Melvin Goins of the Goins Brothers, Lorrie Morgan and Jesse Keith Whitley in memory of Keith Whitley, Larnell Harris, John Michael Montgomery, Steve Wariner, and Patty Loveless are the 2011 Class of the KY Music Hall of Fame. By Jessica Bray Kentucky’s finest musicians gathered at the Lexington Center in
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“In the deep dark hills of eastern Kentucky, That’s the place where I trace my bloodline…” is sung with deep emotion from one of country music’s legendary female performers, Patty Loveless. Come Thursday, she will add Kentucky Music Hall of Fame into her list of achievements. For over 25 years,
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“If I should stay, I would only be in your way…” starts the song that just about anyone in any genre of music knows. Dolly Parton’s “I Will Always Love You” has always held a special place in my heart. Even more so, it was the song that she dedicated
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One of my favorite county music female singers would have to be Tammy Wynette. I remember as a little girl listening to her on the radio and I would sit there singing along. In 6th grade, the teacher had us to write a letter to someone we’ve always wanted to
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A painter creates with a paint brush. A carpenter creates with wood. A songwriter creates with a pen and a story in mind. Some of my favorite tunes would have to be those that speak of emotion. One of my favorite songwriters, singers, performers to see live is Jamey Johnson.
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The Roys – photo by Anthony Ladd Blending harmonies with family ties describes the hot country-bluegrass duo, The Roys. The duo composed of siblings Lee Roy and Elaine Roy, they have gained attention to those in both bluegrass and country music. Their latest release, “Lonesome Whistle,” is sure to be
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Blake Shelton – Photo by Jessica Blankenship Sunday night was sizzling in Corbin, Kentucky at the Arena with Blake Shelton, Chris Young, and Steel Magnolia. Fans of all ages took part of the concert that was mixed with a full range of emotions. Starting off things was Steel Magnolia, winners
Read MoreCraig Wayne Boyd – photo by Jessica Blankenship Growing up in Mesquite, Texas, Craig Wayne Boyd knew he was born to play music. At a young age, the blend of being raised in a Pentecostal church and attending bluegrass shows was felt deep in his soul. He began playing in
Read MoreRandy Houser – by Jessica Blankenship Dim the lights. Turn up the smoke. Crank up the tunes. The sounds of AC/DC fill the air as the crowd gets riled up. In walks in the band and soon a tall dark haired southern boy with a country swagger steps up to
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