The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 11/8 – 2 Bands from UT Appalachian Strings
2025-11-08 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
About UT Appalachian Strings
UT musicology faculty and local Knoxville musician, Sean McCollough, created the first-ever UT Appalachian string-band ensemble in the spring semester of 2022. By spring of 2023, one student band had grown into two. The two current bands play mostly bluegrass – though one of them includes some modern Americana songs in their repertory. Sean’s hope is that there may be enough interest in the future to also have an old-time band, an Americana band and perhaps even a country band. If you are a UT student and are interested in joining one of the bands, email Sean at sean@utk.edu.

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 11/10 – Michael Delisle / Pete Erlandsen
2025-11-10 12:00 - 13:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
My music has roots in blues, old folk, outlaw country, and acoustic adaptations of 60s and early 70s tunes (I’m a genuine old fart, turned 75 a while back), as well as several dozen tunes I wrote myself.
I began performing in my teens and played regularly through the 60s, 70s, 80s, and early 90s, starting up in the midwest with bands like Appaloosa, Pythea’s Tribe, Briarwood Thyme, and the Smokin’ Grays, and working as a solo artist, too.​
Upon moving to Tennessee in 1982 I put together a great blues and southern rock band, the Michael Brothers Band, with Knoxville lead guitar stalwart Michael Jordan. We rocked it till the early 90s, and after stints with Mojo and The Works, I kinda retired when son Jesse was born, and didn’t pick it back up till about 2014. But as soon as I started back, I started playing every day, actually more than when I played out so much.​
You’d think that somebody who’d been playing almost 60 years oughta be damn good by now, but I’m living proof that’s not always true. I consider myself fair to middling: I can hold a decent rhythm, know quite a few chord voicings, can forge my way through leads and fills, and play most of the parts on my recordings.
I’ve done hundreds of open mic performances over the past several years, along with dozens of gigs and house concerts. Jesse comes out to most of the shows and has almost as much fun as I do. Bottom line? I’m loving it all and intend to keep at it as long as I’m able.

Pete Erlandsen will also join us this day.

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 11/11 – Rodney Lee and Cory Kimbro
2025-11-11 12:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
East Tennessee’s Own Rodney Lee and Cory Kimbro will join us this day!

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 11/12 – Stephen Simmons
2025-11-12 12:00 - 13:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
In the years since his first album, 2004’s Last Call, Nashville singer-songwriter Stephen Simmons has wandered the wide landscape of American roots music, from contemplative country and finger-picked folk to rugged and ragged blues-rock.
On his 12th album, Hunch, released October 24, 2025, he hints at the thread that ties 20 years of ideas together.
“It makes me feel better when I tap into the truth” he sings in the closing track on Hunch, “Someone Like You,” a ballad brimming with Rhodes chimes and gentle longing.
Tapping into the truth doesn’t only mean one thing, and the 10 tracks on Hunch show the breadth of what it means to mine what feels real, from connection and disconnection to wonder, sorrow, reflection and confusion.
“It’s not therapy, but it’s therapeutic,” Simmons says. “People talk about when you first start writing, sometimes it’s almost like clearing your throat. You’re not really at the thing yet, and sometimes you write for a while before you get in some kind of flow. And then something starts coming together. And when you feel it, you know it’s true — and you didn’t know yet how you were gonna say it ’til it comes out. It’s gratifying.”
Hunch’s predecessor, 2020’s Family Album, explored the truth of where Simmons comes from in deep detail, with 18 songs about family and hidden history captured inside his grandmother’s empty house in Woodbury, Tennessee.
Released amid the pandemic, it originated and unintentionally stayed close to home, as Simmons and so many of his contemporaries got stuck introducing and supporting new music virtually, smartphone sets streaming from living room to living room.
Hunch is the post-pandemic door flung wide open, carrying Simmons back to the road and miles away from Tennessee. He’s in a Dresden sushi bar, wondering how and why love sparks. He’s in a rented car in Amsterdam, tracing what takes us toward wrong turns. He’s gazing at the moon.
But wherever Hunch travels, the narratives always seem to pull Simmons back home.
Mid-tempo country cut “Grandpa’s Jacket” considers how we crave ties to where we came from, even while we chase adventure. The album’s title track, while just as imbued with truth, comes at life decisions with a wink and a bluesy lurch. Everyone had ideas for where that kid from Woodbury might go. But, “Uncle Glen had the best plan of the bunch,” Simmons sings, “strummin’ on the guitar and live your life on a hunch.”
“That’s the only one that’s a little cheeky,” Simmons says. “It’s tongue-in-cheek. It’s a blues-rock song. Then everything else goes a completely different direction. I don’t know why, it just kinda felt like a pivot.”
To render the full pivot, Simmons turned to folks who’ve been part of his musical story tracing almost back to when he first left Woodbury.
Goffrey Moore (Jonatha Brooke, Maia Sharp) produced Hunch in his Madison, Tennessee, studio, and he and Simmons invited contributions from lap and pedal steel player Paul Niehaus, singer/pianist Molly Jewell, bassists Dave Jacques and Billy Mercer, and drummers Matthew Crouse and Bryan Owings.
All accomplished players who’ve collaborated with country and Americana greats from John Prine to Patty Griffin, they’ve all played with Simmons on various songs and stages over decades.
These well- and long-established personal and musical connections allowed Moore and Simmons to experiment in comfort, letting songs go where they seemed to want to. The songwriter’s initial intent was to hole up in Moore’s century-old cabin to capture a stripped-down set. But as the recording progressed and friends came in, Hunch took a more dynamic and textured turn.
“It was a different way to do it for me,” Simmons says. “It kinda lent itself to, like, ‘OK, well, maybe we’ll go big on this one.’ And then all of a sudden, it presents itself.”
Call it following intuition. Call it living on a hunch.

