rock and American Popular music. He was influenced by the early rock and rhythm and blues artists as well as the nascent roots music of the 1960s folk revival, as well as bluegrass, delta blues, and ragtime. His solo work is an amalgamation of all his early influences as a part of Nashville’s Americana Music community. John continues to tour worldwide with an intimate acoustic “Evening of Songs and Stories” style performance that has garnered rave reviews.

Heartbreaker - America's Tribute to Pat Benatar w/ Hyndesight - A Pretenders
2024-01-20 19:00 - 23:00 | The Whiskey Room Live – Franklin, 1910 Galleria Blvd., Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
The Whiskey Room Live is a seated music venue inside of KINGS BOWLING – FRANKLIN, TN. All ages are welcome. We offer a full menu and full bar to order from. We have free parking, no validation needed.
Doors: 7 pm || Show: 7:30-10 pm
Tickets $15 in advance.
$25 tickets at the door (if available, day of show)
Hyndesight – The Pretenders Experience (80s Tribute Band) – Hyndesight recreates the sound and look of Chrissie Hynde and the Pretenders. Playing all the hits including Brass in Pocket, Middle of the Road and I’ll Stand by You.
https://www.facebook.com/HyndesightPretendersExperience
Heartbreaker was formed by David Lowry out of another tribute band of some of Nashville’s finest musicians. Having found Missy Garnett, her amazing vocals, professionalism and potential for singing Pat Benatar songs and getting them right, he quickly set about forming this group to pay homage to the First Lady of Rock. Keyboardist Jeff Gibson was part of the original tribute and the rest fell into place with a new bass player Rudy Z (Ruby Starr) and drummer Jamie Smith that solidified the rhythm section and drove the beat home. Heartbreaker band members are current Nashville professional musicians with tons of credits to their names and the experience to bring a tight, focused and energetic live show to any venue or crowd.
Heartbreaker hailing from Nashville, TN, is the South East’s Premier tribute band to the Queen of Rock n’ Roll, Pat Benatar! Featuring Missy Garnett (Vocals,) David Lowry (Guitars,) Rudy Z (Bass,) Jeff Gibson (Keys, BGV’s,) and Jamie Smith (Drums, BGV’s.) This band is packed with touring professionals who have played with the likes of Rick Springfield, Mick Fleetwood, Larry Gatlin, Alabama, Trisha Yearwood, Mickey Thomas’s Starship, and more! http://heartbreakertributeband.com

Songwriters at The Harpeth 2024
2024-01-25 19:30 - 21:00 | The Harpeth Hotel, Franklin Downtown, 130 2nd Ave N., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Songwriters at The Harpeth is back and ready to kick off 2024. Join us as we feature both old and new artists including Keith Stegall, Parker Welling, Rafe Van Hoy and Roger Murrah. You don’t want to miss out on this amazing evening of stories and songs.

Jesse Cook
2024-01-26 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Jesse Cook – The Franklin Theatre
An accomplished guitarist, producer and equally prolific filmmaker, Jesse Cook has evolved his talents to create experiences that delight audiences both in concert, and online.
He composed his first album, Tempest, over 25 years ago. Jesse could not imagine that such a humble recording, in which he played all the instruments, would spark such a musical legacy. To date, there have been thousands of concerts performed around the world, over 2 million albums sold, 5 PBS specials filmed, more than 25 million views on YouTube and over 400 million streams of his songs.
His eleventh studio album Libre was chosen 2021 Album of the Year by JazzTrax. Jesse and his extraordinary band are looking forward to returning to the road, bringing The Libre Tour and their unique brand of rhythm and rhumba to audiences across North America and beyond.

Johnny & June Forever: The Greatest Love Story Ever Sung
2024-01-27 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Johnny & June Forever: The Greatest Love Story Ever Sung – The Franklin Theatre

