Join us for an unforgettable night of classic country as Thriftstore Cowboys present Waylon vs Willie - A night of classic country. Immerse yourself in the timeless hits of two legendary icons, Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson, performed live by Knoxville's own Thriftstore Cowboys, along with special guest artists from the local music scene.

Event Details:

• Date & Time: The show kicks off at 8PM on October 17th, so arrive early to grab your spot.

• Age Requirement: This event is 18 and up, making it the perfect night out for classic country fans of all generations.

• Tickets: Get your tickets in advance for just $15. If you wait until the day of the event, tickets will be available for $20.

Whether you're a lifelong fan of Waylon and Willie or new to the sounds of outlaw country, this is an event you won't want to miss. Secure your tickets now and be part of a night that celebrates the music of two of country music's greatest legends!

Come out to Yee-Haw Brewing Co. to enjoy some great Americana tunes from North Georgia's Pony Bradshaw. He's been selling out venues all over the southeast, and we're so Come out to Yee-Haw Brewing Co. to enjoy a night of amazing music by the grammy nominated group, Sixpence None The Richer.

INFO ABOUT THIS SHOW

• Doors open at 7pm.

• Music starts at 8:00pm.

• This show is 18+ unless accompanied by parental gaurdian.

• T ickets are $30 in advance / $35 day of show

DON'T MISS OUT on welcoming back Sixpence None The Richer to Knoxville! All-original members (Leigh Nash, Matt Slocum, Dale Baker, and Justin Cary) have reunited and are writing and recording new music and preparing for a world tour. As a taste of the new music, you can hear “The Tide” released in late 2023 as Leigh Nash + Sixpence None The Richer, which has already amassed over 2 Million views and streams across platforms. Curb Records is also celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the band’s self-titled (Kiss Me) album by re-releasing it in a collectible vinyl series that also features the new track, “The Tide”.

JD Clayton at Pretentious Beer Co. Knoxville, TN

We are so happy to be bringing JD Clayton and Leon Majcen to Pretentious Beer Co. on September 20th for the Blue Sky Sundays Tour! Don't miss out on this incredible show, get your tickets now while they're available!!

Info About This Show:

• This show is open to all ages.

• This show will be standing room only.

• No refunds within 7 days of the event.

• Doors will open at 7pm.

• Music will start at 8pm.

• Tickets are $15 in advance / $20 day of show.

The Fort Smith Arkansas native, JD Clayton, released his debut album Long Way From Home, early last year which has received overwhelming critical acclaim. There’s no artifice surrounding the Arkansas-born singer and songwriter. No glitz. No pretension or mythology. JD Clayton’s sound, and where he chooses to make it—Arkansas, the most western of the southern states—is a bridge between the southern rock on which he was raised, and the truth telling tradition from the 70s era of country music that he most favors.

As a result, the songs on his thrilling new album Blue Sky Sundays, feel both lived in and completely free. Like any great songwriter, Clayton is both leader and follower, telling his own story but reveling in how it unfolds in live time and relates to listeners individually. “The album is about clarity. It’s about leaving the things that let us down behind,” Clayton says. “It’s about love and family and joy. It took me about four months of being sober to have a clear enough head to process this. I think I finally understand that piece of the puzzle at least.”

Knoxville’s biggest *free* music festival is back! Born & Raised Productions is proud to present the sixth installment of Sunset On Central. Coming Saturday, August 24th to various venues on the Central Street corridor in North Knoxville.

Sunset On Central is a music discovery festival featuring nearly thirty artists on four different stages highlighting some of the excellent up-and-coming talent that the city and region has to offer. There will also be food trucks, local vendors, and after parties.

Support for Sunset on Central 2024 comes from sponsorships by Nick's Nugs, The Blom Shop, and Axle Logistics. This year, proceeds from this event will go to benefit the local music nonprofit, Knox Music Coalition. Knox Music Coalition is a 501(c)3 non-profit whose mission is to strengthen and connect Knoxville’s music scene through educational programs, career development resources, and music advocacy with local community.

Each stage at the festival will be raising funds via patron donations. you can go ahead and give here: https://www.sunsetoncentral.com/experience-1

Help us reach our fundraising goal and invest in our awesome city.

David Ramirez at Pretentious Beer Co.

Info about this show:

• Doors open at 7pm.

• Music starts at 8pm.

• Standing Room Only

• This is an all ages show.

• Tickets are $20 in advance / $25 day of show

• No refunds within 7 days of this event.

