NEW YORK (AP) — At the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony last year, Sheryl Crow was about to sing her hit "Everyday Is a Winding Road" when she invited a rock icon up on stage.

2. Frists will be involved if it’s a record Midstate home sale - Friday, February 23, 2024

As I enter my 25th year of writing a weekly real estate column, I shall write about a sale that I would, in most cases, avoid or ignore altogether. In fact, I do not recall ever writing about a sale in which the listing broker and the buyer’s agent were both from within the confines of the firm with which I am affiliated.

3. GOP gun control bills? Don’t count on any sticking - Friday, January 12, 2024

Wonder of wonders, a Republican legislator pre-filed a bill that qualifies as gun control. Or gun safety. Gun good sense, let’s call it.

The bill, sponsored by Adam Lowe, a state senator from Calhoun, would render someone convicted of felony firearm theft permanently ineligible to buy a firearm in Tennessee. The theory, I suppose, is that a bad guy with a gun is ipso facto not a good guy with a gun.

4. Jerry Moss, co-founder of A&M Records and Rock Hall of Fame member, dies at 88 - Friday, August 18, 2023

Jerry Moss, a music industry giant who co-founded A&M Records with Herb Alpert and rose from a Los Angeles garage to the heights of success with hits by Alpert, the Police, the Carpenters and hundreds of other performers, has died at 88.

5. Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow among Rock Hall inductees - Friday, April 28, 2023

NEW YORK (AP) — Missy Elliott, Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow, Chaka Khan, "Soul Train" creator Don Cornelius and the late George Michael have all been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, with Kate Bush also finally reaching the top of that hill.

6. Willie Nelson inhales the love at 90th birthday concert - Friday, April 28, 2023

LOS ANGELES (AP) — "Are there any more real cowboys?" Neil Young sang Saturday night at the Hollywood Bowl on a rare evening when he was neither the headliner nor, at age 77, even close to the oldest artist on the bill.

7. 911 calls reveal terror at Nashville school during attack - Friday, March 31, 2023

NASHVILLE (AP) — Authorities released 911 recordings on Thursday that capture the terror inside a Nashville elementary school during a mass shooting this week, as callers pleaded for help in hushed voices while sirens, crying and gunfire could be heard in the background.

8. 'Save our children!': Tennessee protesters seek gun control - Friday, March 31, 2023

NASHVILLE (AP) — Hundreds of protesters gathered at the Tennessee Capitol on Thursday as the state's Republican-dominated Legislature began taking up bills for the first time since a mass shooting at a Christian school in Nashville in which three children and three adults were killed.

9. Victims of Nashville school shooting honored in somber vigil - Friday, March 31, 2023

NASHVILLE (AP) — Hundreds gathered Wednesday at a candlelight vigil in Nashville to honor and mourn the three children and three adults who were killed in a shooting at a Christian school this week.

10. First lady, Sheryl Crow expected at Nashville shooting vigil - Friday, March 24, 2023

NASHVILLE (AP) — First lady Jill Biden and Sheryl Crow were among those expected to attend a candlelight vigil Wednesday in memory of the three children and three adults killed in a shooting at a private Christian school in Nashville.

11. Musicians fight threat of Tennessee anti-LGBTQ, drag bills - Friday, March 17, 2023

NASHVILLE (AP) — When Tennessee lawmakers passed legislation this month targeting drag performances and transgender youth, many musicians living and working in the state felt their community, their audiences and their artistic expressions were also under fire.

12. Events - Friday, February 10, 2023

Concert for a Cause. Shade Tree Clinic, is a nonprofit clinic run by the students at Vanderbilt Medical School, serves uninsured, underinsured and marginalized patients throughout the Nashville community. The clinic is coordinating a fundraiser to raise money for the clinic. Sheryl Crow will headline the show. VIP pre-show reception at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday with show at 7 p.m. Langford Auditorium, 2209 Garland Ave. Tickets: $30 and up. Information

13. Events - Friday, February 3, 2023

Small & Diverse Business Forum. This interactive forum connects small and diverse-owned businesses with major employers and provides insight and guidance from procurement experts. This year’s event will also feature a Lunch & Learn session. Music City Center, Davison Ballroom. Wednesday, 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Fee: $35 (includes parking, lunch and educational sessions). Registration required, deadline to register online, Monday, Feb. 6. Information

14. Willie Nelson to celebrate 90th birthday at all-star concert - Friday, January 20, 2023

NASHVILLE (AP) — Texas troubadour Willie Nelson will celebrate his 90th birthday with his friends and family at an all-star two-day concert at the Hollywood Bowl this April.

