Tag: Americanafest

As always Nashville made a strong showing at the GRAMMY awards last night, but one of the awards we were most excited about was Larkin Poe. The Nashville-based multi-instrumentalist sister duo of Rebecca and Megan Lovell – earned their first career GRAMMY with last year’s critically acclaimed sixth studio album, …

In the shadow of the majestic Red Rocks Amphitheater, nestled in the picturesque foothills outside of Denver, Colorado, a prodigious talent was born and raised and caught the attention of Nashville.com. Jobi Riccio, a singer-songwriter with a penchant for crafting lyrical tales that straddle the realms of tradition and experimentation, …

Today, Montana-based Americana up-and-comer Madeline Hawthorne shared her new single “Neon Wasteland.” “The songs on my new record are about made-up characters,” says Madeline “I developed each story from my own experiences as well as from the different people I’ve met on the road. Take from this song whatever you …

Today, Irish singer-songwriter Mick Flannery announced his signing to John Prine’s Oh Boy Records, making him the first international artist to join the label’s roster. Flannery also announced fall tour dates kicking off on September 21 at the annual Americanafest in Nashville, TN. Regarding the signing, Flannery stated: “I can …

The Nashville.com team had the pleasure of seeing The Heavy Heavy last night at the Basement East in East Nashville. The band of five, led by lifelong musicians Will Turner and Georgie Fuller is based in Brighton, UK, and they delivered an energetic performance to a packed house. The sound …

Nashville rock ‘n’ roller Will Hoge has shared the official music video for his single, “John Prine’s Cadillac,” (watch above). A celebratory nod to Hoge’s songwriting hero ringing out with power chords and cymbal crashes, “John Prine’s Cadillac” heralds the veteran singer-songwriter’s eagerly awaited 12th studio album, Wings On My …

Lilly Hiatt will return with Lately on October 15th via New West Records. The 10-song set was co-produced by Lilly and her drummer Kate Haldrup at Death Ladder in East Nashville, TN. In celebration of “Cassette Week,” the cassette version of the album will be released a week early on …

The 18th annual Americanafest has wrapped up another year. The secret is out that this is the most bang for your musical dollar around. Thousands of fans, artists and industry professionals from all over the world converged on Nashville to enjoy 230 + performances at over 40 venues as well …