Lil G grew up listening to a variety of musicians and genres that have played an influential role in shaping her signature sound. Although tender in years it is said that Lil G has an 'old soul' and that is reflected in the music that she plays. For some, music is just a way to let out a little bit of energy, but for Lil G it’s so much more than that– it’s a way of life. Lil G visited Nashville all the way from Australia to record her first single and spent some time chatting with us. https://www.lilgretroguitarlife.com https://www.youtube.com/@UCMF1t7fdkHOj5W4QxWA0eOg https://www.facebook.com/guitargem808 Tommy Norman is the Vice President for the Nashville Blues And Roots Alliance, a business leader, as well as a guitarist who has played the clubs on Beale Street and the dive bars in Nashville. Become a member and support the blues with the Nashville Blues And Roots Alliance at http://www.bluesandroots.org.

At just 15, Alex Lee Warner is setting the music scene ablaze with his fiery guitar skills! This teenage virtuoso stepped into the limelight in 2021, igniting his solo career with a passion for the strings that's both raw and soulful. Critics and fans alike have been left in awe, describing Alex's playing as a spellbinding showcase of incredible musicianship. With gut-ripping solos that possess a tone and sound uniquely his own, Alex crafts melodies filled with breathtaking dynamics and a phrasing that captures hearts across genres. https://www.alexleewarnerofficial.com/

Middle Tennessee’s 16 year old multi-genre singer, songwriter, performer & harmonica virtuoso, Kiersi Joli, leaves an exciting impression every time she takes the stage! From her rare, top-level harmonica tone, skill & improvisation techniques to her dynamic vocals accompanied by her acoustic guitar, Kiersi is making waves! To hear her perform live it’s obvious she brings an undeniable unique sound to her original music resulting in a broad fan base of all ages! You definitely want to be sure to keep an eye on Kiersi, as she is on the verge of being one of the next up & coming artists! https://linktr.ee/kiersijoli

Fresh off their win at the 2024 International Blues Challenge, Piper & The Hard Times are on the rise! Core band members Steve Eagon, Dave Colella, and Al 'Piper' Green sit down to chat about coming together as a band nearly 20 years ago and their journey to one of blues music's top honors. https://www.piperandthehardtimes.com

On March 31st, 2024, one of our favorite music venues, Twin Kegs II, closed its doors. The owner, Todd Rossbach, was not just a great supporter of blues music, but of many creative pursuits, hosting spoken word evenings, comedy nights, and songwriter's open mics along with the historic Sunday blues jam. At the last jam at Twin Kegs II, we sat down with several regulars to talk about what made this place so special. Thank you, Todd.

Clenching a red Gibson SG, Grace Bowers expresses emotion through fluid fretwork and raw riff-craft. Instead of resorting to mere words, chords, and leads evoke feelings for the 17-year-old guitarist and band leader. It's why she's quietly emerged as not only a phenomenon on her instrument of choice but also as an enigmatic musical presence. It's why she's been sought after by everyone from Dolly Parton, Lainey Wilson, Devon Allman, Margo Price, Tyler Childers, Kingfish, Susan Tedeschi, and earned acclaim courtesy of Rolling Stone and more. It's why she's about to leave her own mark on music as well. https://www.gracebowers.com https://www.instagram.com/grace__bowers https://www.youtube.com/@UCKQ4QhP2JbpVneGFTX3mDXQ https://www.tiktok.com/@grace__bowers1 Tommy Norman is the Vice President for the Nashville Blues And Roots Alliance, a business leader, as well as a guitarist who has played the clubs on Beale Street and the dive bars in Nashville. You can connect with him on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommynorman/ and on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tommynorman. Become a member and support the blues with the Nashville Blues And Roots Alliance at http://www.bluesandroots.org.

At 22 years old, Sean “Mack” McDonald is one of the younger faces of the blues. He grew up in Augusta, GA where he was introduced to various forms of music through church, relatives, and family friends. After starting out on drums at age 2, he started playing piano at 3 after hearing Ray Charles. 4 years later, he started teaching himself guitar. His influences range from popular musicians such as B.B. King, Muddy Waters, and Louis Jordan to more obscure ones like Bill Jennings, Pete “Guitar” Lewis, and others. https://www.facebook.com/MackTheMusician Tommy Norman is the Vice President for the Nashville Blues And Roots Alliance, a business leader, as well as a guitarist who has played the clubs on Beale Street and the dive bars in Nashville. You can connect with him on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommynorman/ and on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tommynorman. Become a member and support the blues with the Nashville Blues And Roots Alliance at http://www.bluesandroots.org.

Jackie Venson is a multi-instrumentalist, singer/songwriter known far and wide for her beautifully complex music and blazing guitar skills. Born and raised in Austin, Texas, Jackie has traveled the world playing to crowds both as a headliner and as support for major acts such as Keb' Mo', Gary Clark Jr, Aloe Blacc, Melissa Etheridge, and Citizen Cope, to name a few. In 2020, Jackie released her studio album Vintage Machine, her first studio follow up to 2019's Joy. Music from Vintage Machine was featured heavily on Jackie's taping for Austin City Limits' 46th season, and she released the full set on "Live at Austin City Limits" that year. In 2021, she released Love Transcends, her first studio album centered around the blues and at the start of 2023 she released Evolution of Joy, a reimagining of her breakout album Joy, with producer Frenchie Smith (Jet, Toadies, Wild Child.) With the uncertainty of the times we're living in, one thing holds true for Jackie Venson-she's going to play her music, speak her truth, and spread as much joy as she can doing it. Connect with Jackie at: https://jackievenson.com https://www.youtube.com/user/jackievenson https://www.facebook.com/jackievenson https://www.instagram.com/jackievenson https://www.patreon.com/JackieVenson Tommy Norman is the 2023 Vice President for the Nashville Blues And Roots Alliance, a business leader, as well as a guitarist who has played the clubs on Beale Street and the dive bars in Nashville. You can connect with him on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommynorman/ and on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tommynorman. Become a member and support the blues with the Nashville Blues And Roots Alliance at http://www.bluesandroots.org.