NASHVILLE, TN--(Marketwired - Jan 29, 2016) - America's leading artist career/artist development organization PCG Nashville (www.pcgnashville.com) has been hired by Opry Mills, Tennessee's largest outlet and value retail shopping destination, to launch the entertainment initiative "Opry Mills Unplugged."

Helping take the live entertainment at Opry Mills (www.oprymills.com) to an exciting new level, PCG Nashville will select and manage the performers featured at Opry Mills' indoor stage.

"It's important to us to provide quality, live entertainment for our guests to enjoy while at Opry Mills," said Jad Murphy, general manager of Opry Mills. "We want to do our part in giving visitors the true 'Music City' experience, and we are proud to be working with PCG Nashville to make that happen."

Since launching PCG Nashville (www.pcgnashville.com) in 2008, industry veteran Bernard Porter has changed the lives and fortunes of hundreds of established, new and up-and-coming musicians and artists across a wide spectrum of genres. His clients have been featured on "The Voice," "Good Morning America," "American Idol" and other shows.

"We are excited to explore other talent opportunities within the Simon mall properties to broaden our reach in helping and educating artists nationwide," said music veteran and Founder/CEO of PCG Nashville, Bernard Porter.

Artists interested in being considered for Opry Mills Unplugged must complete the form on PCG Nashville's website. Artists must audition before being selected. The audition and selection process is managed entirely by PCG Nashville.

The stage is located in the entertainment wing of the shopping center between Claim Jumper and the Aquarium Restaurant.

Located seven miles from downtown Nashville, Opry Mills features a great collection of fashion-forward stores such as Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Coach, Cole Haan, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH, Forever 21, NIKE Factory Store, Gap Outlet, Lucky Brand Outlet and Bass Pro Shops. Opry Mills' famous Entertainment Stage and Tennessee Treasures play area further enhance the family shopping experience. 

PCG Nashville's agreement to participate is with Opry Mills' owner, Simon Malls, a global leader in retail real estate ownership, management and development.

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