Disappointed, but not surprised. That’s how some musicians are reacting to Morgan Wallen’s appearance on one of Nashville’s most revered stages. Wallen was caught using a racial slur last year and later apologized.
21 stories that brought us joy in 2021, from the WPLN newsroom
In 2021, the WPLN newsroom investigated systemic wrongdoing and responded with care to the biggest local news events. But what follows is a list of the stories that uplifted us. We hope they’ll do the same for you.
Nashville’s new Black symphony is powered by a love of classical music, and hopes to make it more representative
The new Nashville African American Wind Symphony is made up of 52 Black classical musicians. Some are doctors. Others are lawyers, educators, engineers and politicians. Many studied music in college but set down their instruments years ago.
An East Nashville record shop is the latest example of a small business trying to gain ownership in a rapidly growing city
The owners of The Groove say they need to raise nearly $500,000 by January to remain in place.
Music Venue Owners Share Their Gratitude And Their Worries With SBA Leader
The leader of the U.S. Small Business Administration visited Nashville on Monday to speak with businesses that are still feeling the impact of the pandemic. The visit is part of a national tour by SBA Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman.
Nashville Music Venues Say Latest Relief Money May Only Buy Them A Few Months
Nashville’s music venues are still suffering monetary losses because of the pandemic. But now some of them are eligible to get an extra boost from the U.S. Small Business Administration.
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