DOORS: 6 PM
SHOW: 7 PM
GA: $20
21+
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Country Music’s top songwriters live from Analog at The Hutton Hotel!
Southern Rounds brings Nashville’s top songwriters to the stage at Analog for an intimate night of country music’s biggest hits—performed by the ones who wrote them. Hear the stories behind the songs from the voices that crafted them, in a one-of-a-kind showcase of talent, heart, and storytelling. Experience the music like never before, straight from the source, in an unforgettable evening of songs, stories, and Southern soul.
FEBRUARY 11, 2026 – SOUTHERN ROUNDS
Nashville’s premier songwriter show, Southern Rounds, returns to ANALOG in Nashville on February 11 with a stellar lineup. The evening features H. Jack Williams, Don Poythress, and Dave Gibson are taking the stage at 7 PM. Audiences will hear the stories behind some of country music’s most beloved songs—made famous by Bonnie Raitt, Willie Nelson, Luke Combs, Toby Keith, and Montgomery Gentry. Kurt Ozan joins the artists on dobro, adding to an unforgettable night of music and storytelling.
H. JACK WILLIAMS
Jack’s first publishing deal was with The Who. After that, Ken Hensley, the leader of rock legends Uriah Heep, signed Jack to his publishing company, where Jack had five of his songs recorded by Uriah Heep. Later, one of Jack’s songs Send Me an Angel was cut by the southern rock band Blackfoot on their Siogo album. In 1988, Jack moved to Nashville, where he had two of his songs Seasons & Everybody Wins recorded by The Oak Ridge Boys. Jack then co-wrote Just Before the Bullets Fly with Warren Haynes, and that was recorded by Gregg Allman. A few years later, blues legend Son Seals recorded the same song, and along with that, it was also featured in the film Renegades.
From there Without You a song Jack wrote with Don Poythress, was cut by Lance Miller (Warner Bros). Late in 2012, Ira Dean cut one of Jack’s songs, Back That Truck Up on Kentucky indie band Borrowed Blue, and Josh Pruno, who is signed to Tracy Lawrence’s label, released one of Jack’s songs, Cutoffs to radio and reached #1 on Nashville Renegade Radio for three weeks. The Little River Band cut a song of Jack’s, You Dream, I’ll Drive and released it to country radio.
In 2014, Jack had his song recorded by two different major Australian artists, Adam Eckersley and Adam Brand, both of whom have released Jack’s songs as radio singles.
Nashville producer Michael Knox cut one of Jack’s songs on a Montgomery Gentry and Black Stone Cherry rock duet. Canadian Duo of the year, The Washboard Union, recorded one of Jack’s songs called I’ll Go Mine and Canadian Country artist Aaron Pritchett took one of Jack’s songs, Dirt Road in ’em, to number 5 on the Canadian Country Billboard Charts. Movie Legend Kevin Costner has also recorded 5 of Jack’s songs, and one that Kevin’s daughter Lily is singing, called Heaven’s Gate, featured in the TV show Yellowstone, and on a Kevin Costner and Modern West EP called Tales of Yellowstone. Since then, Jack has released two albums of his music, and the latest, Something about Hope, featured his friends Kevin Costner, Dave Gibson, John Fusco, W. Earl Brown, Duane Allen, and Ward Davis.https://www.hjackwilliamsmusic.com
DON POYTHRESS
Don Poythress was born in Meridian, Mississippi, but has lived and worked in Nashville since 1986. He has penned songs that have been recorded by Willie Nelson, Bonnie Raitt, Sheryl Crow, Tim McGraw, Daryll Worley, Sir Cliff Richard, Brian Littrell(Backstreet Boys), Lincoln Brewster, Blake Shelton, Earl Scruggs, Kari Jobe, Philips Craig and Dean, Jake Owen, andJason Crabb, among many others.
His song A Little More Country Than That, recorded by Easton Corbin, went to #1 and was nominated for CMA and ACM Song of the Year. And Kelly Pickler had a hit with Things That Never Cross A Man’s Mind. Other recent singles include Jake Owen’s Tell Me and The Henningsens’ I Miss You.
His Dove Award-winning Song The Promise as sung by The Martins, was awarded top recorded song in the Southern Gospel Category in 2004. He also won a 2011 Dove award for Jason Crabb’s version of “Joseph” in the Inspirational Song of the Year category. And his third Dove Award was for Karen Peck and New River’s “Revival” in the Southern Gospel Category.
