John Oates, Lzzy Hale, & The Traveling Wilburys: Previewing Nashville’s Biggest Supergroup Night with Andrew Leahey

"Five years is a serious run for a tribute show." Today, we are joined by our dear friend, singer-songwriter Andrew Leahey, to preview a milestone event in Music City: The 5th Annual East Nashville Tribute to The Traveling Wilburys. Coming to The Basement East on Friday, January 23, 2026, this year’s lineup is the biggest and most ambitious yet. From the "no-ego" philosophy of the original legends to the tight-knit community of East Nashville, Andrew takes us behind the curtain of how this "supergroup" comes together. We also share a poignant look back at the legacy of the late Raul Malo Jr. and the "A-ha" moment that turned this show into a permanent neighborhood staple. Inside the Episode: The Milestone: Reflecting on five years of Wilburys magic at The Basement East. The 2026 Lineup: Previewing sets from John Oates, Lzzy Hale, Joe Hottinger, Ketch Secor, Nicole Atkins, and more. The "Jeff Lynne" Role: How Andrew balances producing, hosting, and performing. Solo Cuts: Deciding which Tom Petty and George Harrison hits "fit" the Wilburys vibe. Remembering Raul: Honoring the memory of Raul Malo Jr. and his impact on this musical family. Music with a Mission: Why the partnership with East C.A.N. (Community Action Network) makes animal rescue the heart of this show. SHOW INFO & TICKETS: WHEN: Friday, January 23, 2026 | 8:00 PM CST WHERE: The Basement East | Nashville, TN TICKETS: https://www.thebasementnashville.com/tm-event/an-east-nashville-tribute-to-the-traveling-wilburys/ BENEFICIARY: A portion of proceeds benefits East C.A.N. CONNECT WITH THE GUEST: Andrew Leahey: https://andrewleaheymusic.com ___ Support The Show: Try Cheerios Protein! https://www.cheerios.com/shop-protein-bundle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices