Loretta Lynn photo courtesy of the Grand Ole Opry.
Last week, Loretta Lynn got doubly good news when her “Coal Miner’s Daughter” was entered into the National Recording Registry and Vintage Books announced it was re-releasing her autobiography in September.
Now her autumn schedule is looking even more attractive. The Recording Academy has announced that Loretta will be recognized during the second Grammy Salute To Country Music Oct. 12 at the historic Ryman Auditorium. During the night, she’ll receive the Recording Academy President’s Merit Award. She’ll also be given her Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award; she was unable to attend in January when the Academy recognized her — alongside Bobby Darin and Michael Jackson — with that honor in January.
“We are delighted to be paying homage to Loretta Lynn, a true country music pioneer and cultural icon, whose distinctive musical style has confronted social issues while remaining wildly entertaining,” Neil Portnow, President/CEO of The Recording Academy, says. “It is only fitting that we celebrate Loretta at our Salute To Country Music event, as she has worked diligently to ensure that country music remains a vital part of our culture, and has paved the way for many of today’s talented artists and likely for generations to come.”
Last year’s inaugural Grammy Salute To Country honored Vince Gill in a star-studded ceremony that featured appearances by Brad Paisley, Alison Krauss, Amy Grant, Michael McDonald and Steve Martin.
It’s a safe bet that Loretta’s event will be well-stocked with stars, too. Not only is she one of the genre’s most-loved performers, but there’s also a tribute album in the works for 2010. Presumably, several of the artists that pay homage in that package will want to participate in the Grammy Salute. The names of the tribute-contributing acts have, thus far, been kept secret.
The Oct. 12 timing of Loretta’s salute is perfect. Oct. 15 will mark 50 years since she made her Grand Ole Opry debut at the Ryman, the very stage where she’ll be honored by the Academy.
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Miss Loretta deserves every accolade that she receives. She's is truly a country music icon. Go Loretta! We love you!
I have been lucky enough to meet Loretta Lynn twice. She is so gracious and sweet. Loretta, I will never tire of your music and love you. There is no voice like yours and never will be. Thank you for just being you.
Well deserved! I love that "Coal Miner's Daughter" is still recieving the credit it deserves! A few modern country artists could learn a lot from her; singing about real, country, life, not just a teenage heartbreak. Beautiful women, God given talent.
This is great!, Very well deserved all of this to one of the Classiest and classically beautiful women ever in Country music. Talent, genuine and just one of the best of all time in Country music. All of the females in country music today should strive to be just a litle bit as classy and genuine as this woman name Loretta Lynn is and has always been. CONGRATS ! to her and may she be around for a long time to come. Just a devoted fan.
Loretta Lynn is my mother's favorite singer, she says there's no one like her, and she's right.
Another great honor for my forever no.1 favorite singer.Can hardly wait for the tribute album,and also when Loretta’s next CD comes out as well.
Not only has Loretta paved the way for other star,she’s STILL paving the way for stars.she’s still touring,recording,and singign for us fans.And that’s the way we fans LOVE it!
Keep singing,recording and touring Loretta! We Love You.Keep using that beatiful voice God gave you.You are the greatest!
that is wonderful,Loretta is certainly deserving. and i hope Faith Hill is included in the tribute she sings "you ain't woman enough" really good. she is a big fan.