Rock Icon Vince Neil Surprises Students With Invitation To Music City Grand Prix

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Pictured: School of Rock student with Vince Neil. Credit: Chrissy Nix.

Motley Crue singer Vince Neil recently surprised students at Franklin’s and Nashville’s School of Rock by inviting them to perform at the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix in August. The School of Rock was also announced as a sponsor of the Nashville IndyCar race.

“At the School of Rock, we believe the stage is the greatest teacher, and we love providing our students the opportunity to play high profile gigs like the Grand Prix,” says Kelly McCreight, co-owner of School of Rock Franklin/Nashville. “Having Vince Neil come and speak with the kids, listen to them play, and actually get on stage with them… priceless! At the School of Rock, our goal is to teach music through performance, but also build a community of young musicians that understand and appreciate artist and bands from every generation and genre… from The Beatles, Zeppelin and The Rolling Stones to MoTown and Funk to Van Halen and Mötley Crüe. It means so much to us when artists like Vince take the time to spend with our students and offer insight and praise.”

Pictured: School of Rock students with Vince Neil. Credit: Chrissy Nix.

School of Rock will host one of three live performance stages in Cumberland Park that will include a variety of headline musical performances, interviews, community presentations, and more throughout each day. Performances and times will be announced at a later day.

“We are thrilled to partner with an organization that truly embodies Nashville’s passion for and commitment to music for all ages,” says Matt Crews, CEO of the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix, “School of Rock will be the perfect addition to our robust music lineup that will further enhance what this event represents. It is incredible to see and hear this group of talented young musicians, and I am excited to share this with our festival goers.”

The Big Machine Music City Grand Prix will take place from August 6-9 and will feature live music, food, entertainment, and the NTT IndyCar race on Sunday.

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