Songwriters Under the Stars Returns to Cheekwood in 2025
The following is a press release:
The popular Songwriters Under the Stars concert series returns, offering the unforgettable opportunity to enjoy entertaining performances by top Nashville hitmakers and musicians under the night sky at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens. Nestled on gorgeous Swan Lawn, this year’s concert features chart-toppers Brett James, Trannie Anderson, and Tom Douglas, sharing songs and stories behind the songs, accompanied by the renowned Music City Symphony. The elegant setting provides the perfect backdrop for a one-of-a-kind concert experience. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and revel in a relaxing evening while enjoying seasonal beers, wine by the bottle, craft cocktails, and delicious bites from local food trucks. Songwriters Under the Stars will be on August 22 and 23 at 7 p.m. Tickets are currently on sale and can be reserved at Cheekwood.org.
Brett James
For over a decade, Grammy Award-winning songwriter and producer Brett James has been one of the most prolific and versatile songwriters in Nashville having had more than 500 of his songs recorded by major label recording artists. He has written 27 #1 hits and won a Grammy in 2006 for writing Carrie Underwood’s song “Jesus, Take the Wheel.” He was named ASCAP’s country songwriter of the year in 2006 and 2010, and Music Row magazine’s Songwriter of the Year in 2015. In 2020, he was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. The list of artists who have recorded Brett’s songs includes Tim McGraw, Kenny Chesney, Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, Keith Urban, Bon Jovi, Taylor Swift, and Kelly Clarkson.
Trannie Anderson
Trannie Anderson co-wrote Lainey Wilson’s #1 hit single “Heart Like a Truck,” which was named NSAI’s “Song of the Year” in 2023. She also co-wrote Lainey Wilson’s single “Wildflowers and Wild Horses,” Restless Road’s “Last Rodeo,” Cole Swindell’s “3 Feet Tall,” and songs recorded by Dan + Shay and Reba McEntire. Trannie has also had songs placed in ads and TV shows with T-Mobile, Dodge Ram, Wranglers, Tractor Supply, Marshall’s, The CW, Netflix, and more.
Tom Douglas
Grammy-nominated Tom Douglas has written Top 10 Billboard Country hits for John Michael Montgomery, Martina McBride, Tim McGraw, Collin Raye, Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, Kenny Chesney, and others. In 2009, he achieved a rare Triple Play Award in which he had three number one hits in a year. In addition to being nominated for four Grammy Awards, in 2010 he was nominated for an Oscar and a Golden Globe for the song “Coming Home” featured in the film “Country Strong.” In 2014, Tom was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Ticket Information
General Admission tickets are $65 for members and $75 for not-yet members. Premium Package tickets are also available for $150 for members and $175 for not-yet members. Each Premium Package ticket includes one concert ticket with exclusive, front-of-stage
viewing in an Eno Lounger SL chair, two drink tickets, and access to premium parking with a golf cart shuttle to the concert location.
Reserving a timed-entry ticket in advance is required for all guests. During busy seasons and events, Cheekwood may reach parking capacity. If parking capacity is reached, walk-up tickets will only be available for those utilizing rideshare services.