The Basement books an interesting mix of touring acts, local rock/pop bands, singer-songwriters and more, thanks to the participation of Grimey’s partners Mike Grimes and Doyle Davis. Below Grimey’s New & Preloved Music lies a small, dark cave, where the music flows like Yazoo brew and the audience sits within spitting distance of performers on the low-rising stage. Run by Geoff Donovan—one of Nashville’s best bartenders—and Grimey’s owner (and Guilty Pleasures guitarist) Mike Grimes, The Basement books everything from indie blog darlings like Clap Your Hands Say Yeah to the Altar Call Old Time Gospel Hour. The Basement’s 100-person capacity and no-smoking rule make it a great venue to relax and listen rather than jockey for space and a view of the performers

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Re: “Third Annual Beatles vs. Stones Christmas Bowl to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank hosted by Mike Grimes feat. Mayhem, Derek Hoke, Mike Younger, Chuck Mead, Nikki Lane, Tommy Womack, Warren Pash & more

"I consider the Beatles to be a great pop/rock group. The Stones music is still current. The Beatles music is somewhat dated."
I think that's largely because they're dead. You can hardly fault them for that...
Who knows what kind of reunion tours and new material they may have turned out had John Lennon not been assassinated. We'll never know... But at least we have the Stones!

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Posted by anon on December 17, 2011 at 8:34 PM

Re: “Third Annual Beatles vs. Stones Christmas Bowl to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank hosted by Mike Grimes feat. Mayhem, Derek Hoke, Mike Younger, Chuck Mead, Nikki Lane, Tommy Womack, Warren Pash & more

Hope the benefit goes well but the subject itsn't worthy of debate. The Beatles outclassed and out-sold the Stones during the 60s - and continue to do so today despite disbanding 40 years ago. The Beatles have sold more than a billion records compared with 200 million by the Stones. This puts the Stones some way behind Abba and Led Zeppelin and possibly Queen, although those figures are disputed. More importantly, the Beatles were the real innovators in the 60s with the Stones lame copyists - All You Need Is Love and Sgt Pepper 'inspiring' the pathetic We Love You and Their Satanic Magesties. If the Beatles had rivals in the 60s, they were Dylan and the Beach Boys - not the Stones

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Posted by King of Marigold on December 18, 2011 at 2:30 AM

Re: “Silver Seas CD Release Show

this band is an example of what makes Nashville proud, and exemplifies the name "Music City." I'm there.

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Posted by Ben on July 8, 2010 at 9:50 PM

Re: “Third Annual Beatles vs. Stones Christmas Bowl to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank hosted by Mike Grimes feat. Mayhem, Derek Hoke, Mike Younger, Chuck Mead, Nikki Lane, Tommy Womack, Warren Pash & more

I would say the Rolling Stones are the Greatest Rock Band in the world for a number of reasons: The Stones have dozens of top 40 hit songs- a record number of consecutive # 1 albums- best selling rock DVD ever (Four Flicks sold x 10 platinum) The Stones are the most enduring band- They have have garnered more publicity than any other rock band, and the Rolling Stones are the most successful touring band (combined tours) of all-time (A Bigger Bang alone made $550,000,000,). Critics tend to over-look that incredible feat!
I consider the Beatles to be a great pop/rock group. The Stones music is still current. The Beatles music is somewhat dated.

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Posted by Bigger Bang on December 17, 2011 at 5:59 PM

Re: “Funkonauts w/Sex Farm: Spinal Tap Tribute

yeah!

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Posted by Joe Clemons on November 11, 2011 at 6:01 PM

Re: “Nikki Lane Record Release feat. Denny and the Jets & The Alabama Shakes

Nikki was amazing, and the Alabama Shakes were AWESOME!!!!!!

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Posted by Htville on October 1, 2011 at 12:42 AM

Re: “Sarah Siskind w/Shannon Whitworth

You will want to say that you were there for this one!

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Posted by Ash on July 28, 2011 at 1:26 PM

Re: “Lubriphonic w/DeRobert and the Half Truths

I caught Lubriphonic in Chicago last Friday night. Gritty funky soul & blues! Not to be missed.

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Posted by Slackdaddy on April 6, 2011 at 12:23 PM

Re: “Travis Egnor and Mighty Oaks w/Kristen Cothron & Tony Weeks

Tony Weeks and the Tony Weeks Band featuring Tony Weeks crack me up! They put on a great show

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Posted by rogerthat on March 3, 2011 at 10:55 AM

Re: “Chris West CD Release

I picked up the CD yesterday out of curiosity - I had heard West play a few times at different venues in town and enjoyed it. I wondered how/if his live performance would differ from a studio work. I was THOROUGHLY pleased. My personal musical tastes usually are not jazz (I have to be in the mood for it). However, this album shows a versatility not typically found in jazz artists, and I believe it would appeal to most musical preferences. I eagerly look forward to the next two albums in the trilogy.

