past events

John “JoJo” Hermann has been on the keys for much of his life, best known as the longtime keyboardist for the Southern rock jam band Widespread Panic. Born in New York City in 1962, JoJo grew up with a passion for blues and New Orleans-style piano.  Currently in the middle of a solo, John is a devoted husband and father to two daughters here in Nashville.

One of Warner’s Music’s newest rising artists, Patrick Murphy hails from Minnesota and started on the piano at age three. He is now an accomplished singer, songwriter and pianist and has opened for artists such as Maren Morris, Kane Brown, Kip Moore and Maddie & Tae.

Ava Ericson is a 17-year-old Nashvilian attending the Harpeth Hall School. She began singing at the age of 5 and songwriting at the age of 9.  Ava has performed her songs “in the round” at the famous Bluebird Cafe, open mic nights at Fox and Locke in Leipers Fork and at the Country Music Hall of Fame.

Two-time Grammy-winning songwriter and beloved Nashville husband and father of two, Chris Tompkins, has written sixteen #1 songs throughout his career and worked with dozens of the biggest singers and performers in the music industry. Amongst the innumerable artists to bring Chris’ songs to life, Tompkins’ has had cuts with Tim McGraw, Keith Urban, Little Big Town, Faith Hill, Rascal Flatts, and Hank Williams, Jr.  Chris’ songs have crossed over all genres of music, and he has worked with rapper Nelly, Gloria Gaynor, Bette Midler, Jason Isbell, Jimmy Buffet and rock bands Three Days Grace, Nickelback, Daughtry, Hinder, & Plain White T’s.

Jacob Hackworth is a powerhouse vocalist, artist, and songwriter.  His unique mix of R&B, Pop and Country Music is helping shape the next generation of Country.  Jacob’s undeniable talent has led him to become one of the most sought-after songwriters in Music City. His success has included more cuts by Bailey Zimmerman and Tucker Wetmore and additional songs recorded by Morgan Wallen, Jelly Roll, Brantley Gilbert, and many more. 

Jaxson Free is a rare genius level combination of prolific artist, songwriter, and producer. While still in his teens, the Raleigh NC native garnered millions of streams as an independent self-released artist.  The “Jax buzz” has continued to build since then and led to scores of multi-genre major label artists cuts by industry heavyweights like Quavo, Lana Del Rey, Kane Brown and Thomas Rhett.