We talk to young singer/songwriter, Birdie Nichols and composer/producer, Jeff Steinberg, about their upcoming performances. Birdie is a young songwriter playing at Concerts in the Courtyard, St. Philip, Friday, July 26. Jeff is part of the Great American Songbook Series at the Franklin Theatre, July 31, where his ensemble will celebrate the 100th birthday of Henry Mancini, one of the greatest composers in the history of film. Songs featured only on our Nashville Hippie Radio 94.5 broadcast: Moon River - Jeff Steinberg Orchestra | Charade - Jeff Steinberg Orchestra | Pink Panther Theme - Jeff Steinberg.

Living Real interview's more musical artists, Mae Rogers, Monica Ramey and Mandy Barnett, all performing locally in Franklin, TN. Mae Rogers just graduated with her BA in vocal performance from Oklahoma University. Mae is part of St. Philip's Concerts in the Courtyard, Friday, July 19, 7pm. Monica and Mandy are hosts of Variety on Main at the Franklin Theatre, Wed, July 17, 7pm. The Nashville Scene describes Monica Ramey as a "shining example" among "vocalists with a real feel for and understanding of the jazz tradition doing them justice." Mandy Barnett has earned a reputation as a stellar interpreter of classic country songs. Songs featured only on our Nashville Hippie Radio 94.5: This Nearly Was Mine - Mae Rogers | Dream Dancing - Monica Ramey | The Fool - Mandy Barnett.

Former Living Real co-host, Robert Feduccia, talks to us about the significance of the Eucharistic Revival in the US as its Pilgrimage comes through Nashville, TN June 25 to 30. With a Masters in Theology, Robert is recognized as an expert in the New Evangelization having written the evangelization document for the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry.