How Many Singers in Nashville Have a Side Hustle as Bartenders?
Nashville: Music City, USA. Home of honky-tonk dreams, rhinestone suits, and apparently, a whole lot of bar-owning singers! Ever wondered how many country stars moonlight as mixologists, slinging cocktails instead of chart-topping tunes? Buckle up, sugar, because we're about to dive into the world of Nashville's singing bartenders.
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It's More Than Just a Honky-Tonk Tune
We all know Nashville's Broadway is legendary for its live music and neon lights. But these days, it seems like every other storefront has a big ol' name on it – and that name usually belongs to a singer with a microphone in one hand and a dream of bigger tips in the other.
Seriously, it's like a country music hall of fame for bar ownership. We're talking Blake Shelton's Ole Red, a sprawling entertainment complex that's practically a mini-Nashville in itself. Dierks Bentley has Whiskey Row, where the drinks might flow "Sideways" but hopefully, you won't. Want some Tex-Mex and a chance to hear Miranda Lambert belt out a karaoke tune? Head over to Casa Rosa, her very own cantina.
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This trend isn't exactly new, folks. Remember Kenny freakin' Rogers Roasters? (Though that was more chicken than cocktails.) But it seems like these days, every singer with a hit song wants a piece of the Music City bar pie.
Is There a Microphone in Every Nashville Bar?
Now, before you get your hopes up for a duet with Luke Bryan at Luke's 32 Bridge, let's be realistic. Seeing a singer serving drinks is probably less common than, well, a six-pack of Budweiser in Nashville. But hey, you never know! These bars are their passion projects, a way to connect with fans in a different way.
QuickTip: Skip distractions — focus on the words.
Plus, who wouldn't want to sip a margarita while knowing Blake Shelton might just hop on stage for an impromptu performance? (Just don't expect him to wash your dishes afterwards.)
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So, How Many Singers Actually Own Bars?
Alright, alright, you came here for the number. The truth is, it's hard to say exactly how many singers own bars in Nashville. New places pop up all the time, and some are more "celebrity-endorsed" than truly owned by the singer themself. But let's just say it's a healthy handful. Enough to make you wonder if there's more money in margaritas than music these days.
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How To Become a Singing Bartender in Nashville (or Not)
Here are some frequently asked questions (with some, uh, interesting answers) for those who might be inspired (or terrified) by this trend:
How to become a singing bartender in Nashville?
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- Be a wildly successful singer with a ton of cash (or investors).
- Hope there's an open storefront on Broadway that isn't already owned by Garth Brooks.
- Brush up on your bartending skills – those Grammy awards won't pay for spilled liquor.
- Practice your onstage banter – because apparently, singing and talking to strangers go hand-in-hand.
How to avoid accidentally ending up in a singing competition at a Nashville bar?
- Wear a disguise (hat, sunglasses, fake mustache – the whole shebang).
- Develop a resting poker face that screams, "Do not make eye contact with me."
- Order complicated cocktails that require the bartender's full attention.
- Hope for the best (and maybe bring earplugs).
How to know if the bartender at a Nashville bar is secretly famous?
- If they look vaguely familiar and dodge your questions about their career, that's a good sign.
- They subtly name-drop other celebrities in conversation (casually, of course).
- Their singing voice is mysteriously amazing, even after a long shift.
- They ask you to sign a non-disclosure agreement before taking your order. (Okay, maybe not that last one.)
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