On June Carter Cash’s birthday, family members from both the Carter and Cash family plus the mayor of Nashville, Karl Dean, gathered at the beautiful Johnny Cash Museum in downtown Nashville to celebrate the unveiling of the June Carter Cash Wildwood Flower Garden created in June’s memory. Continue Reading →
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Go West Creative Launch Party
Imagine entering into a beautifully-decorated room in one of the trendiest areas in Nashville where upon entrance a model with a hooped dress serves champagne FROM her dress? An artist painted the scene as the party unfolded. Several musicians performed that night as part of the entertainment. Spoken cinema is something that Go West Creative shared with us that they are known for. There were fresh whole lobsters, jumbo shrimp, crab, sashimi, gourmet marshmallows on sticks, caramel and bacon popcorn…the list goes on. My description can’t hardly do it all justice. Let’s just say I was incredibly-impressed. Continue Reading →
[Video] LOCASH Share Their Signature Wine
It’s always a good time when Preston Brust and Chris Lucas of LOCASH are around! The country music duo let FOCUS on the 615 taste test their new signature wine Shipwrecked, and we must admit… it’s GOOD! Be sure to watch our full interview for some epic bloopers!
The guys have been touring nonstop, and fans are responding well to their new tunes! Speaking of, congratulations are in order because LOCASH just hit #1 for the first time on SiriusXM The Highway’s Hot 45 Weekend Countdown with their latest single “I Love This Life.” Cheers to that, y’all!
Soul Of Nashville | Ryman Auditorium
Imagine having the opportunity to sit on the historic stage of the Ryman Auditorium at a press conference of the official unveiling of the $14 million expansion and introduction to the daytime tour attraction entitled “Soul of Nashville” within the new 100 seat theater created specifically for it? To be honest, I got goosebumps just sitting there taking it all in as I looked out at empty seats in the auditorium wondering what it must be like for any artist performing there and in awe of who has stood upon that stage over the last 125 years of its existence. After the press conference, I was led into the new theater to enjoy “Soul of Nashville”. Continue Reading →
Big Machine & VEVO DSCVR Nashville Event
I had the opportunity to attend several fun events during CMA Music Festival this year, but the highlight of the week for me was getting to attend the Big Machine & VEVO DSCVR Nashville event at Events on 3rd!
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First CMA Fest Media Experience
The last time I rose with the sun was for a deep-sea fishing trip when I lived in Florida. Now, three weeks into my new Nashville life, I was up at 5:30 a.m. twice in one week to live the dream of covering CMA Fest. With a media pass around my neck, I ventured into the chaos of downtown Nashville and surrounded myself with artists, fans and four days of country music.
[VIDEO] American Idol’s Clark Beckham Heads Back Home For Parade And Homecoming Concert!
Photo credit: Fox
FOCUS was there and we couldn’t have been more excited when “American Idol” top 4 contestant Clark Beckham headed home last week to his hometown of White House, TN (just 30 minutes outside of Nashville) to perform a show, be in a parade in his honor, and given the key to the city of White House. Continue Reading →
Frontstretch Fest Happening Today!
A huge Southern celebration of quality bourbon, craft beer and horse racing, Frontstretch Fest—the world’s largest Derby viewing party—will feature a stellar lineup of food, drink, and music as it prepares to bring the excitement of the most famous horse race to the Nashville Farmers’ Market on Saturday, May 2 from 1-6 p.m.
[Video] Ladies Range Day | A Special NRA Country Event For The Ladies Of Country Music
Photo credit: Patrice Majors
FOCUS on the 615 recently spent time at a very special event sponsored by NRA Country and Remington Arms called Ladies Range Day aka “High Heels & Caliber” at the Nashville Armory. This was the first event event we know of its kind and was organized by Morgan Mills.
Skyville Live: A Welcome Addition To The Music Scene In Nashville
Have you heard of Skyville Live? If you haven’t, do yourself a favor and get acquainted with this wonderful music series. We have been very lucky to have been able to attend the first 2 shows.
