Hot Topics: Next Big Nashville Conference Starts Today
Yes, there are a lot of bands playing NBN, but this year they've also added a conference element, featuring panel discussions and a keynote interview with Ben Folds featuring Andy Langer of Esquire.
Here are today's events:
The New New Nashville: What Do We Need?
Time: 10-11 a.m.
Location: Musicians Hall of Fame (301 6th Ave. South)
Psychology and the Art of Artist Management
Time: 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Location: Musicians Hall of Fame (301 6th Ave. South)
Plays Well With Others: Co-Writing As An Artistic Outlet (FREE)
Time: 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Location: Country Music Hall of Fame (222 5th Ave. South)
The Nashville Curse
Time: 1:45-2:45 p.m.
Venue: Musicians Hall of Fame (301 6th Ave S)
(Feat. Bobby Bare Jr. and Matt Friction.)
Keynote Artist Interview: Ben Folds (FREE)
Time: 3-4 p.m.
Location: Country Music Hall of Fame (222 5th Ave. South)
You'll need a festival badge to get into all but the co-writing and Ben Folds events, but both of those are free and open to the public. Check out the NBN site for more info on today's conference goings-on.
(You can also see our Critics' Picks in this week's print edition for a select run-down.)
