Tag: Dolly Parton

Belmont Named One Of 2025 Top Music Business Schools

Belmont Named One Of 2025 Top Music Business Schools

Belmont University’s Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business has once again been named among Billboard’s “2025 Top Music Business Schools,” earning national recognition for its innovative approach to entertainment education. Located in the heart of Nashville’s historic Music Row, Belmont remains the only music business program in the …

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Daniel Grindstaff Meets Rod Stewart In Nashville

Daniel Grindstaff Meets Rod Stewart In Nashville

Banjo extraordinaire Daniel Grindstaff experienced a full-circle moment in Music City last week when he met the legendary Sir Rod Stewart following Stewart’s show at Ascend Amphitheater in downtown Nashville. Grindstaff’s acclaimed Bluegrass version of Stewart’s classic “Forever Young” has earned him multiple IBMA nominations, widespread chart success, and the …

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Ricky Skaggs Reopens Skaggs Place Studio

Music legend Ricky Skaggs is reopening the doors to Skaggs Place Studio in Hendersonville, TN, following a major renovation that brings the historic space up to modern recording standards while honoring its rich legacy. The newly upgraded studio officially opened for business today, July 16. “I’m so happy that my …

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Grace Bowers Signs With IMG Models

Grace Bowers Signs With IMG Models

Nashville guitar phenom Grace Bowers continues her meteoric rise—this time offstage—with the announcement that she has officially signed with IMG Models, marking a major new chapter in her already impressive career. The move will help the 18-year-old guitarist, singer-songwriter, and bandleader expand into the worlds of fashion and beauty, building …

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Carl Dean, Dolly Parton’s Husband Of 60 Years, Passes At 82

Carl Dean, Dolly Parton’s Husband Of 60 Years, Passes At 82

Carl Dean, the fiercely private man who stood steadfastly by Dolly Parton’s side for six decades, has passed away at the age of 82. Parton announced his passing today on social media, marking the end of a love story that spanned most of her legendary career. Born in Nashville to …

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The Stars Came Out To Celebrate Toby Keith

The Stars Came Out To Celebrate Toby Keith

Last night, thousands of adoring fans celebrated superstar Toby Keith. The sold-out crowd at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena joined Keith’s family, friends and an array of artists, celebrities, and songwriters for “Toby Keith: American Icon.” Filled with epic performances, personal stories, and highlights from Keith’s outstanding life and career, the event …

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Wynonna Covers Tom Petty, Featuring Lainey Wilson

Wynonna Covers Tom Petty, Featuring Lainey Wilson

Wynonna Judd’s take on Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers’ classic song “Refugee” featuring Lainey Wilson is out now. The track arrives as the fifth single shared from Petty Country: A Country Music Celebration of Tom Petty, with a new video, “In The Studio,” featuring behind the scenes footage of Judd …

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CMA Triple Play Award Winners Announced

CMA Triple Play Award Winners Announced

The Country Music Association today announced recipients of the 14th CMA Triple Play Awards, which honor the songwriters behind some of the format’s most notable No. 1 hits. In addition to this year’s seven CMA Triple Play Award recipients Ashley Gorley (three-time recipient this year), Charlie Handsome, Jelly Roll, Chase …

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Nashvillian Peter Frampton Among Rock Hall of Fame Nominees

Peter Frampton to Record PBS Special in Nashville

Last Saturday (Feb. 10), the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced this year’s nominees, for the Rock Hall’s Class of 2024 including Nashvillian Peter Frampton. The nomination marks the legendary musician’s first appearance on the ballot to be considered for induction. “That’s really great!” says Peter. “Wait, you mean …

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