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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 6/28 - Evie Andrus / The Bourbon Man
DESCRIPTION:Evie Andrus has spent most of her adult life adding tasty licks to other people’s projects\, adding just the right ingredient to make a piece of music sound its best. With the release of her first album under her own name\, “Evie’s Great Adventure\,” the fiddler/vocalist ready to deliver the main course. \nThe new album is flat-out feel-good music delivered with the same heart and soul that’s made Evie a popular performed all across the Southeast. \nMaybe you caught her bands Barefoot Sanctuary or Buffalo Fiasco\, or heard her backing up renowned cellist Dave Eggar\, irreverent singer-songwriter Roger Alan Wade\, or performing at the Big Ears Festival with improvisational great Lonnie Holley\, or maybe you spotted her backing up Foreigner on a short tour. There’s also the possibility that you heard her music on the HBO series “The Outsider” or saw her appearance on “American Ninja Warrior.” \nBorn in Fargo\, N.D. and raised in Minot\, N.D.\, Evie began playing fiddle at six years old in her father’s band Crossroads\, but she was already a stage veteran. She first performed on stage at the age of 3\, blowing a train whistle\, on one of her father’s songs. \nWhen Evie was in the 4th grade\, her father started a family band called Family Ties\, which included her father on banjo and her brother Joe on bass. Mom ran sound for the group. \n“Our thing was to wear funny ties\,” says Evie. “My favorite was a rubber Swiss cheese tie … In the summer\, we were out and about. We played a lot around North Dakota\, South Dakota\, Minnesota and Canada\, Good Sam conventions and re-enactments\, fur trade re-enactments.” \nWho even knew there were “fur trade” re-enactments? \nAll through high school\, Evie performed in bluegrass bands and her high school orchestra\, but she didn’t have a lot in common with her classmates. \n“I grew up in a very bluegrass-centric family\,” she says. “Plus\, we had no TV. My entertainment was listening to (vintage radio shows) ‘Sherlock Holmes\,’ ‘Dragnet’ and ‘Inner Sanctum.’” \nEvie later attended North Dakota State University\, majoring in athletic training\, and playing in a group called Ironwood and\, later\, Sisters of the North on the side. It was an encounter with East Tennessee bluegrass act Blue Moon Rising that made Evie decide to move to East Tennessee. She moved to Johnson City\, Tenn.\, and landed a scholarship in the East Tennessee State University bluegrass program. \n“My first fiddle teacher there was (former Bluegrass Boys’ fiddler) Tater Tate\,” says Evie. “I couldn’t believe I was getting a scholarship to take lessons from Tater Tate!” \nWhile in Johnson City she worked at the Acoustic Coffee House\, working as a server and making music. She was a regular at late-night jam sessions and later became a favorite player to accompany singer-songwriters. \n“It was a different approach to music than what I had done before\,” says Evie. “It was kind of freeing in a way.” \nAfter a graduation\, Evie returned to North Dakota for few years before taking a music job in with the Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show in Pigeon Forge\, Tenn. \nAfter a year and a half of dinner shows\, Evie leaned into teaching and playing with a variety of bands and musicians and then founded Barefoot Sanctuary\, which later became Buffalo Fiasco. A gig with Lonnie Holley at the Big Ears Festival led to Evie getting a call from HBO to be part of the limited series “The Outsider.” \n“The scene at the festival with the fiddle tunes\, that’s me!” says Evie. “I’m blurry in the background\, but it was really awesome.” \nAs a side person\, Evie says she’s always known where she fits. \n“I call myself a Jell-O player\,” says Evie. “There’s always room for Jell-O. It fills in all the cracks.” \nWith the release of “Evie’s Great Adventure\,” though\, she knows where she fits as well. \n“I’m really excited to get my true musical voice out more\,” says Evie. “In an odd way\, it took the pandemic to make me take time to find my voice. Now I want to share my love of music and adventure. It’s not earth shattering. It’s something people can put on and just have a great afternoon.” \n \nThe Bourbon Man is a one man band from Belarus. Rised from the ash of WhiskeyJamBand The Bourbon Man plays his dirthy blues on cigar box guitar and bass drum\, screaming vocals and other strange stuff.
