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A lesser-known fact about the annual CMA Fest in Nashville is that it doubles as a fundraiser to bring music education to kids nationwide.
Nashville hitmaker Dierks Bentley has delivered his 11th studio album, “Broken Branches.” It leans into some well-tread country rock territory, writes The Associated Press' Ron Harris in his review.
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Refinery29 on MSNI Took My First Trip To Nashville & Fell In Love With Country MusicAs a native New Yorker, this was my first time in Nashville and my first country music festival. The best part? I got to experience it all with my boyfriend. It was his first time
"Long live CMA Fest," Sarah Trahern, CEO of the Country Music Association, bellowed to the June 5 crowd. More than 300 artists signed up to sing, strum and jam. For 80 acts, this was the first time playing at the event in front of tourists from all 50 states and 33 countries.
Country singer Conner Smith allegedly struck and killed 77-year-old Dorothy Dobbins in a Nashville crosswalk, according to a press release shared by the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department.
Every June, country music fans from all over the world descend upon Nashville for CMA Fest. This annual event (originally called Fan Fair when it began in 1972) brings fans and country artists together over several days for shows, meet and greets, and much more.
“I did grow up in country music,” Michelle responded, per iHeart Radio. “I’m from Memphis, Tennessee. I got a scholarship for yodeling — that’s how I paid for college… I didn’t fly here — I grew here.”