For Knoxville native Greylan James, making his Grand Ole Opry debut was about more than checking off a career milestone. It was about keeping a promise to his Papaw. The ACM Award-winning singer-songwriter stepped into the famous circle for the first time on Saturday, October 24, performing his rising country …
Read More »2026 IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards Winners
Billy Strings added another major honor to his already impressive résumé Sunday night, taking home Entertainer of the Year for the fifth time at the 37th Annual IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards. Strings previously won the IBMA’s top honor in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025. It was also a big night …
Read More »Jesse Holliday Honors Dolly Parton With “Heaven Got Our Country Girl”
For Orlando-based singer-songwriter Jesse Holliday, Dolly Parton’s influence is something worth putting into song. His original “Heaven Got Our Country Girl” celebrates the music and inspiration she has shared with generations of listeners. “I wrote and recorded it as a heartfelt tribute honoring Dolly and the music and inspiration she …
Read More »Dolly-Inspired 9to5K Takes Over Nashville’s Music Row
A sea of pink, rhinestones, butterflies, big hair and running shoes took over Nashville’s Music Row Saturday as Run Nash hosted the inaugural 9to5K Run & Walk, a Dolly-inspired celebration benefiting United Way of Greater Nashville and Imagination Library of Middle Tennessee. The sold-out event brought together 1,600 registered runners …
Read More »Americana Honors & Awards Set For The Ryman September 16
The Americana Music Association is bringing some of the biggest names in roots music to Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium on September 16 for the 25th annual Americana Honors & Awards. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. CT, with the ceremony beginning at 6:30 p.m. CT. The milestone celebration will feature performances …
Read More »19th ACM Honors Celebrates in Nashville
The Academy of Country Music brought some of Nashville’s biggest names together Tuesday night at The Pinnacle for the 19th ACM Honors, celebrating the artists, songwriters and industry leaders who continue to shape Country music. Hosted by Carly Pearce and Parker McCollum, the evening honored an impressive lineup that included …
Read More »Musicians Hall of Fame Inducts Twelve
The Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum welcomed its ninth class of inductees during a sold-out ceremony at the Fisher Center for the Performing Arts, celebrating a wide-ranging group of artists, producers, and industry icons who have left an indelible mark on music history. This year’s honorees included Dann Huff; …
Read More »Belmont Students Bring Dolly Parton’s ‘Billy the Kid Makes It Big’ to Life
Belmont University students are stepping into the world of Dolly Parton — and bringing one of her beloved children’s books to life on stage. Through Belmont’s Repertory Company program, students in the University’s Department of Theatre & Dance have created an original theatrical adaptation of Billy the Kid Makes It …
Read More »Musicians Hall Of Fame & Museum Announces 2026 Inductees
Linda Chambers, Co-Founder and CEO of the Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum, announced today the organization’s 2026 Class of Inductees, celebrating a powerhouse group of artists and industry innovators whose influence spans decades and genres. The 2026 class includes (listed alphabetically by first name) Dann Huff, Dolly Parton, George …
Read More »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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