May 2008 Calendar
Puckett's After Hours Music Lineup

Saturday, April 5–Chris Janson
Last month he was incredible as we celebrated our 2008 season with Chris. We just had to have him back! The Missouri-born Chris Janson has electrified Nashville's country music scene. In fact, it only took two days at a local Nashville bar to incite a wave of interest from country music's biggest record labels. It could be his intense and vocally stunning performances, his remarkable ability to play the harmonica, or the depth of his songs, but there is something remarkable about this 21 year-old phenomenon. Nashville's critics been buzzing with excitement about this emerging star, and have even likened him to a combination of Mick Jagger and Hank Williams Sr. Chris readily acknowledges his influences, but he has a confidence in his identity that transcends his age. "I want to sound like Chris Janson," he says, "It's just what you see on stage, that's what you'll get on my record. I'm not afraid to push the limits. I don't have a set list at my shows, I just play songs. It's all about soul and feel". Chris will take the stage at 8 p.m. with a $10 cover, dinner is off the menu, reservations accepted 615-794-1308.

Friday, May 2–Walter Egan, Jamie Kyle, “And Then There Were 2”
Walter is a musician, singer, composer, writer, artist and sculptor who is most widely known for his 1978 million-selling single record, "Magnet and Steel," featured on his album Not Shy (Columbia). Twenty-five years later, Walter's signature song is a staple on the radio, and can also be heard in feature films and on television... Jaime Kyle, the amazing singer / songwriter, is the woman responsible for HEART's 'Stranded', a top 10 hit in America, Country artist FAITH HILL's 'Bed Of Roses'. Ms. Kyle has also penned songs for AIR SUPPLY, BATON ROUGE (with Jack Ponti) and MINDY McCREADY... "And Then There Were 2" twins, Meg and Sophie Bowes, are a truly awesome product of the Kids on Stage program who are currently working with Walter. This promises to be a truly great start to May- don't miss it!!!

Saturday, May 3–Al Perkins and The HiPower Band with Chris Eddy, Kristine Arnold, Gary Link and Cactus Moser
HiPower features a roster of some of the most talented people in town: Three time Grammy award winning guitarist Al Perkins (a member of the Texas Steel Guitar Hall of Fame and has a star on Opryland’s Star Walk!), with the soulful singer/guitarist Chris Eddy (son of guitar legend Duane Eddy), Kristine Arnold (of Sweethearts of the Rodeo) on vocals, Gary Link (of John Kay and Steppenwolf) on bass and Cactus Moser (of Highway 101) on drums. We just don't have enough room to list all the accomplishments this group has made! We will just tell you that this is one show packed full of some of the best talent you will ever hear or see- don't miss it!!!The band will take the stage at 8 p.m. with a $10 cover, dinner is off the menu, reservations accepted 615-794-1308.

Friday, May 9–The WannaBeatles
We just love these guys! They put on a top notch show every time they take the stage, and you owe to yourself to come join in all the fun! The WannaBeatles is a high energy group of four professional musicians with a passion for the songs of John, Paul, George, and Ringo - the Beatles. These are the songs we all grew up listening to. Kids today have rediscovered the music of the Beatles which proves that great music will stand the test of time. The WannaBeatles consists of Grammy award winning and talented music producers, arrangers, studio players, and singers who have "Come Together" to play the music they grew up with. Ever since their first “all Beatles” gig together, it was love at the first note! Since then, the WannaBeatles have developed a following of regulars who look forward to the band's own special version of the “British Invasion.”