The Grammy-winning country icon's milestone birthday party will take place on April 29-30 and feature Nelson and dozens of performers, including Neil Young, Chris Stapleton, Lyle Lovett, Miranda Lambert, Rosanne Cash, Snoop Dogg, The Chicks, Kacey Musgraves and many more.

15. Jerry Lee Lewis, outrageous rock 'n' roll star, dies at 87 - Friday, October 28, 2022

Jerry Lee Lewis, the untamable rock 'n' roll pioneer whose outrageous talent, energy and ego collided on such definitive records as "Great Balls of Fire" and "Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On" and sustained a career otherwise upended by personal scandal, died Friday morning at 87.

16. Events - Friday, August 26, 2022

Summer Shakespeare Festival 2022. The 34-year tradition of “Shakespeare in the Park” returns to the yard at oneC1TY. The festival runs four weeks in Nashville and one week in Franklin. Working with Kennie Playhouse Theatre, two productions by two great playwrights will be presented. August Wilson’s “Gem of the Ocean,” directed by Chuck Smith and “Cymberline” by William Shakespeare, directed by Leah Lowe. This family-and dog-friendly Nashville tradition includes a nightly pre-show concert series, “Insight” scholar-led discussions, NSF apprentice company performances, food trucks and more. Through Sept. 18. Information

17. ‘Golden Triangle’ strikes again with $4.825M sale - Friday, August 26, 2022

There was yet another sale of more than $4 million last week with 3905 Wayland Drive selling for $4.825 million shortly after Leah Crutchfield listed the 7,137-square-foot residence or $684 per square foot.

18. Live on the Green announces lineup - Friday, August 5, 2022

The lineup for Live on the Green features both local favorites and noisemaking newcomers as the Labor Day weekend music festival returns to Nashville’s Public Square Park after a two-year pandemic-related hiatus.

19. Home, speed, home: Newgarden set to tame Nashville streets - Friday, August 6, 2021

NASHVILLE (AP) — Josef Newgarden kept his pingpong paddle nearby in a case while the hometown driver gave his latest promotional pitch on why IndyCar will be a smash hit in the Music City.

The two-time IndyCar champ prepped for a final night of fun in his charity event before he shifted his focus to racing.

20. Pilgrimage Festival announces 2021 dates - Friday, October 2, 2020

Pilgrimage Music and Cultural Festival producers have scheduled the next event for Sept. 25-26 following a one-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Also, in support of local musicians, the festival announced it has launched a special vintage merchandise sale on the website for a limited time with net proceeds to benefit MusiCares.

21. Taylor Swift surprises some fans with cash donations - Friday, March 27, 2020

From finding ways to help others cope to sheltering in place to canceling events, here's a look at some of the ways the entertainment industry is reacting to the spread of the coronavirus, which most people recover from but can cause severe illness in the elderly and those with preexisting medical conditions.

22. Taylor Swift surprises some fans with cash donations - Friday, March 20, 2020

From finding ways to help others cope to sheltering in place to canceling events, here's a look at some of the ways the entertainment industry is reacting to the spread of the coronavirus, which most people recover from but can cause severe illness in the elderly and those with preexisting medical conditions.

23. Nashville artists help out on stage and off after tornadoes - Friday, March 6, 2020

NASHVILLE (AP) — Members of the Grammy-winning string band Old Crow Medicine Show put down their fiddles and banjos and picked up chainsaws last week after deadly tornadoes hit Middle Tennessee.

24. Nashville musicians to hold concert for tornado relief - Friday, March 6, 2020

NASHVILLE (AP) — Sheryl Crow, Brandi Carlile, Jason Isbell, Dan Auerbach and more Nashville artists will hold a benefit concert to raise money for people impacted by a recent deadly tornado.

