Grand Ole Opry To Mark 20 Years Since Death Of Johnny Cash
The Grand Ole Opry is honoring the legacy of country legend Johnny Cash. A tribute to the Man in Black is planned on September 12th to recognize the 20th anniversary of his passing. The show will feature performances by Rodney Crowell, The Gatlin Brothers, The War and Treaty, and others. Tickets for the event are…
Hank Williams Jr.’s Boogie Bar
A Hank Williams Jr.-themed bar, dubbed Hank Williams Jr.’s Boogie Bar, is coming to Nashville’s Lower Broadway this fall. The three-level and rooftop establishment will lie between the Ernest Tubb Record Shop and AJ’s Good Time Bar.
Sara Evans is the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry.
The CMA and ACM Award winner was invited to join during her sold-out performance Thursday night at the Ryman Auditorium. The Opry’s longest-serving member, Bill Anderson, extended the invitation. Evans was also joined by fellow members Lady A and Carly Pearce. She’ll be officially inducted on Saturday, October 7th as part of the Opry’s 98th…
Covenant Benefit Concert Today In Nashville
The Grand Ole Opry is hosting an event today in support of the victims of the Covenant School shooting. Jason Aldean, Morgan Wallen, and Old Dominion are just a few of the artists who will perform. Proceeds will benefit The Covenant School Community Fund
And the horse she rode in on.
Tanya Tucker entered the Grand Ole Opry on horseback Friday, believed to be the first time in the show’s 97-year history that someone has ridden a horse onto the stage during an Opry broadcast. Tucker performed three songs from her new “Sweet Western Sound” album, released Friday, as well as a trio of hits. The…
Toby Keith Drops New EP, ‘America’
Toby Keith is releasing a six-song EP in honor of Memorial Day. The project, called ‘America,’ includes Keith’s most patriotic hits, including “Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue” and “American Soldier.” It’s out today.
Marty Stuart Sets Lineup For 20th Annual Late Night Jam.
Marty Stuart’s Late Night Jam returns to Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium on June 7 for CMA Fest week with several familiar faces from the Grand Ole Opry. Connie Smith, Gary Mule Deer, the Del McCoury Band and the Grand Ole Opry Square Dancers join Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives. Chapel Hart, Jake Worthington, Joe Walsh,…
Charley Pride Statue Added To Ryman’s Icon Walk.
Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium unveiled the latest addition to its “Icon Walk” on Wednesday, a statue of Charley Pride. The tribute to Pride sits alongside Loretta Lynn, Bill Monroe and “Little” Jimmy Dickens” near the entry to the historic venue. The Dickens and Monroe statues were unveiled in 2017, while Lynn’s was added in 2020.
Dolly Parton Kids Book Due Out April 25th
Country legend Dolly Parton is publishing a children’s book. It’s about her “god-dog,” Billy, and his struggles as he works toward success in Nashville. “Billy The Kid Makes It Big” is a picture book that tackles bullying, with Billy relying on friends to gain the confidence to keep chasing his dreams. It’s due to be…
Reba McEntire Named As CMA Fest Artist Of The Day For June 9.
Reba McEntire will appear on the CMA Close Up Stage inside Fan Fair X as the CMA Fest’s Artist of the Day on Friday, June 9. McEntire’s one of four artists to be featured as Artist of the Day. The CMA will announce a second artist on its socials next week. CMA Fest attendees will…