Saturday, May 10– Trent Willmon
Trent Willmon was raised in a ranch near Afton, Texas. He spent the early years of high school learning about agriculture, but at 16, he was given a guitar, and his interest in music began to grow. By his second year in college, he dropped out to join a bluegrass band. In 1995, he moved to Nashville to start a songwriting career, and by 1998 he had a song-publishing contract with Sea Gayle Music. He finally signed with Columbia Records and became a solo artist. He released two albums for the label– Trent Willmon (2004) and A Little More Livin' (2006)–in addition to charting six singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts. Willmon exited Columbia's roster in 2006, and signed with Compadre Records. His third album, Broken In, was released on February 26, 2008. In late 2007, Willmon announced that he will make his acting debut in a movie entitled Palo Pinto Gold. Set for release in mid-2008, the movie will also star Roy Clark and Mel Tillis; Trent will also record music for the film's soundtrack. Willmon also co-wrote Montgomery Gentry's current single "Back When I Knew It All". He's a local favorite of many for sure, and we are thrilled to have him! Trent will take the stage at 8 p.m. with a $10 cover, dinner is off the menu, reservations accepted 615-794-1308.

Friday, May 16–Alex Harvey and Band
Always up for a good time, Alex Harvey was Puckett's first to take the stage a few years back at our Leiper's Fork location, and we always love it when he takes our stage at our Franklin location! He's still the favorite of so many of our regulars, and there's good reason. His soulful style and strong lyrics produced songs like “Delta Dawn,” and “Rueben James” and more. His current songs leave our audience feeling good and knowing they had a real good time! Book early! Alex always sells out.

Saturday, May 17–Rob Robinson
Rob Robinson is a soft-spoken Southern gentleman from Mississippi, but if you listen to the lyrics on the 6 CD’s he has written and produced, you quickly realize he has a lot to say. The listener is immediately drawn to the nuance and craft of his lyrics as well as the sonic integrity of his studio production. Rob Robinson and the Dixie UnderRunners’ CD, “When Pigs Fly” is full up with the earthy Rhythm Oil that only comes from Mississippi Mud. The jump country blues of “Cane Pole Fishing” opens the CD with a humorous romp about a boy obsessed with fishing. Rob’s unique slide guitar style shines on this and the following title track “When Pigs Fly”. “When Pigs Fly” is born from a funky backward country optimism that Dwight Yoakum would love. Track #3 “That’s Just Like You” has a country beatlesque melody that always demands another listen. Rob will take the stage at 8 p.m. with a $10 cover, dinner is off the menu, reservations accepted 615-794-1308.

Friday, May 23–Kevin Denney, Monty Holmes and Rusty Tabor
Something about Kevin Denney’s tender voice on “That’s Just Jessie” evoked the melancholy of Keith Whitley– which is a high compliment. And like Whitley, the Kentucky native cut his chops on bluegrass before finding success in country music. His self-titled debut album introduced a young man whose genuine passion for country music permeates every note. "I wanted to make music my heroes would be proud of," he says, "people like George Jones and Merle Haggard and Porter Wagoner."Monty Holmes quickly gained a reputation for his voice. He penned several songs for George Strait, including "I Know That She Still Loves Me" and the Top Ten "When Did You Stop Loving Me," as well as "What I Do The Best" for John Michael Montgomery and "Never Again, Again" for Lee Ann Womack... Rusty Tabor's first taste of success as a songwriter came when Billy Ray Cyrus recorded the poignant “Back to Memphis.” The song was a single from the Sony Records release “Time Flies,” and is also a selection on a recent greatest hits project. Cyrus also recorded Tabor’s “Wouldn’t You Do This for Me” on his critically acclaimed gospel project “The Other Side.” Experiencing success as a songwriter has been a stepping stone to what will without a doubt be a successful career as a recording artist and performer!

Saturday, May 24–The Redneck Yaught Club Band
The Redneck Yacht Club Band is made up of hit songwriters Thom Shepherd and Steve Williams. Their songs have been recorded by Craig Morgan, Montgomery Gentry, Blue County, David Ball, Buddy Jewell, Sherrie Austin, Trick Pony, Kevin Fowler, Blake Shelton, Joe Nichols and Neal McCoy. Their high energy show will be a sure-fire hit! The Band will take the stage at 8 p.m. with a $10 cover, dinner is off the menu, reservations accepted 615-794-1308.