25. Despite female push, Garth Brooks bests Underwood at CMAs - Friday, November 15, 2019

The Country Music Association Awards almost fully honored and highlighted the women of country music — whose songs have been heavily dismissed on country radio over the years — until two words were uttered when they named its entertainer of the year: Garth Brooks.

26. Despite female push, Garth Brooks bests Underwood at CMAs - Friday, November 8, 2019

The Country Music Association Awards almost fully honored and highlighted the women of country music — whose songs have been heavily dismissed on country radio over the years — until two words were uttered when they named its entertainer of the year: Garth Brooks.

27. Maren Morris is set to have an epic night at the CMA Awards - Friday, November 8, 2019

Maren Morris is walking to the 2019 Country Music Association Awards with a lot of feelings.

As the most-nominated act at an event for a music genre dominated by its male performers, Morris has become one of the key female faces of country music. She will pay tribute to her producer busbee, who died in September at age 43 and shares two nominations with Morris for his work on her acclaimed project, “GIRL.” And Wednesday night’s show will mark the pregnant singer’s “kid’s first awards show” — as she put it.

28. First VU tower will be imploded Saturday - Friday, July 26, 2019

One of Vanderbilt’s iconic brick towers on West End is being imploded Saturday morning at 9 a.m.

Those wanting to shoot video or photos of the implosion of Carmichael Tower No. 3 will be limited to any area outside the blast zone perimeter. Partial views can be found on West End Avenue at both 23rd and 25th Avenues.

29. Carrie Underwood wins at CMT Awards, Tanya Tucker performs - Friday, June 7, 2019

Carrie Underwood extended her run as the most decorated act in the history of the CMT Music Awards with her 20th win Wednesday night.

30. Carrie Underwood wins at CMT Awards, Tanya Tucker performs - Friday, May 31, 2019

Carrie Underwood extended her run as the most decorated act in the history of the CMT Music Awards with her 20th win Wednesday night.

31. Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan to perform at CMT Music Awards - Friday, May 31, 2019

Carrie Underwood is the queen of the CMT Music Awards with the most wins in the show's history: 18. And she could take home more trophies Wednesday night.

Underwood's "Cry Pretty" is nominated for the top prize — video of the year — while her clip for "Love Wins" is up for female video of the year. Underwood will also perform at the fan-voted show, which honors the year's best country music videos. It will air live on CMT at 8 p.m. Eastern from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.

32. Top Middle Tennessee residential sales for March 2019 - Friday, April 12, 2019

Top residential real estate sales, March 2019, for Davidson, Williamson, Rutherford, Wilson and Sumner counties, as compiled by Chandler Reports.

33. Events - Friday, November 9, 2018

School Choice Festival. Metro Nashville Public Schools will host its annual School Choice Festival at the Fairgrounds. This festival allows families an opportunity to visit every Metro school in one afternoon in a central location. This free, fun filled and informative event is the first step for families to learn about educational options. Thursday,  5-7 p.m. Nashville Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Ave. Information

34. Events - Friday, November 2, 2018

Bass Learning Center College and Career Fair. More than 50 vendors representing various colleges, businesses and hiring agencies will be on site at Bass Learning Center, 5200 Delaware Avenue. 9 a.m.-noon. Information: www.mnps.org

35. Jets stun Preds 5-1 in Game 7 - Friday, May 11, 2018

NASHVILLE (AP) — The young Winnipeg Jets have grown up fast this postseason, so quickly that now they are headed to the first Western Conference final in their short history after knocking off the NHL's best team in the regular season.

36. Top Middle Tennessee commercial sales for February 2018 - Friday, March 30, 2018

Top residential real estate sales,February 2018, for Davidson, Williamson, Rutherford, Wilson and Sumner counties, as compiled by Chandler Reports.

37. Nashville law firm joins class action suit vs. Intel - Friday, January 12, 2018

Nashville-based law firm Branstetter, Stranch & Jennings, PLLC and Doyle APC of San Diego have filed a class action lawsuit against Intel Corporation for alleged design flaws in Intel’s computer processors.