Featuring Danny Evans & Essense Goldman
From his #1 hit “I Walk the Line” in 1956 to the iconic “Folsom Prison Blues,” many have known and loved Johnny Cash over the years. No love, though, seems as great as the love that singer/songwriter June Carter had for Cash during their long years together. Though they have passed on, the passion that burned between them will always be present in their heartfelt and truthful lyrics written and performed for one another. As one of the most beloved couples in music history, Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash’s love lives on through their iconic duos and many albums recorded with each other.
Johnny Cash and June Carter were well known performers before meeting, and like their predecessors, Danny Evans and Essence of ‘Johnny & June Forever’ are also seasoned artists in their own rights. Their chemistry and musicality on stage is so undeniable that many have described them as the reincarnation of Johnny & June.
Danny Evans is widely recognized as a premier guitarist, an unparalleled singer/songwriter and producer. As the son of Rusty Evans, whose own Johnny Cash tribute “Ring Of Fire” that reigned supreme on the national circuit for over 20 years Danny played lead guitar and served as musical director in the family band, as well as bearing his own musical soul with his band Chrome Johnson.
Danny is widely recognized throughout the music industry as a “musical chameleon” and well regarded as being accomplished in almost any style, Danny’s storied career has seen him sharing high profile stages from Glastonbury to Bumbershoot. With live performances with many legends and such as Link Wray, Dick Dale, Taj Mahal, Chris Robinson, Bill Kirtchen, Leo Nocentelli, Roy Rogers, Count Basie Orchestra, Ramblin’ Jack Elliott, Crystal Gayle, Porter Wagoner etc. under his belt, his production and recording credits are just as bountiful. Well known as a “go to” guitarist and multi-instrumentalist, Danny’s musical talents are well regarded and in demand, as are his renowned skills as a vocal stylist and soulful songwriter.
Essence recently received national and international acclaim for her work with Bernie and the Believers through NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert series and BBC. “The story of Bernie and the Believers is the most powerful I’ve ever come across at the Tiny Desk.” – Bob Boilen, (host and creator of NPR’s online music show All Songs Considered and NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts series.) The story and music of her band Bernie and the Believers is currently being developed into a major Hollywood feature film. Essence has released six albums of her original music on both indie and major labels and had numerous film and television placements. Her forthcoming album “Father’s Daughter” is an honest and at times humorous account of her losses and wins; to the bone and from the heart. The album is fully steeped in the rich traditions of Appalachian, Americana and Country music that Essence grew up on. with a nod to the spirit and sound of songwriting legends like John Prine, and Lucinda Williams, Dolly Parton and Gillian Welch. It is a collection of songs that could not have been written without real life living. It is at once deeply personal and immediately relatable; emotionally vulnerable and lyricaly brave. Essence is also the founder and executive director of a powerful non profit called ‘Believe Music Heals’ which is dedicated to transforming lives through the healing power of music. Essence is also a dedicated mother to a wonderful son and daughter.
This electrifying duo formed their undeniable bond while Essence was recording her soon-to-be released new record at Danny’s Allegiant Records recording studio. Within that process they recognized the immediate truth that their voices and musical directions compliment each other. The earthy natural chemistry shared and their natural, twining vocal harmonies Reminiscent of Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash and other great male /female duos, this pair is a powerful emerging voice on the Americana landscape. In addition to their original music they have decided to pay homage to their heroes and dig deep into their passion for roots music with their reverent and spirited Johnny Cash and June Carter Revue.

Live Music at The Skylight Bar
2024-02-02 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-02-09 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-02-16 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-02-23 17:00 - 20:00 | The Skylight Bar, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Celebrate the start of the weekend with a drink and live music every Friday night at The Skylight Bar in Franklin, located inside The Factory at Franklin!

8th Annual Grassroots of Grassland
2024-02-02 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
8th Annual Grassroots of Grassland – The Franklin Theatre
Grassroots of Grassland is Grassland Elementary’s Songwriter’s Night. We will have a night of music and a silent/online auction to raise funds for the Music, Art and other departments of Grassland Elementary. Featuring Kelly Archer, Sarah Buxton, Scotty Emerick and Daniel Tashian. See you at the show!

The Twilight Train: A Neil Diamond Tribute
2024-02-03 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Twilight Train: A Neil Diamond Tribute – The Franklin Theatre
The Twilight Train, Nashville’s ultimate Neil Diamond tribute band, features a lineup of some of Music City’s most accomplished musicians who are well-equipped to take you on a musical journey that celebrates the iconic music of Neil Diamond. The group, featuring Gary Talley, Ron Krasinski, Mike Stewart, Todd, Parks, Richard Jacques, Tracey DiCicco, and Michelle Muuray, is dedicated to honoring the mu names in the music industry, and bringing their own impressive skills and talents to our tribute band. Without trying to impersonate, the band strives to recreate the unique energy of a Neil Diamond show at every performance. Grab your tickets today!!

