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THE GEORGIA MUSIC FOUNDATION AND JAMESON IRISH WHISKEY ANNOUNCE THE “JAMESON PEACH JAM”: A CELEBRATION OF GEORGIA’S HITMAKERS AT THE GEORGE JONES ROOFTOP BAR IN NASHVILLE ON MARCH 21

The Georgia Music Foundation and Jameson® Irish Whiskey have announced the “Jameson Peach Jam,” a celebration of Georgia’s hitmakers at The George Jones Rooftop Bar in Nashville on Tuesday, March 21 (7:30 PM/CT).

The “Jameson Peach Jam” is the official kick-off for the “Fourth Annual Jameson Irish Whiskey Presents Georgia On My Mind” benefit concert hosted by the Peach Pickers and featuring special guests on Tuesday, May 16 at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville.

“Adding a second night of Georgia-bred music in Nashville was a direct result of the popularity and success of ‘Georgia On My Mind,'” said Dallas Davidson, a member of the Peach Pickers and chair of the Georgia Music Foundation. “There’s so much homegrown talent in Georgia that our Ryman show could go all night, but instead we are partnering with our friends at Jameson to create a second event spotlighting Peach State songwriters and one of Jameson’s emerging artists.”

Songwriters participating in the “Jameson Peach Jam” include Pat Alger, Tony Arata, Trea Landon, Jon Langston, Cole Taylor, and special guests.  

It’s fitting to host Georgians at The George Jones! The venue celebrates the legacy of its namesake through live music every day, great food, and a rooftop bar with one of the best views of Nashville. The state-of-the-art museum gives visitors a rare glimpse into the personal and professional life of country music icon, George Jones.   

Tickets for the “Jameson Peach Jam” cost $10 and proceeds benefit the Georgia Music Foundation. Tickets are available now via https://www.xorbia.com/events/georgiamusicfoundation/jameson-peach-jam.


About the “Fourth Annual Jameson Irish Whiskey Presents Georgia On My Mind”:

The Peach Pickers – Rhett Akins, Dallas Davidson, and Ben Hayslip – will once again assemble a star-studded group of friends to celebrate the music of their home state during the “Fourth Annual Jameson Irish Whiskey Presents Georgia On My Mind” benefit concert May 16 at the Ryman Auditorium. Tickets are $52.50 and $42.50 and are available via Ticketmaster outlets, ticketmaster.com, ryman.com, or by calling (800) 745-3000. The first round of artists will be announced soon, but tickets often sell out early as fans have come to expect last-minute announcements and surprise guests. Over the past three years, friends joining the Peach Pickers have included Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean, Big Boi of Outkast, Thomas Rhett, Cole Swindell, Randy Houser, Lee Brice, Craig Campbell, Laura Alaina, Brent Cobb, and many more. 

About the “Jameson Peach Jam” Songwriters:

Pat Alger and Tony Arata have certainly made their marks on Nashville since arriving from Georgia three decades ago. Among Alger’s many chart-toppers are Garth Brooks’ “Unanswered Prayers” and “The Thunder Rolls,” while Arata penned Brooks’ smash hits”The Dance” and “Here I Am” for Patty Loveless. They’re joined by Georgia natives Cole Taylor, who had two No. 1 hits last year with Luke Bryan’s “Home Alone Tonight” and Florida Georgia Line’s “Sippin’ on Fire”; Jon Langston, whose songwriting and live show have “sparked a wildfire fan base across the country”; and Trea Landon, who was one of the first artists signed to Dallas Davidson’s Play It Again Publishing.

About the Georgia Music Foundation:

Proceeds from the “Jameson Peach Jam” and “Georgia On My Mind” benefit the Georgia Music Foundation, which supports programs of music preservation, education, and outreach. With proceeds from the first three years of “Georgia On My Mind,” the Foundation has awarded grants totaling more than $150,000 to music programs at Georgia schools and non-profits. 

