10 Nashville concerts in July: Kendrick Lamar, Brandi Carlile and more
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We'll start with an incomparable vocalist and songwriter, finish with one of the greatest rappers of all time – and sandwich a few members (and future members) of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in between.
Throw in some "Heat Waves," "MMMBop" and "Semi-Charmed Life," and Nashville's July concert calendar isn't looking too shabby. Here are our 10 picks for the shows you can't miss this month.
July 8-9: Brandi Carlile
The six-time Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter returns to her creative home away from home for a two-night outdoor run at Ascend Amphitheater in downtown Nashville, supporting her 2021 album “In These Silent Days.” More information at livenation.com.
July 9: Robert Earl Keen
Sing along to “The Road Goes On Forever” one more time as this Texas country legend brings his final tour to the Ryman Auditorium. Ace Nashville songwriter Elizabeth Cook plays main support. More information at ryman.com.
July 13: Steely Dan
Nearly five years after the passing of bandmate Walter Becker, Donald Fagen has continued to bring their brilliant jazz-rock fusion to concert stages. Steely Dan's hit-heavy setlist should send any casual fan reeling – they haven't released a new album in 19 years, after all. They're coming to Franklin's FirstBank Amphitheater. More information at firstbankamphitheater.com
July 15: Hanson
Their debut single "MMMBop" turns 25 this year, but the iconic sibling trio from Tulsa still refuses to coast on nostalgia – their new album, "Red Green Blue," combines solo contributions by all three members. They return to the Ryman Auditorium this month. More information at ryman.com
July 23: Sharon Van Etten, Julien Baker and Angel Olsen
All three are among the most acclaimed singer-songwriters in modern indie rock – and two (Van Etten and Olsen) are Middle Tennessee State University alums. The "Wild Hearts" tour will bring this trio of talents to the Ryman. More information at ryman.com
July 25: Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo
This year has been a good one for these two – not only have they learned they'll be inducted in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, they're celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary. They'll revisit the hits they've made together (including “Shadows of the Night” and “Love is a Battlefield") at the Ryman Auditorium. More information at ryman.com
July 27: Third Eye Blind and Taking Back Sunday
A ‘90s rock staple and longtime emo favorite collide for a summer run that’s sure to spur singalongs loud enough to bounce out of the rock quarry at FirstBank Amphitheater in Williamson County. More information at firstbankamphitheater.com.
July 28: Glass Animals
British indie staple Glass Animals make a stop at Ascend Amphitheater after the unlikely rise of inescapable chart-topper "Heat Waves." More information at livenation.com.
July 29-30: Turnpike Troubadours
Nashville gets a turn with one of this year’s most-buzzed about reunions as Oklahoma country band Turnpike Troubadours plays two nights at the so-called Mother Church on a run of shows that end a three-year hiatus. More information at ryman.com.
July 31: Kendrick Lamar
Nashville will be one of the first cities to witness Lamar's 76-date "Big Steppers" tour – his first in nearly five years. The Pulitzer-Prize-winning rapper released his long-awaited fifth album, "Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers," in May. More information at bridgestonearena.com
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