Landmarks: The Stages of Country Music
Experience the sounds, feelings, history, people and stories behind the greatest venues of Country Music, as told by journalists, artists and the people who lived the legends.
Station Inn
See why artists such as Dierks Bentley, Carly Pearce, Lindsay Ell, the Bros. Osborne, and Jon Randall truly love the home of Bluegrass music in Nashville.
Gruene Hall
Known for introducing new acts like George Strait and Maren Morris, Gruene Hall is truly a unique place. Situated between Austin and San Antonio, hear the story of how Willie Nelson came to the rescue of this one-of-a kind dance hall.
Ryman
The history of the Mother Church, including the story of why Emmylou Harris gets credit for saving the Ryman, and why she is called the Ryman Angel. Plus, a backstage tour with Lindsay Ell, taking us on stage and behind the scenes.
Tootsie's
Hear from artists, like Terri Clark, who got their start at Tootsie’s. Revisit the legendary nights, when Cher showed up, when Steven Tyler got on stage, and when Hank Williams Jr. dropped by.
Billy Bob's
Billy Bob’s lives up to its billing as the World’s Largest Honky-Tonk. We celebrate 40 years of stories, performances, and Monkey Shots backstage with artists like Sara Evans, Charlie Worsham and Robert Earl Keen.
Exit/In
The Exit/In’s remarkable story of resilience is shared. From a listening room to a rock club to a country music showcase place, The Exit/In has been making a home for musical misfits for over fifty years.
Tennessee Theatre
The Tennessee Theatre is an architectural and musical gem. Built originally as a movie palace in the 1920’s, it has seen musicians take the stage from Emmylou Harris to Sugarland. Learn why countless artists simply call it a magical venue.
Stubbs
Bros. Osborne, Lindsay Ell, Charlie Worsham, Carly Pearce, Tyler Farr, and Chris Janson all share some of their favorite memories from the best smelling music venue in the country.
Bluebird Café
The Bluebird Café has celebrated songwriters for almost 40 years. Recount the stories of how the Bluebird launched careers of artists like Garth Brooks and Taylor Swift, and provided a place for songwriters in Nashville to share their stories and songs.
Opry
Explore the history of the Opry House, from opening night in 1974 with President Richard Nixon to the flood of 2010 is told by the artists and performers who cherish the venue, the music, and the people behind the scenes.
Wildhorse Saloon
The Wildhorse Saloon has been an important part of the downtown Nashville music scene since 1994, as a live music spot, dance club and tv show venue and has hosted performances by everyone from Trace Adkins to Kenny Chesney to Shania Twain.
Live on Stage
Every artist remembers the first time they got up and sang in front of an audience. Hear how artists connect with their audiences and what makes those moments so special.
