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The Tennessee Conservative [By Jason Vaughn] –
A bevy of A-list musicians are coming to Nashville the weekend to pay tribute to legendary Country Music artist, Loretta Lynn.
Ms. Loretta passed from this world on October 4th at age 90 leaving behind a vast array of unforgettable songs and an everlasting impact on Country Music and beyond.
Family, friends and longtime fans will gather on Sunday night, October 30th, in Music City at the Grand Ole Opry – a venue that became the spiritual home for a genre that Ms. Loretta helped shape.
The family of Ms. Loretta said, “Our family is so deeply touched by the overwhelming outpouring of love and support since losing our mom. We are amazed at the number of people hoping to attend her memorial on October 30. It was always her request that, in addition to invited guests, some of her fans be able to attend. Truly, you were her friends and she loved you so much!”
The night will be filled with stories and music performed by some that knew her best and appreciated her music the most.
Speakers and Performers will include:
- Barbara Mandrell
- Crystal Gayle
- George Strait
- Faith Hill
- Keith Urban
- Darius Rucker
- Little Big Town
- The Highwomen’s Brandi Carlile, Amanda Shires and Natalie Hemby with Brittney Spencer
- Margo Price
- Sheryl Crow
- Tanya Tucker
- Emmy Russell & Lukas Nelson
- Martina McBride
- Wynonna Judd
“Today” co-host Jenna Bush Hager will serve as the emcee.
According to a news release, more performers and guests will likely be announced prior to the event.
The show is slated to air LIVE and commercial-free at 6PM Central Time / 7PM Eastern on CMT.
Repeat airings will be at 7PM Central on November 2nd and at 10AM Central on November 6th.
A total of 1,500 free tickets were already distributed to fans on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Additional tickets are wait-listed, but fans can register for the event HERE.
More information available at lorettalynn.com.
About the Author: Jason Vaughn, Media Coordinator for The Tennessee Conservative ~ Jason previously worked for a legacy publishing company based in Crossville, TN in a variety of roles through his career. Most recently, he served as Deputy Director for their flagship publication. Prior, he was a freelance journalist writing articles that appeared in the Herald Citizen, the Crossville Chronicle and The Oracle among others. He graduated from Tennessee Technological University with a Bachelor’s in English-Journalism, with minors in Broadcast Journalism and History. Contact Jason at news@TennesseeConservativeNews.com
