Larry, maybe start with these:

Seanachie Irish Pub (really it's a RESTAURANT that wishes it was a PUB but they do have live music on the weekends): 615/726-2006

Sherlock Holmes Pub: 615/327-1047

Exit/In: 615/321-4400

Also we have a cool local radio station that plays lots of alternative-type stuff nobody else plays - they might be able to help. I know they sponsor a lot of live shows around here. It's Lightning 100, 615/242-5600.

Maybe some of you other folks who would like to come entertain us in the bright sunny south might also find these numbers useful (hint hint)!

Cheers ------------ Kim