E530 - What Happened to Broadway?

Chad Belding is back behind the mic for a solo episode after an awesome trip to Nashville, Tennessee. Music City has exploded over the last decade, and nowhere is that more obvious than on Broadway. What used to be a strip known for gritty honky-tonks and legendary live music is now packed with massive venues, celebrity-owned bars, and crowds from all over the world. Chad shares his thoughts on how Nashville has changed, the rise of star-branded establishments from some of country music’s biggest names, and the places that still manage to keep the authentic spirit of the city alive. From late-night stages at Tootsie’s to the ever-growing skyline of Broadway, this episode dives into the evolution of one of America’s most iconic music towns and asks a simple question: when a place grows this fast, can it still hold on to what made it special in the first place? This episode is brought to you by LEER toppers, Mickey Thompson Tires and Wheels, Bodyguard, Corning Ford, Nashville Palace, Scoreboard Nashville, Oakley Sunglasses, and The Provider Culinary