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-6-28-the-bourbon-man/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T120000
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 6/26 - Maria\,etc. / Bunkhouse
DESCRIPTION:Maria\, etc. (formerly known as Maria Keck) is a singer-songwriter and elementary music teacher from Cincinnati\, Ohio who has been writing and performing her original music since 2020. Maria released her latest album “Maybe Time’s Not in a Bottle Anymore” on May 22nd of this year. Her first album as Maria\, etc.\, the new record embodies a mellow folk-rock style\, influenced by artists such as Joni Mitchell\, Wilco\, Neko Case\, and Leif Vollebekk. Listen to the album online wherever you stream music\, or purchase a CD online or at Maria’s next show! \n \nBunkhouse also joins us this day! \nhttps://youtu.be/m1HlHIgQjo4?si=iRIgr0vEdLMJ2fUo \n 
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-6-26-mariaetc-bunkhouse/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T120000
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 6/25 - Robinella
DESCRIPTION:Robinella’s career began with a sort of luck that rarely comes to most artists within their lifetime. What started out as a simple husband-and-wife duo fresh out of college quickly grew to a full-fledged band that blended Bluegrass\, Country and Jazz. The combination of Robinella’s honey-sweet vocals with violin\, mandolin\, bass\, drums and piano captivated audiences\, thus creating the ever popular Robinella & the CC Stringband. \nThey released their first album\, self-titled Robinella and The CC Stringband\, in 2000\, which quickly followed\, No Saint\, No Prize in 2001. Both were on the independent label Big Gulley Records. With a few simple twists of fate\, what followed was a whirlwind of rapid success – Columbia Records liked what they heard and signed Robinella in 2002. The label took seven songs from the band’s two prior albums and released them as the CD Blanket for My Soul and then released a full album in 2003\, Robinella and the CC Stringband. This led to a national tour including opening for such artists as Bob Dylan\, Willie Nelson\, Earl Scruggs\, Nickel Creek\, Robert Earl Keen\, Kasey Chambers\, Del McCoury and Rodney Crowell as well as an appearance on “Late Night with Conan O’Brien” and a music video on CMT for their hit single\, “Man Over”. She also performed on NPR’s “Mountain Stage\,” appeared on the Grand Ole Opry and performed on PBS’s “SoundStage.” In 2006\, Robinella was nominated for “Emerging Artist of the Year” at the Americana Music Awards and released her fourth album\, “Solace for the Lonely”\, on Dualtone Records in Nashville. \nBut then life\, as it has a tendency to do\, threw a few curveballs her way. She became a mom and a couple of years later\, she and her husband/musical partner split up with a new record almost completed. Exhausted and somewhat disillusioned with the industry and its promises\, it was time to regroup\, redefine and get back to her roots. So she returned to her home\, the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains\, and got back in touch with what she truly wanted – love\, family\, friendship\, music\, art\, truth. \nWith that comes her latest release\, “Fly Away Bird”\, her most mature work. However\, within the melancholy and touches of sadness there is not true despair. For such a voice — that dazzling\, warm\, bright-as-summer-sunshine soprano — to even communicate it would most likely defy certain laws of emotional physics. No\, instead\, this album\, beneath the disappointments\, she is brimming with optimism — with hope. You can feel it\, and even more important than that\, you believe — because she believes\, and because her music is so honest and so genuine and so forthright that you just can’t help but knowing that this is an artist who still finds life to be magical. \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nVY6pjpvFuk
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-6-25-robinella/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 6/24 - David Easterling
DESCRIPTION:David Easterling is an Americana singer/songwriter/storyteller living in Oak Ridge\, TN. His folky Appalachian tales are often comedic\, sometimes little bit scary\, but always connect with the head and the heart! Spooky Songs Live is his newest CD and he has recorded 5 more CD’s of original music. David’s music can be found on the usual media outlets including ReverbNation\, YouTube\, Facebook\, etc. and has been played on radio stations from WDVX in Knoxville\, TN to K2K radio in London\, England. He has performed at festivals and many venues as diverse as Madlife in Georgia\, Moonlight on the Mountain in Alabama\, Stones Throw in Wisconsin\, Capones in Indiana\, Iron Horse in North Carolina\, and Sugarlands and The Listening Room in TN. And Nashville gigs including 12 Keys Saloon\, Sam Ash Music\, The Commodore and Millennium Maxwell House!
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-6-24-david-easterling/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 6/23 – East Montgomery
DESCRIPTION:A lo-fi funk band started by Morgan East. The band’s jazz-influenced music sounds somewhere between Funkadelic and Mac Demarco. East Montgomery has evolved into a musical collective in which many musicians contribute to the cause\, we currently reside in Knoxville\, Tennessee. Follow our YouTube Channel to see performances\, vlogs\, and exclusive demos! Follow our Instagram to see what Morgan’s up to.
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-6-23-east-montgomery/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T120000
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 6/21 - Maggie Tharp / Gary Gilleran & Friends
DESCRIPTION:Gary Gilleran was born and raised in Chicago. He started playing drums at 13 and started playing guitar and writing songs at 18. He was influenced early on by Cat Stevens\, John Prine\, Bob Dylan and other popular folk/rock artists from the late ’60’s and early ’70’s. He moved to Nashville in 1973 to pursue a music career where he met his wife of now over 50 years. They have raised 5 children and are blessed with 12 grandchildren….so far! Gary performs mostly in songwriter rounds and open mics in his spare time. He also serves other musicians and bands as a sideman playing congas and harmonica. He is an active member of the Knoxville Songwriters Association and Red House Round songwriter’s cooperative. \n \nMaggie Tharp is a Knoxville-based singer-songwriter who’s been playing and writing music for her entire life. Building upon years of classical piano instruction\, songwriting\, and experience in bands ranging from a gypsy jazz ensemble to a wedding music duo\, she is stepping into her own as a solo artist and songwriter. She writes songs inspired by the songwriters of the 70s (Paul Simon\, Carol King\, The Carpenters) and the pop artists of today (Kacey Musgraves\, Taylor Swift). During her 7 years in Knoxville\, she’s been a finalist twice in the Tennessee Songwriter’s Week competition\, and has played at multiple venues\, including the Old City Performing Arts Center and Dollywood. You can find her music at @maggietharpmusic on Instagram or under Maggie Tharp on Spotify.
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-6-21-maggie-tharp-gary-gilleran-friends/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 6/19 - Gardenfox / SunFold
DESCRIPTION:This day brings Knoxville’s own Gardenfox to the stage! \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hv5YWRnLCgw \nAlso Sunfold will join us!
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-6-19-josh-raposa/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 6/18 - Donna Frost
DESCRIPTION:Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Donna Frost is a traveling troubadour with decades of performing and touring experience. Expertly weaving folk\, blues and pop\, she creates memorable concerts that champion the human spirit. She logs thousands of miles each year\, performing across the U.S.\, solo and with her band. With over 300 songs in her catalog and ten albums\, her music has received airplay\, charted and garnered awards worldwide. Recently\, Donna won the Mississippi Music Foundation Best Americana Artist award in April 2023. She has performed a tribute to the late Skeeter Davis at Kentucky Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony; and has performed live on Chicago WGN TV. Giving back to the community\, she is an active performer with Music for Seniors\, “Musicians on Call” and “Songs of Love.” She is endorsed by Kamoa Ukuleles and Luna Guitars; and is an ambassador for True Joy Acoustics which donates ukuleles to pediatric hospitals for music therapy programs across the country. Her latest album The Beautiful Unseen is a collaboration with her longtime friend Jack Howell\, and recorded in Joshua Tree\, CA.
