Live Nation has just inked a multi-year exclusive booking deal with The Basement East in Nashville. Under this new venture, Richard Sloven will join Live Nation Nashville as a Talent Buyer/Promoter.

"For decades, co-owners Dave Brown and Mike Grimes have fueled the Nashville live music scene,” said Brian Traeger, Live Nation Tennessee Pres. He continues, “Over the last two years, along with General Manager Tara Charles and [Sloven], they have successfully raised the bar in all areas at The Basement East, from programming and customer service to aesthetics and acoustics.”

Grimes of The Basement East adds, “We are very excited to be partnering in this joint venture with Live Nation. With Richard Sloven continuing his role at ‘The Beast,’ we are certain it will serve all involved and bring even more amazing live music to the Nashville community.”

The Basement East opened its doors in 2015 and serves as the sister club to The Basement’s original 8th Avenue venue. We've still not received confirmation from Live Nation chief Michael Rapino on the “hot chicken for life” clause.