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 11/13 – Senie Hunt / Tom Proctor
2025-11-13 12:00 - 13:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
Senie Hunt, a self-taught singer-songwriter and percussive guitarist, embarked on a remarkable journey from Sierra Leone to the United States. Alongside his twin sister, he was adopted and brought his profound love for West African rhythms and percussion to his new home. Having endured the hardships of Sierra Leone’s Diamond wars during his early childhood, Senie sought solace in the enchanting beats of the djembe drum, allowing him to creatively process his traumas.
Upon arriving in America, Senie’s father introduced him to the guitar, igniting a wave of experimentation where he skillfully merged traditional guitar styles with a captivating percussive groove, a testament to his West African heritage. Drawing inspiration from esteemed musicians like Stevie Ray Vaughan, B.B. King, The Allman Brothers, as well as later influences such as Michael Hedges, Tommy Emmanuel, and Andy McKee, Senie honed his craft by meticulously studying live performances.
Performing both solo and in full band, Senie showcases a mesmerizing approach and unique style. Captivating audiences with his live looping, Senie crafts performances that are a captivating blend of eclecticism, power, and artistic finesse. Despite his youth, Senie has amassed an impressive body of work, continuously composing and pushing creative boundaries.
Recognized for his mastery of the guitar, Senie was honored with the Innovators award at the GSM Music Awards. Additionally, his remarkable talent earned him nominations for Best Male Performer of the Year in 2021 and the Rising Star award in 2022 at the esteemed New England Music Awards. His career highlights include being the opening act for renowned artists such as Richard Thompson, The Levin Brothers, Brooks Young, Daby Touré, Kris Allen, Robert Randolph, The Wailers, and Recycled Percussions.