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Posted by Jeff on February 12, 2011 at 5:15 PM

Re: “Luisa Lopez CD Release Show

seriously exciting music

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Posted by thesagecritic on October 1, 2010 at 8:20 AM

Re: “Lou Barlow w/Wye Oak & Young Man

You really need to not miss this show. Not only is Lou a pivotal figure in Indie Rock, he puts on a great show with Tom and Raul. This is a rare opportunity to see Dinosaur Jr/Sebadoh fame in a close, and personal atmosphere. Very nice.

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Posted by nashvillemusic on August 18, 2010 at 4:12 PM

Re: “Silver Seas CD Release Show

Great band---one of the reasons Nashville is aptly named "Music City." I'm there.

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Posted by Ben on July 8, 2010 at 9:54 PM

Re: “Richard Julian w/Swan Dive

Awsome show! Swan Dive (Bill Demain and Molly Felder) and Richard Julian (with Brad Jones assisting on a vintage Danelectro bass) each hit it completely out of the park, walk-off grand slam for the good guys. Both artists are consistently brilliant, don't miss 'em when you get your next chance.

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Posted by tenn4 on May 21, 2010 at 10:55 AM

Re: “The Coolin' System Record Release Show feat. DeRobert and the Half Truths & D Funk

Was great! its nice to hear a band without vocals sometimes. quality music. The record release show was especially nice with Space Capone jumping in for one song.

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Posted by ducefive on April 12, 2010 at 1:26 AM

Re: “The Coolin' System Record Release Show feat. DeRobert and the Half Truths & D Funk

Love your Music !!!! really cool songs. Great we have a record like this.

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Caitlin Rose, Jonny Fritz/Corndawg, And The Relatives 1604 8th Avenue South, Nashville The Basement Sunday, September 28th 9pm $5.00
Rating Detail:
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Value: 5
Overall: 5

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Posted by Jonny on September 22, 2008 at 7:23 PM

I have seen this girl live a few times, and it is literally like dynamite is exploding on stage...She has been compared to Johnny Cash and Bob Dylan...her live shows are amazing...she literally puts all of her emotions into her songs and stage performances! You don't want to miss her!!!
Rating Detail:
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Value: 5
Overall: 5

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Posted by Eileen on July 29, 2008 at 1:38 PM

Re: “Arthur Billups w/Shortwave Society & Brian Wright

I disagree! Rock and roll may be "minimal" in some sense, but it is not ordinarily "minimalist." Minimalism implies a conscious parsimony in themes and instrumentation. It's an artistic conceit. Rock and roll does imply limits in instrumental possibilities and song structure, but I don't think these genre characteristics make it "minimalist."

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Posted by Pete Wilson on April 7, 2011 at 9:47 AM

Re: “Fred Eaglesmith w/Matt Urmy

Fred is absolutely fabulous. Yes, rough around the edges sometimes, but an insightful songwriter. And he's hilarious. His shows are always VERY entertaining. Go! Go!

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Posted by JA on January 23, 2011 at 4:56 PM

Re: “A Gram Parsons and Emmylou Harris Tribute to Celebrate Recovering Ramona feat. Leigh Nash, Trent Dabbs, Sam and Ruby, Molly Thomas, Matthew Perryman Jones, Jesse Baylin, Thad Cockrell, Holly Williams & Courtney Jaye

I'm the guy behind the petition and the past three annual Gram Nationals held in Nashville ('10 was also two nights in Boston to commemorate 45 years since Gram formed the International Submarine Band there). Good to hear the tradition continues. We plan to hold the Gram (Inter)Nationals in three countries this year. BTW, Emmylou has already been inducted; the petition to induct her mentor into the CMHOF is at: http://www.gramparsonspetition.com. Also, please consider joining my two No Depression groups (both in the top 10 of 150 ND Groups) at http://www.nodepression.com/group/grampars… (Gram Parsons Project Board) and Area Code 615 at: http://www.nodepression.com/group/areacode…. Cheers, Will James, Gram Parsons Petition Project & Gram International

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Posted by GramInternational on January 15, 2011 at 2:57 PM

Re: “Bailey Cooke Album Release Show feat. Chris Scruggs, Jeff and Vida & Amanda Contraras

Can't wait to hear her - she is awesome!

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Posted by KAthleen Cooke on January 12, 2011 at 3:05 PM

Re: “Hymn for Her w/Lauren Adelle, Quiet Entertainer, Red River & Screeching Eels

This show was so awesome. Hymn For Her blew my mind. Screeching Eels were great. Lauren Adelle has an amazing voice. Andrew Van Boxel is a great songwriter. and Red River has SO MUCH SOUL! It was an honor.

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