Historic Sites Offer Immersion into Patsy Cline’s Short Life

Historic Sites Offer Immersion into Patsy Cline’s Short Life

For many, Patsy Cline is considered the most iconic female artist of all time. Though her life was short-lived, the sound of her voice and name alone resonates with generations of country music fans. For those looking for a deeper understanding of the life and career...
Early Careers of Country Legends Began at Sun Studio in Memphis

Early Careers of Country Legends Began at Sun Studio in Memphis

Memphis, Tennessee, is a city rich with music, culture and history. One of its most historic tourist destinations is Sun Studio. During the 1950s, Sun Records founder Sam Phillips became a music recording industry pioneer by combining the sounds of country, R&B,...
Bill Carlisle: 80 years of Country Entertainment

Bill Carlisle: 80 years of Country Entertainment

Country pioneer Bill Carlisle’s long career rang true to his early nickname, Jumpin’ Bill Carlisle. Born in Wakefield, Kentucky, on Dec. 19, 1908, he began performing with his older brothers, Cliff, Louis, Marion and Milton Carlisle, during the 1920s on their Saturday...
Guthrie’s Music Reflected both Tradition and Social Change

Guthrie’s Music Reflected both Tradition and Social Change

Named after a New Jersey Democratic gubernatorial candidate who would later become president, singer-songwriter Woodrow Wilson “Woody” Guthrie wrote one of America’s most rousing and patriotic tunes, “This Land is Your Land,” and became one of America’s most...
Young Mandolin Player has Impact on Bluegrass

Young Mandolin Player has Impact on Bluegrass

The stellar career of bluegrass musician Sierra Hull was launched when she began playing mandolin at eight years old. At age 10 she made her Grand Ole Opry debut, and at 11, she performed again at the Opry, this time with her hero and mentor Alison Krauss, who like...