David Ramirez

“David Ramirez has a voice like a tall tale, one minute strong and thick, the next threadbare and careworn.” — Stereogum

“Mr. Ramirez is a resolutely hesitant singer, never pushing his hurt, letting it instead decay him from within.” — The New York Times

“It's not easy for a writer to maintain the aura of the unspoken in a song. Music and the space surrounding it intensify the impact of confession; the true challenge comes in giving voice to a narrator who's tongue-tied, or simply reticent. Texas singer-songwriter David Ramirez does so beautifully…” — NPR Music

“Quietly mesmerizing” — The Wall Street Journal

Come out to Yee-Haw Brewing Co. to enjoy some great Americana tunes from North Georgia's Pony Bradshaw. He's been selling out venues all over the southeast, and we're so excited to have him making a stop in Knoxville.

INFO ABOUT THIS SHOW

Doors open at 6pm.
Music starts at 7:00pm.
This show is 18+ unless accompanied by parental gaurdian.
Tickets are $20 in advance / $25 day of show
DON'T MISS OUT on welcoming back Pony Bradshaw to Knoxville!

On his new album North Georgia Rounder, Pony Bradshaw leads the listener on an exploration of the woods, rivers, and mountains of Appalachia, more specifically, the area for which the album is named and he’s called home for the past 15 years. “It’s got its hooks in me,” Bradshaw says of North Georgia, and it shows, with songs that quickly establish a setting, much like the one he initiated with the album’s predecessor, Calico Jim. The sonic excursion includes stops along the Conasauga River, visits to the holler, and a few diversions—nearby Knoxville plays a supporting role, as do Louisiana and Arkansas. It’s an impressionistic journey of introspection and connection all at once.

PERPETUAL GROOVE AT YEE HAW

Info about this show:

• Doors open at 6:30pm

• Music starts at 7:15pm

• Seating is very limited

• This show is open to 18+ unless accompanied by parent or guardian

• Tickets are $20 in advance / $25 day of show

Based in Athens, GA, Perpetual Groove is a long time well established touring act with an enthusiastic fan base and international critical acclaim. Dubbed PGroove by their fans, their music has been best described as anthemic trance arena rock.

Three Star Revival At Yee Haw Knoxville

Info about this show:

• Show Info:

  • This show is 18 and up unless accompanied by parent or legal guardian.

  • Doors open at 7pm.

  • Music starts at 8pm.

  • Seating will be very limited.

  • Tickets are $15 in advance / $20 day of show.

PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE ON EVENTBRITE

Three Star Revival is always sure to bring a good time when you come out and groove with them. Meaningful lyrics, catchy melodies, and extended improvisational sections take the listener across a plethora of genres including soul/r&b/jazz/funk to tie it all together with a high energy rock show that will always keep you movin’. Although the group was founded in Knoxville by frontman Ben Gaines and guitarist Cameron Moore, its members now call multiple cities home;Gaines, Tyler Reddick, and Jared White all call Chattanooga, TN home, Moore still holds down the fort in Knoxville with Brandon Whitaker. 2022 will see new music all year from the group with the first full length album slated to drop this Spring of 2023. Although the pandemic has slowed down the band’s hectic touring schedule, the group already has dates around the southeast in 2022 including festivals such as Hulawen. The group is just starting to spread the sounds of Tennessee across the country, and is not looking to slow down any time soon.

The Heavy Heavy At Yee Haw Knoxville

This is a big one, and we are super super excited to announce The Heavy Heavy are stopping in Knoxville. This band has been making waves, appearing on late night shows like Kimmel and Colbert. And they'll be playing major festivals like Bonnaroo and High Water later this year. Get your tickets quick for this one! 

Info about this show:

• Show Info:

  • This show is 18 and up unless accompanied by parent or legal guardian.

  • Doors open at 7pm.

  • Music starts at 7:30pm.

  • Seating will be very limited.

  • Tickets are $25 in advance / $30 day of show.

PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE ON EVENTBRITE

In a little over one year The Heavy Heavy have toured relentlessly in the United States and Europe, selling out shows from London to Chicago and garnering numerous accolades fromboth fans and critics. The Guardian deemed the band “one to watch” and praised their “thrillinglyinstinctive retro rock;” NME listed them as an Essential Emerging Artist for 2023. The HeavyHeavy appeared on national television on CBS Saturday Morning, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and TheLate Show with Stephen Colbert. Their singles “Miles & Miles” and “Go Down River” reached thetop 5 of the Billboard AAA and Americana Radio Charts. The band also landed high profileplacements, such as Netflix’s popular series Outer Banks. ATO Records released an expandedversion of their EP Life and Life Only in March 2023, which includes harmony-laden covers ofFather John Misty’s “Real Love Baby, CSNY’s “Guinnevere,” and Jonathan Wilson’s “Desert Raven."

