"A wildly successful songfest!"
-Ventura County Star
Hosted by
Lisa Linehan
[Bio]
About CSN Nashville
CSN Nashville holds several concerts a year, generally at the world famous Bluebird Cafe. Selected singers perform up to 4 songs. Past performers have included Lari White, Elizabeth Cook, and Benita Hill.
(Note: As of July 2025, FRANKLIN CSN has merged into the Nashville chapter; now hosted by Lisa Linehan.)
Recent Media Coverage!
- TV Interview promoting Nov. 18 CSN Nashville show! Nashville's News Channel 5 aired this segment: "Talk of the Town: Chick Singer Night heads back to The Bluebird Cafe." Hosts interviewed CSN artist (duo) Butter & Grit who will perform on Nov. 18 at the Bluebird as part of the CSN showcase.
- Live TV interview on WSMV4 Nashville - with director Lisa Linehan and "chick" Anne Buckle who will be on the September 17 show!
- 7/14/2025: Here's a great article about CSN from the Williamson Scene!
"Women Focused Show Highlights Storytelling at The Mockingbird Theatre: Long-time showcase Chick Singer Night creates room for female musicians to share their voices" - Live TV Inteview on News Channel 5 Nashville's Talk of the Town: "Chick Singer Night is the longest running female artist showcase!" Lisa Linehan and singer Laurel Taylor
Events
Chick Singer Night Showcase
In-The-Round at The Bluebird!
Bluebird Cafe
4104 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville, TN 37215
Tickets available prior to shows at bluebirdcafe.com
Next show:
March 3, 2026, 9pm
Featured artists: TBA
Check back soon
for show details!
Some Past Shows
- Nov. 18, 2025 - CSN Showcase at the Bluebird featuring Kirstie Kraus, Butter & Grit, Jessica Rose, and Mattie Taylor
- Sep. 17, 2025 - Showcase at the Bluebird featuring Kaylee Rose; Julia Hutchinson; Jessica Willis Fisher; Anne Buckle; Gable Burnett
- June 29, 2025 - FRANKLIN showcase (now merged with Nashville) featuring Jett Jenkins, Gable Burnett, Laurel Taylor, Femke, Krystal King, Lydia Wade, and host Lisa Linehan
- Dec. 10, 2024: Showcase featuring Amanda Nolan, Kayley Bishop, and Victoria Banks
- Sept. 10, 2024: Showcase featuring Brennley Brown, Laurel Taylor, Lauren Mascitti, and Lana Scott, plus host Jill Stalnaker
- August 4, 2024 - FRANKLIN showcase (now merged with Nashville) Featuring Jett Jenkins, Tiera Kennedy, Chancie Neal, Brandy Neelly, Gable Burnett, Laura Pursell, Channing Lotten, plus host Lisa Linehan & special guests
- June 18, 2024: Showcase featuring Emily Shackelton, Brittany Moore, Tyler Kohrs, and host Jill Stalnaker
- May 5, 2024: Collaborative event @ Nashville Basement Stage, featuring Nashville director Jill Stalnaker
- March 12 @ Bluebird Café - Showcase featuring Jenn Schott, Bella Raye, Stella Prince, and Morgan Johnston
- March 12, 2024 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Bella Raye, Jenn Schott, Stella Prince, and Morgan Johnston
- October 26, 2023 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Emily Shackelton, Jenn Bostic, Sarah Darling, and Karleigh Schmidt
- August 17, 2023 @ Bluebird Cafe - CSN Showcase featuring: Ava Paige, Jamie Floyd, Trannie Anderson
- May 11, 2023 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Caleb & Leann, Makayla Lynn, Caroline Dare, Bri Fletcher
- February 16, 2023 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Kara Hesse, Sadie Fine, Bella Raye, Mia Morris
More past shows...
