Rubye Blevins was the first female country artist to sell a million records. Never heard of her? Of course you have! The song was “I Want to Be a Cowboy’s Sweetheart,” the year was 1935 and the stage name under which she recorded and performed across...
Love for traditional mountain music fused with bluegrass styling bound the careers of two talented brothers from Big Spraddle Creek, Virginia. Influenced by the Grand Ole Opry, J.E. Mainer’s Mountaineers, Bill Monroe and the Blue Grass Boys and the Carter Family,...
In the 69 years since Rex Allen Jr. made his first appearance on stage, he has been applauded, acknowledged and awarded. He made his debut at The Bluebird Café at a special Western night in August just three weeks before turning 76. The Nashville Nightlife Dinner...
In the picturesque heart of Southwest Virginia, two young girls embarked on a remarkable musical odyssey that would capture the hearts of many. Savannah and Sarah Church, lovingly referred to as “The Church Sisters,” are the fraternal twins who brought...
In the early 2000s, a new reality show hit the airwaves, promising to uncover the next big country music star. The show was “Nashville Star,” and it captured the hearts of viewers across America. Among the talented contestants vying for the title, one...
The Oak Ridge Boys Celebrate 50th Anniversary Milestone With Duane Allen, Joe Bonsall, William Lee Golden & Richard Sterban “Rooted in gospel…Positive in perspective…Bringing joy…Bringing excitement…And, whether singing songs of faith, love songs, or the national...
