Destiny Mizell

Entertainment

Books. Music. Art. Comedy. Film. TV. Theatre. 

Books

Nashville Lifestyles •

An evening with Reese Witherspoon and Harlan Coben

Join storytelling titans Reese Witherspoon and Harlan Coben in celebrating the publication of their page-turning new release at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center on October 29 at 7 p.m. The special event will open the doors to Witherspoon and Coben’s brilliant minds about the killer collaboration and production of the action-packed thriller Gone Before Goodbye.   

Excitingly, each ticket includes a copy of Gone Before Goodbye provided by Parnassus Books. Additionally, all proceeds will benefit...
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Southern Festival of Books Announces its 2025 Authors

Lovers of the written word rejoice! Southern Festival of Books just announced its initial list of attending authors and the lineup is packed with award-winners and best sellers. 

Southern Festival of Books is one of the of the largest and oldest literary events in the country. Booklovers from far and wide travel for the live events, panel sessions, discussions, book signings, readings from a wide variety of genres, and the overwhelming sense of community. The festival weekend, October 18 and...
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Where to Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day in Nashville

Gather around, bookworms, because Independent Bookstore Day is back on April 26. One of the biggest days of the year for local bookstores, the event evokes the importance of shopping locally and connecting with fellow readers year-round.

Read on for four must-visit indie bookshops in Nashville and how to celebrate the occasion with them. 

Novelette Booksellers

Nashville's only queer-owned bookstore, Novelette, is a groovy safe space for book lovers of all ages. At this local gem, books...
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3 Books to Add to Your Spring Reading List

Nothing beats the feeling of cracking open a new book, regardless of what chapter of life you’re on.

Not to mention that fresh book smell. Read on for three new books coming this month with lessons that guide through life’s seasons.

I Thought It Would Be Better Than This by Jessica N. Turner

Influencer, speaker, author, and mother Jessica N. Turner is speaking vulnerably with her new book I Thought It Would Be Better Than This. After losing her 16-year-marriage when her husband came out...
Nashville Lifestyles •

Get the Scoop on Nashville Fantasy Ball

Nashville Fantasy Ball, the immersive brainchild of WolfHart Productions, is blurring the lines between fantasy and reality.

Through balls, soirées, and gatherings, NFB is working to bring dreams found in works of fiction to life. The elevated aesthetic, entertainment, vendor hall, photo opportunities, characters, storyline, and more are just a glimpse at the evocative nature of the experience.

Forbidden Fantasies: An Enemies to Lovers Affair at The Bedford on February 7 and 8 will be the...
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Nashville Moment: Meredith Seacrest Leach

Sibling duo Ryan Seacrest and Meredith Seacrest Leach release their first-ever picture book, illustrated by Bonnie Lui and molded by childhood imagination.

Leaning on their childhood and firsthand accounts from the Ryan Seacrest Foundation, the brother and sister creatives emphasize the importance of dreaming big. They wish to inspire children to shoot for the stars and never stop, with the result being a celebration of wild wonder and overflowing ambition. Readers can purchase The Make-Belie...
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Nashville Moment: Rea Frey

Award-winning, number one bestselling author, Book Doula, and Nashville local Rea Frey has done it again, placing another heartfelt and memorable novel under her belt. 

In Every Life explores love, impossible choices, and second chances, and will debut August 6. Frey is a lifelong wellness-lover and an accomplished writing coach who makes sure her dreams turn into reality with a story as interesting as her novels. We chatted with Frey about her latest novel, career journey, holism, and more....

From Forks to forever: The timeless charm of the ‘Twilight’ saga

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Nearly 20 years after its release, “Twilight” remains a pop-culture sensation. This poses a question bigger than “Team Edward or Team Jacob?”

Why do we still like it?

With a “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” so-bad-you-can’t-look-away type of appeal, the “Twilight” movies (and books) are criticized by the masses for its production quality, plot and controversial ele

"Bridgerton” Season 3 sneak peek Q&A spills tea, reveals subplots

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Netflix and Shondaland held an exclusive Q&A to share a sneak peek at season three of “Bridgerton,” also known as Polin season.

In typical “Bridgerton” fashion, the virtual event took place on Valentine’s Day – A date that super-fans know belongs to the series. Every Feb. 14 since 2020, showrunners and cast have gathered to raise a glass to the next batch of antici
The Murfreesboro Pulse •

Sasquatches in the South? R.D. and Brenda Rhodes Release Their Documentation of Bigfoot in The Bigfoot Finders Book Release

A Tennessee couple showcased “documented, overwhelming evidence to support the existence of Bigfoot” in a Murfreesboro press conference in January.

