Alternative papers like Nashville Scene and All the Rage have the scoop on where you can hear live music.

By Jamison Rotch

They don’t call it Music City for nothing. The caliber of musicians, artists and songwriters who call Nashville home is astounding. As a result, the local clubs, bars, coffeehouses and, yes, even karaoke nights are overflowing with eye-popping and ear-pleasing talent. And country music isn’t the only musical game in town. Name a genre – rock, hip-hop, punk – and someone somewhere is playing it in Nashville.

To check out a preview of a week's worth of shows around town, snag a free copy of The Nashville Scene or All The Rage from newsstands and restaurants around the city. Don’t hesitate to ask a local to confirm the location and safety of a venue.

Go to Nashville City Guide