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-6-18-donna-frost/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 6/17 - Rock Bottom String Band
DESCRIPTION:Rock Bottom String Band is family! We play music inspired by bluegrass\, punk\, country\, roots\, and rock at breakneck speeds with a whole lot of fun. Born in 2013 from backyard jams in the town of San Marcos\, TX\, we’ve become an internationally touring presence in the alternative Americana community. The goal of every show is to enjoy life with good times and new friends. Rock Bottom brings that energy to each performance to guarantee an engaging and immersive experience for the audience. \nhttps://youtu.be/X2hR2fPLjFQ?si=Qgakfstv-DP3XPY_
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-6-17-rock-bottom-string-band/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T120000
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 6/16 - Teryn Dixon
DESCRIPTION:This day brings Knoxville’s own Teryn Dixon to the WDVX stage.
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-6-16-teryn-dixon/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 6/14 - Trey Bryant / Kirsty Lee Akers & Rhinestoned
DESCRIPTION:Hailing from Williamsburg\, KY\, Trey Bryant is a country music artist with roots that run deep in the hills of Appalachia. His songwriting is full of rich imagery that makes listeners feel the emotions behind the lyrics. \nTrey continues to bring an unforgettable live show to coveted stages across the southeast and has provided opening performances rising stars Dillon Carmichael and Walker Montgomery as well as for country stars such as Phil Vassar and Sawyer Brown. \nTrey’s accolades include 3 nominations for the 2025 Lexington Music Awards for Male Vocalist of the Year\, Country Artist of the Year\, and Song of the Year for his single\, “Make It To Nashville” and a nomination for the 2025 Josie Music Awards for Male Vocalist of the Year – Country. \n \nKirsty Lee Akers is one of Australia’s most unique and authentic recording artists. A rare talent who is proud of her First Nations heritage\, she is a Wonnarua woman (Hunter Valley – Australia). Akers has embraced a global musical culture and now spends her time between Australia and a hard-earned international touring schedule in North America and Europe. Although she spends time overseas during the year\, Australia will always be her spiritual home. “Music and family have always been the most important parts of my life. My Nan\, Mum\, and Aunt were all singers\, and I grew up with my pop playing country music all the time. I still remember my first performance at age three. I was hooked!” – Kirsty Lee Akers \nKirsty’s childhood was far from easy\, and her family could be described as “Aussie Battlers”. Born when her mother was only 17 years old\, she quickly learned the importance of teamwork\, love\, and family connection. Akers was not born into money\, one of four children growing up in a small house\, she saw her father work two jobs to get by. Kirsty learned early on that if she wanted something\, she was going to have to earn it. These are traits that to this day are extremely important to her and help her connect with her fans on an honest and personal level. Akers performed in public for the first time at the tender age of three years old and recorded her first EP at the age of 15. She funded that recording with the money she made busking tirelessly on the streets of Tamworth each January. This connection with Australia’s Country Music Capital lead Kirsty to graduate from the CMAA Academy of Country Music and then further afield through the Talent Development Project. After these achievements\, it was time to spread her wings and explore the world – First stop Nashville. “That trip to Nashville in 2006 was just like my first trip to Tamworth\, and from the time I stepped off the plane I was in love! There is just something magical about that city. Music everywhere\, dreams everywhere\, it is so inspiring. But as much as I love traveling\, Australia always calls me home.” – Kirsty Lee Akers \n \n 
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-6-14-trey-bryant-kirsty-lee-akers-rhinestoned/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
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SUMMARY:Kidstuff Live - 6/14 - Sarah Pirkle
DESCRIPTION:Join your host Sarah Pirkle every 2nd Saturday at 10:00 AM for a toe-tapping\, family-friendly live music performance made just for kids—and their grownups who love them! From catchy tunes to musical surprises.
