Today, as we look back on the year that was 2015, we share some good times, as well as shed some tears of some country music legends that we lost. Overall, there was a surge in new acts onto the country music scene, as well as a sense of urgency
Read MoreFor the second year, the Lexington Music Awards are seeking nominations for over 30 categories in the Lexington music community. The nominations are done exclusively online through Saturday, November 28th. To nominate, just head to the Lexington Music Awards voting site by clicking here. The goal of the Lexington Music
Read MorePhoto by Terry Wyatt/Getty Images Today, Billboard announced that Kentucky country music legend, Loretta Lynn, will be the recipient of the first-ever Women in Music Legend Award. The award honors Loretta Lynn’s historic contributions to the industry and artistry of American music. The honor will be presented at Billboard’s 2015
Read MoreCrystal Gayle’s legacy continues to have a lasting impact in her childhood hometown with the unveiling of a theater named in her honor and an exhibit profiling her iconic career. The Wabash County Historical Museum in Wabash, Indiana named its theater the “Crystal Gayle Theater” to honor her influence and
Read MoreThe Ameripolitan Music Awards acknowledges those Ameripolitan artists whose music honors tradition while demonstrating exceptional originality, creativity, and musicianship. Through their work, Ameripolitan music is now being defined. The Awards also acknowledge Ameripolitan DJs and venues that promote these artists and their music along with honoring a living legend who
Read MoreKentucky country music fans will enjoy this latest collaboration of John Conlee along with Lorraine Jordan & Carolina Road. For Lorraine’s latest project, “Country Grass,” they recorded “Common Man.” They also just released a new music video of the tune. After topping the Billboard country charts in 1983, “Common Man,”
Read MoreUnless you live under a rock with no access to the internet since last night, you perhaps are just finding out that Kentucky native Chris Stapleton made a huge impact on the CMA Awards. Not only did he win New Artist of the Year, but he took home the honors
Read MoreToday, country music singer TG Sheppard has released one of the best duet collections that preserve country music and gospel music heritage. With “Legendary Friends & Country Duets,”country music fans receive a musical journey that has been many years in the making. TG Sheppard recently spoke with Kentucky Country Music
Read MoreBerea College will always hold a special place in my life as I graduated from there. As a student, I worked in the Appalachian Center and assisted in organizing the Celebration of Tradition Music. Here is some news on one of the convocations and the special sound archives project.Berea College
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