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MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Murfreesboro City Council voted Wednesday (Aug 10) to approve a finalized Development Agreement with Notes Live INC for a new live entertainment campus at the southeast corner of Medical Center Pkwy and Gateway Blvd. The City and Notes Live finalized the proposed agreement this month. Construction of Bourbon Brothers and Boot Barn Hall is estimated to take 18 months and the amphitheater 20 to 24 months following design approval by the Planning Commission and Council.

“We are excited to finalize the agreement for the high-quality entertainment venture featuring live music in both indoor and outdoor settings,” said Mayor Shane McFarland. “The public-private partnership will add an attractive amenity to our City and elevate Murfreesboro in the Nashville music scene. On behalf of the City Council, I thank Notes Live for making this substantial investment. We can’t wait to see construction and live performances get underway along with necessary infrastructure enhancements to Medical Center Parkway.”

Mayor Shane McFarland and JW Roth, chairman of Notes Live, INC, unveiled plans on May 19, to open a 4,500-seat state-of-the-art, open-air amphitheater in the Murfreesboro Gateway called The Sunset Music Colosseum on the Stones River. The amphitheater will be located on land that Notes Live will purchase from the City.

The agreement also provides for the development of other venues on the Gateway site:

• Bourbon Brothers Smokehouse and Tavern, an upscale, casual dining restaurant
• Boot Barn Hall, a 400-seat table setting, acoustically designed music and corporate venue that can be converted into 1,400-stadium seating
• Together, the venues are expected to hire 150 full and part-time employees featuring weekly concerts and see approximately 800,000 patrons per year

The Development Agreement calls for a number of off-site infrastructure improvements including the extension of Gateway Boulevard to Robert Rose Drive with connection to signalization of Warren Street at Medical Center Pkwy (Fire Station 4). The $7.1 million Gateway Extension Project received unanimous approval from City Council July 21 as part of a reallocation of CIP funding from FY 21-22 Bond Proceeds.

• • Gateway Blvd. northbound dual left turns onto westbound Medical Center Pkwy.
  • Medical Center Pkwy eastbound right turn lane onto southbound Gateway Blvd.
  • Medical Center Pkwy eastbound right turn lane and westbound left turn lane at the median opening at The Fountains (Fountains Crossover)
  • Connect Access Street A on eastside of the BBST property to align with the eastern drive into The Fountains to Warren Street
  • Signalize Access Street A and The Fountains East Drive at Medical Center Parkway

These improvements will include additional signalization, median reconstruction, sidewalk, streetlights, drainage, irrigation, and needed utilities.

While amphitheater venue traffic can be managed appropriately, similar to other medium to large-scale sports and entertainment events, the City and Council has also identified the need to expand Medical Center Parkway to improve traffic flow with a three-phase road-widening project beginning in early 2023. This approximately $26 million infrastructure improvement is independent of the Notes Live Project and could be completed by 2026-27. Council voted July 21 to reallocate CIP funding from FY 19, FY 21-22 Bond Proceeds to add an additional through lane in both directions.

• • Phase 1 would widen Medical Center Pkwy from I-24 to Thompson Lane (2023-2024)
  • Phase 2 would widen Medical Center from Thompson Lane to The Fountains (2024-25)
  • Phase 3 would widen Medical Center Pkwy from The Fountains to Broad Street (2025-26)

Council voted to reallocate CIP funds to the Medical Center Pkwy expansion so the critical project could be initated sooner.

The multi-million-dollar Sunset Colosseum on the Stones River amphitheater will host large touring acts on a live music entertainment campus featuring firepit suites alongside stadium-style seating and causal lawn seating. The full-service restaurant will include a high-quality tasting room, rooftop patio and an integrated large outdoor patio.

