I’ll be honest, I didn’t always get EDM. Then I went to one show, ended up staying way later than planned, and it felt good to be in that pluribus of good folks just dancing like everyone in there was in on the same little secret. So, if you’ve been curious (or already deep in it), we put together a guide to EDM shows around Nashville to help you find your next late-night adventure.

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EDM SHOWS IN NASHVILLE

Nashville might be known for guitars and heartbreak, but don’t get it twisted, this city goes feral for bass drops. On any given night, you can trade cowboy boots for earplugs and end up in a dark room somewhere watching a DJ absolutely melt faces.

From rooftop vibes at SkyDeck to short escapes outside of town at The Caverns, the EDM scene here is loud, sweaty, and booming. Whether you’re chasing house, dubstep, techno, or something that just sounds like robots fighting in a thunderstorm, here’s a few ideas to help you to get on the dance floor.

• WED - ODD MOB at BROOKLYN BOWL

• THU - U, ME & UKG at NIGHT WE MET

• FRI - WITCHZ at BASEMENT EAST (WIN)

• SAT - PRESSURE at LULO SOUNDROOM

• SAT - CLUB 90s PRESENTS HEATED RIVALRAVE (WIN)

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