- November 17, 2022 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Kirsti Manna, Ainsley Costello, Amanda Nicole, and Ash Taylor
- May 12, 2022 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Sam Hatmaker, Benita Hill, Marc-Alan Barnette, Stephanie Quayle, plus host Jaclyn Brown
- April 25, 2022 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Emi Sunshine, Lauren Lucas, Bonnie J Baker, Tori Tullier, and host Jaclyn Brown
- November 23, 2021 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Audra McLaughlin (of "The Voice"), Lacy Green, Jesse Lopez, and host Jaclyn Brown
- July 2, 2019 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Jacklyn Brown (host) plus Anna Pancaldi, JoLivi, Sarah Ryder, Dave Pahanishn
- April 25, 2019 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Jaclyn Brown, host and Kirstie Kraus, Ben Fuller, Lizzie Cates, Chelsea Summers, and Amy Holden
- February 13, 2019 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Jill Stalnaker, host, plus Jessie Ritter, Lily Bethke, Mackenzie Wasner, and headliner Stephanie Quayle
- October 23, 2018 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring:Jaclyn Brown, The Belles, Marye Amanda, Maggie Renfroe, Jill Stalnaker
- July 19, 2018 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: TBA
- April 12, 2018 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Elaina Kay, Jill Stalnaker, Krista Lynn Meadow, Krista Angelucci, Kim Parent
- February 15, 2018 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Ava Suppelsa, Melanie Meriney, NiCo, and Kim McLean, with host Jaclyn Brown
- November 9, 2017 @ Bluebird Café - Music Theater/Cabaret Night featuring: Jaclyn Brown, Carolyn German, Kristian Dambrino, Lisa Aschmann
- September 21, 2017 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Tobi Lee, Ashley Brandenburg, Michele Tristan, Jamie Floyd, & Hannah Ellis
- July 13, 2017 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Nicky Rood, Kim Parent, Marye Amanda, & Kata Rhe Crutcher
- May 11, 2017 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Rich Karg, Kim McLean, Christy McDonald
- February 16, 2017 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Briagha McTavish, Mia Rose, Lacy Green, Farewell Angelina
- November 17, 2016 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: TBA
- August 25, 2016 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Meaghan Farrell, Jaclyn Brown, Jason Wilkes, Lacy Green
- June 2, 2016 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Savannah Lynne, Susan Russell, Kayleigh Leith, Megan Santi, and Aubrey Peeples (of ABC's NASHVILLE TV show)
- October 15, 2015 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase
- August 20, 2015 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase
- June 18, 2015 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase
- April 8, 2015 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase
- November 20, 2014 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Nicky Rood, Briagha McTavish, Eric Burgett, Audrey Rose, Misha Williams
- September 25, 2014 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Hannah Taylor Kenya Taylor, Kennedy Noel, Breelan Angel, & Lacy Green
- October 17, 2013 @ Bluebird Café - Celebrating CSN's 25-Year Anniversary! Details & performers TBA.
- August 22, 2013 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Erica Perry, Lacy Green, Haeley Vaughn, Rm31
- April 18, 2013 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Tay Barton, Sasha Aaron, Courtney Dickinson, Hannah Ellis, Andy Schneider
- October 18, 2012 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Joy Bach, Tori Tullier, Callie Hopper, Brittany Spriggs, Abby Burke
- August 23, 2012 @ Bluebird Café - CSN Showcase featuring: Mia Rose, Brian Fisk, Willie Ames, Molly Hunt
Merch
T-shirts, hats, totes and more -- You can now order swag online through our storefront at One Sheet Merch! (Limited quantities and styles also available at most Chick Singer Night shows)
Donate
Help encourage female artists!
One-time or recurring gifts are welcome.
(Donations are processed through Breathe Foundation)
Sponsorship
Support CSN and gain exposure for your business.
You can become a sponsor for CSN International or for a specific city/region.
Apply to perform
Send links to 2 or 3 demos of your singing (audio or video, preferrably LIVE performances) and a brief bio. If you are offered a performance spot, you will receive additional details/instructions.
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