It’s Alive: Next Big Nashville 2008 - September 10 - 14, 2008

Next Big Nashville is a celebration of the diverse music and musicians who call Nashville home. Now in its third year, Next Big Nashville has once again assembled a wide array of artist representing craftsmanship that does not necessarily tip its hat to the country strummers and crooners that this city has become known for.

Boasting daytime conferences, after-parties, and music, music, music, Next Big Nashville (NBN) is scheduled to present a Keynote address from Ben Folds.

In its first year, there were only 36 featured showcase acts. This year will feature over 250 artists playing in about 16+ venues around town. The performers range from singer/songwriters, R&B, Rock, Hip-Hop, Americana, Blues, and the hard to describe. Musicians scheduled to appear include those who are mostly unknown to well established artist and bands. This should be an interesting weekend.

Not all of the artist scheduled to play this year’s showcases are Nashville residents but have some tie to the city in the form of management, co-writing experiences, or label presence.

Tomorrow night includes what I consider a NBN kick off party at 12^th and Porter, a venue that is quickly becoming one of my favorites for live music in this city.

Scheduled to grace the 12^th and Porter stage are personal faves, Trent Dabbs, Katie Herzig, and Brooke Waggoner.

Next Big Nashville promises to stamp a big ole happy face tattoo upon my pitter-patting music geek heart.

Peace,

zss

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PS - Due to work commitments, I will not be able to attend the daytime conferences presented at this year’s Next Big Nashville Fest.