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T. Graham Brown Inducted as Member of the Grand Ole Opry

Grammy-nominated artist T. Graham Brown was inducted as the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry on Friday, May 3rd, by Opry member Vince Gill. They were joined onstage by Opry members John Conlee, The Isaacs, Don Schlitz, Jeannie Seely, and Mark Wills, who all wanted to participate in the induction and welcomed Brown to the family.

Classic Folk Singer Taylor Pie To Perform And Discuss Award-Winning Documentary In Cincinnati

Join Susan Taylor, aka Taylor Pie, former lead singer of the Pozo-Seco Singers, in Cincinnati for a special performance and discussion of the award-winning documentary 'Nobody Famous.'

Classic Folk Singer Taylor Pie To Perform And Discuss Award-Winning Documentary In Cincinnati

Former Pozo-Seco singer Taylor Pie visits Cincinnati for a documentary screening and a songwriters' workshop. Learn about her folk-pop success and her impact on the music industry. In the 1960's, the Pozo-Seco Singers, a folk-pop trio from Texas, achieved success with hit songs including 'Time,' 'I Can Make It With You' and 'I Believed It All.'

Circle Network Brings Back 'Austin City Limits: Country' For New Season

Hosted by Asleep At The Wheel frontman and Austin local Ray Benson, season two will feature legendary artists like Waylon Jennings, Ray Charles, Trisha Yearwood, Tanya Tucker, Toby Keith, Tammy Wynette, Wynonna Judd, Miranda Lambert, Chris Stapleton, Turnpike Troubadours, and others.

Feature: Music Festivals Return To Arkansas This September!

September is Festival Month, and Broadway World’s favorite MC Blake Woodson has compiled a list to let you know what’s going on. There is something for everyone, so get your tickets early, and we’ll see you there! 

White Heron Theatre Company to Present THE 39 STEPS in Nantucket

Get ready for a fast-paced comedy mystery thriller as White Heron Theatre Company brings 'The 39 Steps' to Nantucket. Based on the novel by John Buchan and the film by Alfred Hitchcock, this production features over 150 characters played by a talented cast of four. Don't miss this exciting limited run.

Nantucket's White Heron Theatre Announces Mark Shanahan As Its Resident Director

The White Heron Theatre Company of Nantucket today announced that director, writer, and actor Mark Shanahan has expanded his relationship with the company stepping into a new role as Resident Director.

White Heron Theatre Company To Adapt A NANTUCKET CHRISTMAS CAROL For Audio Broadcast

The White Heron Theatre Company of Nantucket today announced that it will release an audio podcast adaptation of A Nantucket Christmas Carol, with Academy and Tony Award-winner Christopher Plummer playing the role of the narrator. White Heron will host a special 'Watch Party' as a fundraising benefit for the Theatre on Monday, December 14.

Country and Southern Rock Great Charlie Daniels Laid To Rest

Family, friends and hundreds of fans gathered yesterday at World Outreach Church in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, to pay their respects to country and southern rock icon Charlie Daniels.

Vortex Springs Songwriter Festival Announced

Head down to Ponce de Leon, Fla. April 17-19 for the first Vortex Springs Songwriter Festival at Vortex Spring Adventures. Throughout this festival fans will enjoy songs written by some of the best writers and artists in country music including Max T. Barnes, Wynn Varble, Jim McBryde, Jim (Moose) Brown and Rafe Van Hoy as well as horizon artists Dallas Remington, Kelli Johnson, Matt Wynn, Casey Lambert, Aliie Colleen and Lizzie Cates. There will also be a songwriting contest with over $1,000 in cash and prizes. Buy tickets here.

Phillipa Soo, John Ellison Conlee and More to Lead Clubbed Thumb's Limited Engagement of TUMACHO

Tony Award-nominated and five-time Obie Award-winning theater company Clubbed Thumb (Maria Striar, Producing Artistic Director; Michael Bulger, Associate Artistic Director; Quinn Metal Corbin, Advancement Director) is proud to announce the return of Ethan Lipton's TUMACHO, directed by Tony Award nominee Leigh Silverman. First seen in the 2016 SUMMERWORKS season, TUMACHO returns beginning February 17 for a limited engagement through March 14, 2020. Opening night is set for Saturday, February 22 at the Connelly Theater (220 East 4th Street). Tickets will go on sale in early 2020.