After a year of spending multiple hours in the woods each week, snapping photos on their Samsung Galaxies and investing around $7,000 out of their own pockets, R.D. Rhodes Jr. and his wife, Brenda, are ready to present their findings through the release of their book The Bigfoot Finders.

“The world simply deserves to know the truth about Bigfoot,”

Music

Nashville Lifestyles •

Megan Piphus Is Changing the Tune

For the multi-talented Megan Piphus, every word, note, and sound is meticulously prepared to make music that serves kids for a lifetime. Representation is at the core of her work; in 2021, the multiple-time Emmy Award winner notably became the first Black female puppeteer to perform on Sesame Street. Her album releasing this month, Cinderella Sweep, was created to inspire young girls. For it, she partnered with Saving Our Daughters, a nonprofit with a mission to support adolescent girls of color...
Nashville Lifestyles •

Nashville Pride 2025: Get the Details

Get ready for more than 135 entertainers across three stages and a weekend packed with joyful inclusivity because Nashville Pride is back again.

The electric weekend will kick off with a high-energy Friday night concert on June 27 at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. Iconic Grammy winners Kim Petras and Estelle will be joined on stage by Empress Of and RuPaul’s Drag Race season two winner Kylie Love. The following morning, the annual parade will take place between Broadway and 8th Ave. at...
Nashville Lifestyles •

Must-Visit Celebrity Bars on Broadway

Lower Broadway is synonymous with Nashville nightlife, and the latest wave of celebrity-owned bars has taken the honky tonk scene to a whole new level. From country icons to rock royalty, these venues serve up spectacular drinks and bites in immersive spaces that reflect the stars themselves. Read on for five bars you won't want to miss while downtown. 

Lainey Wilson's Bell Bottoms Up 

A newer addition, Bell Bottoms Up channels Lainey Wilson's signature style of retro glam with western fla...
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Nashville Moment: Giancarlo Guerrero

It all started with a standing ovation. When illustrious conductor (and later six-time Grammy Award-winner) Giancarlo Guerrero first came to guest-conduct Nashville Symphony 20 years ago, he didn’t know that he would eventually return as Music Director for 16 years. The beloved maestro leaves quite a legacy, championing works of prominent American composers through various mediums, and the Nashville Symphony commissioning and premiering nearly two dozen pieces and 21 commercial recordings under...
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Music in the City 2025: An Evening with Jelly Roll

Nashville Lifestyles hosted its annual Music in the City event featuring a sold-out Q&A and performance with January cover star Jelly Roll at his new bar, Goodnight Nashville on February 20. 

Jelly Roll said it best: Music is medicine. Nashville Lifestyle's Music in the City event goes to show that his words ring true. The Nashville native put on a heartwarming and head-nodding show, reminiscing on days where singing on his own Broadway stage seemed impossible and playing hits that changed hi...
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Grammy Makers: Middle Tennessee State University

There’s a reason Middle Tennessee State University has been endeared as a “Grammy-winning factory.”

The university aids in putting artists on the fast track to accolades and stardom. MTSU alumni, former or current students, and faculty from across the university have been a part of more than 170 Grammy Award nominations in the last two decades. The number of MTSU-connected Grammy winners since 2001 currently stands at more than 20 people, with nearly 50 Grammys, including nine repeat recipien...
Nashville Lifestyles •

Nashville Moment: Brianna Healy

Few music venues generate revenue to feed into nonprofits.

At Riverside Revival of the Boedecker Foundation, that’s the whole point. The community-focused music venue and event space is a vibrant hub for both local culture and charitable initiatives. Housed in a beautifully updated 73-year-old church in East Nashville, this venue is part of the Boedecker Foundation Collaborative Campus, a project founded by George B. Boedecker Jr. that fosters community-driven work. Since opening in 2020, R...
Nashville Lifestyles •

Nashville Moment: Danny Myrick

Music can be a powerful instrument for coping with trauma.

Songwriting With: Soldiers is a program that pairs veterans and first responders with professional songwriters to utilize music as a tool for healing, fostering connections, and sharing experiences. SW:S hosts retreats across the US and offers a Warrior PATHH program: a six-day intensive that offers a group songwriting opportunity on the fifth night. Nashville songwriter Danny Myrick actively participates in the Warrior PATHH program...
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What to Know: Gaylord Opryland's Annual Country Christmas Celebration

Jingle all the way to Gaylord Opryland this holiday season for a venture packed with holiday fun.