About the Peach Pickers:

The Peach Pickers – all Georgia natives – have accumulated more than 70 No. 1 songs collectively and individually since 2010, and earned numerous awards and accolades. Their respective catalogs include hit songs “I Don’t Want This Night To End,” “All About Tonight,” “Gimmie That Girl,” “Just A Kiss,” “When She Says Baby,” “Boys Round Here,” “It Goes Like This,” “We Owned The Night,” “I Don’t Dance,” “I’m Gonna Love You Through It,” “Point At You,” “That’s My Kind Of Night,” “Rain Is A Good Thing,” “Small Town Throwdown,” “Huntin’, Fishin’ and Lovin’ Every Day,” and many more.

About Jameson® Irish Whiskey:

Jameson Irish Whiskey is a smooth and perfectly balanced triple distilled Irish Whiskey rooted in Irish heritage dating back to 1780 when legendary John Jameson released his first cask. The brand’s success comes down to the skilled distillers that ensure Jameson’s unique taste and the communities who have supported its handcrafted quality for hundreds of years. Reliably timeless and simple, Jameson is best enjoyed during great times with great friends.  It has all the quality credentials to allow it be consumed straight, but is versatile and is equally great when mixed. Follow Jameson Irish Whiskey @JamesonWhiskeyUS on Facebook and @Jameson_US on Instagram and Twitter. Please enjoy Jameson responsibly.

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1 Night. 1 Place. 1 Time: A Heroes & Friends Tribute To Randy Travis Sold Out Show Features Garth Brooks, Wynonna, Alabama, William Michael Morgan, Travis Tritt, Tanya Tucker And More

NASHVILLE, TN – FEBRUARY 08: Randy Travis speaks at a press conference during 1 Night. 1 Place. 1 Time: A Heroes & Friends Tribute to Randy Travis at Bridgestone Arena on February 8, 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Rick Diamond/Getty Images for Outback Concerts) *** Local Caption *** Randy Travis

1 Night. 1 Place. 1 Time: A Heroes and Friends Tribute to Randy Travis was a star-studded event enjoyed by a sold-out crowd. The concert featured performances from over 40 artists including Tanya Tucker singing Travis favorite “I Told You So,” The Bellamy Brothers singing “Diggin’ Up Bones” and a special rendition of “Forever and Ever, Amen” from Garth Brooks. Continue Reading →

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CHARLES ESTEN ADDED TO LINEUP FOR 1 NIGHT. 1 PLACE. 1 TIME: A HEROES & FRIENDS TRIBUTE TO RANDY TRAVIS

CMT’s “Nashville” star, Charles Esten has been announced to join the cast of over 40 artists for the historic night paying homage to Country Music Hall of Famer Randy Travis. Grand Ole Opry members Jeannie Seely, Riders in the Sky, John Conlee, Dailey & Vincent, Jan Howard and Rudy Gatlin will come together for a tribute of their own as fellow Grand Ole Opry members. The event is tonight at 7 p.m. at Bridgestone Arena and tickets can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com.

The event, titled 1 Night. 1 Place. 1 Time: A Heroes and Friends Tribute to Randy Travis, will also feature performances from over 40 artists including Garth Brooks, Alabama, Rodney Atkins, Kane Brown, Mark Chesnutt, James Dupre, Jeff Foxworthy, Montgomery Gentry, Ben Haggard, Chris Janson, Jamey Johnson, Alison Krauss, Neal McCoy, Scotty McCreery, William Michael Morgan, Joe Nichols, Paul Overstreet, Shane Owens, Michael Ray, Collin Raye, Ricky Skaggs, Kenny Rogers, Daryle Singletary, Michael W. Smith, The Bellamy Brothers, The Randy Travis Band, Ricky Traywick, Travis Tritt, Tanya Tucker, Josh Turner, Phil Vassar, Chuck Wicks, Wynonna, Chris Young.

“The reason we named this 1 Night. 1 Place. 1 Time is because it truly is that. The evening will not be filmed or aired on television or anywhere else. If you want to experience this amazing lineup, you’ve got to be in the audience tonight,” said producer Tony Conway of Conway Entertainment Group/Ontourage Management.