A video of the planned Notes Live Murfreesboro live music campus is available here

https://vimeo.com/711039215/9a0d9ecfc9

 

 

Under the revised Development Agreement,

• Approximately 18.2 acres will be sold for $3.267 million payable over 20 years
• Approximately 15 acres will hold Bourbon Brothers Smokehouse & Tavern, Boot Barn Hall and Sunset Music Colosseum on the Stones River
• Approximately 3 acres will be developed with parking for the amphitheater that will be shared with the City for City events and Greenway trail users

 

JW Roth, Notes Live Founder and CEO, said: “We couldn’t be happier to partner with the city of Murfreesboro. A show at the Sunset on the River will be a live music experience unlike any other. We expect our live streaming and content strategy to make ‘Live from Murfreesboro’ a household name in every living room in America. Along with Bourbon Brothers Smokehouse and Tavern and our indoor concert venue, Boot Barn Hall, Murfreesboro is the perfect place for our next Notes Live campus.”

Nationally-recognized Younger Associates has completed an analysis of the economic benefits of the Notes Live Project. The annual economic impact of the project is estimated at approximately $50 million ($500 million over 10 years) with an additional $36 million economic impact from construction, supporting 150 jobs and $7 million in wages. Full-time jobs, direct and indirect, are projected to be 138. Total local tax revenue is estimated at approximately $428,000 annually after operations begin with a 10-year benefit to local taxes of $8.5 million. Property taxes are boosted by approximately $6 million.

The Murfreesboro Boot Barn Hall will be modeled after a similar Notes Live venue in Colorado Springs, which opened in February 2019, adding an 8,000-person state-of-the art outdoor amphitheater in 2022. The Sunset in Colorado Springs amphitheater is on the same campus with Bourbon Brothers. Additional venues are underway in mid-sized markets with growing populations, including Gainesville, Georgia, a suburb of Atlanta.

Notes Live identifies markets in fast-growing regions with live entertainment featuring unbeatable sound, sightlines and elevated food and beverage offerings. Murfreesboro is an attractive high-growth area, located along major corridors near the Music City. The public-private partnership fits the City’s long-term vision for an amphitheater within the City as part of park development. Livestreaming from the amphitheater and the neighboring indoor venue, the Boot Barn Hall, are anticipated.

 

ABOUT NOTES LIVE

Notes Live, founded by Colorado Springs-based entrepreneur JW Roth, is the rapidly growing live-entertainment company that by the end of 2023 will be operating a half dozen large and mid-sized premium music venues across the West and South. The company identifies areas with growing populations but a dearth of high-quality music and entertainment venues and offers premium concert experiences, complete with unbeatable sound and sightlines as well as elevated food and beverage options.  It currently boasts a Colorado Springs entertainment campus with the Boot Barn Hall concert venue, Bourbon Brothers restaurant, and Buttermilk breakfast eatery and will have launched similar locations in Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, and Texas by the by the end of 2023, as well as the company’s crown jewel:  The Sunset, a state of the art, 8,000-person open-air amphitheater in Colorado Springs that will host the largest touring acts in the country. 

For more on Notes Live or The Sunset, contact Luke Garcia (lgarcia@shorefire.com)

More info at https://noteslive.vip/ or at the Notes Live press page: https://shorefire.com/roster/notes-live

For City News online, visit www.Murfreesborotn.gov.

Notes Live, the fast-growing music venue company, has two venues on this year’s Billboard power list for new venues, the 2022 New and Renovated Venues list. Check out the list to read about the $40-million, 8,000-capacity Sunset amphitheater, being built in Notes Live’s hometown of Colorado Springs, and the 4,500-capacity Sunset Colosseum, being built in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, HERE at Billboard.

Top venue trade publication VenuesNow also announced JW Roth, CEO and Chairman of Notes Live, to their 2022 All Stars list today recognizing the industry’s biggest movers and shakers. The all stars are made up of executives with venues across several forms of live entertainment including music, sports, comedy and more. Read HERE at VenuesNow.

In the next 18 months, Notes Live will be operating a half dozen premium music venues in suburbs around the country. Read in the Wall Street Journal HERE about why Roth’s strategy is focusing on these communities, and watch this space for more on Notes Live.