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/kidstuff-live-6-14-sarah-pirkle/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Kidstuff Live
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 6/12 - Andrew David Weber / EmiSunshine (New Album Premier)
DESCRIPTION:Meet EmiSunshine—a musical phenomenon with a voice as big as her dreams and a spirit that’s impossible to ignore. This rising star has captured hearts around the world with her unique blend of country\, and Americana. \nFrom the Grand Ole Opry\, to releasing 10 albums by the age of 20\, EmiSunshine has proven she’s a force to be reckoned with. Her raw talent\, heartfelt lyrics\, and magnetic stage presence have made her a favorite among fans of all ages. Emi isn’t just a performer—she’s a storyteller. Whether she’s writing a poignant ballad or delivering an electrifying performance\, her music resonates deeply\, weaving tales of life\, love\, and the human experience. With accolades from critics and fans alike\, EmiSunshine has earned her place in the spotlight. And she’s just getting started. \nDiscover more at EmiSunshine.com and follow along as she continues to shine!” \n \nAndrew David Weber is a multi-instrumentalist who splits his time primarily between Southeastern Wisconsin and Northern Missouri. Though most of his recorded works showcase him on all instruments and lead vocals\, he is also a known collaborator and session recording artist. \nOutside of the studio\, Weber takes on various roles in a number of national and international acts\, even having shared stages with well known and respected artists such as Dropkick Murphys\, The Mahones\, Dave Grohl and Joan Jett. \nHe switches between drums\, keys and guitar with Celtic rockers Whiskey of the Damned\, and can also can be found playing blistering hard rock sets on lead guitar and vocals with the Milwaukee based American Progress\, who spent an impressive 20 weeks on the Mainstream/Active Rock charts in 2024! \nIt doesn’t stop there. While maintaining life as a family man\, Weber also somehow finds time to take the stage as a vocalist and guitarist with the 80’s hit tribute group known as Mixtape MKE\, and sometimes functions as a touring drummer for the larger than life Sam Ness. \nRecently\, Andrew has also been writing and producing songs with Liam Kyle Cahill\, a well known Nevada based singer and songwriter who has launched a new project with Weber called “Part Time Problems” in which the two trade off vocal duties as Weber swims between guitar\, keys\, mandolin and banjo. \nAndrew David Weber is proud to be officially endorsed by Breedlove Guitars and is an official affiliate of WAVS Custom In-Ear Monitors. \nhttps://youtu.be/H53oVn7_0q8?si=B4rSVycgx5GMTDNe
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-6-12-andrew-david-weber-emisunshine-new-album-premier/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T120000
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 6/11 - Izzy Burns / Hipocrats
DESCRIPTION:Izzy Burns (Oct 9\, 2002) is an American folk pop singer from Moscow\, Idaho\, who sings because she once couldn’t. Despite facing significant medical challenges early in life\, including an emergency tracheostomy surgery that initially left her without a voice as a child for the first two years of her life\, Izzy has defied the odds to become a talented musician and singer. After nearly 20 surgeries and years of therapy she was able to not just speak\, but sing and Izzy began to immerse herself in singing\, playing guitar\, and writing songs. \nHer debut project\, You Can’t Stop Me Now\, released in 2019\, and her follow-up project\, A Heartbeat of Your Time\, showcase her remarkable journey and musical versatility. Her career took a pivotal turn when she sat on a plane next to Mellad Abeid\, a guitar professor at Gonzaga University\, who helped refine her songwriting and production skills. \nIzzy’s story of overcoming early life adversity to become a celebrated artist is a testament to her strength and dedication. Her music\, available on major streaming platforms\, and reflects her deep passion and resilience. \n \nBased in Seattle\, WA\, The Hipocrats are your go-to Americana dreamers\, seamlessly blending hair-raising harmonies\, spunky lyrical imagery\, and melodies that just stick with you. Their music offers a refreshing twist on classic Americana\, appealing to fans across various genres\, making them a must-see whenever they roll through your town. \nInspired by real-life experiences with a touch of imaginative flair\, Tyler McGinnis and Sarah Brunner embarked on an ambitious and dynamic songwriting journey in the fall of 2021. Their onstage chemistry and whimsical personalities shine bright\, captivating audiences with every performance. With over 3 years as a duo\, The Hipocrats have emerged as a formidable presence in the Pacific Northwest and across the country.
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-6-11-izzy-burns-hipocrats/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T120000
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 6/10 - Stoneface Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Stoneface Mountain consists of: \nAudrey Mendenhall – Mandolin & Fiddle\nAudrey Mendenhall has been playing mandolin since 2014 and currently studies under Nick Dumas. She is influenced by greats such as Bill Monroe\, Ricky Skaggs\, and Sam Bush. Audrey competed in the Northeast Fiddlers Convention in Pittsfield Massachusetts and took first place in the mandolin division. As well as mandolin\, she has played fiddle since 2012 and has honed her fiddling skills placing multiple times at the Lowell Banjo and Fiddle Competition. Audrey has also released an EP in 2021 with her sister Megan\, self-titled\, The Mendenhall Sisters. \nMegan Mendenhall – Banjo\nMegan Mendenhall was destined to become a bluegrass banjo player from birth. Sharing the same birthday as Earl Scruggs\, she has been picking three-finger style banjo since age 9. At age eleven\, she won first place for the Adult Bluegrass Banjo category at the Lowell Banjo and Fiddle Competition\, a feat she has accomplished four times. Megan is a multi-instrumentalist singer/songwriter\, playing banjo\, dobro\, guitar\, and piano. Her picking style has exploded since she began studying under banjo players\, Ned Luberecki and Wes Corbett. Megan has quickly developed a name for herself in the Boston area after she and her sister co-founded the bands\, The Mendenhall Sisters and Stoneface Mountain. In fall of 2021 and 2024\, Megan was a finalist at Freshgrass in North Adams. She released her first 5-song EP titled\, “The Mendenhall Sisters”\, which was featured on WERU in Maine. Megan’s momentum has begun to blossom rapidly and she will definitely be someone to keep an ear out for as she pursues her bluegrass career. \nEllie Strano – Lead Vocals\nEllie Strano is a passionate singer. She has been a member of the Boston Symphony Children’s Choir\, and serves as Cantor at her church. She has experience in many musical genres\, including classical\, bluegrass\, and musical theater. She also plays piano and the accordion. Ellie’s other hobbies include acting in Shakespearean plays\, creative writing\, and poetry. \nMary Strano – Guitar\nMary Strano has been playing rhythm guitar and ukulele since the age of 9. She has been a member of Stoneface Mountain since its inception. Outside of bluegrass\, Mary plays music for her church. She enjoys listening to many music genres and is inspired by classical and folk music. Along with her interests in music\, Mary expresses her creativity through painting and acting. \n \n 
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-6-10-stoneface-mountain/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 6/9 – Nief-Norf featuring: Joshua Muetzel \, Joo Won Park & Kevin Zetina / Black Atticus
