New Nashville music festival will spotlight indie venues in 2025

State of play: In a census conducted earlier this year, music industry stakeholders called for more partnerships that boost Nashville's creative community.

• The new festival comes at a time when independent music venues have been suffering due to corporate competition and Nashville's exorbitant real estate costs.

What she's saying: "Independent music venues are the heart and soul of Music City, providing a stage for new artists across diverse genres to showcase their talent and be discovered," Convention and Visitors Corp. president and CEO Deana Ivey said in a press release.

What's next: The artist lineup will be unveiled in the coming weeks, organizers said.

• The presale is underway. An event pass costs $15.

Nate's thought bubble: 615 Indie Live sounds a lot like the fantastic former festival Next Big Nashville, which brought an eclectic mix of local artists together.