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Country Music Hall Of Fame And Museum To Open Its Annual 'American Currents' Exhibit
by Jeff Lynn
January 24, 2023 at 1:56 PM (PT)
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Miranda Lambert's jumpsuit will be on display (Photo: Bob Delevante for the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum))
THE COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM in NASHVILLE will bring back its annual exhibit, "American Currents: State of the Music," which offers perspective on Country music's latest chapter. Opening on MARCH 8th, the exhibit will run through FEBRUARY of 2024.
"American Currents" examines the genre over the past year, exploring musical developments, artist achievements, and notable events as determined by the museum's curators and editorial staff. This year's exhibit will feature the works of LUKE COMBS, CHARLEY CROCKETT, SIERRA FERRELL, RHIANNON GIDDENS, ASHLEY GORLEY, HARDY, CODY JOHNSON, WYNONNA JUDD, MIRANDA LAMBERT, ASHLEY McBRYDE, PARKER McCOLLUM, SCOTTY McCREERY, REBA McENTIRE, AMANDA SHIRES, BILLY STRINGS, MOLLY TUTTLE, SHANIA TWAIN, MORGAN WALLEN and LAINEY WILSON.
"American Currents" also includes a video compilation of important Country music moments from 2022. In addition, the exhibit recaps the year’s chart-topping Country albums, singles, and highest-grossing tours. In support of the exhibition’s opening, the museum will host Songwriter Sessions with MIKO MARKS and SUNNY SWEENEY on MARCH 11th.
COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM CEO KYLE YOUNG said, "Each year, through the "American Currents" exhibit, the museum documents and reports on the music and events that helped shape the previous year, examining a wide scope of contributions. Last year, we witnessed innovative collaborations, varied musical perspectives, and well-deserved honors for emerging artists and established luminaries. 'American Currents' allows us to highlight these moments and artists, sharing their significance in Country music history."