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The 615 – 6/7/25

This week on the615, Casey introduced Bean. as our new Local Artist of the Week! We also heard tracks from Late Night Television, Sam Palladio, Lilly Winwood, and many more. Tune in every Monday and Saturday from 6pm to 8pm for the615! Special thanks to our sponsor SAE Institute! https://www.mixcloud.com/Lightning100/the615-nashvilles-independent-radio-show-060725/ Molly Tuttle...

“No Rain No Flowers” The Black Keys– Rev’s DJ Pick of...

Rev's DJ pick of the week is "No Rain No Flowers" by The Black Keys! Legendary rock duo Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney are nearing 30 years together as The Black Keys. The band hails from Ohio and blends gritty blues with striking visuals for each album they release. Their...
Trauna-Runner

Trauna “Runner” – Casey’s DJ Pick of the Week

“Runner” by Trauna is Casey’s DJ pick of the week! Trauna is a local band formed by Connor Robertson and Liz Freel. Created during the COVID-19 lockdown, the duo decided to work together so Robertson could hone in on his production skills while also bringing Freel’s songs to life. Their...

The 615 – 6/2/25

This week on the615, Casey introduced Bean. as our new Local Artist of the Week! We also heard tracks from Trauna, Jill Pill, The Band CAMINO, and many more. Tune in every Monday and Saturday from 6pm to 8pm for the615! Special thanks to our sponsor SAE Institute! Thom Chapman "Dopamine" Tiger Run...
"Had To Cry Today" by Lilly Winwood

Lilly Winwood “Had To Cry Today” – Dan’s DJ Pick of...

Dan’s DJ pick of the week is “Had To Cry Today” by Lilly Winwood! Lilly Winwood blends folk, americana, and southern rock elements into a fresh yet classic sound. The Nashville-based singer-songwriter is the daughter of legendary rocker Steve Winwood. That said, she forged her own path through expressive vocals...
Girl Tones - "Blame"

Girl Tones “Blame” – Jayson’s DJ Pick of the Week

By Quin Robinson - June 3, 2025 “Blame” by Girl Tones is Jayson’s DJ pick of the week! Girl Tones is a two-piece rock duo hailing from right here in Music City. The band consists of two sisters, Kenzie and Laila. Both sisters got their start as classically trained musicians. Kenzie...

Bean. “Beautiful Mind” – Local Artist of the Week

Lightning 100 is excited to announce Bean. as our Frothy Monkey Local Artist of the Week with their song “Beautiful Mind”! Bean. is a funk four-piece based out of Nashville, featuring Kobe Miyake, Jake Robuck, Harrison Finks, and Mateyko Jazwinski. They’ve been flying under the radar since 2023, releasing singles jam packed...

The 615 – 5/19/25

This week on the 615, Casey introduces almost a.m. as our new Local Artist of the Week! We also have tracks from Ricki, Tommy Prine, Really Regular, and many more. Tune in every Monday and Saturday from 6pm to 8pm for the 615! Special thanks to our sponsor, SAE Institute! https://www.mixcloud.com/Lightning100/the615-nashvilles-independent-radio-show-051925/ Stefanie...

The 615 – 5/10/25

This week on the 615, Casey introduces Felix Tandem as our new Local Artist of the Week! We also have tracks from Phiz, Kacy Musgraves, Arts Fishing Club, and many more. Tune in every Monday and Saturday from 6pm to 8pm for the 615! Special thanks to our sponsor,...

“Green Tea” Old Sea Brigade, Katie Pruitt – Casey’s DJ Pick...

Casey’s DJ pick of the week is "Green Tea" by Old Sea Brigade featuring Katie Pruitt! In his recent release, Old Sea Brigade, know formally as Ben Cramer, is joined by local Nashville artist, Katie Pruitt. Cramer, originally from Atlanta, spent some time living here in Nashville as well, but has...

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, Trauna, and many more. Tune in every Monday and Saturday from 6pm to 8pm for the615! Special thanks to our sponsors Daddy’s Dogs and SAE Institute! https://www.mixcloud.com/Lightning100/the615-nashvilles-independent-radio-show-41524/ MCM Kelly/Steinbruck Trauna "Stonehenge" The Reneaus "Good...

Fealty “Somehow It Feels Like Nothing” – Local Artist of the...

Lightning 100 is excited to announce Fealty as our Frothy Monkey Local Artist of the Week with his song “Somehow It Feels Like Nothing”! Fealty is Nashville based project created by Thad Kopec. The project is Kopec's most recent vision for his musical expression seeks to expand his decade long musical evolution...

Ricki “Stardust Baby” – Casey’s DJ Pick of the Week

Casey’s DJ pick of the week is “Stardust Baby” by Ricki! Nashville’s own Ricki returns with a fresh new single, full of garage pop daydream. Ricki hails from the midwest but moved to East Nashville in the summer of 2018. It was there, in a tiny apartment room, that she...

The 615 – 4/7/25

This week on the615, Casey introduces Liz Longley as our new Local Artist of the Week! We also heard tracks from Phillip-Michael Scales, Buddy Miller, The Watson Twins, and many more. Tune in every Monday and Saturday from 6pm to 8pm for the615! Special thanks to our sponsors Daddy’s Dogs and SAE Institute! https://www.mixcloud.com/Lightning100/the615-nashvilles-independent-radio-show-4725/ Music...

Phillip-Michael Scales “Can’t Get Enough” – Dan’s DJ Pick of the...

Dan’s DJ Pick of the Week is “Can't Get Enough” by Phillip-Michael Scales! Phillip-Michael Scales is a Nashville-based soul singer who has found success through hard work and dedication to his craft. Having played 308 shows in 2018 when he first started hustling as a musician in Chicago, highlights Scales'...