Songwriter extraordinaire, David Olney, has worn a lot of hats since he arrived in the Music City over four decades ago. In addition to recording over 20 albums, his songs have been covered by Emmylou Harris, Linda Ronstadt, Del McCoury, Tim O’Brien, Steve Young and many others. In recent years, he’s become an Internet celeb with his weekly YouTube streamcast, You Never Know. And... Read More
There’s a chance to bulk up high school enrollment this Saturday, April 1, as Communities In Schools of Tennessee (CISTN) hosts the “Nashville Push Up Challenge” at Vanderbilt University’s Student Life Center. The event invites adults and students to compete in push up competitions to raise money and awareness to fight the epidemic of high school dropouts. According... Read More
Toasting 10 years on the East Side, Kustom Thrills Tattoo will throw a free party this Sunday at its studio, 1000 Main Street, from 5-11 p.m. rain or shine. The event, “Rock N Rods!” will host performances by German speed rockers V8 Wankers, Nashville-based rockabilly band Hillbilly Casino, and surf musicians Kenny Taylor and the Tikiongas. Local car clubs will bring souped-up hotrods and... Read More
Starting this week with a little farewell: I’ve been helming this East Nashville News column for almost four years now, but this’ll be my final one. After today, your weekly news will be in the capable hands of calendar editor Emma Alford; find her contact info here. It’s been more than challenging trying to keep up with our neighborhood’s... Read More
Some fun new businesses and a returning music series this week, plus lots more. On to the latest East Nashville News: New shop Dirty Livin’ hosts a grand opening The latest addition to the Shops at Porter East (Porter and Eastland): Dirty Livin’, a local fashion stop that’ll host its official grand opening party... Read More
This week we’re talking cocktails, empowering girls, local music, a darkroom in need of a room and lots more. On to the latest East Nashville News: Music City Spirits & Cocktail Festival returns The fellow cocktail aficionados out there will share our excitement about the 2017 return of the Music City Spirits & Cocktail... Read More
East Nashville’s finest will gather at The 5 Spot this Friday, March 10, to wish local kick-boxing guru and life coach Richie Lee well as he recovers from spinal reconstruction surgery. Lee’s unrelenting positivity, dedication to East Nashville’s Karisma Fitness, and signature mohawk have made him an irreplaceable icon to many in the neighborhood. The event, “Rebel... Read More
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