The Titans Set To Host Sports Industry Job Fair

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Photo: By Alison P. McNabb/Tennessee Titans

The Tennessee Titans will host a sports industry job fair on Saturday, June 5 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. CST.

There will be a wide range of opportunities include networking with sports executives, putting your resume in front of the Titans and other sports teams and organizations, as well as the opportunity to receive a professional headshot.

The job fair will also include one game ticket to the 2021 Titans vs. Jaguars game and an opportunity to purchase additional tickets to the Titans vs. Jaguars game at the group rate of $30.

Registration deadline is June 4 at 9 a.m.. For more information, call 615-565-4269 or email jmeredith@titans.nfl.com

Mitchell Tenpenny Joins Music City Baseball’s Music Industry Advisory Board

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Mitchell Tenpenny

Country recording artist Mitchell Tenpenny has announced he is joining Music City Baseball’s Music Industry Advisory Board.

In the music video of Tenpenny’s latest hit “Bucket List,” he’s shown rocking his vintage “Nashville Stars” jersey, which pays homage to the legendary Negro Leagues teams who played in Nashville in the 1940s prior to the integration of Major League Baseball.

“Growing up in Nashville, it’s always been a dream to have a Major League team here. This city is perfect for it. I am excited to get involved and actively pursue this item on my bucket list,” says Tenpenny.

“Having a Nashville native on our team is really important to us because we want the Nashville Stars to be deep rooted in the community. Mitchell knows the city like the back of his hand and has a passion for baseball. We are honored to be included in his music video and look forward to having him join our team,” says John Loar, Managing Director of Music City Baseball.

Tenpenny joins entertainment icons Justin Timberlake, Darius Rucker, Kane Brown, Bobby Bones and Luke Combs, among others, in providing strategic counsel and generating community excitement around Nashville being home to a Major League Baseball team.

Bridgestone Arena Nominated For Arena Of The Decade

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Bridgestone Arena

Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena has been nominated for Arena of the Decade by Pollstar Magazine.

As a one of the top destination for sports and entertainment fans of all kinds, Bridgestone Arena has been nominated for Pollstar’s Arena of the Year award 16 times, with 13 consecutive nominations from 2007 to 2019 and wins in 2014 and 2017.

Nashville Predators and Bridgestone Arena EVP of Entertainment & Venues David Kells was also named Pollstar’s Venue Executive of the Year in 2017, having been nominated on six prior occasions.

“Over the past 10 years and beyond, it has been truly remarkable to witness the positive impact that Bridgestone Arena’s growth and success have had on Downtown Nashville and the Middle Tennessee community,” says Kells. “Our organization is honored to receive Pollstar’s Arena of the Decade nomination, and we would not be in contention for this prestigious award without the endless support of millions of fans and the tireless efforts of countless artists, managers, agents, promoters, entertainment industry professionals, partners and local government officials among many others. As we reflect on a decade’s worth of amazing memories made at Bridgestone Arena, we also look forward to hosting sold-out crowds and events again very soon as a result of increasing COVID-19 vaccine distribution and continued adherence to all health and safety protocols.”

After opening in 1996 as Nashville Arena, Bridgestone Arena has had the distinction of being one of the busiest venues in the United States, hosting more than 25.6 million guests throughout its existence. In its 2020 Year-End Ticket Sales report, Pollstar listed Bridgestone Arena as 7th in the United States and 16th in the world for ticket sales, inclusive solely of show and concert tickets. In 2017, with Pollstar’s ranking of 4th in the U.S. and 12th in the world, Bridgestone Arena earned its highest domestic finishing position and tied its 2015 global ranking.

Bridgestone Arena has hosted events from the CMA Awards, the SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament, The 2016 NHL All-Star Game, the Stanley Cup Finals in 2017 as well as Professional Bull Riding and UFC.

Voting for the 2021 Pollstar Awards is open now through May 14 to magazine subscribers, and the winner will be announced at the 32nd Annual Pollstar Awards on June 16.

Big Machine Partners With Nashville Grand Prix For Title Sponsorship

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Pictured (L-R): Radio Host Shawn Parr, Lady A’s Charles Kelley, President & CEO of Big Machine Label Group Scott Borchetta, Carly Pearce, Executive Vice President of Big Machine Distillery Mark Borchetta, CEO of Music City Grand Prix Matt Crews, IndyCar/NASCAR Driver Larry Foyt, Big Machine Racing Driver Jade Buford. Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for Big Machine Label Group

Music City Grand Prix has announced that Big Machine will be the title sponsor for the IndyCar race this summer.

Big Machine President and CEO and lifelong racing fan Scott Borchetta joined the Nashville Grand Prix as investor in late 2020.

“Having Big Machine on board is a great alignment with our brand,” says Matt Crews, CEO of Music City Grand Prix. “Big Machine’s President and CEO Scott Borchetta is a racing enthusiast himself and has been an integral part of Music City Grand Prix as an owner. He will also provide his expertise in music – further proving this festival will be one of speed and sound.”

This multi-year commitment from Big Machine as the title sponsor of the Grand Prix shows the brand’s dedication and passion for motorsports and speaks to what Nashville is, and what this event will become this year and beyond.

“I’ve worked for decades bringing racing and music together and I can’t think of a better way to welcome the IndyCars back to Nashville than honoring them with our namesake,” says Borchetta. “My very first race was an IndyCar race, the California 500, and this brings it full circle.  I truly believe that we’ve created the most exciting new weekend in racing anywhere in the world and Nashville is going to roll out the red carpet.  This will be a party you don’t want to miss.”

