Who runs the world? Pop girlies! From Madonna to Beyonce to Taylor to Sabrina, we honor the ladies who left a mark on the charts and in our hearts.
Always free. Come with a team or join some new fangirl friends!
The Doctor is in.
Dr. Jazz returns to Vinyl Tap with another four-hour prescription pulled entirely from the shelves: jazz, soul, Latin grooves, jazz-funk, vocals, and deep cuts of questionable availability. London-trained ears, impeccable bedside manner, no interest in the obvious selection.
Possible side effects include improved mood, involuntary movement, and leaving with several records.
Treatment begins when the needle drops. No appointment necessary.
Think you know music? WNXP would like to test that theory.
WNXP Music Trivia is taking over Vinyl Tap on Wednesday, August 26. Grab a team and put all those years of listening, liner-note reading, playlist making and completely useless music knowledge to work.
Expect questions from across genres and eras, plenty of opportunities to be extremely confident and completely wrong, and the particular satisfaction of knowing the song when nobody else at your table does.
Wednesday, August 26
7–9 PM
Free to play
Bring your smartest music friends. Or bring your most confidently incorrect ones. Both have their uses.
Every other Thursday, Parker James on vibraphone, Paul Defiglia on bass, and Anson Hohne on drums turn Vinyl Tap into your favorite jazz hideaway. They weave together standards, thoughtfully curated covers, and originals with a clear love for the music that makes every note feel alive.
Grab a pint from our award-winning beer selection, find a cozy spot, and let the trio carry you through swinging grooves, mellow moments, and unexpected musical turns. It’s expert, it’s heartfelt, and it’s the kind of night that reminds you why live music is magic.
WXNA DJ Night is a monthly Vinyl Tap tradition, happening the last Friday of every month.
Each month, a rotating lineup of DJs from WXNA 101.5 FM takes over the turntables, digging deep and spinning across genres with the care, curiosity, and independence the station is known for. No algorithms. Just real people, real records, and real taste.
A portion of proceeds from the night is donated directly to WXNA, helping support Nashville’s community radio and the voices that keep it thriving.
Come hang, discover something new, and support local radio!
This is Nashville-level karaoke where the bar is higher, the performances are legendary, and you never know who will grab the mic: a friend, a local musician, or maybe a surprise superstar. The room is always warm, lively, and full of energy, and our pro karaoke DJ Mike Shepherd keeps the night rolling.
Whether you’re here to sing your heart out, cheer on your crew, or just soak in the fun, Karaoke. Again. Forever. delivers laughs, thrills, and unforgettable moments. Step up, take the mic, and make it yours.
This is one of those nights where you just show up, find your spot, and let the music unfold. If you know, you know. Expect intimate performances, unexpected collaborations, and a few unforgettable moments. Come see who’s playing, sip something strong, and soak it all in. Brought to you by Stringjoy, curated by Noah Gundersen!
Sofia Goodman Jazz Jam is now a monthly gathering at Vinyl Tap—an open, high-vibe jazz jam led by one of Nashville’s most respected bandleaders.
Drummer, composer, and educator Sofia Goodman sets the tone alongside a stellar house trio, creating a supportive space for musicians to play, listen, and connect. Jazz standards are encouraged, as the jam is focused on musicians who want to explore this rich tradition that has shaped music and culture for over a century. The focus is on deep listening, musical curiosity, and good energy all around. Original charts can be included with prior notice. Email thesofiagoodmangroup@gmail.com if this appeals to you.
This jam is intentionally welcoming and community-driven, with a strong encouragement for women and underrepresented players to take the bandstand. Whether you’re a seasoned improviser or stepping into a jam for the first time, this is a room built on respect, openness, and shared love of the music.
Come to play, come to listen, come to hang.
Good vibes only. Always.
