Barenaked Ladies Deliver a Joyful Summer Set in Nashville
Ascend Amphitheater — Nashville, TN | July 5, 2016
Barenaked Ladies brought a relaxed, feel-good energy to Ascend Amphitheater on July 5, 2016, delivering a summer performance built on sharp musicianship, quick humor, and a catalog tailor-made for sing-alongs. Against the downtown skyline, the band leaned into its strengths—tight harmonies, playful banter, and a crowd-friendly pace that never dragged.
The loudest reactions came during familiar favorites like “One Week,” “Pinch Me,” “If I Had $1,000,000,” and “Brian Wilson,” each met with enthusiastic crowd participation. Ed Robertson kept the atmosphere light and conversational, while the band’s multi-instrumental approach added depth and texture without overcomplicating the arrangements. The show felt less like a nostalgia act and more like a confident band still enjoying the process of performing live.
Additional songs included It’s All Been Done, Big Bang Theory Theme, Old Apartment, Duct Tape Heart, Odds Are, and Enid, offering a balanced mix of classics and newer material.
Opening-act information was not prominently billed for this date, keeping the focus squarely on Barenaked Ladies’ headlining set.
The Nashville stop underscored why the band remains a dependable summer draw—fun, polished, and genuinely engaging.
Band Lineup
Ed Robertson — Vocals / Guitar
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edrobertsonJim Creeggan — Bass / Vocals
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimcreegganKevin Hearn — Keyboards / Guitar / Vocals
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinhearnTyler Stewart — Drums
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