The Music City Review

Based out of Memphis, Grammy-nominated Southern Avenue’s music is heavily influenced by the blues, and they have just come off the road with Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, and John Mellencamp. This performance will also feature renowned, award-winning Chicago blues guitaristRead More

October Highlight! World renowned saxophonist Mike Phillips visits the Winery’s Main Stage. Phillips is the only musician in the world to have toured with the “Big Three” of American soul and pop music: Michael Jackson, Prince, and Stevie Wonder. PrinceRead More

Grammy-winning guitarist Andy Reiss leads a stellar quintet of some of Nashville’s top musicians, including Dan Hitchcock (saxophone), Roland Barber (trombone), Chris Autry (bass), and Larry Aberman (drums). Reiss, a member of the Time Jumpers, is a prolific recording sessionRead More

R&B and Jazz singer Kandace Springs celebrates the release of her first album in three years, Run Your Race, released this year. The album is a tribute to her late father, the legendary Nashville soul singer Scat Springs. Springs’s previousRead More

Guitarist and vocalist Cliff Richmond’s band always features some of Nashville’s top talent, and presents a great blend of soulful, swinging, and funky jazz.

Arrington Vineyards features concerts of Jazz and Bluegrass every Saturday and Sunday. This performance features the Miles Damaso Group.

Arrington Vineyards features concerts of Jazz and Bluegrass every Saturday and Sunday. This performance features The Lilliston Effect.

Award-winning Nashville-based drummer and composer Sofia Goodman returns to the Rudy’s stage. Her music has been highly praised by publications like DownBeat magazine, as well as industry titans like Jeff Coffin. Her trio will feature Matthew Twaddle on piano andRead More

Another legendary appearance at the Winery this month, renowned trombonist and bandleader Fred Wesley appears with his longtime band the New JBs. Together for more than 30 years, the band is a powerhouse of roots and funk music. Early inRead More

Belmont School of Music's jazz small groups perform, presenting a mix of jazz and popular music, from big band swing to modern jazz fusion.

An incredibly eclectic and versatile musician, Ben Graves has performed music in genres from classical to jazz to hard rock, weaving all of this experience together into a unique style.

GRAMMY-winning saxophonist Dana Robbins pays tribute to the Soul Jazz sound of the late 60’s and early 70’s, celebrating artists such as Les McCann, Eddie Harris, Jimmy Smith, and more. Robbins has either recorded or performed with many artists, includingRead More

Modern jazz trumpeter Leif Shires will perform once this month at Sambuca. Shires, who has performed with many artists including Tom Jones, the Secret Sisters, Kelly Lang, and many others, now presents a traditional, straight-ahead jazz sound that is sureRead More

Degey is a Nashville-based guitarist originally from Paris, France. His family heritage also features Afro-Caribbean roots, and together with his longtime interest and study of Brazilian culture, these influences create a rather unique musical blend. His trio features Wes LittleRead More

Arrington Vineyards features concerts of Jazz and Bluegrass every Saturday and Sunday. This performance features the Reed Pittman Band.

Chicago native and jazz saxophone great André Ward stops by the Winery for a brunch-time show. Ward has been touring and recording for more than 30 years with industry greats like Lalah Hathaway, Will Downing, and Freddie Jackson.  

An incredibly eclectic and versatile musician, Ben Graves has performed music in genres from classical to jazz to hard rock, weaving all of this experience together into a unique style.  

Philadelphia-based R&B/jazz/soul singer Bilal stops at the Winery on his current North American tour. Known for his intense live performances, Bilal’s music spans a wide array of genres. His extensive list of collaborations includes Kendric Lamar, Common, Beyoncé, Kimbra, RobertRead More

    For three years, Steve Roper was the band leader and music director for the Steven Roper and the B.B. King Allstars band at the B.B. King Club here in Music City. His primary genres are jazz and blues,Read More

Nashville native Bizz Bigsby shares his very personal music which tells the story of his life, influenced by everyone from Bill Withers to George Jones to James Taylor.

  Though her music stands out as a blend of soul and country, singer Amanda Raye has been noted for her jazz influences.

  Another Ladies of Jazz show at Rudy’s, featuring an excellent lineup of Nashville women, including Wendy Burns, jazz flutist and vocalist, Tabitha Meeks, pianist and singer/songwriter, and Annabella Gelmetti, guitarist, singer/songwriter, and producer.

Arrington Vineyards features concerts of Jazz and Bluegrass every Saturday and Sunday. This performance features The Lilliston Effect.

Arrington Vineyards features concerts of Jazz and Bluegrass every Saturday and Sunday. This performance features The Miles Damaso Group.

This band has been described as “the best live band in Nashville,” creating an upbeat atmosphere that keeps audiences on their feet.

October Highlight! Though a local band, I wanted to shout out this group because they are one of my personal favorite emerging acts in town. Consisting of top-of-the-line musicians, this group offers a level of live performance that stands out,Read More

October Highlight! Iconic funk and fusion band Tower of Power celebrates the 56th anniversary of the group with a special symphonic performance of some of their biggest hits, including “What Is Hip?,” “Clever Girl,” “This Time It’s Real,” and manyRead More

Featuring some of the premier improvising musicians in the award-winning Jazz Studies department at Vanderbilt University, the Blue Note and Verve Combos perform under the direction of jazz greats and Professors Ryan Middagh, Jeff Coffin, and Rob Linton.

October Highlight! A psychedelic jazz fusion group from Melbourne, Australia stops by the intimate Basement East for what is sure to be a great performance.

Nashville native Thea Danos specializes in jazz and Brazilian bossa nova, a style she is intimately familiar with as she has spent extensive time in Brazil performing and perfecting her Portuguese singing. Danos likely will be the closest one canRead More

October Highlight! American jam band Goose comes to Ascend Amphitheater. Emerging in 2016 and steadily increasing their devoted following since, Goose is known for their musical exploration and phenomenal performances.

Nashville-based trumpeter flugelhornist Andrew Carney performs with his quartet. Carney has had a prolific recording and performing career, having performed with artists from Pink to Aretha Franklin to Ariana Grande, and recorded on commercials for Google, Nutra Systems, among others.

October Highlight! Nashville native and former Allman Brothers guitarist Jack Pearson comes to 3rd and Lindsley for an evening of phenomenal music that ranges from blues to rock to jazz.

Arrington Vineyards features concerts of Jazz and Bluegrass every Saturday and Sunday. This performance features Andrew Carney and the Essentials.

Prominent Nashville pianist Jody Nardone brings his trio to Rudy’s for a classic jazz set. With a growing national reputation, Nardone seamlessly shifts from the “whispered beauty of Bill Evans to the percussive flights of McCoy Tyner.” (Michael McCall, NashvilleRead More

Arrington Vineyards features concerts of Jazz and Bluegrass every Saturday and Sunday. This performance features the Reed Pittman Band.

This band has been described as “the best live band in Nashville,” creating an upbeat atmosphere that keeps audiences on their feet.

Powerhouse Australian vocalist Christine Parri returns to the Rudy’s stage. Her voice has been praised as invoking Artha Franklin, Etta James, Amy Winehouse, and other iconic women vocalists. Her past Rudy’s appearances have brought in sold-out crowds, and she continuesRead More

Parri is an Australian jazz vocalist known for her powerful performances.  

Viktor Krauss is a bassist that has called Nashville home since 1992, and has over 600 credits to his name as either bassist, composer, or producer.

Jon Hamar is a jazz bassist based in Knoxville, where he teaches at the University of Tennessee. Known for his versatility, Hamar boasts an extensive performance history, including performances with Ernestine Anderson, the Jeff Hamilton Trio, and the Clayton HamiltonRead More