Friday, May 30–Josh Rush, Brady Seals and Randy Sharp
Josh Rush grew up listening to (and loving) bluegrass and gospel music. Somewhere in there a little Foo Fighters, AC/DC and Beatles got tossed in. Mix Country and Rock throw in some Soul and that's his genre, but it's his smooth toned voice that crosses all boundaries and entertains everyone who hears him... There are certain artists who make you stand up and take notice. Brady Seals has that commanding charisma. He began cultivating his talent when he discovered the piano at age nine. He joined a band and left home at age seventeen. By the age of twenty-one he had a gold record on the wall. After a six-year stint with the multi-platinum band, Little Texas, Brady embarked on a solo career, releasing three albums. Brady Started the band Hot Apple Pie and is currently enduring a rigorous touring schedule- we're exited to have him... Randy Sharp's a tremendous singer.songwriter and has many #1 country hits with songs like: "Why Does It Have To Be Wrong or Right" and "A Tender Lie" recorded by Restless Heart, "Nobody's Talking," "Even Now" and "Yet" with Exile and "The What" recorded by Clay Walker. He's a member of the Million-Airs Club: (songs played more than 1 million times!) with songs like "Why Does It Have To Be Wrong or Right" (two million!) and "You Will" and "Then What."

Saturday, May 31–Ross Cooperman
Those who have been lucky to see Ross at our Franklin location absolutlely love him! We just had to have him come out to our Leiper’s Fork location! Ross Copperman is known for his sweeping melodies and spacious choruses, but his emotive, scuffed-up voice bestows an intimacy that makes each song feel as if it were written for the listener alone. Ross will take the stage at 8 p.m. with a $10 cover, dinner is off the menu, reservations accepted 615-794-1308.

Join us Tuesday nights for an evening of Real Food, Real People and Real Fun! with the Nashville Dawgz!
How do you blend Jazz, Latin, gypsy, swing, bluegrass and blues genres together? Simple, come up with a new genre! The Nashville Dawgz perform "dawg" music, a blend of many stylistic influences so unique it has its own name given by David Grisman. In doing so, The Nashville Dawgz are joined in inspiring a whole new genre of acoustic string instrumental music. They are recognized as one of the most dynamic, energetic, entertaining and captivating acoustic bands. TND musicians performed concerts in: South America, Scotland, England, Turkey, Germany, Czech Republic, Slovakia, and USA including programs at Disneyland. These awesome musicians are associated with names such as Boots Randolph, Brooks and Dunne, Liz Johnson, Lee Greenwood, Marty Stewart, David Grisman, Russ Barenberg and others! Open seating with no Cover! Music starts at 6PM. Off-the-menu dinner served.

Join us every Thursday night at 6:30pm for the taping of Third Coast Music presents “Dinner in the Round” featuring some of the best up and coming songwriters –sponsored by Nashville Artist Association, no cover.
May's lineup
Thursday, May 1–Christian Grizzard and Dak Alley
Thursday, May 8–Jennifer Brantley with David Hand and Razzie Bailey

Friday, May 2–Private Event

Saturday, May 3–Tony Haselden, Sarah Majors and Minnie Murphy
Originally a member of the group LaRoux, Tony Haselden is now an award-winning songwriter and producer in Nashville, having written many #1 songs for popular artists such as George Strait, Colin Raye, Shenandoah, and Shania Twain. He produced Tom Johnston of The Doobie Brothers on one of the biggest-selling soundtracks of all time, Dirty Dancing. Some of his Country hits include That's My Story by Colin Ray, It Ain't Nothin' by Keith Whitley, and You Know Me Better Than That by George Strait... Trace Adkins, The Kinleys, Dean Miller, Jo Dee Messina, Blake Shelton, Jimmy Wayne and SheDaisy have all co-written and recorded cuts by Sarah Majors She's teamed up with such diverse artists as Chris Barron of the Spin Doctors, Bill Champlin of Chicago, and Danny Wilde of The Rembrandts. She got her first pop cut writing songs for Jive Records’ teen group No Secrets. In Nashville, her success continued with cuts by Michael Peterson, Hometown News, Trisha Yearwood, and bluegrass artist Valerie Smith... With just a keyboard and her coolly beautiful voice, Minnie Murphy can captivate a room and hold an audience in her spell, taking them on an entertaining voyage they’ll not soon forget. Though barely in her 20’s, the enchanting singer possesses a grace and talent that belies her young years, and a confidence that definitely radiates whenever she takes center stage. Half-sister Jamie O'Neal has called on Minnie over the years to perform with her for some high-profile gigs like the “Grand Ole Opry”, and “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” as well as The 4th Annual Country Music Festival in Athens, Greece and the Merritt Mountain Music Festival in Canada, giving her some invaluable experience at a young age. Her debut project on Montage Music Group is due out summer of 2008 and she is eagerly anticipating the chance share her own brand of country music with the world.

