Last night was almost a homecoming for Sturgill Simpson, who was born in Breathitt County, but raised in nearby Versailles, Kentucky. It had been over 3 years since Sturgill had played in Lexington. Back then, it was to rooms with a few hundred. However, after three albums released and worldwide
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In the first few months of 2016, it appears as though the talent out of Nashville was drying up. Then two young men came together to record their first single, “Let the Rain Come Down,” that poured out a much needed sound to a music fan’s ears. The Steel Woods
Read MoreTwenty seven years ago today, country music lost the legendary Keith Whitley. He was just 33 years old, but he left his footprint on the hearts of many in country music, even to this day. The Sandy Hook, Kentucky native had 19 singles that charted on the Billboard Country Music
Read MoreWynonna Judd at Unbridled Eve – photo by Leslie Meyer Last night, the Fifth Annual Unbridled Eve Gala was held at the Galt House in Louisville, Kentucky. The Official Kentucky Derby Event is an exclusive star-studded gala which draws local and national business leaders, horse racing industry professionals and celebrities
Read MoreRenfro Valley 2016 Schedule Renfro Valley is back and excited for 2016 as this year marks Renfro Valley’s 77th season of great classic country, southern gospel and mountain bluegrass. For the first time ever, patrons can enjoy one of the great Renfro Valley original shows and their favorite country music
Read MoreCountry Music Hall of Fame Rotunda – Photo by Jessica Bray Yesterday the Country Music Hall of Fame announced their 2016 inductee class. The newest members include Charlie Daniels, Randy Travis, and Fred Foster. While all three are deserving of the honor, there are some that many feel are left
Read MoreCrystal Gayle – photo by Rick Diamond/Getty Images Today, the Academy of Country Music announced Crystal Gayle, Tanya Tucker, and The Statler Brothers will be honored with the Cliffie Stone Pioneer Award during the 10th Annual ACM Honors, an evening dedicated to recognizing the special honorees and off-camera category winners
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George Jones Gravesite – photo by Jessica Bray When you think of Nashville, you think of the sights and sounds of tourist attractions. However, what lies beneath the city are those country music legends that are no longer with us today. There are several cemeteries throughout Nashville that welcome fans
Read MoreYesterday and today, the town of Paintsville, Kentucky, was full of buzz thanks to a bearded man and his wife. Chris Stapleton and Ram Trucks teamed up with ACM Lifting Lives when Stapleton visited his hometown, Paintsville, KY hometown for two concerts in the Johnson Central High School gym. During
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