Arriving at church for my mother’s funeral, I didn’t know if I could sing for her

On the morning of my mom’s funeral, I arrived at the church before everyone else. Soon, people would begin trickling in. But ...
American Songwriter

On This Day in 1953, One of Country Music’s Greatest Pioneers Was Laid To Rest in Alabama With Nearly 25,000 in Attendance

Hank Williams died young on New Year's Day in 1953, and his January 4 funeral was one of the biggest in country music history.
NPR

All Songs Considered

January 9, 2026 • Dry Cleaning. Jenny on Holiday. An introspective debut from Mon Rovîa. Stephen Thompson from NPR Music is joined by Celia Gregory from WNXP in Nashville to talk about their favorite ...