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Arc & Stones Premiers Video for ‘Now Or Never’

Nashville indie rockers Arc & Stones have released the official music video for their new single "Now Or Never." An upbeat rock anthem, the song harkens...

Thee Sacred Souls – “Easier Said Than Done” : Keith’s DJ...

Keith's DJ pick this week is "Easier Said Than Done" by Thee Sacred Souls! Thee Sacred Souls is a retro-soul trio from San Diego, CA....

DJ Picks of the Week (2/23-2/27)

Stephanie: Ratboys- “Penny in the Lake”  Stephanie’s DJ pick of the week, Penny in the Lake by Ratboys, is filled with joyful twang and hopeful...
Gavin Degraw Friday Afternoon Live

Gavin DeGraw – Friday Afternoon Live (7/29/22)

Gavin DeGraw joined our own Lightning Casey on Skydeck this past Friday for Lightning 100's Friday Afternoon Live! Degraw was last week's featured Local...

Bear Hands “Intrusive Thoughts” – Steph’s DJ Pick of the Week

Steph’s DJ pick of the week is "Intrusive Thoughts" by Bear Hands After a long hibernation, the bear returns with a new vibrant track for...

Carey Ott – Nocona

Jayson's DJ pick is the title track to new Carey Ott's latest release, "Nocona". Check it out & let us know what you think...

New Music Monday 6/23/25

Tonight we're checking out Unknown Mortal Orchestra's new EP, HAIM's new album, plus new songs from Lorde, Wednesday, Cass McCombs, and much more! New Music...
Darrin Bradbury

Darrin Bradbury — “Shiny Town”: DJ Pick of the Week

"Shiny Town" by Darrin Bradbury is Casey's DJ pick of the week! Bradbury is based in East Nashville and is known for his humorous,...

The Palms – Warning Sign

Lt. Dan reporting for duty with my DJ pick of the week from LA-based psych-pop band The Palms. You may recognize them from their...

Dylan Smucker – Old Letters

Nashville country singer, songwriter Dylan Smucker is no stranger to the Music City hustle. He previously played in local rock outfit Iron Vessel before...

The 615 – 4/14/25

This week on the615, Casey introduces Fealty as our new Local Artist of the Week! We also heard tracks from Cinema Stereo, Visit Neptune,...
Tune in to 100.1 FM or lightning100.com all day to hear “You Never Know” by Iron & Wine, Dan’s DJ Pick of the Week!

Iron & Wine “You Never Know” – Dan’s DJ Pick of...

Dan’s DJ pick of the week is Iron & Wine’s “You Never Know!” Gearing up for a full album release on April 26, 2024,...

Charlie Abbott – Ugly Little Sunflower

Adam here with my DJ pick of the week from Nashville's own Charlie Abbott. “Ugly Little Sunflower” is the title track from his forthcoming...

Pete Yorn – Lost Weekend

Jason Moon here with my DJ pick of the week! This week it’s Pete Yorn with his single ‘Lost Weekend’ off of his new...

Casey’s DJ Pick Of The Week – “Connection” – Jill Andrews

Casey's DJ pick this week is "Connection" by Jill Andrews. With a driving beat and feel-good lyrics, this indie-pop tune will put a smile...

Freak Slug – “Liquorice” – Steph’s DJ Pick of the Week

Steph’s DJ pick of the week is “Liquorice” by Freak Slug! Freak Slug, also known as Xenya Genovese, is not afraid to lean into the...

Silicone Boone – Found You

Casey here with my DJ pick of the week from up-and-coming artist Silicone Boone. “Found You” is the lead single from his debut LP The...

Amanda Shires – The Way It Dimmed

Lt Dan Buckley here casting my vote today for Amanda Shires! Her new album My Piece of Land is fantastic! Produced by Dave Cobb...

Franz Ferdinand – Always Ascending

Hey, it's Keith Coes with my DJ pick of the week! It's new track from the Glasgow five-piece Franz Ferdinand. The band recently announced their new lineup after...

Beach Bunny “Tunnel Vision” – Jayson’s DJ Pick of the Week

Jayson’s DJ Pick of the Week is “Tunnel Vision” by Beach Bunny! Beach Bunny is an American rock band known for their pop punk ballads...