The Nashville Film Festival turns 50 this year, under a new executive director making his film world debut. Jason Padgitt was a music industry veteran…
Rhiannon Giddens Believes Ken Burns Documentary May Shift Perceptions Of Country Music’s Origins
Documentary filmmaker Ken Burns’ 16-hour examination of country is airing this week on PBS, and one artist featured in the series hopes it will help…
Frist Museum Lends Its Indoor Walls To North Nashville’s Muralists
Listen Along with the population surge in Nashville, there’s been unprecedented growth in public art. If you’ve been to the Gulch lately, you’ve probably seen the line wrapping around the block to take a picture with “the angel wings” — the WhatLiftsYou mural by Kelsey Montague.
Why ‘Old Town Road’ Has Been A Megahit, According To Billboard’s Chart Director
“Old Town Road” is still riding the top spot of the Billboard Hot 100. Lil Nas X’s breakout country rap hit broke the previous 16-week record held by…
How Did Music City Roots End Up In Madison?
The long-running live series “Music City Roots” has been without a home for nearly two years, but a new project promises to both revive the show and…
Nashville State Community College Jazz Ensemble Gets National Nod
Nashville State Community College started its jazz ensemble program eight years ago, and already it’s gaining national recognition. Though far from the…
OZ Arts Cuts Prices, Adds Artists And Performances For New Season
Listen OZ Arts Nashville has announced its new season lineup. It features more artists and performances — and lower ticket prices. New artistic director Mark Murphy, who stepped into the role this spring, says that’s one of a few ways the contemporary performing arts center is looking to build bigger audiences.
Nashville Discovers It Underfunded Its Public Art Program
Listen A recent Metro audit has discovered that Nashville has been underfunding its public art program. To make up for it, Metro Arts will soon receive a back payment that can be put toward new sculptures and other large-scale installations.
A Haven For Antique Lovers Succumbs To Development In Downtown Nashville
Listen The owner of Nashville’s Downtown Antique Mall knew this day was coming. The century-old warehouse full of quirky antiques is closing Friday after operating for three decades. The mall’s vendors say the reasons for the closure are indicative of the threat to small businesses downtown.
Belmont Project Aims To Teach The Full Story Of Country Music — From Church Roots To Feminism
Listen Belmont University and PBS are teaming up to teach students the story of Nashville’s most famous industry, with a new curriculum to go along with an upcoming eight-part documentary on country music. Developers say the lessons include some surprising subjects.
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