Luke Sheets to play "Saddle Up" Benefit

Nashville 9 songwriter Luke Sheets will be performing at the Avenue Bank Country Ride N' Roll benefit concert, Saturday, Sept. 20, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Duke It Out Farm in Franklin. Also performing will be hit songwriters Marcus Hummon, Skip Ewing, Tim Johnson, Jason Matthews and James Slater. The concert is open to the public and tickets are $50 if purchased in advance or $75 at the gate. Along with the concert, ticket price includes dinner and spirits. All proceeds go to benefit Saddle Up!.

Ryan Pruitt and Beggars Fortune - Bogota Benefit

As drummer for local band, Beggars Fortune, Nashville 9 Music Coordinator, Ryan Pruitt, will be performing in conjunction with the BOGOTA BENEFIT at 3rd and Lindsley, Wednesday September 3rd from 6pm-9pm. Also performing will be Matt Woods and Jason Eskridge. There will be a $10 cover with all proceeds going to "Bogota Benefit."

Jenn Sheets Comes On Board

The Nashville 9 is very excited to announce Jennifer Sheets as newest member to the Nashville 9 team. Having worked with Brandon, Chad, Luke, and Nat many times in the past, Jenn is no stranger to the complexities the Nashville 9 brings. As Executive Coordinator, she will be making sure that all aspects (and participants) of the project keep on task and that the big picture is fully realized.

Jenny Moss Comes On Board

The Nashville 9 is excited to announce the addition of Jenny Moss to the team. As Sponsorship Coordinator, Jenny will be working with sponsors and private donors to bring in funds/product on behalf of the project. Jenny was most recently featured in The Nashville Business Journal and Nat's blog.

Todd Smith Comes On Board

"Ellen's Diner" editor, Todd Smith, is once again gearing up to join forces with the Nashville 9 - this time performing double duties. Todd will be reprising his role of Editor for the short, plus taking on the added duties of Camera Operator for the documentary. Fearing that Todd may not "be as busy as we think we could push him," unnamed sources have reported that Todd may be asked to fulfill one or more subsequent roles. Todd could not be reached for comment.

Jenny Moss in the Nashville Business Journal

An article featuring Sponsorship Coordinator, Jenny Moss, appeared in the most recent edition of The Nashville Business Journal. Titled, "Travel Costs Fuel Urban Living Interest," the article features several quotes and a picture of Jenny.
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Ryan Pruitt Helps Raise Money For MDA

The Nashville 9 is very proud of their Music Coordinator - Ryan Pruitt. This week Ryan was "arrested" by the MUSCULAR DISTROPHY ASSOCIATION. Ryan, in an effort to "bail himself out" raised over $800 for the cause.

Watch "Ellen's Diner" - 48 Hour Film Project

The Nashville 9 team completed a film over the weekend of July 18-20. The short film, Ellen's Diner, was done as part of the 48 Hour Film Project. We drew the genre "romance" and were assigned the following—each of which had to be included in the films by the 53 participating Nashville teams: a character (Rob Hatch, security consultant); a line of dialogue ("My brother had one just like that."); and a prop (calendar). We had 48 hours to write, cast, film, edit, and score a movie that ran 4 to 7 minutes (with an extra 60 seconds allowed for credits). We made the deadline with minutes to spare and are proud of the results. Click Here to Watch!

Julie Smith Comes On Board

The Nashville 9 is excited to announce the addition of Julie Smith to the project. She will be taking on the role of Production Manager. Having worked with The Nashville 9 on the 48 Hour Film Project, it became immediately apparent how valuable she would be in November!

Christy Morgan Comes On Board

The Nashville 9 is excited to announce their newest member- Christy Morgan. She will be taking on the role of Script Supervisor. Currently working in magazine journalism, Christy will bring detail and cohesion to the set of the Nashville 9 short film. To read more about Christy click here.

Ryan Pruitt Comes On Board

The Nashville 9 is excited to announce the addition of Ryan Pruitt to the team. Undertaking the daunting role of Music Coordinator, Ryan will be responsible for acquiring all 9 artists and all 9 producers for the November project...and that’s the easy part. Ryan will also be coordinating all schedules on the music side, along with finding and managing numerous other personnel. Quite busy already – General Manager at the Frothy Monkey (where he and Luke met,) drummer for Nashville based bands Beggars Fortune and Art Four Sale, and, along with wife Kelly, a new parent to son Abbott – Ryan seemed the perfect candidate for such a stress-filled job.

News of a Busy Nat in San Diego

As if appearing concurrently in two plays at The Old Globe Theatre and traveling periodically to both L.A. and New York wasn’t enough to keep Nat’s plate full, he is also starting a bilingual training program for teenagers at The Globe and directing a production of Romeo and Juliet. Click here to read an article on this production.

Members of the Nashville 9 Defy Death and Sanity

Luke and Brandon put The Nashville 9 in a precarious position this past Wednesday when they decided to go skydiving(!), a situation also exacerbated by the fact that they were joined by Luke's wife Jenn, who carries a significant amount of the Nashville 9 load. Noticeably vacant from the excursion were Nat, who is currently in productions in San Diego, and Chad, who was working - and being held responsible by both Luke and Brandon for taking care of their dogs were something unforeseen to happen.

Immediately before boarding the plane. Left to Right: Chris Prothro (good friend of The Nashville 9), Jennifer Sheets, Brandon McDonald, and Luke Sheets.

Luke Sheets at 13,000 feet going 120 mph

Jennifer Sheets at 13,000 feet going 120 mph

Nashville 9 Screens Film at the Belcourt

“Ellen’s Diner,” the Nashville 9’s contribution to this year’s 48 Hour Film Project, screened Tuesday night at the Belcourt. The film will be available online after next week’s awards ceremony. Tickets for the awards ceremony may be purchased at the Belcourt.

Brandon McDonald (Rob Hatch in the Film) talks to Missy Zahn (Rachel) before the film

Chad Morgan (Ellen's Diner Director) awaits the film.

Ryan Pruitt (Nashville 9 Music Coordinator), Missy Zahn (Ellen's Diner Actor), Luke Sheets (Nashville 9 Songwriter) and Todd Smith (Ellen's Diner Editor) posing for a picture.

Pre-Screening Party at Cabana

To celebrate the screening of their 48 Hour film, “Ellen’s Diner,” the Nashville 9 threw a party on Tuesday at Cabana. In attendance were several other teams and participants from the 48 Hour Project, as well as creatives from the music, advertising, and marketing communities. The Nashville 9 would like to thank all who came out and especially the people of Cabana for making this party a complete success.

Chad Morgan talking about The Nashville 9

Luke Sheets and Mim Brumley

Jennifer Sheets and Todd Smith

48 Hour Film Project Completed

After a couple of sleepless nights, the Nashville 9 successfully completed the 48 Hour Film Project. Also participating were Doug Brumley (DP), Todd Smith (Editor), Jenn Sheets (Art Director), Jenny Moss, Julie Smith, Lance Roy, and actresses Michele Cook and Missy Zahn. Click here to read more about this undertaking.

Still looking pretty fresh at 2am on Saturday Morning.
Left to Right: Doug Brumley, Chad Morgan, Michele Cook, Missy Zahn, and Luke Sheets.

Luke Sheets and Doug Brumley give the thumbs up after turning in the film