We’re heading to New York City for the annual CMJ Music Marathon this week, and so are a lot of our favorite local acts! And, while this year’s fest boasts a TON of incredible bands, we wanted to help you show Music City artists a little extra love by rounding up some of our faves. Below, you’ll find some of our top picks for Nashville artists at this year’s CMJ, along with samples of their tunes. Hope to see you in attendance!
BULLY
10.24 @ Mercury Lounge (7:45pm) + Pianos (Upstairs) (10pm)
10.25 @ Shea Stadium (9:30pm)
THE WANS
10.21 @ Knitting Factory (7:30pm) + Matchless (10:45pm)
10.24 @ Spike Hill (4:35pm)
10.25 @ Arlene’s Grocery (4:50pm)
PENICILLIN BABY
10.22 @ Trash Bar (10:15pm)
10.24 @ Union Pool (10:45pm)
10.25 @ Rockwood Stage 2 (6pm)
VINYL THIEF
10.21 @ Marlin Room at Webster Hall (5:45pm)
10.22 @ Living Room (11:55pm)
TESLA ROSSA
10.24 @ Spike Hill (5pm)
10.25 @ Arlene’s Grocery (2:20pm)
BLACKLIST ROYALS
10.22 @ Fontana’s (7pm)
ANNA HAAS + THE EFFECT
10.21 @ The Delancey Upstairs (10:30pm)
GUTHRIE BROWN
10.22 @ Rockwood Stage 3 (6:15pm)
DANIEL ELLSWORTH & THE GREAT LAKES
10.24 @ Rockwood Stage 2 (8pm)
MARGO PRICE & THE PRICETAGS
10.24 @ Rockwood Stage 1 (12am)
JORDAN HULL
10.24 @ Rockwood Stage 3 (5pm)
CMJ takes place Oct. 21-25 all over New York City. Badges are still available here.