Alan Jackson Reveals Degenerative Nerve Condition During ‘Today’ Interview

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Alan Jackson revealed in an interview on NBC’s “TODAY” show this morning that he is battling a degenerative nerve condition known as Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease. The hereditary condition, which he was diagnosed with a decade ago but kept private, affects his ability to walk and keep his balance. JACKSON, who is 62, said his grandmother, father and oldest sister also had the condition, which damages limb muscles.

Mandy Barnett Invited To Join The Grand Ole Opry

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Mandy Barnett, one of the most heralded voices in music and a favorite of Grand Ole Opry fans, was surprised on her birthday last night with an invitation to become an official Opry member. Barnett has appeared on the Opry more than 500 times over the course of nearly 30 years. Opry member Connie Smith joined Barnett on stage to lead the Opry audience in “Happy Birthday”, then read a birthday card that included Barnett’s invitation. “You’ve felt like family since we first met, and on this, your special day, we’re honored to invite you to become an official member of the Grand Ole Opry!” Smith read.

New Documentary On Gay Women In Country And Southern Music To Screen At Nashville Film Festival

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OUTHAUS FILMS’ T.J PARSELL and BILL BRIMM’s newest documentary project, “Invisible,” is set to premiere on TUESDAY, OCTOBER 5th at the 52nd NASHVILLE FILM FESTIVAL at 7p (CT).  The film is focused around gay women in the Country and Southern music industries and their strides to make an impact on male-dominated fields and present transgender and lesbian representation in a community where it is lacking. The trailer can be viewed here.

Ashley McBryde Shares Details Of Head Injury Sustained In Horseback Riding Accident; Cancels More Shows

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After postponing an initial two dates on her “This Town Talks Tour” as a result of a horseback riding accident in MONTANA last week, WARNER MUSIC NASHVILLE artist ASHLEY McBRYDE has now shared both the details of the accident and the severity of her resulting concussion, while canceling two more shows over the weekend. Continue reading Ashley McBryde Shares Details Of Head Injury Sustained In Horseback Riding Accident; Cancels More Shows→

Inaugural Born & Raised Music Festival Successfully Starts a New Red Dirt Family Tradition

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Born & Raised brought us three days and nights of camping, partying, BBQ, and the best live performances from over 30 artists across multiple stages! If you missed the party, then you really missed out, but we’ll do our best to give you the rundown. Continue reading Inaugural Born & Raised Music Festival Successfully Starts a New Red Dirt Family Tradition→

2021 “CMT Artists of the Year” to honor Chris Stapleton, Gabby Barrett, Kane Brown, Kelsea Ballerini and Luke Combs LIVE from Nashville on Wednesday, October 13th at 9p/8c

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2021 “CMT Artists of the Year” to honor Chris Stapleton, Gabby Barrett, Kane Brown, Kelsea Ballerini and Luke Combs LIVE from Nashville on Wednesday, October 13th at 9p/8c Continue reading 2021 “CMT Artists of the Year” to honor Chris Stapleton, Gabby Barrett, Kane Brown, Kelsea Ballerini and Luke Combs LIVE from Nashville on Wednesday, October 13th at 9p/8c→