Birdtalker Pretentious Beer Co.

Info about this show:

• Doors open at 7pm.

• Music starts at 8pm.

• Standing Room Only

• This is an all ages show.

• Tickets are $20 plus fees

• No refunds within 7 days of this event.

Birdtalker

Birdtalker released their debut album One in 2018 which met critical acclaim, featuring their breakout single “Heavy,” which has now amassed over 90 million streams on Spotify alone. With their self-titled sophomore album in 2021 and subsequent releases, they have come into their own with their most confident and unrestrained songs to date. Fronted by Zack and Dani Green along with Brian Seligman (guitar) and Chris Wilson (drums/percussion), Birdtalker explore how to navigate the unknown, embrace uncertainty, and learn to let go.

JK Johns, The Forgettables, and Ben Bannister at Pretentious Beer Co.

Info about this show:

This show is open to all ages.

• Seating will be very limited.

• No refunds unless the event is cancelled

• Doors will open at 7pm.

• Music will start at 8pm.

• Tickets are $10 in advance / $15 day of show.

JK Johns

The Forgettables

Ben Bannister

Singer Songwriter Showcase at Pretentious Beer Co. with Bogues, Nancy Ann, Lazarus Lake, and Joseph Barnum

Info about this show:

This show is open to all ages.

• Seating will be very limited.

• No refunds within 7 days of the event.

• Doors will open at 7pm.

• Music will start at 8pm.

• Tickets are $10 in advance / $15 day of show.

Bogues

Bogues is the brainchild of Nashville's AJ Gruenewald who writes lyrics straight from the heart, based around topics of heartbreak, loss, and navigating the different stages of life. Bogues' music can be compared to the likes of Andy Shauf and Phoebe Bridgers, but has a uniqueness and warmth to it that begs the need to hear more.

You can listen to Bogues' newest EP I Know You're Getting Older on all streaming platforms, and you won't be dissappointed.

Nancy Ann

Nancy Ann is no stranger to a Born & Raised singer songwriter showcase, and we just had to bring her back. Hailing from small-town Ohio and moving her roots to Knoxville, TN, she brings a wholesome and fun energy to her pop-americana genre that she's connected with. In Canvas Rebel Magazine, she states "My songs tend to gravitate towards interpersonal relationships and the experiences that shape them."

You can stream her single "Coffee and Tea" as well as her other music on all streaming platforms, and be prepared for it to be stuck in your head.

Lazarus Lake

Michael Jones’ love of family pervades his music. As the artist behind the alternative country project Lazarus Lake, he titled his inaugural single “Family Tree” to express his yearning for the family ties that brought him up. Michael has been reaping the benefits of his family’s love of music, from the very beginning until now. "I want my audience to hear the sounds and stories of my childhood, and through my music, I want to reconnect them to their roots. ”You can stream Lazarus Lake's single "Family Tree" on all streaming platforms and you will absolutely not regret it.

Joseph Barnum

Joseph Barnum, once Middle Tennessee local, now Knoxville native, is Born and Raised Productions' own singer songwriter (self proclaimed "lowercase 's' singer"). Joseph has toured across the eastern United States under the pseudonym "Ponder" but is looking to try his own name on for size.

His music can be found HERE, and he's the one writing this bio.

Zach Russell with Redd at Pretentious Beer Co.

Info about this show:

• Doors open at 7pm.

• Music starts at 8pm.

• Seating will be very limited.

• This is an all ages show.

• Tickets are $12 in advance / $15 day of show.

• No refunds within 7 days of this event.

Zach Russell

For decades now, musicians and songwriters have flocked to Nashville, Tennessee, in hopes of starting or fortifying their careers in the music industry. Zach Russell, who, subconsciously or not, bucks a number of trends in today’s music world, found the opposite to be true. It wasn’t until moving away from Music City U.S.A. that Russell inked his first record deal with tenacious indie label Thirty Tigers.

For seven years in Nashville, Russell studied how fellow writers and performers were approaching their craft, even spending a stint on the road as Tyler Childers’ merchandise manager. Getting a firsthand look at precisely what it takes to chase down greatness, Russell believed he could achieve it as well. But ultimately, taking a breather from Nashville brought clarity—and lots of songs—to the East Tennessee-based artist, and got the ball rolling on what would become Russell’s debut full-length album, Where The Flowers Meet The Dew out Dec 1st.