The WannaBeatles in Leiper's Fork
2024-02-03 20:00 - 22:00 | Fox & Locke, 4142 Old Hillsboro Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Hey Beatles Lovers – On February 3rd, The WannaBeatles and I will do a special show to celebrate the night that 73 million people gathered in front their TV sets to see The Beatles’ first live performance on U.S. soil.
The show is at Fox and Locke in Leiper’s Fork. Feel free to join us for great fun, tasty food, and FABulous music.
https://www.foxandlocke.com/event-details/the-wannabeatles

The Great American Songbook Series: Brassville
2024-02-06 19:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Great American Songbook Series: Brassville – The Franklin Theatre
Brassville is a musical collective comprised of HBCU alumni, all with ties to TSU. Since being formed in 2019 and Brassville has performed on multiple stages including the Ryman Auditorium, 3rd and Lindsley, ExitIN and more. With collaborators such as Slim & Husky’s, the National Museum of African American Music and their Alma Mater Tennessee State University, they continue to serve as community ambassadors providing entertainment to the greater Nashville area.
Special guests:
Destin Miller –

Destin is a Grammy award winning saxophonist and woodwind doubler born and raised in Chicago but now resides in Nashville, TN. He is a graduate of Tennessee State University which earned him a bachelors in commercial saxophone performance. He is currently pursuing a masters in commercial saxophone performance at Belmont University. He has had the opportunity to collaborate and perform with Ski Beats, Kenny Lattimore, Dallas Austin, and Donald Lawrence just to name a few. Destin is a active member of the Nashville music scene and can be seen performing in various clubs, venues, and groups all across the city of the most notable being the Nashville African American Wind Symphony where he serves as the principal saxophonist

Ashley “FluteBae” Crawford
Born in Memphis, TN, Ashley Crawford began her flute journey at age 10. After studying at renowned HBCU, “Tennessee State University,” and the prestigious School of Music at “Belmont University,” she dedicated her life to sharing her gift and knowledge of flute to people of all ages. She became known as “Flutebae” from her 2017 viral sensation video of the #MaskOffChallenge. Ever since, she has fused the sounds of classical flute with the latest Hip-Hop, Pop, and R&B music that has helped propel flute into mainstream music and media. She embodies the element of flute through her sultry and robust playing. Her melodious tone sings effortlessly and is felt on a visceral level. There are no limits to her style, and her playing transcends all genres. She appears on the Grammy award-winning album, “Urban Hymnal,” and New Age Ambient album, “Kampan.” She also released her 1st single, “Dreamin’,” in 2023, featuring Grammy award-winning producer/composer Prof. Larry Jenkins.

Child's Anthem: The Music of Toto
2024-02-10 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Child’s Anthem: The Music of Toto – The Franklin Theatre
Child’s Anthem is a collection of some of Nashville’s finest studio and touring musicians, recreating the hits of Toto with extreme detail and energy. Lead singer Keith Landry actually toured with Toto during the Hydra tour in the 80’s. Recently reviewed as one of the nations “Top Tribute bands”, Child’s Anthem brings to life the entire range of Toto’s music from high energy rock songs, pop R&B, and sweeping ballads.

Redbird Common
2024-02-13 19:30 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Redbird Common is a writers-in-the-round Christian music series featuring artists and songwriters. They will share their songs and the stories behind them. Pre-show begins at 6pm on the patio, featuring an unsigned indie artist. Come early, grab dinner at the food truck and enjoy the pre-show. Doors to the main room open at 7pm and this event will begin promptly at 7:30pm. // Join us February 13th for a very special night in supporting our friends at The Laundry Stop. All ticket sales go to support this organization and the work they are doing with the unhoused in Nashville. Learn more about them here: thelaundrystop.org

The Stories Behind the Songs featuring Martina McBride, The Warren Brothers and Leslie Satcher
2024-02-21 19:00 - 21:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Stories Behind the Songs featuring Martina McBride, The Warren Brothers and Leslie Satcher – The Franklin Theatre

