Dexter and The Moonrocks (Country Pop) didn’t set out to change rock music - but that’s exactly what they’re doing. A fry cook, an oil field operator, a concrete surface decorator, and a kids’ baseball coach came together in West Texas, blending the country and western of their childhoods with the grunge they fell in love with as teenagers. That fusion became Western Space Grunge - a genre of their own making that turned them from a grassroots phenomenon into a force to be reckoned with.
They first broke through in 2021 with \"Couch,\" a melancholy slow-burn that resonated deeply with fans and set the foundation for what was to come. That early momentum caught the attention of Severance Records, an imprint of Big Loud Rock, looking to make a statement with its first signing. Together, they released \"Western Space Grunge\" in July 2024, solidifying the band’s identity and introducing their most defining songs yet. The breakout single \"Sad in Carolina\" took them from small-town bars to seven weeks at No. 1 on U.S. Alternative radio, proving their DIY grit and fearless sound could go head-to-head with the biggest names in rock.
Now, with their EP \"Happy to Be Here\" (out May 7, 2025), Dexter and The Moonrocks are stepping into their moment, where a cult favorite becomes the “next big thing.” Led by “Ritalin” - a stadium-ready anthem already climbing the charts - the record captures a band fully coming into their own. From viral covers to festival stages, they’re proving they’re not just next up: they’re inevitable.
In honor of the release of “Happy To Be Here,” Dexter and The Moonrocks pressed their first ever vinyl, “The Double EP.” Side A features all tracks from “Happy to Be Here” and Side B showcases all songs from “Western Space Grunge.” The limited edition vinyl pre-orders went live on March 27 to fans and the initial stock sold out in 15 minutes.
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On April 24, 2026, from 4:00–7:00 PM at East Side Elementary School, young dancers from across our programs will take the stage to share performances that reflect their growth, confidence, and artistic voices. For many, it's their first time performing for family and community — making it a truly special moment.
Beyond the performances, PRIMAVERA Encantada is a full community gathering: music, games, face painting, food, and local organizations on-site with resources for families in English and Spanish.
Free and open to all. Come celebrate spring with us.
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This is a night for the generation that grew up on it.
We’re bringing together the biggest moments from Hannah Montana and Miley Cyrus into one nonstop nostalgia experience — celebrating the music, the memories, and the songs that defined a generation.
Expect Hannah Montana and Miley Cyrus hits all night long, from Best of Both Worlds and Nobody’s Perfect to Party in the USA, We Can’t Stop, and more — all in a packed room full of people who know every word.
Throughout the night, we’ll move between eras, from classic Hannah Montana to iconic Miley, with nonstop sing-alongs, throwback moments, and a dancefloor that stays full from start to finish.
Whether you grew up on Disney Channel or became a fan later, this is your chance to relive it all in one place — louder, more fun, and surrounded by a crowd that gets it.
Dress like your favorite era of Hannah or Miley — from Disney Channel glam to Bangerz chaos — or just come ready to sing every word.
Bring your crew and get ready for a night of pure nostalgia
**This event is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Disney, Hannah Montana, or Miley Cyrus.**
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This event is included with general admission. That also means it's free for Zoo members! Check it out under Mimi's Pavilion at Chattanooga Zoo from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Backyard chefs go snout to snout, competing for ultimate bragging rights during the 11th annual Battle Below the Clouds, benefiting the Lana’s Love Foundation.
Spectator admission is free to the festival (donations to Lana’s Love encouraged). Enjoy live bluegrass and fun activities for kids. Vote for your favorite team to win the 2026 People’s Choice Award.
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The School of Music at Southern Adventist University announces an uplifting concert by the Symphony Orchestra on Sunday, April 26, at 7:30 p.m. in Collegedale Church of Seventh-day Adventists on campus. Music professor Laurie Redmer Cadwallader will direct the concert.
The orchestra will perform Symphony No. 6 in A minor, “Tragic” by Gustav Mahler, a stand-alone piece with four movements, totaling about eighty minutes.
This free concert is open to the public. Visit southern.edu/musicevents for livestream options and additional information.
Nashville’s most unpredictable hitmaker ERNEST is “The Charmer”: a triple threat talent who “creates a sound all his own” and one of Music City’s defining artist-writers who continues to push and challenge the artistic status quo. The GRAMMY-nominated, 4X ACM Award nominee (2024), 2X CMA Triple Play Award winner, and 2022 / 2023 Variety Hitmaker fuses influences ranging from Eminem to George Jones, crafting a twist-heavy verse style that’s become his signature, proving its mettle, and earning him twelve No. 1 hits as a songwriter and one No. 1 at country radio himself. The eccentric free spirit released his highly anticipated full-length sophomore album, NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE, last year, a set that “maintain(s) Nashville’s tethering to its legendary history while wholly embracing the soul of the city’s future”, featuring 26 songs and collaborations with genre tastemakers Lainey Wilson, Lukas Nelson, Jelly Roll, HARDY, and more. The album was named one of the Best of the Year by Billboard, Los Angeles Times, The Tennessean, and Country Now, following in the footsteps of its critically acclaimed predecessor, FLOWER SHOPS (THE ALBUM), and its cleverly expanded deluxe edition, FLOWER SHOPS (THE ALBUM): Two Dozen Roses.
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Rhys Rutherford (Country)
With the killer instincts of a Music City hitmaker, 25-year-old Rhys Rutherford was raised on songs – and is now putting his education to work. Signed to Ern’s Cadillac Music /DeVille Records and with a commanding baritone vocal, the emerging country songwriter’s first batch of tunes were just beginning to land, when provocateur (and benevolent bossman) ERNEST encouraged him to pursue an artistic career. “His voice is too good to just give away songs,” Ern says. Born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee, the student of songwriting masters learned at the foot of his father – Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame member Rivers Rutherford – soaking up the wisdom and sound of chart-topping contemporary country. Matching that to a penchant for classic rock, grunge and hip hop, he wrote his first song at 16 – and after coming home from a short stint at Ole Miss, began using that open-minded fusion of styles for real. Years of under-the-radar work led to a publishing deal with Ern’s Cadillac Music in 2023, and then early cuts like Bailey Zimmerman’s “Is This Really Over?,” ERNEST’s “Hangin’ On (feat. Morgan Wallen),” George Pippen’s “Rest of Our Life,” and more. Blending those songwriting chops with his rumbling, soul-piercing vocal and a knack for authentic, relatable hooks, Rutherford is one of the first artists signed to DeVille Records. He’ll make his first appearance on the label-launching Cadillac Sessions mixtape, sharing the dusky dive-bar anthem of missed chances “Get Her Name” and more. And with a solo debut in the works, Rutherford is just scratching the surface of his potential. “I think this is just the start of something … something really big,” he says.
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These sessions focus on movements specific to women's health & pelvic strength; led by Physical Therapist Dr. Jena Beise, PT, DPT, PRPC, Cert. DN.
DOWNTOWN FAMILY YMCA
11 am in Studio A
Event Dates:
February 16
April 27
August 17
November 9