East of 8th Music Blog

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Kashena Sampson Illuminates Her Evolution with Ghost of Me Kashena Sampson marked the release of Ghost of Me at Eastside Bowl, bridging her Americana roots with a darker, cinematic sound.

Concert Review: At Eastside Bowl, Kashena Sampson unveiled "Ghost of Me" in its entirety, bridging her Americana beginnings with a bold, introspective new sound. The evening reflected both transformation and continuity, reminding listeners that her voice remains one of Nashville’s most commanding.

Fresh Finds From East of 8th – October 2025: Six Standout New Releases Discover new music in Fresh Finds From East of 8th – October 2025 featuring Charlotte Sands, Common People, Magic Wands, Ferguson, and more!

Explore new alt-pop, indie, and rock tracks in Fresh Finds From East of 8th October 2025, featuring Charlotte Sands, Common People, Magic Wands, FERGUSON, Friendship Commanders, and Scarlet Nicole.

Stream all six songs now on our Fresh Finds playlist!

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Jade LeMac Brings Emotional Precision to Nashville's The Pinnacle Jade LeMac showed emotional depth and vocal clarity at The Pinnacle in Nashville while previewing songs from her new EP It’s Always at Night.

Concert Review: Jade LeMac showed emotional depth and vocal clarity at The Pinnacle in Nashville while previewing songs from her upcoming EP "It’s Always at Night.

#altpop #bedroompop #concertreview #music #musicblog

In Color Paints Bright Alt-Pop on Snow Day EP Nashville alt-pop band In Color joins Big Loud Rock with Snow Day, a six-song debut EP blending polished pop hooks with emerging confidence.

Nashville-based alt-pop band In Color makes its
Big Loud Rock debut with Snow Day, a tight six-song EP built on layered melodies, infectious hooks, and early flashes of artistic confidence.

#altpop #albumreview #nashvillemusic #nashville

J.Fla’s Moon Eater EP Blends Raw Emotion with Vintage Edge South Korean artist J.Fla steps beyond her viral roots with Moon Eater, a self-produced EP blending alt-pop and rock with raw, emotive vocals.

Known for her massive YouTube following, South Korean singer-producer J.Fla breaks new ground with her Moon Eater EP.

Written, produced, and recorded entirely in her Seoul studio, the record blends cinematic pop energy with rock grit, revealing an artist stepping fully into her own light.

Goon’s Dream 3 Tour Hits The East Room in Nashville At The East Room, Goon showcased their new album Dream 3 in their first Nashville headlining set, blending intimacy with heavier moments.

Concert review: Goon brought their Dream 3 Tour to The East Room for their first headlining show in the Nashville.

The set mirrored the shape of their latest album, building patiently from restrained beginnings into louder moments of release.

Breakaway Alabama 2025: Schedule, Afters & Festival Updates Breakaway Alabama comes to Huntsville Oct. 3–4 with The Chainsmokers, Kaskade, SLANDER & DJ Diesel. Get schedules, afters, tickets & more!

Festival Update: Breakaway Alabama makes its debut October 3–4 at the The Orion Amphitheater and Apollo Park. We’ve got the latest updates, including daily schedules, afters, Silent Disco details, and ticket info for Huntsville’s first Breakaway weekend!

#huntsville #edmmusic #edm #musicfestival

My Chemical Romance Nashville 2026: The Black Parade Tour My Chemical Romance brings The Black Parade 2026 to Nissan Stadium in Nashville on August 13. Tickets go on sale tomorrow at noon local time.

Preview: My Chemical Romance will bring The Black Parade 2026 tour to Nissan Stadium on August 13. Tickets for all dates, including the Nashville stop, go on sale tomorrow at 12 p.m. local time.

#mcr #mychemicalromance #nashville #concert

Evan Honer Broadens His Sound on Everything I Wanted Evan Honer expands his sound on Everything I Wanted, balancing indie and alt-pop textures with the raw storytelling that defines his music.

On Everything I Wanted, Evan Honer blends indie and alt-pop textures with the plainspoken writing that built his audience. Read our full album review:

#albumreview #newmusic #musicblog

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Public Circuit Brings Modern Church Tour to Nashville’s Cobra Public Circuit’s Modern Church tour stop at Nashville’s Cobra turned the dive into an underground party powered by synths and punk energy.