The 21st District Recovery Court is hosting their 2nd annual singer-songwriter night on Wed., Feb. 21, 2024, from 7 – 9 p.m. at The Franklin Theatre. The intimate musical experience features Grammy® nominee and multi-platinum artist Martina McBride alongside singer-songwriters The Warren Brothers and Leslie Satcher.
“I’m so very honored to be taking part in this showcase with my dear friends The Warren Brothers, Leslie Satcher and the hard-working people of the 21st District Recovery Court,” said McBride. “Addiction and substance abuse affects so many people, their families, and their friends. That’s why it’s critical that we support the 21st District Recover Court and their effort to help those suffering from alcohol and substance abuse.”
All proceeds from the event will go directly to Recovery Court to support its 21-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 fundraiser is one of the ways we are supporting the addiction and recovery community and we look forward to joining Martina and Leslie as we share the inspiration behind some of our songs, while also raising funds to support the current 26 Recovery Court participants as they work hard to regain their lives and become healthy.” Those who would like to support Recovery Court but cannot attend the event may make an online donation at 21stdc.org.
About Martina McBride
Grammy® nominee and multi-platinum artist Martina McBride has sold over 23 million albums, including 20 Top 10 singles and six #1 hits. She’s won major music awards such as four Female Vocalist of the Year awards from the Country Music Association and three Top Female Vocalist awards from the Academy of Country Music. Martina has earned numerous Gold, Platinum, and Multi-Platinum records. Recognized for her philanthropy, she received awards like the Covenant House Beacon of Hope Award and the 2015 Harry Chapin Memorial Humanitarian Award. Martina’s contributions to country music were honored with the ACM Cliffie Stone Icon Award. She is also the author of two cookbooks: “Around the Table” and “Martina’s Kitchen Mix: My Recipe Playlist for Real Life.” In 2021, her exhibit “The Power of Her Voice” opened at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, extended through August 2023.
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 Martina McBride 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 Leslie Satcher
Leslie Satcher, a respected Nashville singer-songwriter from Texas, moved to Nashville at 26, quickly gaining recognition for her songwriting talent. She spent nearly 15 years with Sony Music Publishing and also signed with Warner Brothers, releasing her debut album, “Love Letters.” She has written for artists across genres, including Willie Nelson, Ariana Grande, and George Strait, earning multiple BMI “Million-Air” awards. Leslie has released albums showcasing her Texas roots and Delta soul. Her project “2 Days In Muscle Shoals” earned GRAMMY recognition in 2018 and 2019. Recently nominated to the Nashville Songwriters’ Hall of Fame, Leslie is known for her captivating live performances, with a busy schedule of songwriting sessions and shows across the U.S., U.K., and Canada.
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.

The Franklin Theatre Songwriters Series: Jason Nix, Natalie Hemby, & Nathan Chapman
2024-02-22 19:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Jason Nix
Born in Music City and raised in south Mississippi, Nix moved back to Tennessee at the age of 18, rolled up his sleeves, and got to work.
Eventually sharing the stage with artists such as Vince Gill, Sugarland, Keb Mo, Ricky Skaggs, and Dave Stewart of the Eurythmics, his 17 years in Nashville have been spent learning. From lower Broadway to 15,000 seat arenas, he has also been seen behind artists like Canaan Smith and Chase Rice, playing guitar for both frontmen as their careers exploded. He wrote songs too, earning a publishing deal and landing cuts with Eli Young Band, Lainey Wilson, Vince Gill, Keb Mo, Darius Rucker, Natalie Hemby, Ariel Posen, Ashley Cooke, Jackson Dean, and Flatland Cavalry. Nix earned his first songwriter #1 as well as the 2021 ACM song of the year with Lainey Wilson’s, “Things A Man Oughta Know”.
Natalie Hemby
2 x Grammy Award-winner Natalie Hemby is revered as one of the music industry’s most notable songwriters creating hit after hit behind the scenes. Since signing her first publishing deal at 19, Nashville’s Natalie Hemby has become one of most successful and sought after songwriters in music, with countless hit songs recorded by artists such as Kacey Musgraves, Maren Morris, Sheryl Crow, Miranda Lambert, Lady Gaga, Yola, Dierks Bentley, Rag’n’Bone Man, Lady A, Kelly Clarkson, Little Big Town and Labrinth, to name a few.
She is also a member of the supergroup Highwoman composed of Marren Morris, Brandi Carlile and Amanda Shires.
Nathan Chapman
Three-time Grammy award winning producer and songwriter Nathan Chapman. Nashville Native. He is known primarily for working with singer songwriter Taylor Swift. He has written with John Mayer, Hillary Lindsey, Charles Kelley, Kylie Minogue, Sara Evans, Dave Haywood, Hillary Scott, Avicii, Michael Buble, Diplo, David Cook, Shay Mooney.