38. Eminem, The Killers, Muse lead lineup for Bonnaroo Festival - Friday, January 5, 2018

NASHVILLE (AP) — Eminem, The Killers, Muse, Future, Bassnectar and Sturgill Simpson lead the lineup for this year's Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival.

The festival announced its lineup on Tuesday for the music festival to be held June 7-10 in Manchester. Other artists include Bon Iver, Khalid, Kaskade, Paramore, Alt-J, Dua Lipa and Sheryl Crow, .Paak & The Free Nationals, Sylvan Esso, Rebelution, The Revivalists, Virtual Self, Nile Rodgers & Chic, Rufus Du Sol, Chromeo, STS9, Alison Wonderland, Moon Taxi, Carnage, BROCKHAMPTON, Old Crow Medicine Show, Playboi Carti, The Glitch Mob, Broken Social Scene, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Thundercat, Mavis Staples, Amadou & Mariam, Midland, SuperJam, Grand Ole Opry, T-Pain and much much more.

39. Events - Friday, November 10, 2017

Amazon Seasonal Job Fair. Amazon is hiring for more than 1100 open seasonal positions for customer fulfillment facilities throughout the Nashville area. Applicants can apply by attending one of the below hiring events through Friday. There are door prizes at some locations and on-the-spot job offers at all. Shift schedules and responsibilities vary. Last year, thousands of holiday positions were transitioned to regular, full-time roles after the holidays, and the company expects to continue that trend this year. Information: www.amazon.com/peakjobs. Locations and times:
Thursday, Nov. 16: 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Hotel Preston, 733 Briley Parkway Nashville.
Friday, Nov. 17: 1-8 p.m., Hotel Preston.

40. Benefit for Scott Hamilton CARES - Friday, October 13, 2017

Nashville’s second annual An Evening with Scott Hamilton & Friends, a two-events-in-one benefit for the Scott Hamilton CARES Foundation, is set for Nov. 19 with GRAMMY Award winner Sheryl Crow returning to headline the musical portion of the show.

41. Many in country music mum over gun issues after Vegas deaths - Friday, October 6, 2017

NASHVILLE (AP) — When singer Meghan Linsey first started her country duo Steel Magnolia, a partnership with the National Rifle Association was suggested as a way to grow their audience.

The proposal, which she refused, was a commonplace example of how intertwined gun ownership is with country music.

42. Events - Friday, August 25, 2017

Live on the Green: Weekend Festival Finale. Live music through Saturday at this free event at Public Square Park. Thursday: Main Stage: John Butler Trio, Dispatch, Iron & Wine. 6:15 Stage: Johnny P, Carl Broemel, Roots of a Rebellion 5-11 p.m. Friday: Main Stage: Sheryl Crow, Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, Big Head Todd & The Monsters, SHEL. 6:15 Stage: The Whistles & The Bells, Ron Gallo, Goodbye June, 4-11 p.m. Saturday: 615 Stage: Kids Fest with Mr. Steve, Guthrie Brown, Elliot Root, Paper Route, Cordovas, Guthrie Brown. 1-11 p.m. Main Stage: Bahamas, Future Islands, The Lone Bellow, LP, The Record Company, The Delta Saints 2-11 p.m. https://www.liveonthegreen.com/

43. Events - Friday, August 18, 2017

Live on the Green. Live music, free event Public Square Park. Music by Spoon, Portugal, The Man, The Weeks. Today, 5-11 p.m. Other dates include Aug. 31 and Sept. 1 & 2. https://www.liveonthegreen.com/

44. Reaction to the death of superstar entertainer Glen Campbell - Friday, August 4, 2017

NEW YORK (AP) — Reaction to the death of superstar entertainer Glen Campbell:

"I'm very broken up to hear about my friend Glen Campbell. An incredible musician and an even better person. I'm at a loss. Love & Mercy." — Brian Wilson, via Twitter

45. Events - Friday, August 11, 2017

Street Food Thursday. A gathering of up to 20 local food trucks parked along Deaderick Street between 4th Avenue North and 5th Avenue North. Thursdays, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

THURSDAY, AUG 17

Live on the Green

Live music, free event Public Square Park. Music by Local Natives, Real Estate and Minus the Bear. 5-11 p.m. Other dates include, Aug.24, Aug. 31 and Sept. 1 & 2. https://www.liveonthegreen.com/

46. Top Middle Tennessee residential transactions for Dec. 2016 - Friday, January 20, 2017

Top residential real estate sales, December 2016, for Davidson, Williamson, Rutherford, Wilson and Sumner counties, as compiled by Chandler Reports.