At Cobra Nashville, Public Circuit’s Modern Church tour felt less like a club show and more like an underground warehouse party fueled by synth and punk.

#concertreview #synthmusic #nashville

Preview: Jillian Jacqueline’s Second MOTHER Show in Nashville Jillian Jacqueline’s second MOTHER Show comes to Nashville Oct. 19 with Martina McBride, Elle King, Caitlyn Smith, Lucie Silvas, and more!

Preview: Jillian Jacqueline returns with the second MOTHER Show on October 19 at Riverside Revival Nashville, joined by Martina McBride, Elle King, Caitlyn Smith, Lucie Silvas, and more in support of Family Alliance in Music.

#nashville #nashvilleconcert #concert #music

Fresh Finds: Medium Build, Tristen, Phantogram & More New music from Tristen, Medium Build, Phantogram, and Ruen Brothers in this week’s Fresh Finds From East of 8th playlist update.

New music from Tristen, Medium Build, Phantogram w/Whethan, and Ruen Brothers in this week’s Fresh Finds From East of 8th playlist update.

Check out our full article to learn more about each artist!

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#newmusic #spotifyplaylist #music #musicblog

👀 That Rodney Crowell "& Friends" set at AmericanaFest looks very interesting now...

Fresh Finds From East of 8th: Kashena Sampson, Die Spitz & More Fresh Finds returns with new music from Kashena Sampson, Smokey Brights, Die Spitz, Lydia Luce, & Queen Anne. Stream the full playlist now!

The Fresh Finds playlist returns with new music from Kashena Sampson, Smokey Brights, Die Spitz, Lydia Luce, & Queen Anne Band. Find out more about each artist & stream the full playlist now!

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#newmusic #spotifyplaylist #musicblog

MOLLYWATER: From Nashville Sets to Breakaway Alabama Meet MOLLYWATER, a rising Nashville DJ & producer making her mark with charting singles, memorable live sets, and exciting future tour dates!

ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Nashville DJ and producer MOLLYWATER is on the rise, with Beatport-charting singles, dynamic live sets, and upcoming performances including direct support for SIPPY at The Office in Nashville & a festival slot at Breakaway Music Festival in Huntsville Alabama.

#edm #dubstep

Concert Review: Park National Live At Arcane Workshop Park National brought songs from "You Have To Keep Searching" to Nashville’s Arcane Workshop, mixing DIY intimacy with ambitious sound.

At Nashville’s Arcane Workshop, Park National performed tracks from his latest album, "You Have To Keep Searching," alongside older favorites.

The DIY setting fit the artist's independent style, but the music carried the scale and ambition of a project bound for bigger stages.

Deep Tropics 2025 Saturday Recap: Liquid Stranger & Subtronics Saturday at Deep Tropics 2025 blended Nashville’s EDM talent with national heavyweights, highlighted by Liquid Stranger and Subtronics!

Saturday at Deep Tropics 2025 brought Nashville heat & community, with sets from MOLLYWATER, Cruel Mistress, Ash Lauryn, Fiera, Zen Selekta, Heyz, LYNY, Liquid Stranger, and Subtronics. From local talent to global headliners, the festival closed with energy, bass & connection

Photo by Mason Crisp

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Deep Tropics 2025 Friday Recap: Lane 8 & Alison Wonderland in Nashville Friday at Deep Tropics 2025: Maddy O’Neal, Lane 8’s golden hour, and Alison Wonderland’s trap-heavy finale lit up Nashville.

Friday at Deep Tropics 2025 set the tone for a weekend of music and community in Nashville.

From Maddy O'Neal’s bass-filled explorations to Lane 8’s golden hour and Alison Wonderland’s trap-heavy finale, the festival balanced artistry, energy, and connection in every corner.
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Hinterland 2025 Sunday Recap: Lana Del Rey, Bleachers & More Relive Hinterland 2025's Sunday with sets from Orla Gartland, Wyatt Flores, Sierra Ferrell, Bleachers, Lana Del Rey, and more!

The final day of Hinterland Music Festival brought perfect weather & unforgettable performances from Orla Gartland, Wyatt Flores, Sierra Ferrell, Bleachers, Lana Del Rey, and more!

