Nashville Scene

Nashville Scene is an alternative newsweekly based in Nashville, Tennessee. Established in 1989, it became part of Village Voice Media in 1999. In early 2006, Village Voice Media merged with New Times Media, bringing Nashville Scene into a larger network of sixteen publications. In 2009, SouthComm Communications took ownership of the paper. Nashville Scene primarily covers topics related to music, arts, entertainment, and local and state politics in the Nashville area.

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‘Replanted in a New Land’: Inside East Nashville’s Cambodian International Buddhist Temple

10 hours ago | nashvillescene.com | Laura Hutson Hunter

In the Cambodian tradition, people invite monks to their homes to bless the spirits of their family members. Because there tend to be fewer monks in American communities, the tradition evolved into a communal blessing ritual. Every year, members of the Cambodian community from all around Middle Tennessee — and sometimes from other states — gather at the Cambodian Buddhist Temple in East Nashville for a special memorial service.
'Replanted in a New Land': The Venerable Han Hoeung

10 hours ago | nashvillescene.com | Laura Hutson Hunter

The Venerable Han Hoeung didn’t always want to be a monk. “In the beginning, I didn’t want to be a monk at all, but my father was a monk,” Hoeung explains through a translator. “He was a great monk, and well-known. He wanted me, as his son, to continue that legacy. I said to myself that I would — but only for a month or two.”He laughs as he remembers those younger years, and his own childish folly. “Obviously, at the age of 14, there are a lot of distractions in your life,” he continues.
Impending State Law Looks to Expand Private Prison Oversight

1 day ago | nashvillescene.com | Julianne Akers

Tennessee’s private prisons could see a reduction in their inmate populations if death rates in the facilities continue to increase. Legislation to increase oversight in the CoreCivic facilities received a final OK from the Senate on Tuesday before the 2025 General Assembly adjourned for the year.
Three State Constitutional Amendments Head to 2026 Ballot

2 days ago | nashvillescene.com | Julianne Akers

Tennesseans will soon vote on three constitutional amendments regarding the right to bail, victims' rights and a permanent ban on any future state property tax. With the legislative session expected to end this week, the Tennessee House of Representatives passed the amendments through three resolutions on Monday, with the amendments now set to be placed on the November 2026 gubernatorial ballot.
Faye Driscoll Understands the Importance of Provocation in Art

2 days ago | nashvillescene.com | Laura Hutson Hunter

“I describe it as a flesh-and-breath sculpture.”Faye Driscoll: Weathering April 24-26 at OZ ArtsFaye Driscoll is a total original. Her work defies tidy descriptions simply because it is unlike just about anything you’ve ever seen before. And Weathering, which comes to OZ Arts April 24 through 26, might be her most original work yet. It’s a multidimensional sensory experience that’s part theater, part art installation.
Sabrina Sussman to Lead City's Transit Plan Effort

6 days ago | nashvillescene.com | Julianne Akers

A former official with the U.S. Department of Transportation will lead Nashville's latest transit initiatives. Mayor Freddie O’Connell announced Friday the hiring of Sabrina Sussman as chief program officer of the Choose How You Move transit improvement program. Sussman comes to Nashville with nearly 20 years of experience working in transportation policy.
Watch JEFF the Brotherhood, Snooper, More Play at Exit/In

6 days ago | nashvillescene.com | Stephen Trageser

In the fall, Nashville Film Festival patrons got a first look at The Day the Music Stopped, a documentary directed by Patrick Sheehan and produced by journalist and broadcaster Demetria Kalodimos. The film focuses on the conflict between independent music venues and massive corporate interests like Live Nation through the lens of historic Nashville club Exit/In. You’ve got a chance to catch it yourself on Monday, April 21, when the film screens as part of the Belcourt’s Music City Mondays series.
Mother's Ruin Issues Challenge for Free Beer for Life

6 days ago | nashvillescene.com | Chris Chamberlain

Among the many things to love about the Germantown watering hole Mother’s Ruin is the fact that they never take themselves too seriously. From irreverent drink names like “Demonbreun Fucks” and “America’s Next Top Bottom” to a food menu that emphasizes intentionally unhealthy decadent and delicious plates, the vibe at Mother’s Ruin is indulgent and always entertaining. So of course when the holiday named after them rolls around, they have to issue an over-the-top challenge to their legion of fans.
Sunday at the Music City Food & Wine Fest Will Be Fun and Educational

1 week ago | nashvillescene.com | Chris Chamberlain

If you haven’t already purchased your tickets to the upcoming Music City Food & Wine Festival April 24 to 27 at Centennial Park, don’t delay. Some events at the festival — brought to you by FW Publishing, the Scene's parent company — have already sold out, and others are getting down to just a handful of spots remaining. Today I’m going to tell you about the free day at the Fest, Sunday’s Food Faire from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. (And don’t worry, I checked.
Street View: Mobile Home Park Residents Organize Against Alleged Mismanagement

1 week ago | nashvillescene.com | Lena Mazel

Street View is a monthly column taking a close look at development-related issues affecting different neighborhoods throughout the city. Stephanie Vergara, a student at Nashville State Community College, has lived with her family in Antioch’s Suburban Mobile Home Park since 2013. Last year, a tow truck started waking them up in the middle of the night.