47. Events - Friday, June 24, 2016

Open Meeting with State Rep. Mark Pody. State Representative Pody hosts an open meeting every first Friday of the month from 8-10 a.m. in the Chamber of Commerce office. The public is invited to come and meet Rep. Pody, discuss pertinent issues, and ask questions. No appointments are necessary. Information: 390-2444; Location: Chamber of Commerce, 149 Public Square

48. Small shops, big business - Friday, November 6, 2015

Reese Witherspoon’s flagship boutique, Draper James, opened last week in the 12South area, and the reception was all Nashville.

Musical performances by Lee Ann Womack and Ruby Amanfu kept guests like Faith Hill, Reba McEntire, Sheryl Crow, Mayor Megan Barry, Kacey Musgraves and Lily Aldridge entertained while they shopped (perhaps for the holidays?) and milled around the store’s back parking lot, which was transformed into a charming, Southern-style party.

49. Vanderbilt's music MOOC includes video field trips - Friday, October 23, 2015

Vanderbilt University was a relatively early entrant into massive open online courses through the Coursera.org platform, with topics ranging from online games and literature to nutrition and personalized medicines.

50. Events - Friday, September 18, 2015

Business Studio Workshop: Crisis Management. Aileen Katcher of Katcher Strategic Communications will lead this workshop to help small business owners develop a crisis management plan. We’ll outline the key elements to include in the plan and how to make sure your team is ready to use it to communicate when and if (or even before) a crisis hits. This will be an interactive workshop and attendees will be put into small groups to practice managing a “crisis” with their newly developed plans. Thursday, 3:30-5 p.m. Refinery Nashville, 438 Houston Street, Suite 263, Nashville. Information: nashvillechamber.com, 615 743-3060

51. Steven Tyler to headline Franklin music festival with country band - Friday, August 14, 2015

NASHVILLE (AP) - Aerosmith's Steven Tyler will be performing with country band Loving Mary next month at the inaugural Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival in Franklin.

The two-day festival will be held Sept. 26-27 at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, across Franklin Road from The Factory at Franklin. Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow, Wilco, Weezer and The Decemberists will also be featured.

52. Big band, big stadium, big deal - Friday, June 12, 2015

Pleased to meet you, hope you guessed our name. Well, hell, Mick, if it’s puzzling you, it’s Nashville. Music City USA.

We’re the national media’s flavor of the day – the “It city,” which has gone from being a secondary concert market – remember The Beatles played Memphis, not Nashville – to one of the country’s prime touring destinations.

53. Strait wins entertainer of the year at ACM Awards - Friday, April 4, 2014

George Strait won his second entertainer of the year — 25 years after he won his first — and Miranda Lambert and Keith Urban teamed up to earn top honors Sunday night at a jam-packed Academy of Country Music Awards that had a little something for everyone.

54. Garner aims for the Heart with spring launch - Friday, March 28, 2014

One of Nashville’s most celebrated fashion designers, Jeff Garner, is presenting the spring collection of his clothing line, Prophetik, to put a spotlight on the importance of heart health for women.

55. Lambert, McGraw lead ACM nominations with 7 each - Friday, January 24, 2014

NASHVILLE (AP) - Miranda Lambert and Tim McGraw are the top nominees for this year's Academy of Country Music Awards.

Lambert and McGraw are up for seven awards apiece at the April 6 awards show. The nominations were announced Wednesday morning in a series of videos via social media.

56. Taylor Swift, Kacey Musgraves lead CMA nominees - Friday, September 6, 2013

NASHVILLE (AP) - Kacey Musgraves knew the Country Music Association Awards nominations were Tuesday morning, but as a newcomer saw no reason to set her alarm and get up. Then her roommate started shouting.

