From the very early years of her career, Connie Smith idolized Loretta Lynn, and remained in awe of her musical idol — and later close friend — until Lynn passed away on October 4 when she was 90 years old. “Loretta always cared,” Smiths tells The Tennessean. “She opened doors to success for all of us and was a…
Dierks Bentley and Connie Smith are among the newest inductees into the Music City Walk of Fame. The two singers were inducted on Tuesday, April 5, alongside Keb’ Mo’ and Bobby Bare. Marty Stuart, one of Bentley’s biggest influences, praised Bentley during the ceremony. “When I met Dierks and shook his hand, I knew he belonged. I knew that he was here…
Dierks Bentley and Connie Smith are among the latest class of inductees into the Music City Walk of Fame, along with Keb’ Mo’ and Bobby Bare. The four artists will be inducted in a special ceremony on April 5, at the Music City Walk of Fame Park. “We are proud to bring back a Music City Walk of Fame…
