Innholdsfortegnelse for January 2026 i Nashville Lifestyles Magazine

KASHUS CULPEPPER ACT 1 Building powerful mini-movies of sound and heart, Kashus Culpepper makes a blockbuster debut on his first album, Act 1. Fusing rootsy Southern rock and country with swampy delta soul and shimmering pop — plus a rough-hewn Alabama growl — the scene-stealing talent is just getting started. (Available January 23.) LUCINDA WILLIAMS WORLD'S GONE WRONG Lucinda Williams pins her heart to the sleeve of a black leather jacket in World’s Gone Wrong, continuing a proud legacy of protest. With 10 raw songs and an ominous, blues-rocking undercurrent, the Americana icon leads an unapologetic battle cry against a rising sense of cruelty. (Available January 23.) LANGHORNE SLIM THE DREAMIN' KIND Folk troubadour Langhorne Slim lets his inner rocker loose on The Dreamin’ Kind, getting heavy for his ninth…

Middle Tennessee State University just extended its winning streak: for the 11th straight year, Billboard named MTSU’s Department of Recording Industry one of the best music business schools in the world. It’s an accolade that mirrors what Nashville already knows — some of the industry’s sharpest young creators and future power players are being shaped just down I-24 in Murfreesboro. And with the university’s newly renamed Scott Borchetta College of Media and Entertainment signaling an era of even deeper industry connection, MTSU is doubling down on its role as a training ground for the next generation of music leaders. “Our faculty and staff work hard to make our students’ college journey both inspiring and realistic, preparing them for what they will experience in their future entertainment careers,” Department of Recording…

Executive chef and restaurateur Philippe Chow believes in the long play. At 15, he moved from his homeland China to Hong Kong and secured his first restaurant job. He was only 20 when he emigrated to the United States and signed on as a dishwasher at Mr. Chow, a local chain in New York City. Over a 25-year period, he moved up the ranks and, in 2004, left to open Philippe by Philippe Chow. His dedication to offering fine Beijing-style cuisine with high-touch service in a posh setting made his restaurant a sensation. Now, two decades later, he is proud to bring his distinctive dining experience to Nashville. Three years in the making, Philippe Chow Nashville has made its grand entrance in historic Cummins Station. The expansive space has a…

January 2 Zoso – The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience(Brooklyn Bowl; brooklynbowl.com) 9 Raheem DeVaughn(City Winery; citywinery.com) 15 Atmosphere(Brooklyn Bowl; brooklynbowl.com) 17 Ruston Kelly(Ryman Auditorium; ryman.com)Goldfinger(Marathon Music Works; marathonmusicworks.com) 20 Jason Aldean(Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Rooftop Bar; nashvillelifestyles.com) 22 Brett Young(Ryman Auditorium; ryman.com) 23 Smells Like Nirvana(City Winery; citywinery.com) 23, 24, 25 Disney’s Frozen in Concert with the Nashville Symphony(Schermerhorn Symphony Center; nashvillesymphony.org) 24 Mavis Staples(Ryman Auditorium; ryman.com) 25 Nashville: The Encore Tour(Ryman Auditorium; ryman.com) 26 Motion City Soundtrack and Say Anything(Marathon Music Works; marathonmusicworks.com) 30 Matthew Morrison(City Winery; citywinery.com)…

The 32nd annual La Bella Notte will take center stage at the Omni Nashville Hotel on February 28. This beloved gala blends beautiful music, fine wines, exquisite dining, and community spirit with a mission in support of Nashville Opera. Guests will be transported to the heart of Seville, where candlelight glows against Spanish tiles, the scent of oranges drifts through the air, and voices soar with passion. It’s a celebration of Spanish flavors, golden music, and the romance of Rossini’s Spain twirled together in one unforgettable night. This year’s event holds special significance as Nashville Opera honors John Hoomes’ 30 years of visionary leadership. His artistry has brought world-class opera to Nashville and inspired countless lives through performance and education. By joining the celebration, attendees will not only honor the…

Jason Aldean can still picture the day he nearly gave up. He was starving. It was 2003, and his oldest daughter was a newborn. He was afraid of losing his house and worried about buying diapers. He had gotten close to signing what he imagined were life-changing record deals, but they fell through. Aldean thought about returning to Georgia. There was one showcase left — and it was for a major label. Aldean and his band showed up to play. The label didn’t. His longtime producer, Michael Knox, told him to go onstage and “just throw down, play your show.” Nashville was as good as over for the hard-rocking country singer, they thought. While Aldean delivered his signature mesh of AC/DC and Johnny Cash, a representative from an unknown indie…

In a quiet Tudor-style home tucked into the Nashville woods, Jason and Rhonda Halbert built a fictional world long before they finished rebuilding their real one. Jason — Kelly Clarkson’s longtime music director — and Rhonda, his wife of 32 years, write together under the pen name R.J. Halbert. The pair never set out to become novelists, but their supernatural thriller series “The Goodpasture Chronicles” became both a creative escape and a lifeline after years of upheaval. Their newest release, “Servant” (Novus Press Works, 2025), picks up five minutes after their No. 1 Amazon bestselling debut “Caretaker” ends, plunging readers back into the eerie, generational mystery surrounding the Goodpasture family. “Half of it takes place 3,000 years ago, and the other half follows the family as their stories intertwine,” Jason…

January has a way of nudging even the most workout-shy among us toward healthier habits. And this year, Nashville’s fitness scene is meeting that momentum with a wave of new studios and clubs designed to spark motivation in every form. From Pilates-forward efficiency and high-intensity partner training to expansive recovery spaces and community-driven strength programs, these upcoming openings offer a chance to rethink routines and try something new. Whether you’re craving structure, camaraderie, luxury, or a challenge, Nashville’s next generation of gyms is ready to set the tone for a stronger 2026. JETSET Pilates Landing in Midtown in early 2026, JETSET Pilates brings a fast-moving, 50-minute class built around custom reformers and a mix of timed cardio, resistance work, and Pilates-inspired exercises. The format leans into efficiency — think steady…

Nashville’s Lower Broadway isn’t known for its subtlety. It’s often obnoxious, crowded, and with its flashing neon and plastic cups of the next morning’s regret, it’s a version of Music City powered by bachelorettes and bar crawls. When Ashley McBryde opened her first bar there last year, she didn’t try to match the noise. She went the other direction. Situated on the fifth floor of Eric Church’s Chief ’s — Redemption intentionally sits above the chaos. It’s a non-alcohol-forward space, perfect for Dry January, influenced by the singer’s years-long path to sobriety. McBryde’s Redemption gives Nashville something Broadway hasn’t offered before: a place where people who don’t drink, or don’t drink anymore, can still be part of the city’s bustling, party-forward atmosphere. Chief ’s executive Heather Otto says the vision…

The Persian phrase “nooshe jan” may be one of the kindest expressions of goodwill in hospitality and dining, translating to “May it nourish your soul.” Culinary curator and restaurateur Naz Kiani brings that saying to life, infusing the sentiment into all facets of the dining experience at Noôsh Persian Cuisine, recently opened in the Belle Meade area. In the space that once housed Porta Via, she’s kept the basic layout: reception; a bar and lounge with high-tops; and table and banquette seating on an elevated level with a view of the wood-fired oven. However, she has given it warmth and vitality, decorating the restaurant with beautiful paintings, tapestries, and artifacts from her homeland, Iran. Persian music plays over the sound system, providing a pleasant background that allows for easy conversation.…