Get ready for a night of groove-driven funk, blues, jazz, and soul with The Lilliston Effect. Hailing from East Nashville, this quintet, led by Jean-Paul Lilliston on guitar, mixes original tunes with carefully chosen covers, bringing deep grooves, tight jams, and unexpected world-music twists.
Influenced by the Meters, Booker T. & the MG’s, Maceo Parker, and King Curtis, the band delivers music that is both disciplined and playful, swinging between funky riffs, soulful solos, and bursts of jazz improvisation.
With years of Nashville stages and festivals under their belt, from Arrington Vineyards to the Five Spot and Brown’s Diner, The Lilliston Effect has proven they can keep any audience hooked, whether it’s a quiet night with a drink in hand or a full-on listening room in the groove. Come experience it for yourself and get lost in the music.
The Adam Ollendorff Trio with Dan Burns (drums) and Kevin Dailey (bass) features pedal steel and guitar explorations of pop favorites from the Beatles to the Bangles, alongside original compositions and improvisations. Ollendorff’s recording credits include Will Hoge, JD McPherson, Kacey Musgraves, and Faye Webster. His latest instrumental single, “Sudden Sunset,” was released by Epidemic Sound and is available wherever records are streamed.
What's a record you wish everyone could hear?
Bring it to The Flipside, a new monthly record show-and-tell hosted by DJ Marquis Munson. Share a favorite album, a meaningful memory, an overlooked artist, or just something you've been excited about lately. Marquis will spin a side and help guide the conversation.
No experts required. Just music lovers.
This is Nashville-level karaoke where the bar is higher, the performances are legendary, and you never know who will grab the mic: a friend, a local musician, or maybe a surprise superstar. The room is always warm, lively, and full of energy, and our pro karaoke DJ Mike Shepherd keeps the night rolling.
Whether you’re here to sing your heart out, cheer on your crew, or just soak in the fun, Karaoke. Again. Forever. delivers laughs, thrills, and unforgettable moments. Step up, take the mic, and make it yours.
Prince Slender and Figman bring a night of reggae, dub, and roots that moves at its own pace. Expect deep grooves, heavy basslines, skanking rhythms, and hypnotic dub echoes, all selected with care by two serious crate diggers.
Whether you are here to sway, nod along, or just soak in the sound, SHOWDOWN delivers authentic grooves, rare cuts, and a listening experience rooted in a true respect for the music.
Every other Thursday, Parker James on vibraphone, Paul Defiglia on bass, and Anson Hohne on drums turn Vinyl Tap into your favorite jazz hideaway. They weave together standards, thoughtfully curated covers, and originals with a clear love for the music that makes every note feel alive.
Grab a pint from our award-winning beer selection, find a cozy spot, and let the trio carry you through swinging grooves, mellow moments, and unexpected musical turns. It’s expert, it’s heartfelt, and it’s the kind of night that reminds you why live music is magic.
Jack Silverman is one of those musicians who makes you stop what you're doing and pay attention.
His playing is thoughtful, adventurous, and endlessly musical. Whether he's leading a band, sitting in, or following a thread of improvisation somewhere unexpected, he always seems to find something interesting.
We're big fans around here, and we're excited to have him back in the shop.
Back by popular demand, Spin Class is the beginner-friendly DJ workshop for women and non-binary friends who love vinyl and want to try their hand at the turntables. Whether you’re vinyl-curious, brushing up your DJ skills, or just looking for a fun, supportive crew, this is the place to be.
The night runs like this: the sign-up sheet goes out at 6:00, and you can reserve a 15-minute slot to get up on the decks. Bring five of your own records, and learn as you spin with WXNA’s DJ Leanne Merritt and Vinyl Tap’s own DJ SHUG guiding and teaching every step of the way. Everyone is welcome to hang, cheer, and soak up the vibes while participants take their turns.
Sign up early, grab a slot, and come spin, learn, and play!
VINYL BINGO is back again!
Hosted by our beloved bar manager DJ Cream Jeans, who DJs in a bathrobe, spins killer records, and hands out prizes that actually make winning feel like a victory. Vinyl Bingo works like regular bingo except instead of numbers, your cards are filled with songs, surprises, and plenty of good-natured mayhem.
It is loud, it is wild, it is ridiculous, and you will leave smiling.
Nashville guitarist and songwriter Kevin Coleman celebrates the belated release of KC Blues, his new album out via Centripetal Force and Ramble Records.
Recorded over two years in bedrooms, basements, and home setups around Nashville, KC Blues pulls from the country blues and folk recordings that first inspired Coleman to play guitar, then pushes them somewhere stranger. Banjo, fiddle, lap steel, jaw harp, organ, field recordings, wine glasses, gopichand, and plenty of improvisation find their way into a record that favors feel and spontaneity over polish.
The album grew increasingly collaborative along the way, with Trevor Nikrant (Styrofoam Winos, MJ Lenderman, Ryan Davis’s Roadhouse Band) playing a central role alongside Tommy Stangroom, J.W. Bird, John Fernandes, and others. What began as Coleman reckoning with the particularly unsettled atmosphere of 2024 gradually turned inward, leaving behind six songs full of exhaustion, uncertainty, humor, and restless experimentation.
Come celebrate KC Blues a little later than planned, which somehow feels appropriate for a record shaped by broken equipment, scheduling conflicts, happy accidents, and following a good idea wherever it leads.
Join Nashville’s Northern Soul Club!
They danced until sunrise in Manchester, Blackpool, Stoke, and Wigan. We settle for Friday nights in East Nashville.
Join Nashville's Northern Soul Club on the first Friday of every month for an all-vinyl night built around the records that filled those legendary dance floors. Some you'll know. Some you'll spend the rest of your life trying to find. Either way, you'll want to dance.
Come early. Stay late. Dance like nobody's judging your spins.
Guitarist Ben Rice brings his long-running jazz trio back to Vinyl Tap, joined by Anson Hohne and Patrick Atwater. The three have been playing together for nearly a decade, building the kind of chemistry that only comes from years of listening closely and playing often.
Expect a relaxed but deeply musical night of jazz, with swinging standards, thoughtful arrangements, and plenty of room for conversation between the instruments. This is jazz meant to be felt as much as heard. Settle in, grab a drink, and let the trio do what they do best.
The Volcano Brothers: Monthly Waikiki Wednesday
Midweek never sounded this good. The Volcano Brothers bring 1930s and 40s Hawaiian music to life with hot jazz energy, steel guitars, and ukuleles. The lineup rotates among Nashville legends like Dave Jacques, Richard Bennett, Fats Kaplin, and Jim Hoke, making each show a rare and special experience.
Grab a daiquiri from the bar, settle in, and let Waikiki Wednesday melt the week away with swinging grooves from some of the city’s most remarkable players.
We’re coupling up with Monday nights for a Love Island USA REUNION watch party at Vinyl Tap.
Pull up for tropical cocktails, questionable decisions, dramatic rehashings, and plenty of shouting at the TV.
Episode starts at 8 PM, but you’ll want to graft early if you’re after a front-row seat.
No mugging off your friends. Bring them too.
This is one of those nights where you just show up, find your spot, and let the music unfold. If you know, you know. Expect intimate performances, unexpected collaborations, and a few unforgettable moments. Come see who’s playing, sip something strong, and soak it all in. Brought to you by Stringjoy, curated by Noah Gundersen!
Black eyeliner, flickering screens, and a bassline you feel in your ribs. In Between Days returns to Vinyl Tap like a transmission from another era, with Joe Lekkas of Palm Ghosts dialing in a full-spectrum alternative video night that leans dark, dreamy, and a little dangerous. New Wave, post-punk, shoegaze, goth, blog rock, indie sleaze. It’s all in there, stitched together from the early 80s through the mid-2000s.