Both an award-winning actor and singer-songwriter Tom Proctor band and his outlaw country band that has been compared to and loved by the fans of Jamey Johnson, Chris Stapleton, Marcus Kane and Luke combs. Tom Proctor is a well-known actor. His music career was launched in Nashville while playing a reoccurring role as “Wayne” the best sound engineer in Nashville on the TV show, Nashville. Tom continues to act in major films and on TV while drawing large crowds at live concerts across the U.S. with his touring band, the Tom Proctor Band. Proctor is well known for his roles in Guardians of the Galaxy, 12 Years a Slave, Birth of a Nation, The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, the television series Justified, Baskets and Nashville as well as many more films.
Tom grew up in a small town in the Rocky Mountains of Utah. He blasting down the canyon on his Harley and hanging out at the livestock auctions and the rodeos. Even tried his hand at amateur rodeo bareback and steer wrestling. Waylon Jennings, Kris Kristofferson, Willie Nelson and Johnny Cash were his heroes. Tom Say’s “Since I grew up on Outlaw Country, it is no wonder that it’s my style today!”

The WDVX Big Plate – 11/14 – Phil Faconti Trio
2025-11-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Barley’s, 200 East Jackson Avenue, Knoxville, TN, 37915, United States
Phil Faconti Trio joins us this day bringing the real, live music!

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 11/15 – Hardin Valley Thunder
2025-11-15 12:00 - 13:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
Hardin Valley Thunder the Pellissippi state Community College Bluegrass Band joins us this day!

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 11/17 – The Neighbors
2025-11-17 12:00 - 13:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
Today The Neighbors join us for this Blue Plate Special with some Americana/Bluegrass music with members Daniel Joseph Carr & Tom Hemby.

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 11/18 – Tim Fast
2025-11-18 12:00 - 13:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
Tim Fast Singer Songwriter, a native Minnesotan, brings a unique blend of soulful storytelling and musical craftsmanship to the American folk scene. With fourteen songwriting awards to his name, Tim has become a celebrated figure across the country, sharing his passion for authentic, heartfelt music at venues and festivals nationwide. Drawing inspiration from legends like The Beatles, John Prine, Neil Young, James Taylor, and Steve Goodman – Tim Fast blends traditional folk roots with contemporary narratives, creating songs that resonate deeply with listeners of all backgrounds.

Panther Palooza - 11/18 - Analog Kids / Good Luck Shaman / Dybbuk
2025-11-18 18:30 | Clayton Center for The Arts, 502 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN, 37804, United States
WDVX thanks Pellissippi State Community College for their support, as they present the 3rd annual “Panther Palooza” concert Tuesday night, November 18th beginning at 6:30 p.m. at The Clayton Performing Arts Center on the Hardin Valley Campus. Produced by students from PSCC Media Technologies, “Panther Palooza” will feature live music from the bands The Analog Kids, Good Luck Shaman, and Dybbuk, and is an all-ages event. WDVX is proud to be the media sponsor for “Panther Palooza” November 18th.

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 11/19 – Mike Jones / The Stifftones
2025-11-19 12:00 - 13:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
Mike Jones joins us this day.

If Fleetwood Mac and The Rolling Stones had a love child, they may be called the Mac Stones. We call ourselves The Stifftones. Midwest meets Bakersfield country, Inland Empire inspired Punk, East Coast cheese, and a whole lot of Rock and Roll all wrapped in magic. We are music. A real rock n roll devival.

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 11/20 – Nick Ray / KP Hawthorn
2025-11-20 12:00 - 13:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
NICK RAY….one of the most progressive and well-received talents in the music industry today, has recently released his new EP Album entitled “Northern Lights.” This artist is currently on a USA Album Tour 2024, and not only is he a prolific performer, songwriter and storyteller, but his other music industry crafts include producing as well. Ray spends countless hours in studio mode and preparing for his upcoming tour schedules. For the many stages of opportunities that await, Ray is finding favor with the new EP Album that is being talked about all over the country.
Ray’s single release “Northern Lights” after the titled EP, has been recognized as reflective and connected to the beauty of earthly creations. His descriptions and musical track grip the heart of the subject matter. While on tour, Ray mainly plays his acoustic version of this song, and he commands attention from young and old alike. Along with Ray’s soulful and strong vocal presentation, you can feel it when he opens his mouth to perform.
Other recognized songs off this EP Album include; “Built To Last,” “Hurricane,” “That Girl,” etc. which are public favorites as well. Offering a highly diverse selection of creative works in Ray’s tone, rhythm, and message delivery, he has certainly reached a level of interest with wide audiences and followers.
Most recently, Ray has been Formally Sponsored by “Godin” & “Art & Lutherie” Guitars based out of Canada. You can find this artist on most all social media platforms and his YouTube Channel.