Big Machine recently has ventured out into both spirits as well as racing with Big Machine Distillery and Big Machine Racing. BMLG also sponsors a car in the NASCAR Xfinity Series.

Pictured (L-R): Pit Crew, BMLGPresident & CEO Scott Borchetta, Music City Grand Prix CEO Matt Crews and Big Machine Distillery Executive Vice President Mark Borchetta. Photo: by Jason Kempin/Getty Images for Big Machine Label Group

“Being title sponsor of this racing and music festival weekend is the perfect way to celebrate major events returning to the world after more than a year of sheltering,” says Big Machine Distillery Executive Vice President Mark Borchetta. “Integrating Big Machine Vodka and our new Spiked Cooler vodka juice pouches into the weekend supports our optimism and excitement about the world returning to a semblance of normalcy.”

The three-day international racing festival will be on August 6-8, 2021. It will be staged on a temporary 2.17-mile grand prix circuit in Nashville and around the Nissan Stadium campus. The course will cross the Cumberland River via the Korean Veterans Memorial Bridge, making the Music City Grand Prix the only current event in motorsports to cross over a major body of water.

Single day and weekend passes are on sale now and include grandstand and reserved seating as well as VIP packages.

Ford Named Official Pace Car Of The Nashville Superspeedway

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Pictured L-R: Nashville Superspeedway President Erik Moses, Stewart-Hass driver Chase Briscoe. Photo: Courtesy of Nashville Superspeedway.

The Nashville Superspeedway has announced that Ford will be the official pace car for its June 18-20 NASCAR  tripleheader weekend.

The weekend will also feature the inaugural Ally 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Race on June 20.

“It’s cool that they’re on board here at Nashville and for them to start this track off as a Ford-branded track,” says N0. 14 Ford Stewart-Hass driver Chase Briscoe. “It’s cool whenever we go to a Ford track. The pace car is a Ford and there’s Ford signage everywhere and it feels like you’re more at home.”

Ford will also be the official pace car provider at Nashville Superspeedway’s sister track Dover International Speedway in Dover, Delaware.

“It’s an honor to be linked with such an iconic company as Ford as we continue to build toward our June race weekend,” says Nashville Superspeedway President Erik Moses. “Ford has a tremendous motorsports history and is a brand that connects with our fanbase here in Middle Tennessee. We can’t wait to see a Ford lead America’s best drivers to the green flag at Nashville Superspeedway on Father’s Day weekend!”

Ford earned its 17th NASCAR Cup Series manufacturer championship and second in the last three seasons after winning 18 races in 2020 while Austin Cindric captured the regular season and playoff championship in the NASCAR Xfinity Series.

“It’s great to have Nashville Superspeedway back in NASCAR and we’re excited to serve as its official pace car,” says Jeannee Kirkaldy, Ford Performance’s motorsports marketing manager. “We have a wonderful partnership with Dover Motorsports and we’re ready to continue to play an integral role in their race weekends at Nashville and Dover. We have several exciting new vehicles in our Ford lineup and we’re looking forward to showcasing them at the track.”

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.

The Predators And MTSU Announce First Ever General’s Fund Recipient

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Pictured: Keyann Reaves. Photo: by Andy Heidt. Courtesy of MTSU.

The Nashville Predators have announced that MTSU student Keyann Reaves is the first ever recipient of the General’s Fund.

MTSU, the Predators, and the late country singer Charlie Daniels joined to create the General’s Fund to help support veterans and their children pay for the expenses of college.

Reaves, a Jackson, Tennessee, native, who’s father served in the U.S. Navy, was awarded after not being able to register for classes last fall.

“My months ran out in October, and I didn’t know,” says Reaves. “I just thought my deferment was late. December comes, and I can’t register for classes because my bill is $3,000. I called everyone I can think of on campus.”

Luckily, one of those calls went to Daniels Center Director, Dr. Hilary Miller, who said Reaves was precisely the type of student for whom the fund was established to assist. The fund, is administered by MTSU’s Charlie and Hazel Daniels Veterans and Military Family Center. It also recognizes retired Army Lt. Gen. Keith Huber, who now serves as MTSU’s senior adviser for veterans and leadership initiatives.

“MTSU proudly serves more than 1,100 military-connected students, yet about 20 percent of them no longer have the educational benefits that were earned through service to our country,” says Predators President and CEO Sean Henry. “The General’s Fund will help fill that gap.”

The Money raised through the fund has bridged the financial gap for Reaves, allowing her to continue working on her master’s degree in Chemical Medicine this spring.

Nashville Sounds To Host Blood Drive At Horizon Park

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Courtesy of the Nashville Sounds

The Nashville Sounds are partnering with the American Red Cross to host a Blood Drive on Wednesday, May 5.

Participation for the drive is limited to the first 44 registrants. You can sign up now with the code NASHVILLESOUNDS. Appointments are available from 10a.m. to 3 p.m. in 15-minute increments and will take place in the Brauer Lounge at First Horizon Park.

All participants will receive a 15% discount to Third and Home the day of the blood drive which opens at 11 a.m. on Wednesday. Additionally, The Red Cross is thanking those who give blood with a $5 Amazon.com Gift Card via e-mail, courtesy of Suburban Propane.

Facial coverings are required for individuals ages 13 and older at First Horizon Park and, per CDC guidelines, all donors will be asked to wear face masks or coverings at the blood drive.

For more information about First Horizon Park’s comprehensive safety plan, click here.