Formed in March of 2018, the boys of North to Nashville have quickly gained significant recognition throughout the Midwest and have achieved massive success throughout their hometown of Columbus, Ohio. Having opened for and shared stages with country music artists such as Luke Combs, Darius Rucker, Rascal Flatts, Lee Brice, Jake Owen, Cole Swindell, David Lee Murphy, Chris Young, Big and Rich, and many more, North to Nashville strives to deliver their audiences more than just a concert, but an energetic country music experience. Music and info at northtonashville.com.
Garth News:
Looks like Garth Brooks is on the way to seeing his name on a bar/ eatery in Nashville. He has announced the upcoming opening of a three-story, 40,000 square foot venue located at 411 Broadway that was previously occupied by Paradise Park. Garth is reportedly partnering with Strategic Hospitality on the new venture. With Garth’s wife Trisha Yearwood enjoying a ‘side gig’ with her Food Network TV show, Trisha’s Southern Kitchen, her involvement in the project is a possibility. The Garth honky-tonk, as yet un-named, will join other venues such as Blake Shelton’s Ole Red, Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Rooftop Bar, Dirks Bentley’s Whiskey Row, Luke Bryan’s 32 Bridge Food + Bar, Florida Georgia Line’s FGL House, Kid Rock’s Big A** Honky Tonk Rock n’ Roll Steakhouse and more. News about Garth, including stadium tour updates, at https://garthbrooks.com @ garthbrooks
Gibson News:
The Les Paul Foundation, whose mission includes honoring and sharing the life, spirit and legacy of Les Paul has launched “Les Paul Thru the Lens,” an exclusive traveling gallery of photos highlighting the life and career of Les Paul, the inventor, musician and icon.
The Les Paul Thru the Lens exhibit features twenty-four gallery matted and framed black and white photographs chronicling Les’ life from a small child to his later career. It includes rare personal family photos, Les behind-the-scenes, famous musicians and photos of the man with a larger-than-life sense of humor and an amazing curiosity for innovation. Guests of the exhibits can follow along while viewing each photograph on the web-initiated story lines for each rare image. From Les’ time inventing in his famous Hollywood garage studio to his popular Reality TV show and appearances with Mary Ford, the exhibit provides fans with the opportunity to see Les like never before. Stops on the tour include the NAMM Show, Anaheim, CA, June 3-5, 2022 and the Musicians’ Hall of Fame, Nashville, TN, July 1 – Sept 30, 2022. Updates at https://www.facebook.com/ OfficialLesPaul and @LesPaulOfficial
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Indie News:
Lauded by Rolling Stone as “a tough-girl with vocals that swell, yell and sometimes recall the gritty badassery of Amy Winehouse,” Meghan Linsey unleashes her powerful, blues-driven single, “If You Need Me Don’t,” available everywhere now.
American Songwriter exclusively premiered a first listen to the track, noting it “lands somewhere between an Americana-steeped singer-songwriter and full-bodied soul singer,” while People.com premiered the music video which “embodies female empowerment.” Gibson Guitars sponsored Linsey’s single release event on March 17 at their innovative new showroom in Nashville. During the release party, Gibson helped Linsey raise money for The Roots of Music non-profit organization in her hometown of New Orleans. A portion of the profits from her single will be donated to The Roots of Music, which helps underprivileged students have access to music education, academic support and mentorship. More about Meghan Linsey at http://www.meghanlinsey.com and Twitter and Instagram @meghanlinsey
Industry News:
Formed in Derby, England circa 2012 with a recent creative surge in Los Angeles, The Struts have signed to leading independent record label Big Machine Label Group, a subsidiary of HYBE America. The tongue-in-cheek swagger of singer Luke Spiller, guitarist Adam Slack, bassist Jed Elliott, and drummer Gethin Davies joins Big Machine Records wide-ranging roster — superstar Sheryl Crow, renegade poet Ray Wylie Hubbard, Metal slinger John 5, charttopping act Badflower, supercharged hit maker Ayron Jones and electrifying rockers Starcrawler. Influenced by a mix of Queen flair and Oasis audacity, their name was born from a rehearsal observation as Spiller innately strut around the room as they performed in their earliest days. Since, they have found themselves massively embraced by some of the greatest icons in Rock & Roll history, opening for Foo Fighters, The Rolling Stones, The Who and Guns N’ Roses, Mötley Crüe. Big Machine Label Group Chairman & CEO Scott Borchetta shares, “I’ve always loved this band’s sound and swagger and Luke is one of the best front men in Rock.” More at https://thestruts.com.