A portion of the proceeds will go to the Randy Travis Foundation; a 501(c)3 non-profit that provides support for victims of strokes and cardiovascular diseases as well as arts and entertainment education for at-risk children. For more information, visit www.randytravisfoundation.org.

In October, Randy Travis was officially inducted into The Country Music Hall of Fame. The multi-platinum country giant suffered a massive stroke in 2013 and has since made miraculous strides towards recovery. He recently sang “Amazing Grace” at his Country Music Hall of Fame induction ceremony as well as the tagline to his iconic “Forever and Ever, Amen” at the 2016 CMA Awards in November alongside numerous country legends and stars.

1 Night. 1 Place. 1 Time: A Heroes and Friends Tribute to Randy Travis is produced by Mary Travis along with Tony Conway of Conway Entertainment Group/Ontourage Management, Mike Smardak of Outback Concerts of Tennessee, Inc. who is also the promoter of the event and Kirt Webster of Webster and Associates.

About Randy Travis
With lifetime sales in excess of 25 million, Randy Travis is one of the biggest country record sellers of all time and the most recent inductee into the Country Music Hall of Fame class of 2016. His honors include seven Grammy Awards, 10 Academy of Country Music statuettes, 10 American Music Awards, two People’s Choice awards, seven Music City News awards, eight Dove Awards from the Gospel Music Association and five Country Music Association honors. In addition, three of his performances earned CMA Song of the Year honors, “On the Other Hand” (1986), “Forever and Ever Amen” (1987) and “Three Wooden Crosses” (2003). To date, he has 18 No. 1 singles, 29 top-10 smashes and more than 40 appearances in feature films and television shows to his credit. Ten of his albums are Gold Records. Eight are Platinum. Two have gone Double Platinum. One is Triple Platinum and another is Quintuple Platinum. In 2004, Randy was honored with his own star in the Hollywood Walk of Fame and is honored on the Music City Walk of Fame in Nashville, TN. He has been a member of the cast of the Grand Ole Opry since 1986. Since his near fatal stroke in 2013, with the help of his wife Mary and vigorous physical therapy, Randy continues to make improvements in his speaking, walking, and yes, singing.

About Charles Esten
Born in Pittsburgh, PA, Charles “Chip” Esten grew up in Alexandria, VA. After starting his acting career in Los Angeles, he was pleased to make his theatrical debut in London, portraying Buddy Holly in the hit West End musical “Buddy.” In that role, he was honored to perform for H.R.M Queen Elizabeth and then, for President and Mrs. George H.W. Bush at The White House. Since then, he has appeared in films and on television, most notably on “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” and “The Office.”

In 2014, 2015 and 2016 he joined his cast-mates in headlining the “Nashville in Concert” tour with sold out shows across the US and this summer, the UK and Ireland. He is proud to serve as the National Light the Night Walk Honorary Chair for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

Here’s where you can follow Charles Esten on Social Media:
Twitter @CharlesEsten
Facebook Charles Esten
Instagram charles_esten
 
About Jeannie Seely
“Miss Country Soul” Jeannie Seely is a GRAMMY® award-winning artist who has been recording and performing for more than six decades. A Pennsylvania native, Seely moved to LA where she met many songwriters including Dottie West who ultimately encouraged her to move to Nashville. Within a month, Porter Wagoner hired her as the female singer for his road and television series. On September 16, 1967, Seely’s biggest dream came true when she became the first Pennsylvania native to become a member of the world famous Grand Ole Opry. Seely subsequently became the first female to regularly host segments of the weekly Opry shows. She’s also credited for changing the image of female country performers by being the first to wear a mini-skirt on the Opry stage. On March 2, 1967, the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences honored Jeannie with the 1966 GRAMMY® Award for the “Best Country Vocal Performance by a Female.” A BMI-awarded songwriter, Seely’s songs have been recorded by Country Music Hall of Fame members Faron Young, Merle Haggard, Connie Smith, Ray Price, Willie Nelson, Ernest Tubb and Little Jimmy Dickens, as well as by many other artists including Doyle Lawson, Lorrie Morgan and Irma Thomas. Along with placing records on the Billboard country singles chart for 13 consecutive years, Seely also served as a radio disc jockey on her own Armed Forces Network Show.

