For over 45 years, Karl Shannon has been one of the most recognizable voices on the radio airwaves. With his legendary career, he could write multiple books on what he has seen and heard behind the microphone. It all began when Karl Shannon left college after one year and took a job working at WSAC at Fort Knox in 1972. … Read More ›
Loretta Lynn fans will be happy to know that she has provided information on her new album that will be released September 28, 2018. Earlier this week, Loretta posted on her official Facebook page about the new album, “Wouldn’t It Be Great,” which is also the first single off of the album. According to her Facebook page, Loretta Lynn notes, … Read More ›
A new special exhibit at the Birthplace of Country Music Museum captures moments at Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion music festival with photographs taken by fans and festivalgoers. Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion Through Your Eyes is a juried exhibit filled with images that show the many sides of the festival. “This exhibit is truly special because it came out … Read More ›
More than 1,200 people packed the James E. Bruce Convention Center for the thirteenth annual Brice Long and Friends Back to Back Foundation Benefit Concert held Saturday in Hopkinsville, KY. Foundation Chairman Brent Gilkey announced the concert, which is the primary fundraiser for the foundation, continues to grow and shattered last year’s total by raising $91,900. Brice Long and Mark … Read More ›
On early Saturday morning, Herman Webb passed away after a serious illness at the age of 83. Born September 3, 1934 in Johnson County, Kentucky, Webb was the son of the late Melvin “Ted” Webb and Clara Marie (Ramey) Webb. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Patsy Jean (Blevins) Webb; and three brothers: … Read More ›
Kentucky State Representative Jill York is set to dedicate a section of the US-23 Country Music Highway on Friday to The Voice (Season 8 / Team Blake) contestant Kelsie May. Kelsie is a native of the eastern Kentucky, and has been building a steady following over the past four years since her national television debut on NBC. “Kelsie is an … Read More ›
This morning, the IBMA Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame Class of 2018 was announced with 3 having Kentucky ties. East Kentucky natives, Ricky Skaggs, Tom T. Hall and his late wife, Dixie Hall, will join Paul Williams into the prestigious Hall of Fame. They will be officially inducted on Thursday, September 27 in Raleigh, NC at the International Bluegrass Music … Read More ›
The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum will take a fresh look at the story of The Judds—mother Naomi and daughter Wynonna—using rare artifacts, original manuscripts, unpublished photos and keepsake costumes in an exhibit titled The Judds: Dream Chasers. The exhibit opens Aug. 10, 2018 and continues through July 14, 2019. The exhibit will follow the popular duo from … Read More ›
Amidst a successful premier show, ACM-nominated country duo Halfway to Hazard has announced an ongoing Nashville-based residency at Analog in the Hutton Hotel. The monthly series, “Halfway to Hazard & Friends,” kicked off Tuesday, July 10, with not only a performance by bandmates Chad Warrix and David Tolliver, but the duo also surprised the audience with special guests Chris Young, … Read More ›
Gracey Holler Music has released the first single from the label’s upcoming album, Songs from Lyon County with an emotional rendering of “When I Leave Kentucky.” Featuring guest vocalists IBMA award-winner Bradley Walker and rising star Holly Pitney, the single is available for purchase on CD Baby. The single was produced by Dennis Duff and Cody Kilby (who also plays guitar … Read More ›