Nashville Industry Fest: feat. The Brummies, Scott Levi Jones, and more

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — With Nashville’s housing prices continuing to climb, it’s increasingly difficult for the workers who define Music City, musicians, bartenders, sound techs, tour managers, and hospitality staff, to afford homes in the very place they helped build. In fact, according to a recent survey conducted by the Greater Nashville Music Census, which surveyed more than 4,200 musicians and artists, the number one concern for musicians in Nashville is the rising cost of living.

That’s why the Nashville Industry Fund is once again bringing the community together for its 4th Annual Nashville Industry Fest on Sunday, October 19, at the legendary Nashville Palace. Nashville Industry Fund is the only nonprofit in town dedicated exclusively to helping music and hospitality professionals buy homes through down payment assistance and first-time homebuyer education. As these rising costs threaten to push music industry and hospitality workers out of the city, Nashville Industry Fund is working to ensure they can put down roots and build long-term stability, right here in the heart of Music City.

“This is more than just a concert or fundraiser,” says Stephanie Eatherly, Nashville Industry Fund’s Founder and President. “It’s about keeping the soul of Nashville intact by helping the people behind the scenes, on stage and off, achieve homeownership and financial security.”

This year’s benefit will feature an outstanding lineup of Nashville-based talent, including The Brummies, Scott Levi Jones, Joe Jenneman, and more (full line-up listed below). The evening will be emceed by Chris Cobb, President of Music Venue Alliance Nashville (MVAN), and include a silent auction, local vendors, giveaways, and food and drink specials.

● Date: Sunday, October 19

● Venue: Nashville Palace

● Doors Open: 4:00 PM | Music Starts: 5:00 PM

● General Admission: $15; VIP Admission: $100

● VIP Tickets include a meal, two drinks, front-row table seating, and access to an exclusive bar.

All proceeds go directly to supporting down payment grants and homebuyer education for qualifying local industry professionals. Nashville Industry Fund’s vision is to grant funds to every eligible applicant in 2026.

Tickets, sponsorship opportunities, and more information are available at www.NashvilleIndustryFund.org

Full Artist Line-Up

5 p.m. - Mikquala Skelton

5:30 p.m. - Stefani Reeder

6 p.m. - Tommy Exley

6:30 p.m. - Joe Jenneman

7 p.m. - NIF/Chris Cobb MVAN Presents

7:20 p.m. - Scott Levi Jones

8 p.m. - The Brummies

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