Tour guide in Nashville Mackenzie A.

I’m a self-proclaimed “Honky-Tonk Queen.” I have worked as a hostess at the Grand Ole Opry for 6 years and have spent the last few years working part-time as a receptionist on Music Row. As a lifelong country music fan, Music City, USA has always drawn me in. When I first visited Nashville in 7th grade, I was convinced I would live here someday. When it came time to move away for college, I knew that Nashville was where I wanted to go to school. Living here has been everything I dreamed it would be and more! While earning my Music Business Degree at Belmont, I spent my spare time soaking in as much of the city's culture as possible. Specific rituals that I remember from my freshman year include enjoying nearly empty famous honkytonks such as Tootsies on weekday mornings, visiting the Country Music Hall of Fame several times a month, and driving around viewing celebrity mansions. After 8 years in Nashville, I have learned tips and tricks to make the most out of a visit here. Many relatives and family friends back home in North Carolina refer to me as their go-to for Nashville-related questions. I love showing people around my favorite spots, including many “off the beaten path” places to find great live music and down-home communities. My passions lie in Opry history, classic country, and the current under-the-radar outlaw/Americana scene. Though I know mostly about the more alternative country scene in town, I am also well-versed in mainstream country music among other genres. I’d love the opportunity to show you some great live music in town no matter what style or genre you prefer.