Friday, May 9–1st Choice Mortgage Solutions presents a night of music at Puckett's Grocery in Historic Downtown Franklin featuring Kathie Baillie with Baillie and The Boys and Ross Copperman to benefit the Williamson County 100 Club
Last month's benefit was so great, we had to do it again! Starting with their first release on RCA Records in 1987, Kathie Baillie, Michael Bonagura and Alan LeBoeuf have made an indelible mark on the landscape of American music. Hits like “Long Shot”, “A Fool Such As I” and “Treat Me Like A Stranger” truly put them on the map... Ross Copperman is known for his sweeping melodies and spacious choruses, but his emotive, scuffed-up voice bestows an intimacy that makes each song feel as if it were written for the listener alone... You never know just who might show up for this special evening, so come out out for a great time and a wonderful cause! Williamson County 100 Club is a group that helps the families of fallen police officers. Donations are encouraged for tonight's show, as 100% will go the 100 club, but admission will be free. The music will start at 8:30, and reservations will be accepted, 615-794-5527.

Saturday, May 10–Leslie Satcher, Kent Blazy and Tim Nichols
Leslie is well known for the songs she has written that have been recorded by artists such as Randy Travis, Willie Nelson, Bonnie Riatt, George Jones, George Strait, Gretchen Wilson, Trisha Yearwood, Patty Loveless, Vince Gill and dozens more... Kent Blazy has written for Garth Brooks with songs like "Ain’t Going Down ‘Til the Sun Comes Up", "If Tomorrow Never Comes " and "It’s Midnight Cinderella." He also wrote Patty Loveless' "Can’t Get Enough," and "No End to This Road" by Restless Heart- just to name a few... Ever heard of a little song called "Live Like You Were Dying?" Tim Nichols would be one of the men behind that massive Tim McGraw HIT! He's written and co-written a ton of hits actually, including "Heads Carolina, Tails California," recorded by JoDee Messina, "That'd Be Alright," recorded by Alan Jackson, "I Wanna Do It All," and "Girls Lie Too," both recorded by Terri Clark and this list goes on and on!

Friday, May 16– RoadMasters Show Band and Revue
THE LEGEND OF THE ROADMASTERS
Once upon a time, long, long ago, in a neighboring commonwealth, Masters Richard "Dickie" and William "Bill" Brown were born into the County of Jefferson. Since they were wee lads, the brothers toiled arduously to perfect their craft. After 40 some-odd years of struggle and strife, these jolly siblings are now adored by all. The Brothers Brown have added a rhythm section to the combo to become The RoadMasters. With wry wit, and light-hearted humour, the merry quartet is sure to please everyone! The RoadMasters now travel the horizons and are known throughout the land for renditions of Tunes made famous by the Commodores, Rolling Stones, Allman Brothers, Bruce Springsteen, Van Morrison, Joe Cocker, Dire Straits, Delbert McClinton, Chris Issak, The Four Tops, Marvin Gaye, The Beatles, Eric Clapton and Lynyrd Skynyrd among countless others. So Hoist ye Grog, belly up to the swill trough, and join in the merriment as these Colourful Characters take thy stage. You're are sure to overflow with Glee as The RoadMasters proceed to provide the occasion wyth a splendid helping of Amusement & Cheer!

