Jul 24, 2008

Wednesday, July 23

Enjoy the summer night with live music at Belcourt Theatre’s“Backyard at the Belcourt.” Gates open at 6 p.m. for the performance of Will Hoge with Ricky Young. The show starts between 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. rain or shine.Tickets are $10 and nonrefundable.

Friday, July 25

Grab your dancing shoes and head to Centennial Park for a night with Tango Nashville. Plan to arrive at 8 p.m. for a tango essentials class. The social dancing begins at 8:30 p.m. The event is FREE.

Saturday, July 26

For a nice dinner and live jazz, plan to spend the evening with Pat Coil at F. Scott’s. Coil is renowned for his talents in jazz, pop,R&B, gospel and country. He has toured with some of the biggest names in the industry and is now taking the stage at F. Scott’s. The performance starts at 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, July 29

Summer romance meets art at the exhibit of Roseanne Awbrey.Inspired by nature, dreams and music, the works are presented in various media including oil and pastels. This FREE exhibit can be found at the Nashville Public Library until July 31.

Thursday, July 31

Get a taste of Nashville’s own King Billy at 12thand Porter. You can listen to the band’s blend of country, rock and bluegrass for FREE since there is no cover charge.

Saturday, August 2

Everyone needs a little more of Journey. You can re-live greatest hits like “Don’t stop believin’” and “Lights” with the tribute band Chain Reaction. The musical journey starts at 9 p.m. at Exit/In. Tickets are$10.

Thursday, August 7

For a little comic relief, Zanie’s Comedy Night Club is justthe ticket. Margaret Cho will be sharing her humorous perspective on beauty asa part of her new “Beautiful” tour. Tickets are $35 and available for shows at7 p.m. and 9 p.m.

Friday, August 8

Looking for blend of rock-n-roll and country? You can findit in the photography exhibit of Nancy Lee Andrews at the Tennessee StateMuseum. The collection spans decades of pop culture, starting in the 1970s.Admission is FREE and open between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Saturday, August 9

Hit the high seas with Sinbad in the “7th Voyage of Sinbad.” The film will be shown outdoors, under the summer sky in the Belcourt Theatre parking lot. Bring a blanket and enjoy this FREE movie beginning at sunset.



The summer may soon be over, but you still have time to read a good book or two. Here are some of Amazon’s top summer choices  for you to enjoy at the beach, lake or in your backyard.

The Last Patriot: A Thriller by Brad Thor

The Beach House by Jane Green

Fearless Fourteen (Stephanie Plum, No. 14) by Janet Evanovich

Sail by James Patterson & Howard Roughan

Chasing Harry Winston: A Novel by Lauren Weisberger

Tribute by Nora Roberts

Odd Hours by Dean Koontz

The Whole Truth by David Baldacci

The Front by Patricia Cornwell

Certain Girls: A Novel by Jennifer Weiner

RITES OF SPRING: All access presented by Versus

It was the best of times, it was the worst of times. Although there were problems with flaky artists, paranoid security and long lines, the weekend saw some amazing performances. Colbie may have been disappointing, but Lord T and Eloise rocked the stage in a fashion that can only be described as “old school.” The charming Feist lit up the stage with her snappy brand of pop rock before the lackluster “frat party” performance by Lil Jon. Read on to find out what we thought about Old Crow Medicine Show, Randy Rogers Band and the rest of Rites of Spring.

SLIDESHOW: The 2008 CMT Music Awards

Check out photos from  the CMT Music Awards in this video slideshow. To begin the slideshow, click the image below. 


CULTURE: Who are you wearing? (Editor's Edition)

Reanne Zheng

CULTURE: "Snow Angels" lacks substance

Ben Grimwood

CULTURE: History Repeats Itself: 3 Trends to Look Out For

Lauren Richman

CULTURE: Student Film Festival promises fine film and discussion

It may not be Cannes or Tribeca, but the Vanderbilt Student Film Festival features some impressive work f

CULTURE: Showing off some ankles

Parnelli Accavitti

CULTURE: So you got kisslammed, now what?

Amy Johnston

CULTURE: Student art show not to be missed

How would you spend $10,000? What about $25,000? That's the question that two talented artists have to answer after last Friday night's Hamblet awards.







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