Here Are the 2024 Inductees to the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame
When it comes to the world of music, especially country music, folks often think of Nashville, Tennessee. Of course, it is the mecca of all things hee-haw and honky tonk, but without Kentucky? We wouldn't have many of the legendary artists we all know and love today.
Iconic Kentucky Musicians
The Everly Brothers, Bill Monroe, Montgomery Gentry, The Judds, Chris Stapleton, and the one and only Loretta Lynn. Just to name a small portion of the list. There have been so many influential Kentuckians in the music industry throughout history, that we have our very own Music Hall of Fame.
Where is the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame and Museum?
The Kentucky Music Hall of Fame and Museum was founded in 2002 in Mt.Vernon, KY. Even though the state is known for Bluegrass and Country music, you can find memorabilia from all genres on display in the museum. Hall of Fame Inductees also come from all walks of musical life.
Who Was Inducted into the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame in 2024?
Every two to four years, a new class of inductees is chosen. This year, the following bands and individuals were honored:
- Southern Rock Band, Black Stone Cherry
- Karl Shannon, legendary country radio personality
- gospel singer, Rodney Griffin
- Musician and infamous nightclub owner, Bobby Mackey
- Paul Martin, musician
- Jimmy Mattingly, Grammy-nominated Grand Master Fiddler
- The McLain Family Band
- Front House Engineer, Billy Moore (the first crew inductee)
- Ruble Sanderson, Stage on Broadway, Tootsie's owner
- Sturgill Simpson, Grammy-nominated songwriter, musician, actor
- Charlie Sizemore, Bluegrass singer, songwriter, and guitarist
- "King of the Honky Tonks" Gary Stewart
Here is a video of Sturgill Simpson's induction by actor Danny McBride
To plan your visit or see Inductee classes dating back to 2002, you can visit the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame and Museum website.
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