57. George Strait sets dates for last run on the road - Friday, September 6, 2013

NASHVILLE (AP) - George Strait will finish off his two-year farewell tour in the biggest house in his home state of Texas - the Dallas Cowboys' AT&T Stadium.

The country superstar held a rare news conference Monday at the stadium to announce the last leg of his The Cowboy Rides Away tour. He announced he was retiring from the road last year but still plans to record, recently agreeing to a deal for five more studio albums.

58. Top Midstate residential real estate transactions for July 2013 - Friday, August 16, 2013

Top June 2013 residential real estate transactions for Davidson, Williamson, Rutherford, Wilson and Sumner counties, as compiled by Chandler Reports.

59. Expect the unexpected at CMT Music Awards - Friday, May 31, 2013

NASHVILLE (AP) - Country music has been good to the rapper Nelly, and he's back in Music City because of it.

Nelly will perform the crossover hit "Cruise" with country duo Florida Georgia Line during the CMT Music Awards. The imaginary, but once impenetrable, lines between American music genres are blurring more each day, and Nelly's happy to serve as an eraser.

60. Sheryl Crow undergoes a country conversion - Friday, May 24, 2013

NASHVILLE (AP) - For a couple of months now, Sheryl Crow has been loading her two young boys aboard a bus and taking off on a tour of country music radio stations around the country.

She's visiting with DJs and programming directors, playing a few songs live, then hopping back on the bus to do it again a few hours down the road. It reminds her, fittingly, of a scene from "Coal Miner's Daughter," the life story of Loretta Lynn.

61. Events - Friday, May 17, 2013

Music City Center Grand Opening. Grammy-winning artist and Nashville resident Sheryl Crow will headline the Music City Center grand opening and free outdoor concert today. Performing with Crow will be The Time Jumpers, Vince Gill, the Fisk Jubilee Singers and Mikky Ekko. The concert is set for 6-9 p.m., followed by fireworks. A free open house continues today.

62. Events - Friday, May 3, 2013

TN Latin American Chamber of Commerce Member Luncheon. Esther Aguilera, president and CEO of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute is today's guest speaker. In October 2012, she was recognized as one of the 50 most influential Latino leaders by HispanicBusiness.com. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Trevecca Nazarene University, Boone Business Bldg. Information: www.tlacc.org/

63. Jones called 'greatest country singer of all time' - Friday, April 26, 2013

NASHVILLE (AP) - The country music world reacted with deep emotion upon learning of the death of legendary singer George Jones. Here's a sampling of quotes and tweets about Jones:

"The world has lost the greatest country singer of all time. Amen." - Merle Haggard

64. Events - Friday, April 12, 2013

Predators Foundation Wine Festival and Tasting. Featuring more than 200 higher-end wines, beer and a spirits tasting and an extensive silent auction with more than 200 items. Tonight's event also will include culinary delicacies and a photo opportunity with GNASH. A VIP dinner & tasting will take place in the Patron Platinum Club. It will feature a five-course dinner with wine pairing and hand-crafted wines. The VIP event begins at 6 p.m. and is $200 per person. VIP guests may attend the Wine Festival prior to the VIP dinner. Bridgestone Arena. Information: www.predators.nhl/club/page.htm

65. Grant to release 1st album of new songs in decade - Friday, March 29, 2013

NASHVILLE (AP) - Amy Grant is set to release her first full album of all new songs in 10 years.

The Grammy-winning Christian recording artist's "How Mercy Looks From Here" will be available May 14.

66. Events - Friday, March 22, 2013

Williamson County Board of Zoning Appeals. Meeting begins at 7 p.m. Thursday in the main auditorium of the Williamson County Administrative Complex. 1320 W. Main St. 615-790-5466

THURSDAY, MARCH 28

Montgomery County Household Hazardous Waste Event

8 a.m.-1 p.m. at Veteran’s Plaza 350 Pageant Lane, Clarksville

67. Events - Friday, September 14, 2012

Free Legal Seminars at People’s Law School. Today's class covers “What to Do If You Owe Money or Returns to the IRS: Instructors will focus on questions and problems associated with taxes and the IRS.” Individuals can register for one or several classes through Nov. 15 on a variety of topics, including: