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Dreaded Laramie: Local Artist of the Week

You ever hear something, and just think "that feels right?" This fuzz-pop band of newcomers feels like exactly what the indie scene in Nashville...

The Voodoo Children – Let’s Get Married

As they gear up for their EP, Instant Nostalgia, The Voodoo Children release "Let's Get Married" in tribute to JT and Jo Daly's relationship....

The Secret Sisters Perform Live in-studio

Friday’s are usually big days for musicians but had a particularly busy day last Friday. Between an album release, an in-store performance at...

Jeremi Duran – Don’t Take It So Seriously

Nashville indie rocker Jeremi Duran (formerly of Schools) has released his debut single “Don’t Take It So Seriously” ahead of his self titled EP...

Clem Snide – Don’t Bring No Ladder

Local artist of the week Clem Snide is the brainchild of Nashville musician Eef Barzelay. The band originally formed in Boston as a three-piece...

Intern Picks of the Week – 2/25/20

We're back for this week's Intern Picks! Tune in every week for updates on what we're listening to! Chloe's Pick Natalie Madigan - Remember Why You...

The Daybreaks – 2 Kids

Over the last two years, local artist of the week The Daybreaks have hustled their way around the US, growing their fanbase by touring...

Mike Maimone – Garbougie

Local artist of the week Mike Maimone is a singer, songwriter and session musician who recently transplanted from Chicago. He averages more than 100...

Future Thieves Share Stripped Down Version of Out The Other Side

Nashville alt rockers Future Thieves have shared a stripped down, acoustic performance of their song “Out The Other Side,” recorded at the ONErpm...

Mercy Bell – Skip To The Part

Local artist of the week Mercy Bell describes her music as electric folk for the 21st century. Bell's sound draws influence from traditional roots...
The Criticals in studio

The Criticals perform “Kansas City” and “Kate Moss” live in studio

Between releasing their debut EP and playing a headlining gig at the Analog at the Hutton Hotel, local rock band The Criticals had a...

Darrin Bradbury – The Trouble With Time (feat. Margo Price)

Local artist of the week Darrin Bradbury writes real American music about real American life. As a self-proclaimed “folk satirist” Bradbury tells his oddball...

John Salaway Interview and In-Studio Performance

John Salaway joined Lightning 100 last Thursday, January 23rd, to talk about his newest album, Americana Dreams. He also performed two songs from the...

Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors – Dragons

Local artist of the week Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors have earned their place as Americana icons, releasing more than ten albums and selling...

Nordista Freeze talks Space Prom & debuts his new song

Nordista Freeze doesn’t always wake up early on Mondays, but when he does, it’s to talk about Space Prom on Lightning in the Morning. The...

Bre Kennedy teases new music and performs “Strings Attached” and “Intuition”...

With an amazing year behind her, Bre Kennedy is showing no signs of slowing down with new music and exciting shows coming up in...

The Rally Club Perform Live in-studio

The Rally Club stopped by the Lightning 100 studio before their show at The Basement East to discuss their upcoming album, favorite records, and...

Sam Johnston – Isabelle

Local artist of the week Sam Johnston originally hails from Texas where much of his music inspiration began. Johnston seamlessly blends modern soul, blues...

Josh Rouse – New York Holiday

Local artist of the week acclaimed singer, songwriter Josh Rouse recently released his first-ever holiday album titled The Holiday Sounds of Josh Rouse. The original nine...

Anderson East – Hold On, I’m Comin’

Local artist of the week Anderson East can officially join the ranks of Nashville’s best musicians after selling out Ryman Auditorium last fall. He...