ABOUT NOTES LIVE

Notes Live, founded by Colorado Springs-based entrepreneur JW Roth, is the rapidly growing live-entertainment company that by the end of 2023 will be operating a half dozen large and mid-sized premium music venues across the West and South. The company identifies areas with growing populations but a dearth of high-quality music and entertainment venues and offers premium concert experiences, complete with unbeatable sound and sightlines as well as elevated food and beverage options. It currently boasts a Colorado Springs entertainment campus with the Boot Barn Hall concert venue, Bourbon Brothers restaurant, and Buttermilk breakfast eatery and will have launched similar locations in Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, and Texas by the by the end of 2023, as well as the company’s crown jewel: The Sunset, a state of the art, 8,000-person open-air amphitheater in Colorado Springs that will host the largest touring acts in the country.

For more on Notes Live contact Mark Satlof (msatlof@shorefire.com) or Luke Garcia (lgarcia@shorefire.com) at Shore Fire Media.

Notes Live, the rapidly growing nationwide hospitality and entertainment company based in Colorado Springs, is thrilled to announce its partnership as a platinum sponsor of the 12th annual Mayor’s Cup golf tournament. The event, which will be held at The Broadmoor Golf Club on Thursday, May 11, 2023, is a significant initiative that benefits First Tee of Southern Colorado, provides scholarships for students pursuing public safety at Pikes Peak State College, and supports the City of Colorado Springs’ Spirit of the Springs initiatives, which aim to cultivate future city government leadership and encourage resident involvement.

The Mayor’s Cup began in 2012 under the leadership of Mayor Steve Bach and has been continued annually by Mayor John Suthers. Since its inception, the charity tournament has successfully raised more than $650,000 in net proceeds, which are dedicated to benefiting the local Colorado Springs community.

“We are grateful for the generous support of Notes Live, the exclusive platinum sponsor of the 2023 Mayor’s Cup,” said Mayor Suthers. “Part of the proceeds from this tournament fund scholarships for students who are passionate about public safety, which is an essential function of municipal government. We thank all our sponsors for their commitment to this event and the positive and long-lasting impact their generosity has on our community.”

JW Roth expressed his enthusiasm for contributing to this year’s tournament, stating, “We are excited to be a part of this extraordinary event. Our passion for the community’s prosperity and growth drives our involvement, and we are proud to support the legacy of Colorado Springs and the essential programs that ensure its continued success.”

With the establishment of the Spirit of the Springs endowment in 2022, the Mayor’s Cup looks to build upon the success of the charity tournament, securing future funding for the various initiatives that benefit the community and embody the spirit of Colorado Springs.

By partnering with the Mayor’s Cup tournament, Notes Live not only showcases its commitment to the local community but also reinforces its position as a world-class hospitality and entertainment company dedicated to making a positive impact.

 

About Notes Live Notes Live, founded by Colorado Springs-based entrepreneur JW Roth, is the rapidly growing live-entertainment company that by the end of 2023 will be operating a half dozen large and mid-sized premium music venues across the West and South. The company identifies areas with growing populations but a dearth of high-quality music and entertainment venues and offers premium concert experiences, complete with unbeatable sound and sightlines as well as elevated food and beverage options. It currently boasts a Colorado Springs entertainment campus with the Boot Barn Hall concert venue, Bourbon Brothers restaurant, and Notes Live music and social bar and will have launched similar locations in Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, and Texas by the end of 2023, as well as the company’s crown jewel: The Sunset, a technically advanced, 8,000-person open-air amphitheater in Colorado Springs that will host the largest touring acts in the country.

 

For more on Notes Live, contact Mark Satlof (msatlof@shorefire.com) or Hannah Schwartz (hschwartz@shorefire.com) at Shore Fire Media.

Gainesville, Georgia, is about to get even more vibrant with the arrival of Notes Live’s highly anticipated entertainment campus, featuring the impressive Boot Barn Hall music venue and the Bourbon Brothers Smokehouse and Tavern restaurant. The sold-out grand opening weekend, scheduled for July 7th and 8th, will be headlined by chart-topping country singer-songwriter Josh Turner (Friday, July 7th), and Country Music Hall of Famer Ricky Skaggs (Saturday, July 8th).

