Ryman Auditorium Honors Musical Icons Little Jimmy Dickens and Bill Monroe with Life-Size Statues

Two of the most profound musical innovators in country and bluegrass music will forever remain part of the Soul of Nashville with the installation of life-size statues of Little Jimmy Dickens and Bill Monroe at the historic Ryman Auditorium. The Ryman, which is recognized as the Soul of Nashville, was founded as a beacon of …

Country Music Icon Little Jimmy Dickens Passes Away

It is with a heavy heart to report that Country Music Icon and Grand Ole Opry star Little Jimmy Dickens passed away today, January 2, at the age of 94.  Dickens passed of cardiac arrest after being hospitalized from a stroke on Christmas Day.  Dickens is a highly respected member of the country music community, …