DESCRIPTION:Hey Y’all! There is a TV show joining us this day for The Blue Plate Special called Lost In. They will be filming for a future episode. Come join the fun! \nNief-Norf’s community is built on a rich history of innovative performances and deep artistic collaborations. With expertise honed over more than nineteen years of genre-defying projects\, we are proud to serve creatives at every stage\, from emerging artists to seasoned professionals. Our flagship event\, the Nief-Norf Summer Festival\, and our vibrant Knoxville community events are cornerstones of our commitment to both the local community and the exploration of 21st-century musicianship and artistry. Join us as we continue to shape the future of contemporary music through performance\, collaboration\, and community engagement. \nKevin Zetina is a passionate performer\, composer\, and arranger of all things contemporary whether it be performing seminal works of the last century\, premiering or writing brand new works\, or arranging popular music for classical settings. He has performed with members of Eighth Blackbird\, Ensemble Signal\, the JACK Quartet\, and the Bang on a Can All-Stars. \nCurrently\, Kevin is the Lecturer in Percussion at the Natalie L. Haslam College of Music at the University of Tennessee\, Knoxville. Kevin holds a BM from the Eastman School of Music with the Howard Hanson Scholarship where he studied with Michael Burritt\, and he earned his MM and MMA degrees from Yale University as a Havemeyer Scholarship recipient under Robert van Sice. Kevin’s music is published through Liquidrum\, and he is a proud Pearl/Adams concert performing artist. \n \nJoo Won Park (joowonpark.net) makes music with electronics\, toys\, and other sources that he can record or synthesize. He is the recipient of Knight Arts Challenge Detroit (2019) and the Kresge Arts Fellowship (2020). His music and writings are available on ICMC DVD\, Spectrum Press\, MIT Press\, PARMA\, Visceral Media\, MCSD\, SEAMUS\, and No Remixes labels. He currently teaches Music Technology at Wayne State University. \n \nJoshua Muetzel is a composer whose work is drawn to the commonalities in human experience\, the fundamental and mystical qualities of nature\, and the ways in which human beings and the natural world interact. He is interested in numbers and patterns in nature\, climate change\, interpersonal relationships\, and personal introspection. He touches on these concepts through a narrative compositional style that reaches beyond categorizations of style or genre. His output runs the gamut from works for concert band and string orchestra to percussion ensembles and eclectic chamber groupings\, including music for hardcover books and open instrumentation quartets. His music has been read\, recorded\, and performed by artists including arx duo\, Calefax Reed Quintet\, NOW Ensemble\, Sandbox Percussion\, numerous university ensembles\, and many classical soloists. His music has been recognized by The American Prize\, The U.S. Naval Academy Band\, the Black House Collective\, and others. \n \nBlack Atticus is the City of Knoxville’s Poet Laureate ordinary dude. extraordinary talent.
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-6-9-nief-norf-featuring-joshua-muetzel-joo-won-park-kevin-zetina-black-atticus/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 6/7 - Brandon Maddox / Conner Brooke
DESCRIPTION:From sharing the stage with superstar\, Brett Eldredge\, as well as acclaimed performances in casinos\, clubs\, and festivals to having original songs featured in movies and appearing on TV and radio shows\, Brandon Maddox\, has quickly established himself as one of Country Music’s rising stars. He was named\, “Monster Truck Artist of the Year” and was both a Josie Award recipient in 2017 for his hit single “Dixie Chaser” as well as the winner of “Song of the Year” in 2019 for his song “Drive Me to Drink.” \nBrandon’s dad schooled him in classic rock\, so it was only natural that when the youngster picked up the guitar and taught himself to play\, he used a Beatle’s songbook. While teaching himself\, he noticed a common thread among the songs—the songs were written by actual members of The Beatles. Brandon wrote his first song at the tender age of 11 and now has an original catalog of over a thousand songs\, a few of which have won awards. After college Brandon moved to Nashville from his hometown near Chattanooga\, TN to pursue his songwriting passion. \nhttps://youtu.be/fM4SnucrOxQ?si=v7Ai4nhFPSjKQOQy \nConner Brooke will also join us this day! \nhttps://youtu.be/SBZjHjiYO5g?si=aO9vRXiFavOKuO1W
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-6-7-brandon-maddox-connor-brooke/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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SUMMARY:First Friday Live - 6/6 - Kelsi Walker
DESCRIPTION:Hey people. My name is Kelsi Walker. I am a singer/songwriter from Knoxville\, Tennessee. Fun info about my music lives here on this Facebook page.
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/first-friday-live-6-6-kelsi-walker/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Friday Live,Free Live Show
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T130000
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 6/5 - Ciara Fragale / Noah Smith
DESCRIPTION:Noah Smith is a touring songwriter from Cincinnati\, OH\, whose sound resonates with both country and rock n roll fans alike. Mixed with whiskey blues\, soulful roots\, and a road dog spirit\, his high energy full band live performances have landed him on national stages opening for artists such as Ashley Mcbryde\, Chris Janson\, Joe Diffie\, The Steve Miller Band\, and more. Noah splits his time between his home studio\, Nashville\, Tennessee\, and the road. He has gained a following in the US and Europe as a featured artist on the Nashville Nights International Songwriter Festival in Odense\, Denmark\, where he will return for a third appearance in 2025. Noah is a staple in the Cincinnati songwriter community\, and has fostered relationships with over 300 songwriters and artists on his monthly songwriter showcase “Noah Smith’s Crooner Circus\,” for over 5 years. Noah has a growing fan base and is releasing new music to pair with his past releases featured in American Songwriter\, Country Rebel\, Raised Rowdy and more. \n \nCiarra Fragale is an indie pop singer/songwriter\, producer\, and actor from NY’s Hudson Valley. By blending the nostalgic traditions of songwriting with unique new-wave sensibilities\, she creates a refreshing sound all her own. In addition to making her own music\, Ciarra has also composed many works for theater and film. \nIn 2017\, Ciarra released her first full-length “Seasons\,” written and recorded entirely in her home. It was during this recording process that she started to experiment with different sounds and textures\, igniting her love for production. After two more years of touring and recording\, Ciarra followed up “Seasons” with her second full-length “Call It What You Will” in 2019. Shedding the nu-folk sound for more of an Indie/alt pop direction\, “Call It What You Will” was an ambitious project that artfully portrayed Ciarra’s growth as an artist. Produced by Fragale\, the album was recorded at Nashphone Recording\, a studio owned and operated by engineer Jesse Bolduc (of the band Candy Ambulance )
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-6-5-ciara-fragale-noah-smith/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 6/4 - Nick Horner
DESCRIPTION:Raised in the mountains of central Pennsylvania\, Knoxville-based Nicholas Horner headed south after seven years of living in NYC as a working/touring songwriter\, producer and community creator. He got his start as a fellow for Make Music New York from which he launched Porch Stomp\, NYC’s biggest free-folk festival for 8 years running as well as Flatfoot Flatbush\, Brooklyn’s annual old-time parade. His various projects have landed him features in the New York Times\, on NPR and even the opportunity to write and perform the theme song for an international United Nations conference in Ecuador for delegates from around the world.