Don is also known as a performer in his own right, appearing on such stages as the Grand Ole Opry, The Ryman Auditorium, The Louisiana Hayride, and a regular performer at The Bluebird Café. He has taught songwriting workshops at Vanderbilt University, Belmont University, Nashville Songwriters Association International, BMI, ASCAP, The Christian Musician Summit, and many other places. His latest album with Integrity Hossanna! entitled Wash Away, included guest artists Ricky Skaggs, Paul Baloche, Susan Ashton, and Jared Anderson. Don has been blessed to be the worship leader at Abundant Life Church in Mt. Juliet Tn for the last 30 years.
DAVE GIBSON
The Songwriting Maestro of Country Music, Dave Gibson, is an iconic figure in American country music, renowned for his exceptional songwriting talent. Gibson’s songs, characterized by their soulful lyrics and enchanting melodies, have been performed by some of the biggest names in the industry, including Alabama, Tanya Tucker, Montgomery Gentry, Conway Twitty, Pam Tillis, Steve Wariner, and many others.
Born in El Dorado, Arkansas, and raised in Odessa, Texas, Gibson’s roots in the heartland of America played a significant role in shaping his musical style. His journey to the hub of country music, Nashville, Tennessee, began in 1982. This marked a turning point in his career, as he was soon to leave an indelible imprint on the country music scene. In Nashville, Gibson held a publishing contract with a company owned by The Oak Ridge Boys. His songwriting prowess quickly caught the attention of prominent artists and led to collaborations that produced many chart-topping country hits.
From 1990 to 1994, Gibson showcased his musical versatility as the frontman of the Gibson/Miller Band. Not only did he captivate audiences with his soulful voice, but he also penned many of the band’s hits, including High Rollin’, Texas Tattoo, Red, White, and Blue Collar, and Stone Cold Country. The band received the ACM award for Best New Group or Duo in 1993. He’s also won six BMI awards, two NSAI awards, and was nominated for a Grammy. But for him, this is just the beginning. Gibson’s portfolio of written songs is nothing short of impressive. His notable works include Alabama’s Jukebox in My Mind, Tanya Tucker’s If It Don’t Come Easy, and Confederate Railroad’s Queen of Memphis and Daddy Never Was the Cadillac Kind. Gibson’s songs have a unique ability to resonate with listeners, often exploring themes of love, loss, and the quintessential country lifestyle. Among his contributions to the country music scene, Gibson also co-wrote Joe Diffie’s Ships That Don’t Come In, Pam Tillis’ Do You Know Where Your Man Is, and Conway Twitty’s House on Old Lonesome Road. Montgomery Gentry had their first #1 hit with his song Lonely and Gone, which further demonstrated his knack for creating deeply emotional and relatable music.
Whether on an intimate stage or in front of a roaring crowd, his magnetic stage presence and powerful voice command attention, creating an unforgettable experience for audiences. Dave’s genuine passion for music shines through every note, and his ability to connect with listeners on a personal level has made him a beloved performer. Over his more than 40-year career, his contributions to country music have left an indelible legacy and influenced countless aspiring songwriters through ‘the power of a song’.
Most recently, Dave’s iconic #1 song Ships That Don’t Come In, was recut and featured on the ‘Hixtape’ collection. Hixtape: Vol 3 was spearheaded by Hardy and Morgan Wallen of Big Loud Records and is sung by hitmakers Luke Combs and Toby Keith. It was the last song Toby Keith ever recorded before passing away in February of 2024 amid his battle with cancer. “I am honored to have had my song recorded by not only one legend in Joe Diffie, but two, including Toby Keith, both of whom passed too soon,” says Gibson. “Luke is surely a future Hall of Famer, and I couldn’t be prouder of the work they did to bring my song to a new generation of country music fans.” Dave is a force to be reckoned with in the world of country music. As we celebrate his contributions to country music, we look forward to the beautiful melodies and compelling stories that are yet to come from this gifted songwriter.
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Before the lights dim and the first note hits, indulge in an evening of elevated dining at Evelyn’s, where timeless American flavors meet a touch of Southern sophistication. As an Analog ticket holder, enjoy 15% off your meal—because a night of exceptional music deserves an equally refined prelude.