Concerts happening in Nashville this August

Driving the news: Brooklyn Bowl's impressive month kicks off tonight with singer-songwriter Cat Power. If you procrastinated, don't worry as tickets are still available.

• Talented emo-tinged rock band Pinegrove, along with Sinai Vessel and Poise, have a pair of shows this week at Brooklyn Bowl.

Ascend Amphitheater will be pumping downtown full of '90s rock with college radio favorites Dispatch and O.A.R. on Saturday.

• Jack Johnson headlines Ascend on Aug. 24 followed by Goo Goo Dolls on Aug. 27.

Don't forget: For an excellent chance to see a loud, fun rock show at Exit/In, check out Sleigh Bells on Aug. 16.

• Hearing their song "Rill, Rill" is worth the price of admission alone.

Yes, and: The Ryman's calendar doubles as a window into Adam's mind.

• Vince Gill's four-day residency scheduled to begin Thursday.
• Stars from RuPaul's Drag Race will perform Aug. 9.
• Mary Chapin Carpenter plays the Mother Church Aug. 19.
• Blondie will take the stage Aug. 24.

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