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-6-4-nick-horner/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 6/3 - Corey James Clifton
DESCRIPTION:East Tennessee-raised\, West Coast-seasoned. After eight years honing his live performance chops on the west coast\, Corey James Clifton is back home\, making waves as one of the South’s top rising artists. \nThis is a seasoned\, high-impact act made for festivals\, private events\, and rowdy college parties alike. \nThe sound? A fusion of soul\, roots-rock\, and psychedelia packed with addictive riffs\, powerhouse lyrics\, and killer vocals. Live shows? High-energy\, unforgettable\, and straight-up badass. \nCareer highlights include being flown to LA to record with top-tier producers behind artists like OneRepublic\, Tame Impala\, and Arctic Monkeys. He’s a multi-time Battle of the Bands winner and a former co-writer and recording artist with Baxter House Music\, a sync licensing company tied to over 20 billion global streams. \nNotable events include performances at the Tennessee Theatre\, Saucers Over Appalachia Festival (Bristol\, TN)\, University of Tennessee fraternity and social events\, Microsoft corporate events\, Backwoods Music Festival (Road to Backwoods Winner)\, headliner and booking agent for a San Francisco New Year’s Eve event\, and the Tennessee Songwriter competition.
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-6-3-corey-james-clifton/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 6/2 - Radio On
DESCRIPTION:Radio On is a classic rock (and more) cover band from Jefferson County\, TN. \n  \n 
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-6-2-radio-on/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T130000
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 7/1 - Crawdaddy Jones
DESCRIPTION:Crawdaddy Jones is an original blues rockin’ duo from Knoxville Tennessee.
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-7-1-crawdaddy-jones/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T120000
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 5/31 - Joe Kaplow / Sean Carson
DESCRIPTION:Joe Kaplow:\nBefore I started my career I had a choice: to take over my parent’s thoroughbred farm in New Jersey or pursue music full time in California and relinquish the farm to sale. I still wonder what life would have looked like had I stayed\, but who can resist the gold rush? Besides\, I plan to get back there one day on another farm with some other red barn. \nMy music comes from life’s moments — smelling 4 acres of freshly cut grass\, watching the steam from a horse’s breath in the early morning\, finally holding the neck of my guitar after holding bridles and worn wooden handles all day. 4000 acres of freshly burnt wildfire\, watching the steam from the Pacific Ocean’s breath in the early morning\, finally holding the neck of my guitar after clutching the worn steering wheel of the tour van all day. \nNow my reality is in Bonny Doon\, CA\, where mountains meet the sea. I am in my recording studio\, aptly named Hippie Cowboy\, every day. Slow and steady; keep it fun\, stay engaged. All for the moment when the song finally sounds right. My dad passed away a couple years ago — his bullwhip is on the wall\, his Harley is in the driveway. He visits me in dreams\, and oh\, the moment I wake up! Sometimes I write for him. Sometimes for my mom\, who I hope will move out to California soon. Maybe she could volunteer at an equestrian center… \nA person is made from their moments\, like their music is made. I know this is a bio but I shouldn’t have to say much. Listen to the record. If I’ve done my job well\, you will know me by the end. \n \nIf you love country music\, then you’re in the right place! join us for Sean Carson! \n \n 
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-5-31-joe-kaplow-sean-carson/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T120000
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 5/29 - Jack Barksdale
DESCRIPTION:American Songwriter wrote “Jack Barksdale has insights and awareness far beyond people twice his age\, and he’s able to put them into songs that touch listeners.” NPR.org said “Jack Barksdale is special.” and Twangville added\, “It’s hard to escape the impressive maturity of his musicianship and songwriting.” \nJack Barksdale is a 17 year old folk/Americana singer/songwriter from Texas. Inspired by folk\, rock\, and blues legends\, Jack started performing original music at the age of nine and has already shared the stage with Wynonna Judd\, Ray Wylie Hubbard\, Junior Brown\, John Fullbright\, and Hayes Carll. \nRecently Jack signed a record deal with Truly Handmade Records\, formed by the estate of Guy Clark. Jack will release a full length album under Truly Handmade Records in June of 2025 featuring many notable guest artists. In September 2024 Jack released his 2nd EP “Out of Order and in October 2023 Jack launched a 7 song instrumental EP entitled Phantom Trails.” \nHis previous single “Gone” has garnered well over 2.8 million streams on Spotify and was featured on Apple Music’s ‘Southern Craft’ playlist. \nIn 2020 Jack launched a podcast focused on songwriters and songwriting called Jack Barksdale’s Roots Revival Podcast. \nJack tours nationally and wows audiences with lyrics wise beyond his years. Jack plays guitar\, slide guitar\, harmonica\, mandolin\, piano\, and ukulele\, but identifies first and foremost as a songwriter. \nHis musical influences include Lead Belly\, Howlin’ Wolf\, Townes Van Zandt\, Guy Clark\, Tom Waits\, Leonard Cohen\, Johnny Cash\, The Carter Family\, and Willie Nelson.