Notes Live, the rapidly growing music venue and hospitality company, has chosen Gainesville as its second operating venue, following its successful base in Colorado Springs. Recognizing the need for high-quality music and entertainment venues in markets with growing populations, Notes Live has plans for expansion across the country. By the end of 2023 or early 2024, they aim to begin construction in six additional markets, with six more planned over the next five years. To facilitate this growth, the company is preparing to initiate a public offering.

Situated just an hour northeast of Atlanta, the Boot Barn Hall in Gainesville is a state-of-the-art complex spanning 14,500 finished square feet. The venue boasts stunning floor-to-ceiling beetle kill pine walls and includes an additional 3,575 square feet of mezzanine seating with 15 private suites. Equipped with a remarkable $1.5 million audio and visual system, the Boot Barn Hall promises an unparalleled concert experience.

Adjoining to the Boot Barn Hall, the Bourbon Brothers Smokehouse and Tavern restaurant will be a haven for food enthusiasts. Its scratch kitchen will serve American classics and Southern staples, featuring the largest smoker in northern Georgia. The restaurant’s waiting space will showcase repurposed pews from the historic local First Methodist Church of Gainesville. Curated through special partnership with Gainesville’s Arts Council. With imaginative two-story architecture and Bourbon Bar stocked with exclusive and rare spirits, the Bourbon Brothers is sure to leave a lasting impression.

The entertainment offerings at the campus will be diverse – this month, for its “soft launch,” local artists have been taking the Boot Barn stage since June 9. The June lineup of exciting home grown GA acts precedes the sold-out grand opening weekend on July 7th and 8th (Josh Turner and Ricky Skaggs, respectively), and, in the future, the campus will welcome other chart topping, renowned national acts year-round.

In 2022, Notes Live, Inc. announced its expansion into emerging markets, including Colorado Springs, CO; Gainesville, GA; and Murfreesboro, TN. The company prides itself on identifying regions with vibrant, growing populations but lacking high-quality music and entertainment venues. Their commitment to offering premium concert experiences with exceptional sound and sightlines, as well as elevated food and beverage options, has earned them recognition. Two Notes Live venues were named in Billboard’s “2022 New and Renovated Venues List,” and JW Roth, the founder of Notes Live, was honored as a “VenuesNow 2022 All Star.”

 

About Notes Live Notes Live, founded by Colorado Springs-based entrepreneur JW Roth, is the rapidly growing live-entertainment company that by the end of 2023 will be operating a half dozen large and mid-sized premium music venues across the West and South. The company identifies areas with growing populations but a dearth of high-quality music and entertainment venues and offers premium concert experiences, complete with unbeatable sound and sightlines as well as elevated food and beverage options. It currently boasts a Colorado Springs entertainment campus with the Boot Barn Hall concert venue, Bourbon Brothers restaurant, and Notes Live music and social bar and will have launched similar locations in Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, and Texas by the end of 2023, as well as the company’s crown jewel: The Sunset, a technically advanced, 8,000-person open-air amphitheater in Colorado Springs that will host the largest touring acts in the country.

For more on Notes Live, contact Mark Satlof (msatlof@shorefire.com) or Hannah Schwartz (hschwartz@shorefire.com) at Shore Fire Media.

June 29, 2023 – Music venue and hospitality company Notes Live has inked a deal with global entertainment presenter AEG Presents for the forthcoming $55,000,000 outdoor music coliseum Sunset Amphitheater in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Under the terms of the deal, The Sunset will present roughly 40 concerts every year in an 8,000-person state of the art open-air amphitheater in the entertainment-rich Polaris Pointe development. In a true owner-operator partnership, AEG Presents will exclusively book the acts and run day-to-day operations while Notes Live will continue to own the venue. The unique terms of the ten-year agreement underscore the exceptional nature of this collaboration. The agreement is a ten-year term. Construction on The Sunset is already underway, on schedule to open in 2024.