#musicfestival #concertphotography #livemusic

Hinterland 2025: Saturday Highlights & Late-Night Memories Saturday at Hinterland 2025 brought country roots, indie dreamscapes, and an unforgettable Campfire Stage, from Kacey Musgraves to Nordista Freeze.

Saturday at Hinterland Music Festival 2025 featured Willow Avalon, Gigi Perez, The Marías, Kacey Musgraves, and a wild Campfire Stage with Nordista Freeze + more!

#musicfestival #concertphotography #music

Friday At Hinterland: Tyler, the Creator, Clairo, Rebecca Black & More! Friday at Hinterland 2025 delivered standout sets from Rebecca Black, Remi Wolf, Clairo, and Tyler, the Creator—here’s what we saw.

Our first trip to Hinterland Music Festival was worth the drive!

Friday brought fierce pop, dreamy indie & one of the best headlining sets we’ve seen all year.

Check out our full recap and photos from day one—featuring Rebecca Black (twice!), Royel Otis, Remi Wolff, Clairo, & Tyler, The Creator

Girl Tones Light Up Brooklyn Bowl in Fiery Nashville Homecoming Girl Tones’ electrifying set at Nashville’s Brooklyn Bowl sparks bold comparisons to local rock icons. Check out our full review + photos!

Girl Tones Light Up Brooklyn Bowl in Fiery Nashville Homecoming:

We don’t usually go in for bold declarations—but Girl Tones' set at Brooklyn Bowl Nashville demanded comparisons to some current rock icons. Read our full review and check out photos from their Nashville homecoming to find out who!

Hinterland 2025 Updates: Set times, Campfire Stage & More! With Hinterland Music Festival 2025 kicking off this weekend, we've gathered all the latest updates—from set times and late-night Campfire Stage acts to camping logistics, afterparties, and more!

With Hinterland Music Festival 2025 (Saint Charles, Iowa) kicking off this weekend with Tyler, The Creator, Kacey Musgraves & Lana Del Rey, we've gathered all the latest updates—from set times and late-night Campfire Stage acts to camping logistics, afterparties, and more!

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ZAC FARRO LIVE AT THE BLUE ROOM IN NASHVILLE At a sold-out Blue Room show, Zac Farro introduced "Operator" with an immersive, rhythm-driven set that showcased his new solo vision.

Last Saturday, Zac Farro brought his new album "Operator" to life at The Blue Room in Nashville with a sold-out release show that leaned into rhythm, intention, and a fully formed musical identity.

Read our full review and see all our photos!

#Nashvillemusicscene #concertphotos #concert

Robert’s Western World Fan Fair Set for August 4 Robert’s Western World Fan Fair returns August 4 with Marcus King, Brazilbilly, and more. Free, all-ages block party on Lower Broadway.

Robert’s Western World Fan Fair Set for August 4 in Nashville with free music all day from Marcus King, Elizabeth Cook, JesseLee Jones -Brazilbilly & more—plus two-stepping, tattoos, and $6 Recession Specials (bologna, chips & a PBR).

#nashville #musiccity #countrymusic #freeconcert

PAUL MCDONALD: LIVE AT SKINNY DENNIS IN NASHVILLE At Skinny Dennis, Paul McDonald played his new album in full, blending catharsis, joy, and connection during a heartfelt release show.

PAUL MCDONALD: LIVE AT SKINNY DENNIS IN NASHVILLE

From string-snapping energy to heartfelt storytelling, Paul McDonald’s "So Long to the Dark Side" release show at Skinny Dennis was a celebration of light, love, and letting go.

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“Oh, Anna” by Dasha: A Heartfelt Reflection on Fame and Renewal Dasha’s rise from viral sensation to country star continues with “Oh, Anna,” a vulnerable reflection on fame and rediscovery

New Music: DASHA’s rise from viral sensation to country star continues with “Oh, Anna,” a vulnerable reflection on fame and rediscovery, showcasing her growth as an artist. Listen & learn more in our feature!

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Deep Tropics Music Festival 2025: New Announcements & Updates Deep Tropics 2025 reveals exciting late-night performances, a sustainability summit, & a FEMME HOUSE collaboration. We have all the updates!

Festival Update: Deep Tropics 2025 reveals exciting late-night performances, a sustainability summit, & a FEMME HOUSE collaboration. With immersive after-parties, global talent, and sustainability initiatives, this year’s festival offers a unique experience for music lovers and changemakers alike.