Nashville’s March concerts: Billie Eilish, Post Malone and 9 more shows to see
What does the next month of live music in Nashville have in common with the Adirondacks?
The Great Range.
You only get one shot to make a terrible joke like that in print, and we think this month’s offerings are worth it.
We’ve got two of pop music’s newest superstars, a sensational country duo, the return of a beloved festival, a salute to a country legend, the opening of a brand-new venue and more good times to celebrate. Come on!
Post Malone on March 4: “Sunflower.” “Psycho.” “Better Now.” “Rockstar.” Modern hitmaker Post Malone brings his collection chart-topping songs to Nashville for a stop on his “Runaway” tour. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. Sold out, limited resale tickets available. More information at bridgestonearena.com.
Dan + Shay on March 6 + 7: Country music’s newest superstar duo fittingly has not one, but two arena shows scheduled in their adopted hometown — fresh off the news that they’re the top nominees at next month’s ACM Awards. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. Tickets start at $39.50. More information at bridgestonearena.com
Fisk Jubilee Singers on March 8: Nashville’s original musical institution (founded in 1871) will have its fourth annual “Spring Sing,” co-headlining the Ryman Auditorium with Grammy-nominated jazz vocalist Ledisi. Ryman Auditorium 116 Fifth Avenue North. Tickets start at $46.50. More information at ryman.com
The Dirty Knobs with Mike Campbell on March 15: Tom Petty’s righthand man in the Heartbreakers and Fleetwood Mac newcomer Mike Campbell brings his band to Nashville days before the release of a new record, “Wreckless Abandon.” Brooklyn Bowl Nashville, 925 3rd Ave N. $30. More information at brooklynbowl.com/nashville.
Nathaniel Rateliff on March 20: Frontman or burly soul band The Night Sweats performs solo under the stain glass windows of the Ryman. Rateliff released his new so album, “And It’s Still Alright,” last month. Ryman Auditoirum, 116 5th Ave. N. Sold out. More information at ryman.com.
Kool & the Gang on March 22: It’s been eight years since the funk/soul hit machine last played Music City — opening for Van Halen, of all acts, in 2012. They’re back with another unconventional gig, rocking our symphony hall with the likes of “Celebration,” “Jungle Boogie,” “Ladies Night” and more. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place. Tickets start at $47. More info at nashvillesymphony.org
“King of the Road: Celebrating the Music of Roger Miller” on March 22: Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson, Trisha Yearwood, Toby Keith and more gather to commemorate the music of famed Nashville songwriter Roger Miller. Opry House, 2804 Opryland Dr. Tickets start at $61.50. More information at ryman.com.
Tin Pan South on March 24-28: Nashville’s longtime all-songwriters festival returns for its 28th year, with talented songsmiths performing in-the-round in 10 venues over five days. Learn more at tinpansouth.com
Billie Eilish on March 27: Over the last year, she became one of the most famous musicians in the world. She also turned 18. Tickets for the Grammy-dominating pop phenom’s first arena tour sold out in minutes, including her latest stop in Nashville. Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. Learn more at bridgestonearena.com
The Cadillac Three on March 27: The Nashville outfit returns to the Ryman in support of a new record, “Country Fuzz.” Ryman Auditoirum, 116 5th Ave. N. Tickets start at $30. Find more information at ryman.com.
Dashboard Confessional and The Get Up Kids on March 28: Emo night takes charge at the Mother Church of Country Music. “Vindicated” songwriter (and adopted Nashville songwriter) Dashboard Confessional returns to the Ryman. Midwestern emo stronghold The Get Up Kids offer support. Ryman Auditoirum, 116 5th Ave. N. Tickets start at $32.50. More information at ryman.com.
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