From November 8 to January 4., Gaylord Opryland’s 41st A Country Christmas event offers a plethora activities, attractions, and amazing views.

“This year, we are thrilled to welcome guests to our signature attraction, ICE!, featuring Frosty the Snowman. It’s been 11 years since the resort featured this ICE! theme, so we are excited to bring back this classic holiday story as part of our event,...
Nashville Lifestyles •

Get the Scoop on Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival

Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival returns, uniting people through music, art, food, and more for the 10th year in a row.

Gallivant through the gorgeous rolling hills and bask in the stirrings of fall weather at the Park at Harlinsdale Farm in Franklin on September 28 and 29. Like its predecessors, this weekend will be packed with unforgettable memories forged in the all-embracing music scene, culinary delights, hand-crafted goods, and activities for fans of all ages.

This year’s lin...
Nashville Lifestyles •

Get the Scoop on Songblazers, a Cirque du Soleil Production Coming to Nashville

Cirque du Soleil and Universal Music Group Nashville are honoring legendary trailblazers of country music while embracing contemporary talents and the genre’s evolving spirit through a dynamic theatrical production, Songblazers – A Journey Into Country Music.

Audiences are invited to witness breathtaking acrobatics, awe-inspiring aerial acts, displays of extraordinary strength, and a score featuring the works of brilliant artists. As the crowd grooves to beloved country tunes, they will be...
Nashville Lifestyles •

Dolly Parton Unveils Dolly Wines

Global superstar, Dolly Parton, announced Dolly Wines in collaboration with Parton Family Cellars and Accolade Wines.

Dolly’s first wine to be released, Dolly Wines California Chardonnay 2023, is on sale in retail stores across the country starting in July, but can also be pre-ordered. The crisp Chardonnay offers a blend of white peach, sweet cream, and toasty oak for a balanced sweetness.

The beloved entertainer was involved in every step of the winemaking process, offering her input on t...
Nashville Lifestyles •

Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum Displays Iconic Guitars for a Limited Time

Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum has one-of-a-kind guitars from legendary artists including Prince, Bob Dylan, John Lennon, and more on display in a special exhibit through May 18.

Each guitar is steeped in music history, from the yellow cigarette smoke stains and visible repairs on Steve Jones’ original Sex Pistols guitar to Randy Bachman’s axe that birthed the rock ‘n’ roll song “American Woman.”  Prince’s Cloud 3 and John Lennon’s “Help!” acoustic guitar are the rarest in the exhibit. The C...

Concert couture creates community, enhances show experience

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It is no secret that concert attire becomes more of a spectacle each time a tour hits the road. Eccentric outfits fill social media feeds and concertgoers promenade in head-to-toe glam as they fill streets surrounding venues.

Of course the days of band tees and jeans at shows aren’t gone, but fans have grown much more expressive. The practice gained popularity in t

Emerging talent gets comfortable on Country Music Hall of Fame stage

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Seventeen year old Miley Henderson strode onto the carpeted stage of Ford Theater in the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.

As the only teenager, she stood amongst established artists Maggie Baugh, Denitia and Jack McKeon for the Acoustic Guitar Project’s songwriter round, held earlier this month inside the vereated hall. The Acoustic Guitar Project is a global

Embracing discomfort: A quest for freedom at SXSW

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I ignored my SXSW confirmation email for weeks. My family and mentor practically forced me to go — and, more importantly, enjoy myself. Had I known it would be the most liberating experience of my life, I would have freed myself from my mind a lot sooner.

Middle Tennessee State University sent 10 audio production students to attend the festival in Austin, Texas. Th
The Murfreesboro Pulse •

The Regulars: Meet Some of Murfreesboro’s Talented Musicians and Find Out Where to Hear Them Live

Murfreesboro’s music scene has grown over the years to include a consistent lineup of talented local artists and musicians, along with venues that host live music on a regular basis.

These names often appear in the Pulse concert calendar. Learn more about who these artists are and where to find them.

Singer-songwriter Roland Justice delivers toe-tapping tunes that ignite the senses. He stirs Americana, soul, rock and country music into a heavenly blend that demands movement. He takes his song

Sweating 'All The Small Things': Blink-182's top four albums ranked

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Dive into Blink-182’s top four albums, each a chapter in their rebellious pop-punk discography.

After weathering storms of hiatuses, lineup changes and personal struggles, Tom DeLonge, Mark Hoppus and Travis Barker emerge triumphant. With a world tour and latest album “One More Time…” the band is reliving their days on the road. The reunion follows a bitter split i

MTSU alumni Chris Young and Jaelee Roberts light up Ole Red stage

Chris Young took to the stage at Ole Red happy to be anywhere but jail, so he told the crowd Wednesday as he perched on a wooden barstool.