“I can’t express the magnitude of our excitement as we embark on this incredible journey alongside AEG Presents. This partnership not only solidifies and validates our business model but also represents a truly exceptional alliance. Anytime you can do business with an Anschutz company, it’s an honor.” said Notes Live CEO JW Roth.

Brent Fedrizzi, Co-President & COO, AEG Presents Rocky Mountains, added ““We are looking forward to bringing World Class entertainment to Colorado Springs with the addition of the Sunset Amphitheater and our new partnership with J.W. Roth and his team at Notes Live. This entertainment destination will be a crown jewel in the community, for artists and fans to enjoy for years to come.”

Named last fall to Billboard’s “Venues to Watch” list, The Sunset will host some of the largest touring acts in the country in style and comfort on the same campus as Notes Live’s current mid-sized music venue Boot Barn Hall. Designed by industry renowned architects, The Sunset will offer an unparalleled view of the sun setting over Pikes Peak, America’s mountain, right behind the stage as each concert begins, flanked by the United States Air Force Academy stadium on the left and the iconic Air Force chapel on the right, as well as amenities like 92 VIP luxury firepit suites, and a $20,000,000 signature fine dining seafood and chophouse with a magnificent rooftop bar, carrying over 150 of the rarest bourbons in the world.

Notes Live has plans to begin construction in a half dozen markets by the end of 2023 or early 2024, with expansions to six additional markets planned over the next five years.

In 2022, Notes Live, Inc. announced new music and entertainment complexes in the emerging markets of Colorado Springs, CO; Gainesville, GA and Murfreesboro, TN. The company identifies markets in regions with growing populations but a dearth of high-quality music and entertainment venues, and offers premium concert experiences, complete with unbeatable sound and sightlines as well as elevated food and beverage offerings. In addition to having two Notes Live venues named to Billboard’s “2022 New and Renovated Venues List,” JW Roth was named a “VenuesNow 2022 All Star.”

ABOUT NOTES LIVE, Inc.

Notes Live, founded by Colorado Springs-based entrepreneur JW Roth, is the rapidly growing live-entertainment company that by the end of 2023 will be operating a half dozen large and mid-sized premium music venues across the West and South. The company identifies areas with growing populations but a dearth of high-quality music and entertainment venues and offers premium concert experiences, complete with unbeatable sound and sightlines as well as elevated food and beverage options. It currently boasts a Colorado Springs entertainment campus with the Boot Barn Hall concert venue, Bourbon Brothers restaurant, and Notes Live music and social bar and will have launched similar locations in Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, and Texas by the end of 2023, as well as the company’s crown jewel: The Sunset, a technically advanced, 8,000-person open-air amphitheater in Colorado Springs that will host the largest touring acts in the country. https://noteslive.vip/

ABOUT AEG PRESENTS

Combining the power of the live event with a focus on true artist development, AEG Presents is a world leader in the music and entertainment industries. Operating across four continents, the company has an unparalleled commitment to artistry, creativity, and community. Its tentpole festivals and multi-day music events — which include the iconic Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival and the legendary New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival alongside British Summer Time at Hyde Park, Stagecoach, Hangout Festival, Electric Forest, and Firefly — continue to set the bar for the live music experience. AEG Presents promotes global tours for artists such as The Rolling Stones, Ed Sheeran, Elton John, Taylor Swift, Celine Dion, Justin Bieber, Kenny Chesney, Paul McCartney, and Katy Perry, in addition to — through its network of clubs, theatres, arenas, stadiums and renowned partner brands such as Goldenvoice, Messina Touring Group, Concerts West, The Bowery Presents, PromoWest Productions, Marshall Arts, Madison House Presents, and Zero Mile Presents — creating and developing an unmatched infrastructure for artist development and audience reach. More information can be found at www.aegpresents.com.

For more on Notes Live, contact Mark Satlof (msatlof@shorefire.com) or Hannah Schwartz (hschwartz@shorefire.com) at Shore Fire Media.

For AEG Presents, contact Dennis Dennehy (ddennehy@aegpresents.com).