Part dance floor, part late-night screening, all atmosphere. Drift into it or give in completely. Expect icy synths, chorus-drenched guitars, shadowy visuals, and those perfect moments where the room locks in and nobody wants to break the spell.
Come dressed for the mood or don’t. Just show up and let it pull you under.
Join RYMAN at Vinyl Tap for a special pop-up celebrating his debut album, Growing Pains!
RYMAN will be on-site signing vinyl, performing a special acoustic set, and bringing a one-of-a-kind collection of upcycled merch — each piece uniquely reworked and made just for the occasion. Come hang, hear some songs, grab a signed record, and shop limited-edition pieces you won’t find anywhere else.
WXNA DJ Night is a monthly Vinyl Tap tradition, happening the last Friday of every month.
Each month, a rotating lineup of DJs from WXNA 101.5 FM takes over the turntables, digging deep and spinning across genres with the care, curiosity, and independence the station is known for. No algorithms. Just real people, real records, and real taste.
A portion of proceeds from the night is donated directly to WXNA, helping support Nashville’s community radio and the voices that keep it thriving.
Come hang, discover something new, and support local radio!
THANK YOU, the debut album from MIKE D, comes to record stores on August 28. We’ll be hosting a listening party that day, giving fans a chance to listen to the new album together.
Come party with us, or find a store near you and ask them for details on date, time, giveaways*, prizes**, and a limited edition Purple Vinyl Variant of THANK YOU, only available at participating stores.
*giveaways with and without purchase, while supplies last
*one prize per party, must be present to win
THANK YOU from Mike D in record stores August 28 on CD and Clear Vinyl (Limited Edition Purple Vinyl at Release Events at participating stores).
Every other Thursday, Parker James on vibraphone, Paul Defiglia on bass, and Anson Hohne on drums turn Vinyl Tap into your favorite jazz hideaway. They weave together standards, thoughtfully curated covers, and originals with a clear love for the music that makes every note feel alive.
Grab a pint from our award-winning beer selection, find a cozy spot, and let the trio carry you through swinging grooves, mellow moments, and unexpected musical turns. It’s expert, it’s heartfelt, and it’s the kind of night that reminds you why live music is magic.
Think you know music? WNXP would like to test that theory.
WNXP Music Trivia is taking over Vinyl Tap on Wednesday, August 26. Grab a team and put all those years of listening, liner-note reading, playlist making and completely useless music knowledge to work.
Expect questions from across genres and eras, plenty of opportunities to be extremely confident and completely wrong, and the particular satisfaction of knowing the song when nobody else at your table does.
Wednesday, August 26
7–9 PM
Free to play
Bring your smartest music friends. Or bring your most confidently incorrect ones. Both have their uses.
Come hang with us and hear Billy Strings’ brand new album SO MUCH FOR GOODBYES two days before it comes out! We’ll have some fun giveaways, and will also be taking vinyl preorders. Don’t miss this one!!
Nashville band of friends, aka Love Junkyard - making musical marmalade - with Megan Palmer, Anana Kaye, Anne McCue, Jason Quicksall, Irakli Gabriel, David Conrad, Walter Epting.
Think obscure deep cuts from some of your favorite artists plus originals.
One for the Nashville folks...
To celebrate the release of Robyn Hitchcock's fab new album THE CONFUSER we are throwing a free album release party/ gig at VINYL TAP in EAST NASHVILLE this Sunday, August 23.
The event kicks off at 7pm...
This is a full band show with Robyn backed by Jeremy Fetzer, Eric Slick and Todd Bolden...
Jeremy Fetzer and Eric Slick will also perform short opening sets.
RH will be performing songs from the album as well as songs from Ye Olde Soft Boys Days. He will also sign records and books and posters, if you're so inclined.
Peace, love, polka dots!
