Rants and Raves
August 30
Arpetrio with This Is ART and Quiet Entertainer
8 p.m., Main Street Live!
527 West Main St.
Admission: $8
Ages 18+
Nashville-based band Arpetrio is currently on tour and making a pit stop in Murfreesboro. This electronica, psychedelic group has captured the attention of many since performing at festivals like Rootwire, Dexfest and more. Accompanying Arpetrio is This Is ART and Quiet Entertainer. The sounds of This Is ART are a catchy and unique style of music that has allowed him to perform with major groups like Pretty Lights and Big Gigantic. Quiet Entertainer, aka Greg Freeman, will get you to put on your dancing shoes with his musical fusion of hip-hop, ambient and electronica. If you want to dance to your heart’s content and get out all your stress from the first week of classes, then check out this event in downtown Murfreesboro.
Jessica Kryza
Nashville Interactive Body Paint Festival with musical guest BREE
6:30 p.m., 12th & Porter
114 12th Avenue N., Nashville
Admission: $10
Ages 21+
If you have never heard of this popular Nashville event, then you might be missing out on a wild and freaky time experiencing extraordinary visual and sensory art. You will be transported to a fantasyland with magical creations made by renowned Nashville body-painting artist Michelle Thornhill, as well as fantasy hair sculptor Aria Darling.This isn’t one of those nights where you can look but not touch. Participating in the crazy, colorful fun is an essential part of the night. All kinds of performers will be at there including skillful hula-hoop performer, Iggy. The music will be provided by rock ‘n’ roll artist, BREE. It’s also Thornhill’s birthday, so there is no telling how much more fun this event could get. This is a night you have to see to believe.
Jessica Kryza
August 30 and 31
Screen Door Records 2 Night Takeover
9 p.m., The End
2219 Elliston Place, Nashville
Admission: $5
Ages 18+
Head to Nashville and find a friend with an extra couch to crash on for this two-night event at The End. The line-ups comprise Nashville and Murfreesboro bands that all have a little something to offer. Thursday and Megajoos will take the stage along with The Subnovas, The Dead Towns and Bows and Arrows. Friday, you will see Norene, Secret Shopper, an encore performance by The Dead Towns, Self Help, Echo Group and The Joy of Painting. You may have seen some of these bands, especially the Murfreesboro natives, at a house show or two. If you biked to a house show and became a fan of theirs in a crowded living room where there was always that one guy who tried to start an unnecessary mosh pit, you should go see them perform in Nashville. If you love to dance, have tons of fun and support local music, then don’t miss out on this event.
Jessica Kryza
August 31
Beatles Tribute with John Salaway and Friends
8 p.m., 3 Brothers Deli & Brewhouse
223 West Main St.
Admission: $5
Take a fun, psychedelic trip down memory lane and see Beatles Tribute with John Salaway and Friends at 3 Brothers on Saturday. Salaway is an alumnus of MTSU who studied music business. He has performed with great musicians like Peter Frampton, Ben Folds, Kenny Olsen and many more. This drummer and guitarist, accompanied by a few of his musical friends, has the skills to put you in a chill state of mind while enjoying a tribute to one of the most celebrated bands in music history.
Jessica Kryza
Hannibal Buress
Zanies Comedy Night Club
7:30 and 9:45 p.m.
2025 8th Ave. S., Nashville
Admission: $18
Ages 18+
If you want to laugh till you cry on Friday night, then go see funny man Hannibal Buress. Buress has made his mark in the comedy world, appearing on the “Late Show with David Letterman,” “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon” and numerous other late night television shows. He has also made appearances on FX’s “Louie,” NBC’s “30 Rock” and has his own stand-up special on Comedy Central. Buress will appear on the upcoming Adult Swim series “The Eric Andre Show” and “The Nick Show Kroll.” He has also proven himself in the comedy scene by previously contributing to the comedy routines seen in “30 Rock” and “Saturday Night Live.” If you are not able to make his show on Friday, don’t worry. He is also performing Saturday night as well at 7 and 9 p.m.
