Happy hump-day, Nashville. If your week’s been longer than the line outside Play on a drag brunch Sunday, we are rooting for you to keep your sparkle strong and your weekend energy rising.

Last reminder that we’re sending one lucky reader to the Woodford Reserve Bourbon Experience on February 26th. Think smooth sips, good stories, and zero cover. Throw your name in the hat now (21+), and we’ll help you elevate your next Thursday’s dinner plans.

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• Dust off your Gatsby vibes, Bubbles & Bourbon is rolling into Marathon Music Works February 21st. Sip curated bourbon, champagne & vintage-style cocktails with live jazz while supporting music education. Tickets are flowing, so snag yours fast!*

• Heads up, Nashville… Langhorne Slim’s Dreamin’ Kind Tour lands February 28th at The Basement East. He’s firing up gritty Americana with electric energy and great tunes, plus support from Laney Jones & the Spirits. Perfect night-out vibes, don’t sleep on it.*

• Mark it down, Joe Stamm Band is taking over Exit/In on March 5th. Expect blue-collar country rock with some edge, some soul, and zero pretense. If your ideal night involves twang turned up and amps humming, this one’s calling.*

• Just in: Ani DiFranco brings her acclaimed tour to the Ryman Auditorium on May 1st, joined by the enchanting Valerie June. Raw lyrics, big vibes, and a little musical magic, this show will stick with you.

• Plus other just announced shows from Steve Earl, John Mulaney, Gay Ole Opry, and more!

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• Oscar season is approaching, and Nashville film fans are anticipating A Red Carpet Evening at The Belcourt on March 15th to help raise funds for one of Nashville’s most vibrant arts organizations.

• Attention, curious types and podcast lovers alike, WPLN’s Curious Nashville podcast recently posted a “Best of 10 years” episode that is a must listen, highlighting some of the more oddball stories of our city’s rich history.

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