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Laura Reed debuts “Wake Up”

South African born singer/songwriter Laura Reed has been making a name for herself globally with her powerhouse vocals, thought provoking lyricism, and captivating performances. Most recently having...

The New Respects perform “Something To Believe In” [video]

Nashville natives, The New Respects just released "Something To Believe In" off their upcoming sophomore album on Capitol CMG.  The group can be described as...

Sunday Fun Day at Live on the Green 2022!

Don't you just love it when a Sunday feels like a Saturday because it's a holiday weekend? So do we! And so did more...

512 Saturday – 4/1/23

Casey kicks off this special edition of the512 with a little bit of Austin, TX history. You'll also hear tracks from 13th Floor Elevators,...

615 Saturday – 8/5/23

This week on 615 Saturday Casey shares the story of train conductor Casey Jones. He also plays tunes from Death In Venice, Savannah Conley,...
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John Prine – I Remember Everything: Local Artist of the Week

Lightning 100 kicks off the week with Local Artist of the Week John Prine's track "I Remember Everything." The touching ballad actually happens to...

Amy Stroup of Sugar and the Hi-Lows performs Bees Left The...

Amy Stroup of Sugar and the Hi-Lows stops by to chat with Ana Lee about her upcoming show at The Basement East with Caitlyn Smith.  The...

the615 – 5/3/21

This week on the615 Casey celebrates Music City Mayhem 2021 with the full set and interview from new reigning champion, Nordista Freeze. You'll also...

Escondido – Black Roses

Escondido is Nashville, TN based artists Jessica Maros and Tyler James. Recorded live in a single day, their 10-song debut album is due out...

Mountains Like Wax – Messed Up Your Hair

Local artist of the week Mountains Like Wax are no strangers to Lightning 100. Since winning Music City Mayhem in 2016, the band has...

Okey Dokey – “Late Riser”: Local Artist of the Week

For this week's Frothy Monkey Artist of the Week, we're showcasing Okey Dokey with their new single, "Late Riser". The group consists of Johny...
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Tiger Run – La Ti Da: Local Artist of the Week

Tune in all week long to hear “La Ti Da” as we feature Tiger Run as our Local Artist of the Week. Catch it live on-air at 100.1FM on your dial or streaming live at lightning100.com.

Pet Envy: Local Artist of the Week

Pet Envy has been a staple band at Lightning100 since their formation in 2015. We have featured them for their singles “Lunch Money,” “MiddleMan,”...

the615 – 12/12/23

Casey announces Lilly Hiatt as our new Local Artist of the Week on this week's episode of the615. You'll also hear tracks from The...

Sunny Sweeney — “Easy as Hello”: Local Artist of the Week

Contemporary country offers plenty of party jams, but sometimes fans just want a good ole fashioned tear-jerker of a country tune that hits a...

the615 – 8/10/20

On this week's episode of the615 Casey introduces Waker as our new Local Artist of the Week. You'll also hear tracks from Thunder Lily,...
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Elise Davis: Local Artist of the Week

This week’s local artist spotlight shines on Elise Davis, a Nashville based Arkansas native. Davis began writing songs at 12 years old in her...
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Amanda Shires: Local Artist of the Week

This week's local artist spotlight goes to Amanda Shires. The singer-songwriter and violinist started playing music at an early age in her home state...

Allen Thompson Band – Long Time Thinkin’

Local artist of the week The Allen Thompson Band is made up of Allen Thompson, Grayson Downs, Clint Maine, Ray Dunham and Chad Stuible....
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Vlad Holiday “Downtown Baby” – Mel’s DJ Pick of the Week

Mel's DJ Pick of the Week is "Downtown Baby" by Vlad Holiday! This brand new track is the lead single from his debut full-length...