Deborah Allen Surprised With Proclamation From Tennessee Governor Bill Lee Celebrating 40 Years In Music

Country music veteran Deborah Allen was surprised with a special presentation by T.G. Sheppard, Kelly Lang and WSM's Devon O'Day at Nashville's 3rd & Lindsley Wednesday night during the 6th annual Country For A Cause, benefiting Monroe Carell Jr's Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt. A proclamation from Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, celebrating Deborah's 40 years in country music, was tearfully and happily received. The honor acknowledges not only her contributions as a singer, but also as a celebrated, successful songwriter having been awarded seven BMI One Million Air-Play Awards for her hit songwriting repertoire and one BMI Two Million Air-Play Award for her smash hit “Baby I Lied.”

Craig Morgan Celebrates 10th Anniversary as a Grand Ole Opry Member

Craig Morgan celebrated his 10th Anniversary as a Grand Ole Opry member with an appearance on the Opry last night at the Grand Ole Opry House performing some of his biggest hits including “Redneck Yacht Club,” “That's What I Love About Sunday,” and a new song “Whiskey,” among others.

Deborah Allen Adds Two New Million-Air Awards To Her List Of Honors

Deborah Allen, the fiery country singer who stole America's hearts with her cross-over smash, “Baby I Lied,” was recently honored by BMI (Broadcast Music Inc.) at their Nashville offices.  Deborah was presented with the coveted Million-Air certifications for Janie Fricke's “Don't Worry 'Bout Me, Baby” and John Conlee's “I'm Only In It For The Love” by BMI executive David Preston. A Million-Air Award is given to songwriters, composers, and publishers whose songs accumulate over one million U.S. broadcast performances. The acknowledgement is a mark of praise.

Photo Coverage: Meet the Broadway-Bound Company of MTC's THE NAP- John Ellison Conlee, Johanna Day, Heather Lind & More!

MTC will soon present the American premiere of The Nap, written by Olivier Award nominee Richard Bean, the author of the rollicking, award-winning Broadway comedy One Man, Two Guvnors, and directed by Tony Award winner Daniel Sullivan.

Johanna Day, John Ellison Conlee, Among Initial Casting of MTC's THE NAP

MTC has announced initial casting for the American premiere of The Nap, written by Olivier Award nominee Richard Bean, the author of the rollicking, award-winning Broadway comedy One Man, Two Guvnors, and directed by Tony Award winner Daniel Sullivan.

Live at Billy Bob's Texas Series Celebrates 20th Anniversary With Some of Country Music's Biggest Stars' Recordings

In 1998, in partnership with Smith Music Group, led by Rick Smith, Sr., Billy Bob's Texas began recording live performances from select artists taking the stage of the award-winning nightclub to be part of their Live at Billy Bob's Texas series. The series launched with back to back recordings of Pat Green and Merle Haggard. Now, in 2018, the famed series is celebrating its 20th Anniversary.

Singer, Songwriter And Radio Personality Dallas Wayne Releases New Album, SONGS THE JUKEBOX TAUGHT ME: VOLUME 2

Country music artist and SiriusXM personality Dallas Wayne has released his latest album, Songs The Jukebox Taught Me: Volume 2 on Heart of Texas Records. The album is available on iTunes, Amazon Music and Spotify. Songs from the album are already in rotation on SiriusXM's Willie's Roadhouse and Outlaw Country channels. Several track-by-track videos for the album were exclusively premiered by Now Playing Nashville, Taste of Country, Celeb Secrets Country, The Country Note and Music Update Central. 

Singer, Songwriter and Radio Personality, Dallas Wayne Releasing SONGS THE JUKEBOX TAUGHT ME Vol. 2, June 22

Country music artist and SiriusXM Willie's Roadhouse and Outlaw Country host, Dallas Wayne will release his latest album, Songs The Jukebox Taught Me: Volume 2, on June 22.

Superstar Songwriters Pay Tribute To Hank Cochran & Red Lane

Superstar songwriters Rafe Van Hoy, Marla Cannon-Goodman, Dale Dodson, Waylon Payne, Don Sampson and Ronnie Bowman will pay tribute to Hank Cochran and Red Lane at 3rd & Lindsley (816 3rd Ave. South) on Wednesday, January 17 to benefit The Hank Cochran Pen Fund. Tickets are $10; doors open at 6 p.m. and the show begins at 7:30. The 501(c)(3) charity focuses its efforts on financially assisting songwriters with cancer.