Jessica Kryza
Great Barrier Reefs w/ Smooth Dialects
9 p.m., Wall Street
121 North Maple St.
Admission: $5
Ages 21+
The headliner of this show is a band in the genre of jazz-funk fusion, quite possibly the best of all musical fusions. Great Barrier Reefs is a local band that has been on the road touring and released a new album on August 28 titled Live in Middle Tennessee, which is a collection of live recordings from venues—you guessed it—in Middle Tennessee. GBR will be on stage after Smooth Dialects, a funk-reggae-soul band that will definitely make you want to wiggle a little and throw peace signs in the air.
Jessica Kryza
September 1
TRON
Midnight, The Belcourt Theatre
2102 Belcourt Avenue, Nashville
Admission: $7.25
Most know of “TRON” from the 2010 sequel starring Brad Pitt’s hunky cousin in “Troy.” The 1982 Disney film, “TRON,” was one of the earliest feature films to embody the 1980’s video game craze. A younger Jeff Bridges (“The Big Lebowski,” “True Grit”) stars in the film as computer programmer Kevin Flynn, who becomes part of his own game that he’s programming. Flynn is then forced to participate in gladiatorial games in a 3-D graphical world of computers. The only way for him to escape is with the help of a heroic security program. Also starring in the film is Bruce Boxleitner, David Warner and Cindy Morgan.
Jessica Kryza
Y2K Nashville featuring Coach, Hands Off Sam and more
10:30 p.m., High Watt stage at Mercy Lounge
One Cannery Row, Nashville
Admission: FREE
Ages 18+
Throw together your favorite going out ensemble, slip into your dancing shoes and get ready to shake it all out. Start your school year off by feeling good vibrations and feeding off the energy of a sweaty crowd. DJ Coach is heading up this one, and his beats paired with a drink in your hand will have you feeling free in no time. Various DJs will be taking the stage all night, ensuring maximum music and a night to remember. So head to Nashville and dance til you drop, recover at the bar, repeat.
Becca Andrews
Carrie Underwood, Oak Ridge Boys, Mandy Barnett, Bill Anderson, John Conlee, Little Jimmy Dickens and more
7 p.m., Grand Ole Opry House
2804 Opryland Drive, NashvilleAdmission: $34+
If you are a die-hard country fan who just received some scholarship and/or loan money, then eat your heart out, folks. Country music’s sweetheart Carrie Underwood is performing in Music City, as well as the good ole Oak Ridge Boys, Little Jimmy Dickens and more. It’s a lively line-up that any country fan can enjoy with performances from superstars, legends and newbies in country music. No matter how young or old, you can enjoy this knee-slappin’ hoedown.
Jessica Kryza
September 2
Creative Mic Night w/ Anthony Adams
8 p.m., 3 Brothers Deli & Brewhouse
223 West Main St.
Admission: FREE
Creative Mic Night welcomes singers, poets, rappers, storytellers, songwriters, etc. If you possess a skill that you are eager to show off, this may be the answer to your prayers. This occurring event is on Sunday nights and is hosted by Anthony Adams, a musician who has played all around Nashville. You can also go to this event as a spectator while supporting a friend, or just to see some local talent. Regardless, 3 Brothers is the place to be to experience local talent.
Jessica Kryza
Fortune Feimster
7 and 9 p.m., Zanies Comedy Night Club
2025 8th Ave. S., Nashville
Admission: $20
Ages 18+
A full-time writer and performer on E!’s “Chelsea Lately” show, Fortune Feimster, will be in Nashville Sunday. The audience will probably be made up of 90 percent females to 10 percent males because she is known for her appearances on “Chelsea Lately,” but that doesn’t mean that it wouldn’t be fun to attend. Gentlemen, if your spouse wants to go, just suck it up and take her; you might have a laugh or two. Feimster made her national television debut last year on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing,” and she should be pretty funny considering she was a semi-finalist. Go have a date night with your honey before the stress of the school starts to kick in.
Jessica Kryza
2 Comments
AWESOME ARTICLE
GREAT JOB , JESS !!