Nashville Lifestyles’ annual Music in the City event came two weeks following Young’s arrest in Nashville, in which the charges have been dropped.

“I needed to address it in the beginning, so here we are,” he said.

Among others, Middle Tennessee State University College of Media and Entertainment sponsored the concert, proud to support Young, who attended

Top 5 standout performances at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards

The 66th Annual Grammy Awards performances fostered a night of connection and celebration through heartfelt intimacy and captivating visuals. The evening presented legends, pop sensations, rappers and everyone in between on stage, including a surprise duet. Women take the cake for best performances this year, but support from artists like Finneas and Luke Combs doesn’t hurt.

Ready to find out who stood out? Read on for the best Grammys performances this year.

The night’s most anticipated perfo
The Murfreesboro Pulse •

Battle of the Bands Returns to Washington Theatre, Six Bands to Perform Feb. 3

Six local bands will compete at the third annual Murfreesboro Battle of the Bands on Saturday, Feb. 3. Held at Washington Theatre, located inside Patterson Park Community Center, doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the battle will begin at 6 p.m.

The participating bands include Aconundrum, Blue Willow, Outpost, The Feetles, Warplay and Zoe Imperium, six groups all performing original songs encompassing multiple rock subgenres.

Aconundrum is a high-energy rock band with pop elements as well as some blu
The Murfreesboro Pulse •

Pat Travers Band to Rock Hop Springs Nov. 17

The Pat Travers Band has been a force in the rock music scene for decades. Travers’ signature blend of hard rock and blues brought hits such as “Boom Boom (Out Go the Lights)” and “Snortin’ Whiskey” in the late ’70s and early ’80s, and the Canadian-born guitarist is still going strong.

The Pat Travers Band, with special guests The Great Affairs, promises an evening of epic guitars and energetic melodies at Murfreesboro’s Hop Springs Beer Park on Friday, Nov. 17, kicking off at 8 p.m.

Though mu
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Art

Nashville Lifestyles •

The Tomato: A Uniter, Not a Divider

Tomato Art Fest returns to the Five Points area in East Nashville from August 8 – 9 for its 22nd year. The free, two-day festival is open to all ages and showcases talented artists who have been drawing inspiration from tomatoes for over two decades.

The festival’s wacky traditions seem to grow more every year, gathering over 65,000+ attendees to enjoy art, music on two stages, unique contests, fun activities, and access to over 225 vendors to shop, eat, and drink tomato-inspired creations. D...
Nashville Lifestyles •

Monumental Musings: It's All Greek to Me

The iconic, 42-foot Athena Parthenos at the Parthenon — the largest indoor statue in the Western Hemisphere — is turning 35 this year.

To commemorate this anniversary, the Parthenon invited Athena’s creator, Alan LeQuire, to do a full takeover of the museum with two major exhibitions (Goddess in Progress and Monumental Figures) displayed at the Parthenon this summer. The only person to ever be given this honor, he showcases new works in the East Gallery, in the Naos, where Athena stands, and...
Nashville Lifestyles •

Get the Scoop on Songblazers, a Cirque du Soleil Production Coming to Nashville

Cirque du Soleil and Universal Music Group Nashville are honoring legendary trailblazers of country music while embracing contemporary talents and the genre’s evolving spirit through a dynamic theatrical production, Songblazers – A Journey Into Country Music.

Audiences are invited to witness breathtaking acrobatics, awe-inspiring aerial acts, displays of extraordinary strength, and a score featuring the works of brilliant artists. As the crowd grooves to beloved country tunes, they will be...
Nashville Lifestyles •

Step into the World of Lee Alexander McQueen at the Frist

Visit the Frist Art Museum's Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous exhibition now through August 25. 

The experience serves as an intimate glimpse into the contemporary fashion trailblazer’s world through a selection of Ray’s photographs spanning more than thirteen years.

The exhibit features sixty of McQueen’s garments alongside sixty-five of Ray’s photos with the intent to reexamine the life and legacy of a beloved yet misunderstood figure. This exhibition is profoundly moving, of...
The Murfreesboro Pulse •

Art Studio Tour: Decades-Long Tradition Celebrating One-of-a-Kind Treasures Continues Nov. 17–19

Since 1993, the Stones River Craft Association has hosted its annual Art Studio Tour around Murfreesboro and the surrounding area. The Art Studio Tour fosters a medium for local artists to showcase their eclectic works and for the community to visit their home studios and gain exposure to a variety of creators and their respective styles. The 2023 Art Studio Tour will take place Friday through Sunday, Nov. 17–19, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

The four participating studios this year are Jona

Comedy. Film. TV. Theatre

Women in Film president moderates "An evening with Brittany Broski" event

Brittany Broski flew from Los Angeles to Murfreesboro to answer student-asked questions about her current heartthrobs, music taste and experiences as a female content creator and comedian.

Students nearly covered the perimeter of the Student Union Building’s second floor waiting for the event to start Thursday night. Empty seats in the Student Union Ballroom were scarce.

Signs displaying the event’s information and a QR code to submit questions cropped up in multiple locations on Middle Tennes
Nashville Lifestyles •

Get the Details Behind the 2025 Nashville Comedy Festival

The 2025 Nashville Comedy Festival is making its highly anticipated return to the city’s most iconic venues April 3 to 13.

Anticipate a diverse lineup of comedy heavy-hitters, live podcasts, and can’t-miss, one-of-a-kind shows.

Eleven days in its eleventh year, fans get the opportunity to laugh for the longest run in Nashville Comedy Festival history. Venues include Bridgestone Arena, Ryman Auditorium, Zanies and The Lab, and the newest venue in town, The Pinnacle. With venues of all sizes...

"Bridgerton” Season 3 sneak peek Q&A spills tea, reveals subplots

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Netflix and Shondaland held an exclusive Q&A to share a sneak peek at season three of “Bridgerton,” also known as Polin season.

In typical “Bridgerton” fashion, the virtual event took place on Valentine’s Day – A date that super-fans know belongs to the series. Every Feb. 14 since 2020, showrunners and cast have gathered to raise a glass to the next batch of antici
Nashville Lifestyles •

A Behind-the-Scenes Looks with Rabbit Room Theatre

This holiday season, Rabbit Room Theatre presents a newly imagined version of the Charles Dickens holiday classic, A Christmas Carol. 

From December 7 through 22, audiences can witness this unique reframing at the Franklin Special School District Performing Arts Center. Rabbit Room Theatre’s Artistic Director and award-winning playwright A.S. Pete Peterson provides a fresh look at this beloved story in a way never-seen-before. Unlike many other adaptations of the tale, Peterson decided to inc...
Main Street Media of Tennessee •

Murfreesboro native Julia Hunter makes the journey from TPAC seats to TPAC stage with role in “Annie” - Main Street Media of Tennessee

Murfreesboro native Julia Hunter is returning to Tennessee to perform in “Annie” at TPAC.

Hunter, a 2009 Riverdale High graduate, said that a group of 18 people including family, friends, former choir and theater teachers and her high school principal plan to attend the March 30 shows. Hunter said she was in the audience for many TPAC performances while growing up.

“We have gone to see her plays in Philadelphia, Florida, Pennsylvania, Alabama, and of course we are going to Nashville to see her
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German Filmmakers Simon and Joshua Wesley Shoot Feature in Middle Tennessee, Telling of Holiday Romance and the Love of Jesus

Amidst the summer heat, two filmmakers brought Christmas to life in Murfreesboro and the surrounding areas.

The recently released film A Law for Christmas is a cinematic celebration of love and Christianity during the holiday season, woven against the backdrop of Middle Tennessee.

Though the film is set in Washington, D.C. and a fictional rural town called Snowpoint, a significant amount of it was filmed in Murfreesboro. The most-used shooting locations include Oflow Cafe, The Abbey Public Hou

From Forks to forever: The timeless charm of the ‘Twilight’ saga

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Nearly 20 years after its release, “Twilight” remains a pop-culture sensation. This poses a question bigger than “Team Edward or Team Jacob?”

Why do we still like it?

With a “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” so-bad-you-can’t-look-away type of appeal, the “Twilight” movies (and books) are criticized by the masses for its production quality, plot and controversial ele
Nashville Lifestyles •

Get the Scoop on Songblazers, a Cirque du Soleil Production Coming to Nashville

Cirque du Soleil and Universal Music Group Nashville are honoring legendary trailblazers of country music while embracing contemporary talents and the genre’s evolving spirit through a dynamic theatrical production, Songblazers – A Journey Into Country Music.

Audiences are invited to witness breathtaking acrobatics, awe-inspiring aerial acts, displays of extraordinary strength, and a score featuring the works of brilliant artists. As the crowd grooves to beloved country tunes, they will be...