Known for her lush vocals, evocative songwriting, and genre-blending sensibilities, KP Hawthorn makes a striking solo debut with Til The Glitter End, out September 12th. A founding member of The HawtThorns and CALICO the band, Hawthorn brings her West Coast roots and Nashville polish together on a record that feels both familiar and entirely new, a vibrant reimagining of some of her most beloved past works, steeped in Americana, dream pop, and golden-era California tones.
Produced by KP Hawthorn and Steve Berns at Fitting Room Studio in Nashville, and mastered by Paul Blakemore, Til The Glitter End features a dream team of collaborators: Johnny Hawthorn (electric guitar, background vocals), Ted Pecchio (upright bass), Chris Benelli (drums/ percussion), and guest appearances from violinist Sav Madigan (“Going To California”) and Americana icon Rosie Flores (“High Road”). KP herself contributes vocals, acoustic guitar, keys, mandolin, and percussion, shaping a sonic palette that’s richly layered but emotionally intimate.

Live From the Mill & Mine - 11/21 - Benjamin Tod
2025-11-21 00:00 | Mill & Mine, 227 W Depot Ave, Knoxville, 37917, United States
Proprietor Of Misery, Benjamin Tod is an American singer-songwriter and frontman for the Lost Dog Street Band, known for his raw, autobiographical lyrics and a blend of country, folk, and bluegrass music. His early life was marked by hardship, including homelessness and train hopping, which deeply influenced his music and DIY approach to the music industry. His solo career began in 2017, and he has released several albums, with the Lost Dog Street Band also gaining significant recognition. Click here for information & tickets.

The WDVX Big Plate – 11/21 – Mic Harrison & The High Score
2025-11-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Barley’s, 200 East Jackson Avenue, Knoxville, TN, 37915, United States
On April 7, 1862, the morning after the first day of the battle of Shiloh in West Tennessee, it frosted. The peach trees that were on the fields where the battle took place had recently blossomed and fell with the frost, covering the dead bodies of the young soldiers like pink snow. As a child growing up in the 1970s, Mic Harrison had no idea of the significance that Shiloh held in history. He only knew that it was his family’s favorite place for picnics and reunions.
Those memories make up “Picnic at Shiloh,” the final track on Harrison’s new album, “Peach Blossom Youth.” Now a noted singer-songwriter and amateur historian, Harrison feels the full irony of the sweet memories contrasted with the area’s bloody past.
Harrison has been writing songs since he was a high school student in Bradford, Tenn.
“Even early on I hardly ever wrote songs about girls and all that,” says Harrison. “I wrote about life, history… that stuff.”
Harrison moved to Knoxville in the 1990s to join proto-Americana act The V-Roys, and later joined power pop favorites Superdrag before recording his solo album “Pallbearer’s Shoes.” When he teamed up with The High Score early in the new millennium he found the perfect collaborators. The band now consists of guitarists Robbie Trosper and Kevin Abernathy, bassist Vance Hillard and drummer Mark T. Dunn. Harrison’s 20-year collaboration with The High Score has resulted in a stack of albums as well featured spots in music festivals, including Bonnaroo, Rhythm N’ Blooms, and Easyriders Rodeo, and national tours in elegant concert halls, sweaty bars, and listening rooms across America.
To make sure the recording of these new songs were as good as possible, Harrison brought in famed producer Eric “Roscoe” Ambel, whose credits include producing albums for The Bottle Rockets, Nils Lofgren, The Backsliders, and many others, co-leading the Del-Lords and The Yayhoos, as well as playing guitar with Joan Jett and the Blackhearts and Steve Earle.
“Sonically, this is the best record we’ve ever done,” says Harrison.
Nearly all of the songs are about real people – from a West Tennessee character named Bobby Jack, who inspired “Scrap Iron Man” to a Mexican American War soldier in the song “Dallas Sutton.”
“A lot of these songs are very personal,” says Harrison. “It could be a book.”
“Lose You Over This” was written after a family member’s suicide attempt. “Keep Drivin’” was inspired by a beloved niece being kicked out of church because she is gay. “Old Man” is about Harrison’s late father, who died of Alzheimer’s disease.
With their upbeat melodies and energetic delivery, it would be easy to miss the sometimes-dark subject matter of Harrison’s new songs. Yet, that’s what makes this and all of Harrison’s work special. It draws you in and delivers a good time, but if you care to dig a little deeper, there’s plenty more to discover.
– Wayne Bledsoe

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 11/22 – Will Kruger / Chris Long
2025-11-22 12:00 - 13:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
Kruger shares a style that recalls many of his earliest folk music influences, among them, Peter, Paul and Mary, Simon & Garfunkel, Gordon Lightfoot, John Denver and James Taylor in particular.
He’s toured nationally, sharing his “Folk Legend’s Tribute Show” at house concerts, libraries, conservation events, coffee houses, corporate functions and larger auditoriums in addition to appearances at a number of Nashville venues.
Four of his songs were featured in the films, “God Where Are You” and “Grace Of The Father.” In addition, he played the part of Noel Paul Stookey in the nationally touring Las Vegas tribute group, “Peter Paul & Mary Alive,” for several years.
Kruger, who performs regularly in East Tennessee at The Smoky Mountain Brewery, The Listening Room Cafe, Calhoun’s, and The Abbey, said he’s been playing music over 50 years. “Music can convey emotion on so many levels,” he said. “Music does that for me. The songs that I write touch on love, relationships, and faith. If I can communicate those things with my audience and touch their hearts, then all the work that I do is well worth it. I have a saying: ‘Have I ever told you how much I love music?”‘

Singer-songwriter Chris Long, music is an adventure that keeps getting better and better. He grew up with a father who was a musician, and learned to play guitar at age 12. Since then, the adventure’s just kept going. Chris Long writes and performs music from the Heartland, Roots Rock & Americana genres.
Chris played in two bands with his father in the late 90s and early 2000s. They played together in the bands Sloe Ginn and Stonewall Gray. Since then, he’s moved away from performing with a group to focus on a career as a solo singer-songwriter. He has performed across the US and internationally, including performances at Nashville’s famed Bluebird Cafe and The Commodore. Chris has graced the stages of Dollywood’s famed DreamMore Resort, Jim Oliver’s Smokehouse and the infamous WDVX “Blue Plate Special” along with radio & television appearances.
Chris’s music blends Americana and rock to create a rough yet classic sound. His focus is on telling stories of everyday life and the world around him through his songs. He’s heavily influenced by Bruce Springsteen, John Mellencamp, and Creedence Clearwater Revival. The sounds of classic rock come through in his music. He’s also a history teacher, something that’s had a strong impact on his songwriting. He says, “For me, music has to mean something. I love songs that speak about life and the world we live in. That’s the music that tells our story. That’s the music we carry with us throughout life.”

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 11/24 – Kevin McGuire
2025-11-24 12:00 - 13:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
Musician, Vocalist, Composer Kevin McGuire joins us this day!

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 11/25 – Sam Travis
2025-11-25 12:00 - 13:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
East Tennessee’s Own Sam Travis will join us this day!

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 11/26 – Hannah Rae Adam
2025-11-26 12:00 - 13:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
Hannah Rae Adams is an independent singer-songwriter whose music blends elements of Americana, funk, folk rock and baroque pop. Originally from Michigan, she has called Bristol, Tennessee, home since 2017, immersing herself in the region’s rich musical heritage while staying true to her diverse influences. With a background in mental health counseling, Hannah Rae brings a deep sense of introspection and emotional authenticity to her songwriting, crafting lyrics that resonate with themes of love, self-discovery, and transformation.
Her sound is shaped by the timeless grooves of Motown, the raw storytelling of folk and country, and the energy of classic rock, resulting in a style that feels both familiar and refreshingly unique. She is often compared to artists such as Carley Simon, Stevie Nicks, Alanis Morrisette and Joni Mitchell. Whether performing solo with an acoustic guitar or layering harmonies and intricate arrangements in the studio, she delivers music that is as
heartfelt as it is compelling.

