In the spring of 2021, country music fan Holly G launched the blog and artist directory BlackOpry.com little suspecting what would come next. The site and its social media reach inspired an AmericanaFest gathering space - The Black Opry House - last September, which in turn inspired a touring Black Opry Revue that’s been filling theaters around the country since last October. On Monday night, the Black Opry’s official Anniversary Party takes place at the City Winery.
Disappointed, but not surprised. That’s how some musicians are reacting to Morgan Wallen’s appearance on one of Nashville’s most revered stages. Wallen was caught using a racial slur last year and later apologized.