About John Conlee
Kentucky native and Grand Ole Opry member, John Conlee, has one of country music’s most recognizable voices. Self-penned and signature hit “Rose Colored Glasses,” was the first of over 30 hit singles, most of which charted in the Top 10 or better. Some of the songs from the John Conlee hit list include “Back Side of Thirty, “ “Lady Lay Down,” “FridayNight Blues,” “Common Man,” “I’m Only In It For The Love” and “Domestic Life.” All of Conlee’s hits have that unmistakable common thread – that unique voice. In 2015, Conlee hasn’t slowed down and continues to cut songs with substance with the release of Classics 2 that includes a tribute to law enforcement titled “Walkin’ Behind the Star.”

About Dailey & Vincent
Five-time Grammy award winners individually, three-time Grammy award nominees collectively, four-time DOVE Award winners, and winners of 35 IBMA Awards altogether (including 3-time IBMA Entertainer of the Year Award winners and 3-Time Vocal Group of the Year Award winners), Jamie Dailey and Darrin Vincent, backed by one of the best bands on tour today, are some of the most reputable and elite entertainers in American music; bluegrass, traditional country and gospel music. The concoction of the fantastically instinctive vocal blends of Dailey’s tenor and Vincent’s reedy harmonies, has gained them well-deserved praise for their own distinctive style and worldwide recognition as American Music gold. Dailey & Vincent has garnered world-wide attention with their first national, top-rated television series, “The Dailey & Vincent Show,” on RFD TV and over 500 airings of their PBS special “Dailey & Vincent ALIVE – In Concert.” Their most recent CD, Dailey & Vincent ALIVE, debuted at No.1 on the Billboard Bluegrass charts and remained at the top position for over 15 weeks. For more information, visit DaileyandVincent.com.

About Storme Warren
Storme Warren is celebrating his 32nd year in Broadcasting in 2016. You can hear him daily on SiriusXM Satellite Radio on “The Highway” as it’s morning show host. A twenty-three year veteran of the Nashville music industry, Storme is also known as the “Dick Clark” of Country Music and can be found hosting numerous high profile events in Music City and around the globe including Nashville’s annual “Let Freedom Sing” Independence Day party and “The Bash on Broadway” New Years Eve celebrations. Music festivals all over North America, the Caribbean and Australia also recruit his talents as a live event emcee. Behind the scenes Storme runs Stone Beaver Productions, a full-service video production company. His Television credits as Host and contributing talent include TNN, CNN, GAC & CMC. As a producer, Warren has created numerous live and recorded Television concert events, DVDs and specials. As a proud member of the Nashville Community, Storme serves on the board of directors for the T.J. Martell Foundation for Cancer research. He is also a proud Eagle Scout and family man. He and his wife Allison have two teenage boys and live in Franklin, Tennessee.
 

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CASEY DONAHEW STOPS BY KFRG

KFRG PD Lee Douglas, Donahew, KFRG MD Scott Ward

Almost Country Records’ artist, Casey Donahew, had the opportunity to stop by KFRG to talk about his new single “Kiss Me” during his recent West Coast run. California was a welcome site for Donahew and his band, who have been battling ice and snow on the road to make it to their recent shows.  

Upcoming shows include:
FEB 3 – Choctaw Casino – Durant, OK – SOLD-OUT
FEB 4 – Banjo’s – Pittsburgh, KS  SOLD-OUT
FEB 10 – Charley B’s – Lubbock, TX
FEB 11 – Dos Amigos, Odessa, TX
Please visit www.caseydonahew.com to see more…
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BLUE CHAIR BAY® RUM OFFERS CONSUMERS THE “KEY TO THE KEYS”

As many snowbirds across the country are dreaming of days filled with sand and sun, Blue Chair Bay® Rum is offering the perfect antidote to any wintertime blues with its “Key to the Keys Sweepstakes,” a nationwide sweepstakes that will launch in conjunction with the brand’s newest premium flavor Key Lime Rum Cream. Sweepstakes entrants will have the chance to win one of several prizes, with the Grand Prize winners scoring a trip to be at a private show with eight-time Entertainer of the Year Kenny Chesney in Key West, Fla.
 
