For most people, the answer is "no." While the Christmas Day explosion on 2nd Avenue N. affected a number of restaurants, bars and other local attractions, they represent a comparatively small percent of why you're probably coming to Nashville. A few other businesses in the near vicinity have also closed temporarily due to the Nashville... Continue Reading →
Visiting Nashville Amid COVID-19 Recovery
UPDATED 1/2/21 The bomb blast on Christmas Day has closed 2nd Avenue, North but other businesses are operating as usual under COVID-19 guidelines. Read on for current information. COVID RESTRICTIONS Face masks are mandated in public but can be removed when eating or drinking. Non-compliance could result in a $50 fine. Social distancing practices are... Continue Reading →
Guide to Nashville Online Shows: Radio, Podcasts and Films
Amp up your excitement for Nashville with these online shows, podcasts and a documentary sure to whet your appetite for a visit. Unless otherwise noted, they're free. With Coronavirus-19 shutting down so many Nashville venues, I thought you might enjoy these online shows as options. Some have archives; others are temporarily shuttered. A growing number... Continue Reading →
Rescheduled Spring 2020 Events in Nashville
While many Spring 2020 events in Nashville were cancelled, some have been rescheduled for later in the year. You'll find those new dates below. Look here to learn how Nashville is rebounding from COVID-19. Chihuly at Cheekwood Cheekwood's gardens and outdoor installations are open. Ten years ago, Nashville went nuts over Dan Chihuly's mesmerizing glass installations... Continue Reading →
Hidden Treasures of Live Music
With dozens of honky tonks on or near Lower Broadway, you might think these are your only options for live music in Nashville. Not true. Friends helped me curate this list of hidden treasures that won't be found on most "visit Nashville" websites. Mouse over the headers to find links to the websites. Although these... Continue Reading →
All About Dogs and Cats in Nashville: Emergency Care, Pet-friendly Hotels & Restaurants, Dog Parks and More
You're visiting Nashville with your cat or dog. Or you're trying to get a handle on all the pet resources Nashville offers. Here's one page covering lots about pet-centric topics. Emergency Pet Care Let's deal with crisis situations first. What if your pet gets really sick after hours? Although the headline at the top mentions... Continue Reading →
Looking for an Alternative to Country Music?
Often asked, "Is there anything in Nashville beside country music?" Absolutely, just pick your alternative: rock, pop, EDM, Americana, metal and more. They just don't get as much publicity. Most venues survive by booking a variety of acts. Organized by location, here are some of the venues that have strong cred, are high profile or... Continue Reading →
Spectator Sports for All Kinds of Fans
You probably know of the Titans, Predators and Sounds but Nashville has a wide range of spectator sports that covet your attention. A few listed below might even surprise you. Nashville Predators Yes, it's currently king of among Nashville spectator sports but which is more fun to watch: the team on the ice and the... Continue Reading →
The Bluebird and Beyond: Where to Hear Great Songwriters
There's no Nashville experience more authentic that hearing songwriters perform in listening rooms. No frills. No drum solos. No pyro. Just pure poetry set to music. They're a draw for both locals and visitors, especially in-the-round performances featuring three or more songwriters swapping songs and stories. I asked artist/songwriter-on-the-rise Lockwood Barr to make a list of... Continue Reading →
Your Guide to Off-Broadway Honky Tonks
UPDATED 1/14/21: * The Christmas Day bombing affected 41 businesses on 2nd Ave., N. including several popular bars/restaurants. Several nearest Broadway have already reopened. * The honky tonks on Broadway are open and unaffected by the blast. * Here's a round-up of detailed Nashville COVID-19 restrictions. Note: last call is at 10pm. No one seated... Continue Reading →