Last weekend’s torrential rains, dropping as much as 17 inches in Middle Tennessee, wreaked havoc in parts of Humphreys, Hickman, Houston and Dickson Counties, all located just outside of Nashville. The flood waters claimed the lives of at least 20 people, including Loretta Lynn‘s ranch foreman, Wayne Spears, and damaged numerous homes and buildings. Several in the music community…
Ashley McBryde will kick off three consecutive headlining shows at the Ryman Auditorium on Thursday, August 26. For McBryde, who grew up dreaming of being a country music singer-songwriter, to headline the Mother Church of Country Music is more than anything she could have dreamed up on her own. “One of my crew members actually nailed it. He said,…
Adele’s was already known for crafting some of the most unique cocktails in Nashville, but now they are sealing their fate as one of Music City’s premier destinations for one-of-a-kind drinks, with their Martini of the Moment program. Each week, Adele’s sources ingredients from a local farm to craft a martini, available for only one week. The series, which…
Patti Smith is coming to the Ryman Auditorium. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member will headline a show at the Mother Church of Country Music on Thursday, October 21, marking Smith’s debut performance on the sacred stage. “To grace the stage of the Ryman Auditorium, where so many beloved artists have played, will be an incredible honor,”…
Nashville’s The Twelve Thirty Club, backed by Justin Timberlake, is ready to make its grand entrance in Music City. After previously opening its The First Level, The Twelve Thirty Club’s Rooftop Bar will open on September 9, followed by the 400-seat Supper Club on September 28. 12-time James Beard Award nominee Sam Fox helms The Twelve Thirty Club, which…
Trisha Yearwood has called several different cities home over the years, but her favorite is Nashville. The 56-year-old, who also spends time in Oklahoma with her husband, Garth Brooks, moved to Nashville to attend Belmont College, and instantly fell in love with the country music capital of the world. “Since Garth and I married over 15 years ago, I…
Tennessee Titans coach Mike Vrabel has tested positive for COVID-19. The news was announced in a virtual press conference on Sunday, August 23. Vrabel said he woke up with a sore throat and an earache, which prompted him to take two tests. Both came back positive. “As of now, I’ll be in quarantine, following the protocols, and trying to…
Loretta Lynn is mourning the loss of Wayne Spears, her beloved ranch foreman and friend, who was killed in the tragic flooding that took place in Humphreys County, Tennessee, located just outside of Nashville. Lynn shared the heartbreaking news on social media. “There are no words at the ranch today…only tears,” Lynn wrote. “Our ranch family is our family….
Garth Brooks is canceling the remainder of the shows on his Stadium Tour for 2021, as cases of COVID-19 are once again on the rise across the country. Brooks shared the news in a press release, explaining his decision. “In July, I sincerely thought the pandemic was falling behind us,” Brooks said. “Now, watching this new wave, I realize…
Carly Pearce still can’t believe she’s an official member of the Grand Ole Opry. The Kentucky native, who was inducted by Trisha Yearwood last month, joined Marty Stuart and Billy Cody in a special press event on Tuesday, August 16, to officially kick off the countdown to the Opry’s upcoming 5000th Saturday night broadcast, which will take place…
