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Shayla McDaniel’s journey to music was built on curiosity, faith, and the power of figuring it out "I grew up in the church, so that was my first exposure to music, specifically live music,” Shayla McDaniel says. Drawn to sound from a…
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From small-town roots to center stage, Cruz Contreras follows the pull of music Cruz Contreras didn’t set out to be a frontman. “I just wanted to be a piano player and take a solo now and again,” he says. But life had other plans—plans…
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From banjo to bass, Daniel Kimbro finds peace in the process of learning When you talk to Daniel Kimbro, one thing becomes clear pretty quickly—this guy doesn’t just play music; he lives it. “My parents were super musical folks… always…
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Christina “Redd” Daugherty navigates a new chapter as both musician and business owner, balancing passion for what’s next and the legacy of a dear friend In the heart of Knoxville’s music scene, one name has emerged as a beacon of…
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East TN's own Milkman & The Big Band takes fans along for a growing ride There are many modern-day musicians who trace their musical origins tothe Beatles. Dino Nassios is one of them. A lover of technology and computers, Dino never…
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Terry Adams has found a way to couple his day job with his passion for playing You might know Terry Adams by his day job in Knoxville. He's spent the last 20 years working as a lawyer and business owner. But what you might not know is…
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A dive inside Knoxville’s own Julius Blue and the influences that brought his talents to life Julius Blue is that kind of musician you admire. Not only because he plays five instruments, sings, directs, and scores music for film and tv,…
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Lenoir City's Ethan Vincil relishes moments on the Grand Ole Opry stage, solidifying his path in the country music industry Lenoir City native Ethan Vincil found his voice while singing in church. By middle school, he had learned guitar…
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The Chillbillies are making a change in our community, both on the stage and within their day jobs The Chillbillies' history dates back to the 1980s. At a concert for a gospel group in 1988 that year, founding member George Massengill…
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Ed Snodderly’s lyrics and sound speak to our roots in East Tennessee Growing up, Ed Snodderly spent a lot of time in the countryside of East Tennessee. His grandfather, who owned a general store in Piedmont, would become an early…
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