NASHVILLE, Tenn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The spirit of Music City was on full display on New Year’s Eve as indie music venue Anzie Blue and Honda Powersports partnered to present Anzie Blue New Year’s Eve Live, a first-time musical event featuring a genre-spanning lineup that was seen worldwide. The six-hour event was livestreamed on CNN.com, with select performances airing live on CNN as part of its daytime coverage of New Year’s Eve from cities around the world.
Hosted by CNN anchor Lynda Kinkade, the all-star event took place in front of an invitation-only crowd and was headlined by Platinum-selling, GRAMMY-nominated singer and actor Chris Isaak who performed his signature hits “Baby Did a Bad, Bad Thing” and “Wicked Game.” Other ‘only in Music City moments’ included a tribute to the legendary Johnny Cash from his son, John Carter Cash with his wife, Ana Cristina Cash, who performed the classic “Ring of Fire,” and singer Maggie Rose, who performed her upcoming GRAMMY-nominated single, “Poison in My Well.”
Marcie Allen, co-owner of Anzie Blue, remarked: “It’s musical acts like these who show up on an independent stage in their hometown to share their artistry with the world on New Year’s Eve – that’s the Nashville we know and love. We’re so proud of our partnership with Honda Powersports and would like to thank all of the artists and our friends at CNN, Visit Music City and Dreamliner Luxury Coaches for an unforgettable event.”
“Anzie Blue New Year’s Eve Live represents the kind of cultural moments Honda Powersports aligns with: authentic, artist-driven, and resonating far beyond the room,” said Jeremy McGuire, Director of Powersports & Products Marketing for American Honda. “Music has a unique ability to connect people globally, and we are excited about the year ahead as we continue to expand our presence within the music and entertainment community.”
In addition to performances from Chris Isaak, John Carter Cash, Ana Cristina Cash and Maggie Rose, Anzie Blue New Year’s Eve Live featured artists from across the musical spectrum, including GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter, Pynk Beard, who entertained the crowd with several of his hits that inspired attendees to line dance under the guidance of renowned line dancing instructor, Justin Lee Williams. Other performers included pop punk powerhouse Taylor Acorn, music therapist turned artist-activist Kyshona, country artists Julia Cole and Alyssa Flaherty, Anzie Blue Records recording artist Stella Prince, and Lovenoise DJ’s, DJ C-Wiz and DJ Gary Steven.
Anzie Blue New Year’s Eve Live is produced by Anzie Blue Productions and FEMco Presents, with Leslie Fram serving as Talent Producer. The program is presented by Honda Powersports and sponsored by Visit Music City and Dreamliner Luxury Coaches.
About Anzie Blue
Located in the heart of Nashville’s Hillsboro Village directly across from the world-famous Belcourt Theatre, Anzie Blue is a 4,000-square-foot live music and event venue co-owned by Marcie Allen and Derek Van Mol. The venue has quickly become a cultural hub for inclusive, community-driven programming, hosting high-profile events featuring Diane Warren with Megan Moroney, BigXThaPlug, Marcus K. Dowling’s podcast Culture At Large, Timothée Chalamet’s A Complete Unknown premiere, Tin Pan South, Americana Music Festival, Nashville Film Festival’s Opening Night Party, Hollywood & Mind, Variety’s CMA Interview Lounge, and numerous showcases with Leslie Fram’s FEMco, She Is The Music, and more. For more information, visit AnzieBlue.com.
About Honda Powersports
Honda began motorcycle sales in America in 1959, and today, offers a full range of Honda motorcycles, scooters, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and side-by-sides in the U.S. Innovative technology always has been a Honda trademark, showcasing pioneering engine and chassis design that has set the standard for excellence for more than 65 years. Honda also has announced plans for battery-electric powersports products. Honda Powersports products have been built in America for 45 years and today, all Honda side-by-sides and ATVs are made in America at Honda manufacturing plants in Timmonsville, S.C. and Swepsonville, N.C., using domestic and globally made parts. Learn more at https://powersports.honda.com.
More information about Honda is available in the Digital FactBook.
Contacts
For Anzie Blue
Lisa Chader
[email protected]
(615) 428-7223
For Honda:
Bradley Adams
[email protected]
(310) 529-5471
