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Willie Nelson's 'Bluegrass' Underlines His Lifelong Relationship with the Genre
Artist of the MonthJun 30, 2023

(Editor's Note: This conversation between Black Opry co-director Holly G and BGS executive director Amy Reitnouer Jacobs was moderated by journalist Jewly Hight and marks the culmination of our Artist of the Month coverage of Black Opry. Find more on Black Opry here.) “I just wrote this down, because I need to look at this…

Willie Nelson's 'Bluegrass' Underlines His Lifelong Relationship with the Genre
Artist of the MonthJun 29, 2023

We're sad to say goodbye to June and lose the Black Opry as our official Artist of the Month, but just as the Black Opry carries on elevating Black country artists and fans through showcases, touring, and community building, we look forward to supporting their endeavors for years to come. We have one more session…

Willie Nelson's 'Bluegrass' Underlines His Lifelong Relationship with the Genre
Artist of the MonthJun 15, 2023

Rissi Palmer and Miko Marks have been laying the foundation for country musicians and fans who are Black for almost 20 years. Back in the early 2000s, both experienced the trials and tribulations of being Black women in country. Despite their successes and large growing fanbase, they were separately discouraged by the ceilings and roadblocks…

Willie Nelson's 'Bluegrass' Underlines His Lifelong Relationship with the Genre
Artist of the MonthJun 6, 2023

As we celebrate the Black Opry as our Artist of the Month for June, we're excited to premiere another live session from this year's Cayamo cruise. In true Black Opry fashion they hosted memorable collaborations and celebrations onboard, from Black Opry Revue writers' rounds, to a Motown vs. Stax tribute set hosted by Devon Gilfillian,…

Willie Nelson's 'Bluegrass' Underlines His Lifelong Relationship with the Genre
Artist of the MonthJun 1, 2023

(Editor's Note: To kick off our Artist of the Month coverage for June, we asked legendary musician, songwriter, and co-founder of the Black Country Music Association, Frankie Staton, to discuss and explore the vital work of the Black Opry. Scroll to find our Essential Black Opry Playlist below.) Holly G wanted a safe place to not…