“Key Lime Rum Cream was almost inevitable,” says the man deemed “The People’s Superstar” by The Los Angeles Times. “One of those classic island tastes, it was only a matter of time until we captured the flavor of one of my favorite desserts. And now that we do, well, the cocktails we can make…”
 
With a bright citrus aroma and flavor notes of tart key lime balanced with a creamy meringue sweetness and hints of cinnamon, almond and amaretto, Key Lime Rum Cream is the perfect ingredient for beach-ready cocktails like a Key Lime Colada or a Key Lime Martini. Blue Chair Bay Rum, which was founded in 2013, reflects Chesney’s commitment to excellence and has established a taste standard that has evolved to contain some of the beverage industry’s most intriguing flavors.
 
To enter the Key to the Keys Sweepstakes, consumers must either find a “key” symbol under the tamper tape of 500 select Key Lime Rum Cream bottles or download an image with further instructions at https://keysweeps.bluechairbayrum.com.  The sweepstakes will open for entries on Wednesday, Feb. 1 and close on Wednesday, May 31, 2017.
 
Prizes being offered are as outlined below:
 
Grand Prize – One winner and his/her guest will win airfare to Key West, Fla. and lodging in Key West, with a $500 stipend for activities. They will be invited to a private show by Kenny Chesney.
 
Second Prize – Five entrants will win a Blue Chair Bay Key Lime Rum Cream-themed guitar with Kenny Chesney’s autograph.
 
Third Prize – 10 entrants will win a Blue Chair Bay swag pack.
 
About Blue Chair Bay® Rum
Blue Chair Bay® Rum, which had one of the industry’s most successful launches in the history of wine and spirits, is a collection of premium-blended rums created on the shores of the Caribbean and inspired by multi-platinum songwriter and entertainer Kenny Chesney’s love of the islands. Blue Chair Bay Rum is made with exceptional care using natural ingredients. Blue Chair Bay Rum is available in 50ml, 750ml 1L and 1.75L bottles. Blue Chair Bay White Rum 40% ABV; Blue Chair Bay Coconut, Coconut Spiced, Banana and Vanilla Rum, 26.5% ABV. Blue Chair Bay Key Lime Rum Cream, Banana Rum Cream and Coconut Spiced Rum Cream 15% ABV. Please enjoy Blue Chair Bay Rum responsibly. Bottled by Fishbowl Spirits, Rochester, NY. Fishbowl Spirits, LLC, Nashville, TN. Rum Specialty, 15% alc/vol. www.bluechairbayrum.com.
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THE BACHELORETTE’S LUKE PELL RELEASES HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED NEW SINGLE “PRETTY CLOSE”

 
Best known for capturing hearts across America on the most recent season of ABC’s hit television series, The Bachelorette, country singer-songwriter Luke Pell announces the release of his new, highly-anticipated single, “Pretty Close,” on January 20. The single, which exclusively premiered on Sounds Like Nashville, is one of a series of releases that will take place at six week intervals over the following months.
Pell, who recently made appearances on several nationally syndicated shows, including The Bobby Bones Show, Sirius XM’s The Highway, America’s Morning Show, Entertainment Tonightand Extra, is signed with Peermusic and continues to work with some of the industry’s biggest hit songwriters, including producer Brandon Kinney, country music superstar Cole SwindellAsh BowersJaron Boyer, Dan Shay, and more.
“Pretty Close” is now available on iTunes and Spotify.

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About Luke Pell:
Known for capturing hearts across America on Season 12 of ABC’s hit television series The Bachelorette, country singer-songwriter Luke Pell was riding horses before he could even walk while growing up deep in the heart of Texas in the small town of Burnet. By age 12, Pell was spending his summers breaking horses, hell-bent on becoming a professional horse trainer until he graduated high school and accepted a football scholarship to The United States Military Academy at West Point in 2003. During his time in college, Pell found an escape from the stress and demands of everyday life in his guitar. After graduating, serving in the Army for five years, spending two years in the oil sector at Chesapeake Energy, and becoming an entrepreneur in residential real estate, Pell came to the realization that his true passion was in songwriting. Currently residing in Nashville, Pell continues to chase his dream while collaborating with established songwriters including country music superstar Cole Swindell, Jaron Boyer, Brandon Kinney, Ash Bowers, and more.
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FIREPOT TEA BAR COMING TO 12SOUTH IN 2017

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Nashville-based tea company Firepot Nomadic Teas has announced plans to open Firepot Tea Bar in the 12South area of Nashville next year. Projected for a Summer 2017 opening, the company’s first brick-and-mortar concept will be led by founder Sarah Scarborough. The concept will feature high quality, direct-sourced teas carefully curated by the Nashville native and tea connoisseur.  Continue Reading →

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BROTHERS OSBORNE SURPRISED WITH PLATINUM PLAQUE FOR GRAMMY-NOMINATED NO.1 HIT “STAY A LITTLE LONGER” AT SOLD-OUT NASHVILLE SHOW

John Osborne (Brothers Osborne), UMG Nashville Chairman and CEO Mike Dungan, TJ Osborne (Brothers Osborne)
Photo credit: Reid Long

EMI Records Nashville’s Brothers Osborne played to a sold-out crowd last night at Nashville’s Marathon Music Works as part of their first-headlining The Dirt Rich Tour. Prior to the show, the CMA Vocal Duo of the Year was surprised by UMG Nashville Chairman and CEO Mike Dungan who presented John and TJ Osborne with plaques for their RIAA Platinum-certified, GRAMMY-nominated No.1 hit single “Stay A Little Longer.”

 

“Stay A Little Longer” is featured on Brothers Osborne’s critically-acclaimed debut album Pawn Shop which appeared on several “Best of 2016” lists including Entertainment Weekly, American Songwriter and Rolling Stone. The Maryland natives recently released the new raucous single “It Ain’t My Fault” and are nominated again for “Best Country Duo/Group Performance” at next month’s 59th Annual GRAMMY Awards. For a full list of tour dates, news, images and more, visit www.BrothersOsborne.com

             

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LADY ANTEBELLUM BROADCASTS DETAILS FOR LAUNCH OF NEW SINGLE, NEW ALBUM AND NEW TOUR TODAY

Trio Releases “You Look Good” As Lead Single from Forthcoming Sixth Studio Album
HEART BREAK, Out Jun. 9th


Global “YOU LOOK GOOD WORLD TOUR” Sets Into Motion On May 26 With Special Guests
Kelsea Ballerini And Brett Young


Fans Get Sneak Peek of New Music Tonight via Facebook Live at 8:00P CT

Honing in on the melodious foundation that first brought the multi-PLATINUM trio together, Lady Antebellum returns to radio airwaves today with “You Look Good,” while concurrently announcing it as the debut single off their sixth studio album HEART BREAK (Capitol Nashville), to be released June 9. After taking time to pursue solo projects last year, Charles Kelley, Hillary Scott and Dave Haywood simultaneously share plans to return to the road, with more than 65 shows planned in six countries on their YOU LOOK GOOD WORLD TOUR, presented by NABISCO. To celebrate, at 8:00P CT tonight Lady A will host a Facebook Live fan event premiering new music at https://www.facebook.com/ladyantebellum/.

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COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME® AND MUSEUM ANNOUNCES 2017 EXHIBITIONS

For the first time in its 50-year history, the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum has announced its complete slate of exhibitions for the upcoming year. Revealed this week via the museum’s social media channels, the 2017 schedule includes exhibits on Jason Aldean, Loretta Lynn, Shania Twain, and country music couple Faith Hill and Tim McGraw.

“This year the museum celebrates half a century of collecting, preserving and interpreting the history of country music,” said museum CEO Kyle Young. “With a great mix of exhibition subjects that range from a legendary Country Music Hall of Fame member to the best of today, our golden anniversary schedule reflects one of the true hallmarks of country music—its constant evolution. As we explore the journeys of these country music greats, whose combined careers span almost 150 years, we also reflect on the museum’s 50-year evolution and celebrate what is ahead.”

