If you’re in the market for a loud, sweaty, late night concert, Chattanooga’s got a lot to offer. But when it comes to quiet music, the city has fewer offerings. That’s why the Quiet City pop-up concert series was founded.
“I love going to bars and playing in bars,” said event organizer Cody Ray, “but there are some great local artists whose music doesn’t really work in that kind of noisy environment. It can be hard to understand the lyrics and the performers get distracted.”
The Quiet City concert series will bring some of Chattanooga’s best songwriters out of the bars and into quiet corners of the city where you wouldn’t normally expect to find music. Their first concert will be held at Vagabond Barber Company.
“Vagabond is a really unique space,” said Mr. Ray. “At first glance it looks like a retro 50’s barbershop, but when you look more closely you’ll see little artifacts from lots of eras of American pop culture. I think it’s a perfect place for a concert because everyone will have plenty of time to appreciate all the detail and love Dave Gedman has put into his shop.”
Headlining the night is Randy Steele, Chattanooga’s favorite bluegrass firefighting banjo-picker. He’s known for his rowdy full-band shows, but recently he’s begun booking more solo shows to embrace his songwriter roots.
Tigris Nevans performs regularly on the Southern Belle Riverboat, where she enjoys sharing her love of music and local history. Joshua Cruce is a recent arrival in Chattanooga, and he writes songs with the narrative scope and emotional impact of novels.
All three will perform on Thursda at Vagabond Barber Company at 2602 East Main St. Music starts at 8, and there is a $10 cover. There is no bar, but guests are welcome to bring their own beverages.