It took just over 33 years after his passing, but Keith Whitley will be officially a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame. On Tuesday morning, Brooks & Dunn presented the 2022 Class, which also included music producer, Joe Galante, and rock and roller, Jerry Lee Lewis. Joe Galante,
Read MoreGrowing up in Kentucky, many memories evolved around the musical talents of The Judds. Wynonna Judd and Naomi Judd were a force to be reckoned with. The Ashland natives broke down doors to let their voices be heard down on Music Row and throughout their lives. They had their trials
Read MoreThe Kentucky Music Hall of Fame is proud to announce its upcoming 2022 Induction Ceremony to be held in Renfro Valley, KY on Friday, October 28th, 2022. This year’s inductee class is, as always, a very deserving group of individuals who have left an eternal impact on the music industry
Read MoreDuring all of their years as entertainers, GRAMMY® Award-winning southern rock, blues and country group The Kentucky Headhunters have never performed on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry. That all changes on Saturday, Dec. 4 when the boys from the Bluegrass State walk into the Opry’s hallowed wooden circle for the very first time. “I must say The
Read MoreIn the world of country music, there is no other person better known for his knack of telling a story through song like Tom T. Hall. On Friday, we lost the legendary singer-songwriter, storyteller, musician, mentor, and for many, a friend. If there is one thing about Tom T. Hall
Read MoreFive-time GRAMMY, nine-time CMA, and seven-time ACM Award-winning iconic duo, The Judds, will join Eddie Bayers, Ray Charles and Pete Drake as 2021 inductees into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Country Music has a long history of family ties, and the genre has never had another family like The Judds. One of the most successful duos
Read MoreIt is hard to imagine that 2021 marks the 50th anniversary of “Coal Miner’s Daughter,” the Loretta Lynn song that became a book, a feature film, and an indelible part of popular culture. Like so many other songs written by Lynn, the lyrics told the story of her life and
Read MoreWhen it comes to Kentucky songs, there is no one that haunts us more than “You’ll Never Leave Harlan Alive.” While many remember the Patty Loveless version of the song, they may not realize that it was written by Laurel County native, Darrell Scott. Most recently, the Kentucky Music Hall
Read MoreRyman Auditorium unveiled the latest addition to its Icon Walk this morning with a statue honoring American music icon Loretta Lynn. The detailed bronze likeness was added to the permanent outdoor exhibition on the historic venue’s grounds ensuring the profound musical innovator and country music trailblazer will forever remain part of the Soul of
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