Saturday, May 17–Donna Ulisse, Jerry Salley and Carl Jackson
In the 1980's when Donna Ulisse moved to Nashville she stayed busy singing demos, which brought her to the attention of Atlantic Records where she was signed and released an album "Trouble at the Door" in 1991. After a heartbreaking ending on the major label Donna met Ray and Douglas Johnson of Hadley Music Group, her current publisher. It was suggested by a major label head and friend that Donna find her true voice through writing. Her new CD "When I Look Back" is the result of that journey. In her own words she says," this is the best music I have ever been involved in." Jerry Salley has made his mark in country as well as gospel music. Hits include Reba McEntire smash "I’m Gonna Take that Mountain.” He has had songs recorded by Toby Keith, Patty Loveless, Brad Paisley, Joe Nichols, Darryl Worley, The Whites, Loretta Lynn and many others... Grammy award winning producer of 2003 Country album of the Year, "Livin, Lovin, Losin, Songs of the Louvin Brothers," Carl Jackson, is the go-to guy in country/bluegrass for getting an amazing song! He wrote the Vince Gill hit, "No Future in the Past," eight of the top 200 bluegrass songs of all time! He's has hundreds of songs recorded, totaling over 40 million in record sales! This show will be incredible to say the least- don't miss it!

Saturday, May 24-The Sweethearts of the Rodeo
Sister duo the Sweethearts of the Rodeo, Kristine Arnold and Janis Oliver, scored a series of Top Ten country hits during the late '80s with a blend of contemporary country-rock and traditional bluegrass. In '85 they won a high-profile Nashville talent competition that resulted in a deal with Columbia. Their self-titled debut album was released the following year, and their first single, "Hey Doll Baby," just missed making the country Top 20. The follow-up, "Since I Found You," turned out to be the first of seven consecutive Top Ten hits! Both Sweethearts of the Rodeo and its 1988 follow-up, One Time, One Night, sold well on the strength of singles like "Chains of Gold," "Gotta Get Away," "Midnight Girl/Sunset Town," "Blue to the Bone," "Satisfy You," and a bluegrass reworking of the Beatles' "I Feel Fine." These ladies really need no introduction at all! We are thrilled to have them- we know this will sell out quickly- please make your reservations today, so you don't miss out on this incredible show!

Friday, May 30–Ty Nelson
In December 2005, Reader's Digest magazine described Ty Nelson as a
"Garth Brooks-styled country singer." But baby-boomers might say Ty reminds them of another wholesome guitar-playing talent with striking looks and the same surname—Ricky Nelson, a singing-songwriting star of the 1960s. Although there are similarities between the two Nelsons, such as hailing from a close-knit Southern California family, possessing a distinctive baritone voice, and attracting young teen female fans, make no mistake: Ty Nelson, 20, is a contemporary performer with a promising future. And with the 2008 release of his latest album, "Last Look Back," his career seems right on track.

Saturday, May 31–Casey Kelley, Leslie Ellis and Todd Cerney
Known by some in town as one of Nashville’s best songwriters Casey Kelly has written and performed with America, Nevelle Brothers, The Beach Boys, BB King, Kenny Rogers, Boz Scaggs, Bread and more. Leslie Ellis In March of 1999 Leslie received a Grammy Award for her singing on "My Heart Will Go On," which won Record of the Year, 1998. She performed on Broadway, off-Broadway, and in national tours. Her credits include principal roles in such hits as La Cage Aux Folles, City of Angels, and CATS, as well as a concert tour perfoming the music from Phantom of the Opera with Michael Crawford. Todd Cerney wrote major hits such as “Good Morning, Beautiful” which was #1 for 5 weeks and played in Jennifer Lopez’s movie “Angel Eyes.” “I’ll Still Be Loving You,” by Restless Heart, and “Blues is My Business,” by Etta James.

Cancellation Policy- We accept cancellations up to 24 hours before the dinner begins, any cancellation not recieved with in the proper time or no-shows will incur the $15 show charge.

***Every show has some of the best “dressed-up” food that Puckett’s has to offer! We look forward to having you at each location!***

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