Nightfall Headliner Spotlight: Nick Lutsko & The $100k Band

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Nick Lutsko launches Cuatro de Lutsko at this week’s Nightfall. Randy Steele and The High Cold Wind kick things off this Friday at 7 PM.

This week’s Nightfall Music Series show in downtown Chattanooga is more than just another concert; it marks the beginning of Cuatro de Lutsko, a four-part live music celebration hosted by local songwriter, comedian, and multi-instrumentalist Nick Lutsko and the 100k Band.

Joining the lineup is Chattanooga’s own Randy Steele and the High Cold Wind, who will kick off the evening at 7:00 pm with high-energy bluegrass tunes.

Cuatro de Lutsko

Cuatro de Lutsko is a two-day event that begins with Friday’s free show at Nightfall Music Series in Miller Park on August 16th.

After Nightfall, head down MLK Blvd. to JJ’s Bohemia for part two, where Jakey Lutsko opens, and Nick Lutsko headlines with a full performance of his 2020 album Songs on the Computer.

The event continues on Saturday, August 17th, with two shows at Barking Legs Theatre. The first, an unplugged acoustic set at 1:00 pm, includes a VIP meet-and-greet. The second is a special Saturday night performance featuring musical comedy from Nick, Desmond, Cowboy Jon, Greezy Rick, and other special guests.

While the Nightfall performance is free, the other three shows of Cuatro de Lutsko require separate tickets, available for purchase here.

Lutsko noted that all proceeds from this weekend’s event will go toward funding music videos for his upcoming album.

Nick Lutsko is a multi-talented artist known for his absurdist, surreal music videos and sketches that satirize political figures, pop culture, and more. With a knack for writing catchy songs, Lutsko has built a large online following, amassing millions of views on YouTube, Instagram, and Spotify. He has released five full-length albums and three EPs, drawing tens of millions of streams across platforms.

Check out Lutsko’s hilarious and bizarre “Fall Time in Tennessee” below.

He has released five full length albums and three EPs, amassing tens of millions of streams across multiple platforms.

A graduate of Middle Tennessee State University, Lutsko has long called Chattanooga home, filming many of his music videos in and around town. His work is a testament to his boundless imagination, wit, and ability to create unsolicited works for brands like Spirit Halloween.

On stage, Lutsko will be joined by his $100k bandmates, including Eric “Greezy Rick” Parham and “Cowboy Jon” Elliot, who add their own flair to his already eccentric performances.

Follow Nick Lutsko: Instagram | Spotify | Apple Music

Opener Randy Steele and the High Cold Wind

Randy Steele, an award-winning Chattanooga songwriter and banjo player, opens the night with his band, The High Cold Wind.

Known for his compelling storytelling and introspective lyrics, Steele’s music blends character-driven narratives with his personal reflections, all set to traditional bluegrass rhythms.

He recently debuted on the syndicated bluegrass show Red Barn Radio.

Watch his performance below.

Randy Steele “A Golden Smile” (Live on Red Barn Radio)

Steele has toured the U.S. and Europe, sharing lineups with Yonder Mountain String Band and Greensky Bluegrass. A semi-finalist in American Songwriter’s Song of the Year competition, he balances his music career with his role as a Chattanooga firefighter.

The High Cold Wind features Fiddlin’ Faye Petree, a regional fiddle legend, Tyler Martelli of Strung Like a Horse on acoustic guitar, multi-instrumental champion John Boulware on mandolin, and Justin Hupp of Slim Pickins Bluegrass on upright bass.

Follow Randy Steele: Instagram | Spotify | Apple Music

Nightfall Event Details

Nightfall is a free, all ages weekly concert series that runs from May through August in Miller Plaza in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

All Nightfall shows are rain or shine! Nothing stops this free weekly music fest.

Don’t forget, Nightfall now offers happy hour drink specials from 5:30 to 6:30, making it the perfect start to your weekend.

Friday, August 16th, Nightfall at Miller Plaza, 850 Market Street, Chattanooga, TN 7:00pm // See our Nightfall Music Series spotlight for more info.

Find more concerts in and around Chattanooga at our concert calendar.