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 11/27 – Happy Thanksgiving
2025-11-27 12:00 - 13:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
Happy Thanksgiving! There is no live show today but we here at WDVX are grateful for our listeners & the opportunity to bring you live music 6 days a week with the WDVX Blue Plate Special.

The WDVX Big Plate – 11/28 – Randy Steele & High Cold Wind
2025-11-28 12:00 - 13:00 | Barley’s, 200 East Jackson Avenue, Knoxville, TN, 37915, United States
Randy Steele is a Banjo Player & Singer/Songwriter from Chattanooga Tennessee.

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 11/29 – Andy Miller
2025-11-29 12:00 - 13:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
Hey there, I’m Andy Miller. I’m just a guy from East Tennessee who’s been blessed to write songs since 1995. That year was a big one for me… it’s when I met Jesus. I was 30 years old when He changed my life, and with the help of the Holy Spirit, I’ve been walking with Him ever since.
These days, I call Knoxville home. I’ve been married to my wonderful wife for almost 28 years, and we’ve got a son, Drew, who’s about to start at UT. (GO VOLS!)
If you’re into Gospel music, you’ll find some of the songs God’s laid on my heart on all the major streaming platforms, just search for Andy Miller. I also host a little radio show on WKXV 900 AM every Monday at 7PM, where I sing and share the stories behind the songs God’s given me. I love having other songwriters on the show too, so they can share what God’s doing through their music. I’d be honored if you’d give us a listen.
Right now, I’m working on a new CD, and Lord willing, it’ll be ready by the end of June. I truly hope these songs stir your heart the way they’ve stirred mine.
Thanks for stopping by. I’m excited to see what God has in store for the road ahead.
God bless you, Andy

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 12/1 – Charlie Lovewolf and the Human Light
2025-12-01 12:00 - 13:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
Charlie Lovewolf has always believed music is a bridge between the inner truth and outer light, between pain and possibility. A voice that rises out of the roots and upward towards hope, his songs speak of love, loss, healing, and what it means to be truly alive.
He is a genre-defying singer/songwriter whose raw, cinematic sound captures the crossroads of indie rock, orchestral balladry and indie folk. Originally hailing from the diverse soundscape of Houston, Texas, Charlie found a new creative life nestled in the hills of East Tennessee, where he calls home.
The Human Light is Charlie’s live collective, his spiritual mirror and the force that amplifies his vision. They journey together helping preserve our shared humanity through music, love and hope.

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 12/2 – David Norcross
2025-12-02 12:00 - 13:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
David Norcross provides the real, live music on this day!

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 12/3 – Ramblin Ryne
2025-12-03 12:00 - 13:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
Ramblin Ryne brings roots, rock, blues, folk, funk, country & more!

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 12/4 – Maddye Trew Band
2025-12-04 12:00 - 13:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
It’s not enough to climb the ladder of success for Memphis-born Maddye Trew–she wants to share each rung with others on the way up. Armed with a degree in Commercial Music from Belmont University and a “country-as-cornbread” charm, Trew splits her time between chasing her own career and advocating for others from her chosen musical family as the co-host of Kickin’ Kountry 101’s weekly Breakin’ Indies Country Countdown syndicated on iHeart digital and the McMahon on Keys podcast.
Trew’s own talent led her to her first appearance on a national broadcast stage as a “golden ticket” winner on American Idol at the age of 17. While still a newcomer to Nashville’s musical trenches, Trew has been a featured guest on the nationally syndicated Jimmy Bowen & Friends, had her music featured on CMT, made her songwriter debut at The Bluebird Cafe, opened for Big & Rich, performed with Lee Greenwood, and released several singles with plans to release her debut EP, Here Goes Nothin’, later this year.

The WDVX Big Plate – 12/5 – Wasted Major
2025-12-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Barley’s, 200 East Jackson Avenue, Knoxville, TN, 37915, United States
Wasted Major is a dynamic and genre-bending band that blends the classic sounds of 60s and 70s rock with a dose of 90s country and honky-tonk flair. Formed in Knoxville, TN, and now based in Nashville, the band plays over 200 shows annually across the United States and Europe. The band’s extensive touring has earned them some early recognition, including two (2) European tours and a nomination for International Band of the Year by the Austrian Country Music Federation.
Consisting of Tim Jones (Guitar/Vocals), Simon Heeran (Lead Guitar/Vocals), Richie Miller (Bass/Vocals), and Andre Bucks (Keyboard/Vocals), Wasted Major stands apart with their multi-vocal lineup, allowing for an ever-changing live performance. Their tight harmonies and undeniable chemistry have earned them a loyal following, ranging from honky-tonk nights on Nashville’s iconic Lower Broadway to large stages across the southeastern U.S to European pubs and festivals.
The band is poised to release a fresh slate of music Come 2025 that combines their Southern rock roots with bold, innovative ideas. With a rich blend of influences and a passion for live performance, Wasted Major is gearing up to take their music in exciting new directions.

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 12/6 – 2 groups of UT Appalachian Strings
2025-12-06 12:00 - 13:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States

Rocky Hill Christmas Parade & Festival - 12/6 - Wyatt Ellis / Brendon James Wright & Cory Kimbro
2025-12-06 15:00 - 19:00 | Rocky Hill Center, 7513 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, 37919, United States
Be sure to stop by the WDVX tent to grab some candy, stickers and register for a chance to win a family or friends 4-pack of Ice Bears tickets! Check out Wyatt Ellis, and Brendon James Wright & Cory Kimbro performing live. The fun begins at 3 p.m.!
The festival will begin at 3:30pm with a Christmas-themed market in the Rocky Hill Center parking lot (7513 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37919). Parade starts at 6pm. Local food trucks will be present offering warm drinks, snacks, and treats! Live music and interactive storytelling from the festival stage! After the parade, there will be a tree lighting by none other than Santa Claus himself! Click here for more!

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 12/8 – SHS Bluegrass Band
2025-12-08 12:00 - 13:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
Join our live audience this day for music from SHS Bluegrass Band!

The WDVX Blue Plate Special – 12/9 – Pat Beasley / Seth Beamer
2025-12-09 12:00 - 13:00 | WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
East Tennessee’s Own Pat Beasley will join us this day.

Seth Beamer is a Nashville-based songwriter whose musical style channels the anthemic energy of the early 2000s, bringing a fresh perspective to forever-summer nostalgia. A musician by nature, Seth can turn a half-heard melody into something completely new, blending unexpected compositions with radio-friendly hooks.
Inspired by life’s highs and lows, his songs are at times candid and poignant and at others up-tempo and angsty. Seth continues to define his successful solo career, most recently releasing singles like The Runaround, Perfectly Impossible, Picture Perfect, and Devil On My Shoulder.
Seth has toured across the country and, most recently, shared the stage with international artists, Ryan Tedder, Lovejoy, Colony House, Sheppard, and Weathers. He has performed at—and, more often than not, sold out—Colorado’s most iconic venues and festivals, including Westword Music Showcase, Underground Music Showcase, and KTCL’s sold-out Not So Silent Night. Seth has won 93.3’s Hometown for the Holidays (twice) and Big Gig.
A staple in the Denver music scene, Seth was formerly a founding member and the guitarist of indie rock band Wildermiss, the bassist for local quartet Red Fox Run, and has performed with notable local artists such as Rob Drabkin, Eldren, Brent Cowles, One Flew West, Andy Sydow, Lazer & Levi, Cristina Vane, Pandas & People and Elektric Animals.
Seth has had successful sync placements with MTV, Netflix, the NFL, Intuit QuickBooks advertisements, Colorado Tourism, Denver’s COVID-19 Stay-at-Home public service announcements, and the ever- popular Sesame Street.
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