In addition to examining the legacies of individual artists, the museum will unveil a new exhibition, American Currents (The Music of 2016), in March 2017. The exhibit will chronicle the latest chapter in country music’s ever-evolving story through a behind-the-scenes look at all things new and noteworthy from the prior year. Highlights from 2016 will be represented by artifacts from Kelsea Ballerini, Brett Eldredge, Mickey Guyton, Miranda Lambert, William Michael Morgan, Maren Morris, Jon Pardi, Margo Price, Chris and Morgane Stapleton with more to be announced.

On May 26, the museum will open a special exhibit examining the life and career of ACM Entertainer of the Year Jason Aldean. With hard-rock swagger and hip-hop rhythms Aldean’s music celebrates life in the South and has had significant impact on country music. The exhibit will describe the early encouragement he received from both parents, his move to Nashville, his struggle to get his music heard and his groundbreaking success with an independent record company. The emergence of RIAA’s top digital country male artist of all time’s wide-open sound is one of the defining elements in today’s country music. The Aldean exhibit will close in November 2017.

“I am extremely honored to be invited to have an exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum,” said Aldean. “That building is filled with the artists who helped create and shape country music, so to be a part of that legacy is something I am very proud of.”

June 26 brings an exhibit devoted to International superstar Shania Twain. With more than 90 million albums sold worldwide and U.S. sales topping 35 million, Shania remains the top-selling female country artist of all time.  She ushered in a new era of empowerment for women in country music, with hits such as “That Don’t Impress Me Much,” ‘You’re Still the One” and “Man! I Feel Like a Woman,” to name a few.

“It’s an honor to be a part of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum exhibitions for 2017,” said Twain. “Being able to re-visit favorite costumes, photographs and memories from my career has been a special feeling, especially as this year will see a new stage for me with a brand new album! I’m very excited to have these important creative moments on display.”

Known for her groundbreaking, stylishly bold yet elegant videos, the Twain exhibit will include outfits she wore in those clips and in concert. Personal memorabilia, photos, awards and stage props will help tell the story of Twain’s remarkable life in music. The exhibit will run until June 2018.

Country Music Hall of Fame member and 2017 Grammy nominee for Best Country Album (Full Circle), Loretta Lynn will be the subject of a major exhibition opening August 25, 2017, and running through June 2018. By telling her own truths, and by writing about her experiences with a perspective and voice unlike any other Southern storyteller, Lynn has become an American hero and a country music standard-bearer.

“I am so happy the Country Music Hall of Fame has asked me to be one of their main exhibits in 2017…gonna show off my 50 some odd years in country music,” exclaimed Lynn on hearing news of the exhibition. “They best have a big space…I have a lot of stuff! I’m so proud to share my life, and music with the Hall of Fame. Y’all come see us!”

Her one-of-a-kind tale has been told in a feature film (with an Oscar-winning portrayal of Lynn by Sissy Spacek), two autobiographies, and a public television American Masters documentary. But her fascinating journey is worthy of further exploration. Examining the Coal Miner’s Daughter through her music and her rich collection of personal artifacts will provide fresh insights into one of country music’s most important artists.

Finally, on Nov. 17, a new exhibit will explore the intertwined careers of Grammy-winning superstars Faith Hill and Tim McGraw. Incorporating a wide array of personal and professional memorabilia representing milestones and significant moments, the exhibit will explore elements of their separate paths to success as solo artists and their dynamic combination as a couple with their record-breaking Soul2Soul Tours and duet performances. The exhibit will run until May 2018.

One of the most visited museums in the United States, with an unduplicated collection of more than 2.5 million artifacts, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum celebrates its fiftieth anniversary in 2017. This first-ever announcement of the full year’s exhibition schedule will be followed by many unique activities celebrating the museum’s golden anniversary milestone. Special programs and concerts will be announced in the coming months.

Follow the museum on FacebookTwitterInstagram and Snapchat, and join the conversation using #CMHOF50. For more information, visit countrymusichalloffame.org/2017lineup.

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