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-5-29-jack-barksdale/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 5/28 - James Margolis
DESCRIPTION:Musician\, Songwriter\, Producer James Margolis joins us this day. \nhttps://youtu.be/3QnWmmSxLvc?si=7IQ4LmlEDt7Ez1Lb
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-5-28-james-margolis/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T120000
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 5/27 - Zack Miles / Lazarus Lake
DESCRIPTION:Zack Miles is a Singer/songwriter with folk\, americana\, and bluegrass influence. Coffee-core. \n \nLazarus Lake\, the alt-country outfit of singer/songwriter Michael Jones\, arrives with its debut record Family Tree\, out May 30th\, 2025 on Kindness Records. \nBlending homespun southern rock with the no-frills directness of Americana tradition\, Family Tree explores the ties that bind and the ways that they’re strained—with an eye to redeem the moments when life falls apart and to keep alive the memory of loved ones lost. \nFamily Tree is a record built on the back of long nights and longer weeks in the years that Jones spent gigging solo and in country bands in and around Knoxville\, TN through the first half of the decade. The debut record focuses on offering stories of loss and growth that are guided by a gentle hand. \nCovering adoration\, regret\, grief\, and everything in between\, these songs frame the simple\, elegant core of the album: even as it ends—and regardless of how you feel about it at any given time—your family is forever.
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-5-27-zack-miles-lazarus-lake/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T120000
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 5/24 - John M / Rino Calandra
DESCRIPTION:Music Connection Magazine named JOHN M as one of the “Top 100 Unsigned Live Acts\,” twice! (In 2018. and again in 2023.) \nJohn M is endorsed by G-7 Capos\, FISHMAN Trnsducers Inc\, and CAD Microphones. \nExperienced and confident. His songs are well crafted\, and take you back to a time when it was about the music. Mixing well placed licks between delicious melodies\, his vocals are straight-forward and his stories compelling. Pierce Brochetti— Music Connection Magazine\, August\, 20 \nPERFORMANCE CREDITS include the Bluebird Café\, (Nashville)\,True Music Room at Cambria Hotel\, (Nashville\,) Blue Plate Special\, (WDVX Knoxville\,) Eddie’s Attic (Atlanta)\, \, Coffee Gallery and Russ & Julie’s House concerts\, (Los Angeles)\, plus numerous other venues and live radio & TV appearances in nearly all 50 states. \nEqually comfortable fronting a band or performing solo with just his 12 string & 6 string guitars and his voice\, he has a captivating and riveting stage presence. \n \nMy name is Rino Calandra and I am originally from Genoa (Italy). Passion for Music and guitars made me move to USA\, and since 2014 I live in Nashville (Tennessee). I am a fingerstyle guitar player and singer songwriter. I played in many shows\, and festival in Europe\, Canada\, and here in the United States. In addition to be a musician\, I started (back in 2012) the activity of “guitar hunter”. Looking for guitars that were requested of me. Vintage \, limited edition\, left hand\, and more. Starting this with acquaintances and friends: to then build a real clientele (expecially in Italy). This made me also passionate about the art of building a guitar\, the diversity of woods\, and the whole process to achieve this. My future plan is to open a left-handed (and right-handed) guitar shop here in Nashville. I also worked for Gibson guitar for a short time\, but it didn’t work out. Playing the guitar completely changed my life. It gave me the chance to be myself\, communicate (when I didn’t yet speak English)\, meet people\, and have something to bring all my emotions to. I’m currently working on my new instrumental guitar record\, continuing my activity as a guitar hunter\, purchasing guitars for my future shop\, and living my life in Nashville.
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-5-24-john-m-rino-calandra/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T120000
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 5/22 - Matt Morelock
DESCRIPTION:East Tennessee’s Own Matt Morelock joins us this day for The WDVX Blue Plate Special with music & merriment.
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-5-22-matt-morelock/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T120000
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SUMMARY:The WDVX Blue Plate Special - 5/21 - Ash Taylor / Frank Viele
DESCRIPTION:They say she’s a “Bad Ash.” Ash Taylor is a country music recording artist and award-winning songwriter whose high-energy performances and authentic storytelling have earned her a reputation as one of the most exciting voices in country music today. Born and raised in Bakersfield\, California—the home of the legendary Bakersfield Sound—Ash grew up inspired by icons like Buck Owens\, Loretta Lynn\, Brandy Clark\, and Gretchen Wilson. Driven by a passion for music\, she sold everything she owned to move to Nashville\, Tennessee\, where she began building her career from the ground up. From sleeping in her car to playing honky-tonks on Lower Broadway to nationwide touring\, Ash’s determination and talent have taken her from humble beginnings to stages across the country. \nKnown for her relatable lyrics and electrifying performances\, Ash has toured extensively and continues to perform as part of her Stuck on Indiana tour\, captivating fans with her signature California country sound. She’s played at renowned venues such as The Bluebird Cafe and shared the stage with artists like Colt Ford\, Elvie Shane\, and Aly Walker. Her debut EP\, Bakersfield\, climbed to #60 on the iTunes Top 100 Country Albums chart and earned her recognition from the Bakersfield Country Music Awards. Ash has also penned songs for artists like Big Smo\, Ryan Larkins\, Noah Smith\, and guitar legend Johnny Hiland\, showcasing her versatility as a songwriter. \nIn addition to her growing list of achievements\, Ash is a dedicated mentor\, teaching songwriting masterclasses at colleges and universities and continued-learning campuses nationwide\, including Sweetwater Headquarters in Fort Wayne\, Indiana. Her passion for connecting with people is reflected not only in her music but also in her ability to bring real stories and emotions to life on stage as well as in the hands of the other musicians and writers she guides and teaches. Ash lives in Nashville with her husband\, Chris—her lead guitar player and band leader—and their golden retriever\, Melody (Mel). Whether she’s performing at a sold-out venue or writing her next hit\, Ash Taylor continues to inspire fans with her grit\, heart\, and undeniable talent. \n \nFrank Viele’s brand of New England blues rock tugs at the heartstrings\, pulling the listener on a surprise journey that transcends genre. \nYet even as he’s racked up accolades over the past 7 years — including New England Music Awards for Album of the Year\, Male Performer of the Year\, Songwriter of The Year (X2)\, and Live Act of The Year for gutsy\, gritty tracks like “Broken Love Song” and “‘Til The Bourbon’s All Gone” — he’s rarely paused to savor the moment before moving on to yet another tour\, album\, or collaboration. \nIt wasn’t until the pandemic hit in early 2020 and he was forced to hunker down that Viele realized that time itself was the world’s most precarious\, yet precious\, resource. \nAt that time\, Viele embarked on a writing-and-recording journey with Jimmy Nutt (Jason Isbell\, American Aquarium\, The Dead South) and James LeBlanc (Travis Tritt\, Will Hoge\, Tim McGraw\, Faith Hill\, Dylan LeBlanc\, Kid Rock\, Rascal Flatts) of Muscle Shoals\, Alabama. Within this co-writing collaborative partnership\, Viele approached each new song slowly\, intentionally\, and with an open mind\, challenging himself to transcend the limits of genre and industry expectations. \nIn 2021\, a handful songs that he had started recording in Connecticut\, and finished at Nutthouse Recording Studios in Muscle Shoals\, were brought to life in the 2021 EP “Time Is A Thief.” This EP won him the coveted New England Music Award for “Songwriter of The Year” for the second time and acted as a prequel to Viele’s upcoming full-length 2023 album. \nIn January 2023\, the first track off Viele’s forthcoming\, 13-song album completed in Nutthouse Recording Studios\, “Hearts We Left Behind”\, came out in January of 2023 and was featured on Boston’s Country 102.5 as their “Song Of The Week”. “Hearts” continues to receive critical acclaim citing Viele’s strength as a storyteller and his signature vocal delivery. \n“Frank Viele continues to astound with his new single entitled “Hearts We Left Behind” and has once again crafted a classic. Viele is a consummate wordsmith. His songs contain magic dust capable of spinning webs of musical ecstasy.” (MyAmpMusic.co) \nThe “magic dust” they are referring to has been gathered from experiences on the road and in venues across the country. Viele built his sound and narrated his journey while constantly touring the United States\, playing hundreds of shows each year and sharing the stage with artists such as John Waite\, Jeffrey Gaines\, Lee DeWyze\, Zach Myers of Shinedown\, Bob Marley’s Wailers\, Howie Day\, Xavier Rudd\, Ingrid Michaelson\, Tony Lucca\, Pat McGee\, and Blues Traveler\, among others\, since the release of his first solo album in 2015. \nBut Frank Viele’s musical journey starts long before that… Fondly listening to his grandmother play piano as a child and later reinvigorated as a teenager inspired by his older brother’s taste in music and an acoustic guitar he left behind when he moved to the West Coast\, Viele developed a deep appreciation for a wide range of genres including rock\, blues\, folk\, and country. \nHe began writing his own music as a teenager and quickly developed a knack for crafting deeply personal and emotive songs that spoke to the human experience. \nAfter honing his craft fronting New York City based Jam/Funk/Rock Outfit “Frank Viele & The Manhattan Project”\, Viele released his debut solo album “Fall Your Way” in 2015\, which was met with critical acclaim including 2 New England Music Awards for Album of The Year and Male Performer of The Year. (On top of the Live Act of The Year Award he had received in 2014). \nStacking up additional accolades on the road in 2016\, Frank Viele won the Deli Magazine award for “New England’s Best Emerging Folk/Soul Act”. He then released his second solo album\, “What’s His Name?” which made it’s way onto the AMA Charts and Relix National Jam Radio Charts carried by the single\, “Pomegranate”. \nThe Album\, “What’s His Name?” won Frank Viele the New England Music Award for “Songwriter of The Year” which paved this Connecticut musician’s path to Muscle Shoals\, Alabama where he began the next chapter of his writing and recording journey. \nViele’s music is characterized not only by his powerful vocals\, soulful guitar playing\, and poignant lyrics\, but also its deep honesty. This is an artist who is not afraid of wearing his heart on his sleeve\, and dig deep into the joys and struggles of life. He has been praised for his ability to blend elements of folk\, blues\, and rock into a unique sound that is both timeless and contemporary. Over the years\, Viele has built a dedicated fanbase thanks to his dynamic live performances and his ability to connect with his audience on a deeply personal level. \nWith several albums under his belt and a growing reputation as one of the most exciting voices in Americana music\, Frank Viele continues to push the boundaries of what it means to be a modern singer-songwriter. Whether he’s performing on stage or in the studio\, he approaches his music with a passion and intensity that is infectious\, making more and more folks take notice…one stage at a time.
URL:https://wdvx.com/event/the-wdvx-blue-plate-special-5-21-ash-taylor-frank-viele/
LOCATION:WDVX\, 301 S. Gay Street\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Live Show,WDVX Blue Plate Special
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