Shooter Jennings – by Jessica Blankenship Shooter Jennings is no stranger to Kentucky. In fact, he is an advocate for some of Kentucky’s local singers, including Lexington’s Fifth on the Floor. He has had several projects over the last few years, but lately he has made a bold statement with
Read MoreIn the hills of eastern Kentucky and throughout the Appalachian regional, coal mining has been a way of life for many. It has been part of our heritage for many years. One of the predominate themes has always been Coal – It Keeps the Lights On. Families of coal miners
Read MoreBlackberry Smoke – by Jessica Blankenship Over the summer breezes blew in the southern sounds of country rock Sunday night at the PNC Pavilion in Cincinnati. No stranger to Ohio or Kentucky, Jamey Johnson, along with Blackberry Smoke brought in a night of entertainment to country music fans in attendance.
Read MoreGator presents Ashton Shepherd certificate for beinga Kentucky Colonel – photo by Jessica Blankenship Frankfort, Kentucky was blessed with an intimate concert by country music singer, Ashton Shepherd on Saturday night. Thanks to 400 fans who clicked to “Demand Ashton” with a special contest, the city won to host the
Read MoreJamey Johnson – by Jessica Blankenship Deep the rural communities throughout Kentucky, one song could signify what is happening not only in the bluegrass state, but throughout the United States. You can’t make a good living these days Cause the truth just won’t sell So if you go out my
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Joe Bonsall – Photo by Jarrett Gaza “Music marks the passing of time.” That is very relevant to an everlasting career of the Oak Ridge Boys as they prepare for their annual Kentucky State Fair outing come August 20th. For over 35 years, the Oak Ridge Boys have stood on the stage at both
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Willie Nelson by Jessica Bray Father’s Day was a day of celebration of music and family relationships. Just down the road from Kentucky, the Country Throwdown Tour Stop in Knoxville had an abundance of family on and off stage. Headlining the series was legendary performer Willie Nelson. His son Lukas
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Charlie Starr of Blackberry Smoke – by Jessica Bray Blackberry Smoke fried up some southern country rock soul just like the chicken served on their plates earlier at Renfro Valley Entertainment Center in Kentucky on Saturday night. Fans in the crowd were treated to the sights and sounds of honest
Read MoreIt all started with a song. Back in March of 2010, the Blind Boys of Alabama were being honored by the Alabama Music Hall of Fame. That same night, country music star, Jamey Johnson, was also being honored. During a moment that night, Jamey walked out on stage with the
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