More info: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BfcTRD9ux/
This is Nashville-level karaoke where the bar is higher, the performances are legendary, and you never know who will grab the mic: a friend, a local musician, or maybe a surprise superstar. The room is always warm, lively, and full of energy, and our pro karaoke DJ Mike Shepherd keeps the night rolling.
Whether you’re here to sing your heart out, cheer on your crew, or just soak in the fun, Karaoke. Again. Forever. delivers laughs, thrills, and unforgettable moments. Step up, take the mic, and make it yours.
DJ Osho is back at Vinyl Tap with his carefully curated records and a rotating theme that always keeps the night unpredictable. Past shows have ranged from David Lynch tributes to sci-fi jams, haunted disco, and all-female–led vinyl nights. No matter the theme, Osho always brings his VHS player and tapes for an extra layer of visual magic.
Expect deep cuts, surprise tracks, and a night full of atmosphere, creativity, and expertly spun grooves. Come for the music, stay for the experience, and see where Osho takes the turntables this time.
Real jazz is back.
Hal Kolodney (yes, our Hal), Christian Hayden, and Alex Hodge are linking up at Vinyl Tap to run through standards, left turns, and a few “wait…what was that?” moments in the best way.
Expect licks. Expect classics. Expect Hal doing Hal things. Some tunes will sound exactly how you remember, some absolutely will not.
Pull up, grab a drink, pretend you know what’s going on.
A NEW SOUND IN STEEL!
Wednesday, August 19, Vinyl Tap presents an evening of modern musical marvels, featuring the Electrosteel: part pedal steel, part synthesizer, and altogether something else.
Invented by Jeff Snyder, also known as Owen Lake, the Electrosteel takes its cues from the familiar levers and mechanics of the pedal steel guitar and puts them to work in the electronic age.
SEE IT! HEAR IT! TRY IT YOURSELF!
From 6–7 PM, Jeff will be on hand at Vinyl Tap for an Electrosteel demonstration and hands-on showcase. Come meet the inventor and take this curious new machine for a spin.
Then, at 7:30 PM, it’s Owen Lake and the Tragic Loves, performing songs from their brand-new album Bury Deep My Heart, with Brett Parnell putting the Electrosteel through its paces.
And at 9 PM, pedal steel master Luke Schneider takes the controls, trading honky-tonk for the cosmos with a set of dreamy, ambient steel soundscapes.
ONE NIGHT! TWO VISIONS OF THE STEEL GUITAR! A MUSICAL MACHINE YOU HAVE TO SEE TO BELIEVE!
Wednesday, August 19
Vinyl Tap
Electrosteel Showcase: 6–7 PM
Owen Lake and the Tragic Loves: 7:30 PM
Luke Schneider: 9 PM
Fangirl Trivia has been around for one year now!
We’re celebrating with a grab bag of our favorite topics: The Muppets, Keeping up with the Kardashians, Tumblr culture, Sex and the City and of course, Twilight!
What's a record you wish everyone could hear?
Bring it to The Flipside, a new monthly record show-and-tell hosted by DJ Marquis Munson. Share a favorite album, a meaningful memory, an overlooked artist, or just something you've been excited about lately. Marquis will spin a side and help guide the conversation.
No experts required. Just music lovers.
Slow Accordion release show! Out now on Royal Potato Family records, the debut of the instrumental quartet of Oliver Wood (Wood Brothers), Mark Raudabaugh (Sierra Hull), Matt Glassmeyer (Billy Martin), and Ted Pecchio (Col. Bruce Hampton) is a fully improvised, fully funky, fully messed up look at operating with this instrumentation.
No cover, $12 suggested
Time to re-up your prescription.
Dr. Jazz delivers a four-hour infusion of uplifting jazz and curated soul gems, connecting the dots between jazz, Latin grooves, jazz-funk, vocals, and deep-cut treasures. Inspired by the spirit of London’s legendary jazz club scene, this is all-vinyl listening built around discovery, rhythm, and the perfect beat.
No appointment necessary.
