If you’re a fan of the TV show “Nashville” and you’re looking for some other shows that are just as good, well, let me tell ya, I got a few suggestions for ya. Now, don’t expect any fancy talk here, I’m just gonna tell you straight, like I would to my neighbor while hangin’ clothes on the line. These shows are all about music, drama, and heart, just like “Nashville,” so you’ll feel right at home.
1. “Smash”
If you loved the music and drama mix in “Nashville,” then you should give “Smash” a go. It’s got all them Broadway-style tunes, and let me tell ya, it’ll make ya tap your feet just like a good ol’ country song. It’s about a bunch of folks tryin’ to make it big in New York City, with all kinds of ups and downs in the music biz. It don’t have country music, no, but it’s got that same heartfelt struggle and drama that keeps you comin’ back for more.
2. “The Voice”
Now, this one’s a bit different, but still full of heart. If you like watchin’ people sing and gettin’ all emotional like they do on “Nashville,” you’ll like “The Voice.” It’s a competition where folks from all over come and sing their hearts out, hopin’ to make it big. You don’t get all the drama with a band and everything, but you sure get the emotions, that’s for sure.
3. “Empire”
This here’s a show about a big music empire, with a family at the heart of it. Ain’t no country tunes here, but if you’re into all that drama about power and family, it’ll keep you on the edge of your seat just like “Nashville.” The music’s different, but the drama? Oh honey, it’s got that in spades. There’s fightin’, love, betrayal, and all the stuff that makes a good show, just like the wild ride you get on “Nashville.”
4. “Hart of Dixie”
If you want somethin’ with a little more southern charm, like “Nashville,” then “Hart of Dixie” might be right up your alley. It’s set in a small town down south, with a doctor who’s tryin’ to figure out life while dealin’ with all them colorful folks in town. It don’t have the same music focus, but it sure has that sweet southern feel that makes you feel like you’re right back in Nashville.
5. “Country Music” (Documentary)
Now, if you’re lookin’ for somethin’ that’s got the real deal, this here documentary series called “Country Music” will give you a deep dive into the history of country music, its stars, and how it all came to be. It don’t have the same drama as “Nashville,” but if you like the music part of it, this one’s a real treat. You’ll learn about all the legends, and it might just make you appreciate that ol’ country music even more.
6. “CMT’s Nashville” (The Revival)
Now, if you haven’t already seen the “Nashville” show from the start, or maybe you wanna watch it again, let me remind ya that after ABC dropped it, CMT picked it up and gave it a new life. They brought it back for a couple more seasons, so you can keep watchin’ all the twists and turns of Rayna James, Deacon, and the rest of the gang as they navigate their crazy lives in country music. You won’t be disappointed, I promise ya that!
7. “Queer Eye”
This one might seem a little odd to put on a list like this, but hear me out. If you like the heart and soul that shows like “Nashville” bring to the table, then “Queer Eye” has got a lot of that. It’s all about helpin’ people change their lives, and the feel-good moments are just as good as any country ballad. Plus, you might get a tear in your eye now and then. You know how it is—sometimes, life’s hard, but a little love and support can change everything.
8. “Big Sky”
If you like a good ol’ mystery mixed in with some drama, “Big Sky” is a show you might wanna check out. It’s got crime, it’s got secrets, and it’s got that same kind of intensity that keeps you hooked, just like “Nashville” does with all the back-and-forth drama. It’s got a different vibe, but it’s still full of all those twists and turns that’ll keep ya up at night.
9. “This Is Us”
Now, this one ain’t got music, but if you like family drama and heartfelt moments, you’ll find a lot to love about “This Is Us.” It’s a show about a big ol’ family, their struggles, their joys, and everything in between. It’s got that deep emotional pull that’ll make you laugh and cry, just like the good parts of “Nashville” do.
10. “One Tree Hill”
If you liked “Nashville” for all the young folks tryin’ to make it big in the music world, then “One Tree Hill” might hit home for ya. It’s got a lot of music, a lot of drama, and a lot of love stories. It’s a little bit of everything, and it’s real easy to get sucked into. So, if you’re lookin’ for something similar, this might just be the right pick.
So, there ya go, darlin’. Ten shows that’ll keep ya entertained if you’re missin’ the drama and the music of “Nashville.” There’s somethin’ for everyone here, whether you like a bit of mystery, a good love story, or just want to hear some good ol’ country tunes. Don’t be shy, go ahead and give these shows a watch—you might just find a new favorite!
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