A TRIBUTE TO 90S COUNTRY HOSTED BY NEON RAINBOW

Info about this show:

• Doors open at 7pm.

• Music starts at 8pm.

• Tickets are $15 in advance / $20 day of show.

• This event is open to 18+.

• Under 18 admitted with supervision of parent or legal guardian.

• This event is standing room only.

An all-star cast of Knoxville music scene players come together for one amazing night of music to pay tribute to the golden era of pop country. We're talkin Garth, Shania, Tanya, Tim, Billy Ray, and a whole lot more!

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Grady Spencer & the Work at Pretentious Beer Co.

Info about this show:

• Doors open at 7pm.

• Music starts at 8pm.

• Seating will be very limited.

• This is an all ages show.

• Tickets are $12 in advance / $15 day of show.

• No refunds within 7 days of this event.

Grady Spencer & the Work

Grady Spencer & the Work is a band built from blood, tears, and sweat. A whole lot of sweat. Grady was born and raised in the West Texas plains, where he learned not only the value of a hard day’s work, but also how to play the acoustic guitar.

Following his love for the music of Jack Johnson, Grady would quickly realize that the music that he was playing was not only a hobby but a dream that he would be chasing for the rest of his life. In 2013, Grady would meet Blake Sager, the original and long-withstanding drummer of the band. Several roster alterations and changes over the years would eventually lead Grady to also find and convince bassist Johnny Hatcher and lead guitarist Tyler Martin to join the band as well. Since late 2017, this group of close friends and teammates have been working together to craft two full-length albums and countless live shows across the country.

Info about this show:

• Doors open at 7:30pm.

• Music starts at 8pm.

• This event is open to ages 18+, unless accompanied by parent or legal guardian

• Tickets are $15 in advance / $20 day of show

PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE ON EVENTBRITE

This is going to be one for the ages. We're are incredibly excited to present a full night dedicated to the amazing music from country music legend and east Tennessee icon, Dolly Parton.

The band is made up of some amazing local musicians including Kelsi Walker, Haley Labelle, Lauryl Brisson, Evie Andrus, Po Hannah , and Grady Milligan.

CeCe Coakley with Caroline Culver at Pretentious Beer Co.

Info about this show:

• Doors open at 7pm

• Music starts at 8pm

• This is an all ages show

• Tickets are $12 in advance / $15 day of show

We're so excited to have CeCe Coakley coming to Pretentious. Last time she was here she put on a great set at Southern Skies Music Festival, and now she's coming back with special guest Caroline Culver.

Cruz Contreras Debut Record Release At Yee Haw Knoxville

The Black Lillies' multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, songwriter, and producer Cruz Contreras is coming to Yee-Haw Knoxville Friday, September 15th to celebrate the highly anticipated release of his debut solo record, Cosmico.

His full band presentation of the album includes an all star lineup, including samuel b. quinn (The Everybodyfields, The Black Lillies). The show begins at 8 pm with support from Christian Lopez, who is currently touring his latest release, Magdalena.

Info about this show:

• Show Info:

  • This show is 18 and up unless accompanied by parent or legal guardian.

  • Doors open at 7pm.

  • Music starts at 8pm.

  • This is a standing room show.

  • Limited seating will be available.

  • VIP Lounge access available to all of Cruz's Patreon supporters.

  • Tickets are $20 in advance / $25 day of show.

PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE ON EVENTBRITE

More about Cruz Contreras:
 Multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, songwriter, and producer Cruz Contreras has impacted Americana music worldwide with projects Robinella and the CCstringband (1998-2007) and The Black Lillies (2009-2019). While in college, Contreras co-founded Robinella and the CCstringband, lending his initials to the stringband. He worked alongside Grammy-winning producer Russ Titleman (Eric Clapton, Little Feat) to co-produce their self-titled 2003 Columbia Records release. The critically acclaimed record led to national television performances, including Late Night with Conan O’Brien, a CMT-charting video for the single, “Man Over,” and his first performance on the hallowed stage of the Grand Ole Opry. To date, he’s appeared on “the Opry” 40 times.  He founded The Black Lillies in 2009. With 5 studio albums and over 1000 live performances, The Black Lillies cemented his reputation as an insightful songwriter and a powerhouse vocalist. Their sophomore album, 100 Miles of Wreckage, spent more than five months on the Americana radio Top 40 charts–four of them in the Top 20 and ended up on the AMA Top 100 of 2011. He has performed at top-tier festivals, including the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, CMA Fest, Bonnaroo, and more. Read more at CruzContreras.com/about.

More about Christian Lopez:

Rolling Stonesays..."as popularity in Americana rises, Lopez can connect the dots for many young listeners..” Christian Lopez is not merely riding the wave of Americana Music, the West Virginia native is bending it to its knees. With the will of his voice and the stomp of a steady beat, Christian Lopez is pioneering his own brand of Folk Rock. Lopez recorded his debut album, produced by multi-Grammywinning producerDave Cobb(Chris Stapleton), when he was just 18. Followed up by his critically acclaimed sophomore album,Red Arrowin 2017, the album featured songs like “Swim The River” and guests includingVince Gill. Since then, Lopez has released a multitude of albums includingThe Other Side(2021) his latest releaseMagdalena(June 2023) which he wrote and recorded while living in the tiny town of Magdalena, New Mexico. More atChristianLopezmusic.com.

Willa Mae with Second Rodeo at Pretentious Beer Co.

Info about this show:

• Doors open at 6:30pm

• Music starts at 7pm

• This is an all ages show

• Tickets are $12 in advance / $15 day of show

We're so excited to host Willa Mae at Pretentious and help them kickstart their summer tour with special guest Second Rodeo! Come out and help a Knoxville favorite raise some funds to take the show on the road.

Info about this show:

• Doors open at 7:00pm.

• Music starts at 8pm.

• This event is open to ages 18+, unless accompanied by parent or legal guardian

• Tickets are $12 in advance / $15 day of show

PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE ON EVENTBRITE

An all-star cast of Knoxville music scene players come together for one amazing night of music to pay tribute to the golden era of pop country. We're talkin Garth, Shania, Tanya, Tim, Billy Ray, and a whole lot more!

This is going to be one for the ages. These tribute shows have been super fun and a great experience bringing folks together within the Knoxville music community.

The house band is one of Knoxville's hottest country cover bands: Neon Rainbow.

Willa Mae with Second Rodeo at Pretentious Beer Co.

***THIS SHOW HAS BEEN POSTPONED. WE ARE CURRENTLY WORKING ON A MAKEUP DATE FOR JULY***

Info about this show:

• Doors open at 6:30pm

• Music starts at 7pm

• This is an all ages show

• Tickets are $12 in advance / $15 day of show

We're so excited to host Willa Mae at Pretentious and help them kickstart their summer tour with special guest Second Rodeo! Come out and help a Knoxville favorite raise some funds to take the show on the road.

PERPETUAL GROOVE AT YEE HAW

Info about this show:

• Doors open at 6:30pm

• Music starts at 7pm

• This is an all ages show

• Tickets are $20 in advance / $25 day of show

Based in Athens, GA, Perpetual Groove is a long time well established touring act with an enthusiastic fan base and international critical acclaim. Dubbed PGroove by their fans, their music has been best described as anthemic trance arena rock.

Carver Commodore with High Heat at Pretentious Beer Co.

Info about this show:

• Doors open at 7pm

• Music starts at 7:30pm

• This is an all ages show

• Tickets are $10 in advance / $15 day of show

PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE THROUGH EVENTBRITE:

Carver Commodore is an alternative rock band from the modest music town of Florence, Alabama. Carver is known for fusing garage, indie, and pop influences into stadium-worthy rock anthems. Modern alt-giants like Cage the Elephant, Jack White, and The Strokes tend to inform Carver’s guitar-laden hooks, recording aesthetics, and signature sticky songcraft.

Pony Bradshaw at Pretentious Beer Co.

Info about this show:

• 7pm

• This is an all ages show

• Tickets are $12 in advance / $15 day of show

CRYWANK WITH GRADY MILLIGAN

Info about this show:

• Doors open at 7pm

• Music starts at 7:30pm

• This is an all ages show

• Tickets are $12 in advance / $15 day of show

Come out to Pretentious Beer Co. for a great night with UK DIY legend, Crywank, and Knoxville's own Grady Milligan!

Doors open at 7:00, and music starts at 7:30. The show is open to all ages. Advance tickets are $12, and $15 the day of show, so be sure to get yours early! DON'T MISS OUT on this UK artist's first time in Knoxville!

Join us for the first concert in the Yee-Haw Brewing Co. Grove. This event is free and open to the public. The event is from 7pm-9pm on Friday, March 3, 2023.

Find more info on the Facebook event here: FACEBOOK EVENT