Stairway to Zeppelin: A Tribute (featuring the hits from "Mothership")
2024-02-23 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Stairway to Zeppelin: A Tribute (featuring the hits from “Mothership”) – The Franklin Theatre
Paul O’Connor founder of STZ flourished at Sound City as a studio guitarist, vocalist, writer & producer. Paul was called to do vocal session by Bob Crew, Jerry Corbetta, Bill Conti for the Karate Kid. Worked with Autograph and numerous European artists. Paul performed with Heart, REO, Japan’s ‘Madonna’ Maria Hamada, Pegasus, Johnny O’, The O’Connor Brothers. Film Artists Agency secured acting gigs in national ad campaigns for Miller Beer, Pepsi Co, & Gatorade with Peyton Manning and Serena Williams.
In 2011 David Grohl purchased Sound City’s Neve console and produced the documentary ‘Sound City’. Paul appeared twice in the film with studio manager Paula Salvatore (Now at Capitol Studio) along with Rick Springfield, Kevin Cronin, Paul McCartney, Stevie Nicks, Tom Petty…so many notable iconic artists.
Paul went on to sign publishing deals in Nashville– Paul has written songs for The Little River Band and has cuts numerous feature films the television—and appeared in videos The Brothers Osborne and David Phelps.
Hankering to rock again Paul started Stairway To Zeppelin–a to-the-note Led Zeppelin tribute playing all the hits as you hear in the original recordings with added live arrangements. “Absolutely the best Zeppelin since Led Zeppelin”—Zep fan. STZ’s show includes synced video show.
STZ’s is four nationally recognized musicians from LA to Nashville. Musician’s notable credits collectively include the who’s who in the music business. Garth Brooks, Heart, REO, The Tubes, Richard Marx, Quiet Riot, Fun, Little River Band, Rascal Flatts, Jewel, Kenny Chesney, Autograph, Wilco, Bob Crew(Jersey Boys)…that’s just scratching the surface.
Paul Scholten; Drummer—owner and producer at ASCAP award winning County Q Studios in Nashville.
Eric Swanson; Bass, Mando, Bkg Vocals—UCLA & Berkley School of Music grad continues to compose for Universal,Warner Bros, Mattel, The Voice, MTV, VHI, History Channel, A&E, HBO, Lucas Arts, Disney, Activision studios projects and Disney…Quiet Riot members, Beach Boys, Eagles.
STA Vocalists: Chris Pietrangelo; (current) London / Memphis phenom vocalist.
Stairway To Zeppelin is becoming the #1 rated Led Zeppelin in the country! Fans are raving that STZ is the best they’ve seen. Venue buyers are saying the same—“We are extremely discriminate. We’ve seen over 30 tribute acts, including the very high dollar acts we’ve had here…you guys are best tribute we’ve had!” Julie Reynolds—Palos Verdes Performing Arts Center. Palos Verdes CA. July 2023

Rising Stars present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka JR.
2024-02-24 14:00 - 2024-02-25 19:00 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
WCPR Children’s Theatre’s Rising Stars (grades 2nd – 8th grade) present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka JR. Featuring the enchanting songs from the 1971 film, in addition to a host of fun new songs, Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka JR. is a scrumdidilyumptious musical guaranteed to delight everyone’s sweet tooth. The musical follows enigmatic candy manufacturer Willy Wonka as he stages a contest by hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. Whomever comes up with these tickets will win a free tour of the Wonka factory, as well as a lifetime supply of candy. Four of the five winning children are insufferable brats, but the fifth is a likeable young lad named Charlie Bucket, who takes the tour in the company of his equally amiable grandfather. The children must learn to follow Mr. Wonka’s rules in the factory — or suffer the consequences.
Saturday, February 24th at 2pm
Saturday, February 24th at 7pm
Sunday, February 25th at 2pm
Sunday, February 25th at 7pm

Joseph O'Brien Live at Blackberry Meadows Farm
2024-02-24 19:30 - 21:30 | Blackberry Meadows Farm TN, 1725 Barker Road, Thompson's Station, TN, 37179, United States
Come enjoy an intimate family friendly evening with Gotee Records singer-songwriter Joseph O’Brien in concert at Blackberry Meadows Farm in Thompson’s Station, TN just outside Nashville. Joseph first gained prominence by appearing on Season 13 of the show “America’s Got Talent.”

Tennessee Songwriters Week Showcase
2024-02-24 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Tennessee Songwriters Week Showcase – The Franklin Theatre
Hear from future music stars at the Tennessee Songwriters Week Showcase at the historic Franklin Theatre!! This can’t-miss event takes place on Saturday, February 24th at 8 PM (CST) where Showcase winners will go on to compete at the Bluebird Cafe.
