Kentucky Transportation Cabinet officials have added Chris Stapleton to the sign as travelers go into Johnson County, Kentucky. From the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Highway District Office 12: “We were privileged to meet with Chris Stapleton on Saturday evening before his show in Pikeville to present him with a replica sign
Read MoreKentucky country music fans will be excited to hear that Loretta Lynn will be releasing a new album. “Wouldn’t It Be Great,” the new album from Loretta Lynn, highlights The Queen of Country Music’s original songwriting, as sharp as ever since her early days as a musical trailblazer in the
Read MoreKentucky Music Hall of Fame Officials and local official cut the ribbon for the Open House. Photo by Jessica Bray Just a year ago, it had seemed as though that the doors of the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame and Museum would be closed forever. However, with the partnership of
Read MoreKentucky country music legend and banjo picker, Lily May Ledford Today marks the 100th birthday of Lily May Ledford. She was born on March 17, 1917 in Pilot, Kentucky. She began her career in music after being discovered at a talent contest in Chicago by John Lair. Mr. Lair was
Read MoreTwenty-eight years ago, in 1990, the Kentucky Headhunters released “Dumas Walker” as a follow-up to their successful “Walk Softly On This Heart of Mine.” With the music video being aired on CMT, music fans wanted to know more about the man, myth, and legend of Dumas Walker. What many do
Read MoreKentucky native Sturgill Simpson won the Grammy Award for Best Country Album for his critically acclaimed “A Sailor’s Guide to Earth.” The award was presented during the pre-telecast of the awards. Below is Sturgill Simpson’s acceptance speech: “Like six years ago, I was in Utah working on the railroad, writing
Read MoreGeorge Molton with his personalized guitar from Austin City Saloon. Photo by Reda Floyd Thirty five years ago, Austin City Saloon in Lexington, Kentucky, opened its doors. Each weekend, they have entertained central Kentucky with pure honky tonk music live on stage. This past weekend, they hosted their 2nd Hall
Read MoreEach year as we grow older, it seems like we have a hard time with finding that perfect gift for loved ones, coworkers, and friends. Hopefully with our 2016 Holiday Gift Guide, you will be able to find the perfect gift. We strive to seek out locally made products from
Read MoreCheck out Kelsey Waldon’s new album “I’ve Got a Way” There is a rumble down in Nashville with an uprising of the true sounds of country music. Surprisingly, females such as Lindi Ortega and Margo Price have been getting noticed for bringing the reminiscent sounds of traditional country music. Hailing
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