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Nashville is a music city. Every city, town or street has something unique that it has to offer; something that is so inherent to the nature of the place that it is what defines its essence. The essence of Nashville is that both the place and the people are warm, friendly and welcoming and have something for each and everyone. Correctly known as the music city and the Athens of the south, Nashville attracts thousands of people every year to taste its culture, music and some delightful sightseeing and live music concerts! If you are looking for a place where you want it all- music, museums, historical sites, sports, theme parks, entertainment, festivals, food then Nashville, the capital of the Tennessee state and county seat of Davidson County, is the place to be.

Nashville tourist attractions that are a must

  • Country Music Hall: A major tourist hub in the downtown entertainment district, it houses the best of the country’s musical past and present. From historic clips, exhibits to live performances, if you want to experience the journey of music at its best, then you absolutely must visit this musical museum.
  • The Grand Ole Opry: The platform for any country music artist who plans to make it big in the music industry someday, and for all those who have. Loretta Lynn, Patsy Cline, Dolly Parton, Tex Ritter and Minni Pearl are some of the stalwarts of country music how have performed at the Grand Ole Opry. Famous for its blue and rhythm performer, the Opry is known for launching the best talent in the music industry today.
  • Country Wax Museum: Boasting some great wax craftsmanship this wax museum sure must be on your visiting list. Historical figures such as Chet Atkins and Hank Williams stand tall and proud in this venue. Add to that the beautiful wax immortalization of stars such as Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, Alan Jackson and Loretta Lynn. Make sure you visit the place and get loads of pictures clicked with some of the biggest names in the music world.

The Tennessee State Museum in Nashville is one other place that attracts a plethora of tourists each year and boasts a whopping sixty thousand square feet of wonderful exhibits and a ten thousand square feet hall that is always changing. Special concert events are performed at the delightful Nashville Symphony Concert Hall with over a hundred pop and classical songs being performed at the venue, something that every music lover is bound to enjoy.

Nashville is overflowing with both talent and opportunities

Nashville is a city that is overflowing with both talent and opportunities, from huge superstars and artists from around the globe performing at the many festivals, you also have the latest talent in music being launched and relished at live performances in almost every club and park at Nashville. Nashville


Taylor Swift, born in December 1989, is a rising superstar in the music world. At such a young age, she has been able to appeal and capture fans from all over the world. This American pop singer is a song writer, guitarist as well as a good actress. She made her debuted in the music world in 2006 with “Tim McGraw” which reached sixth position on Billboard country charts. And later in October of the same year, she released another album “Taylor Swift” with five major hit singles and the album got certified with 3X Multi-platinum. This album was for sure a delight experience for pop music lovers.

The great ability of writing makes her songs potential hits. Swift is a great music artist with beautiful and delighting voice, writing skills and guitar playing skills as well. She has a very rare ability of infusing conventions of country music within modern themes. Taylor Swift has been able to create her mark in the music industry and has taken pop music and country music with storm.

The best thing about her songs is that she includes her personal experience in them and takes the listener to their young and teen age when one experiences the most beautiful feeling of love.

Albums of Swift:
Taylor Swift 2006
Fearless 2008

Famous tracks:
Teardrops on my Guitar
Just to see you smile
Last Christmas
Picture to burn
Should’ve said no
Love story
White horse
Forever & Always

EP’s:
Sounds of the Season: The Taylor Swift Holiday Collection 2007
Beautiful Eyes 2008

Apart from being a singer, guitarist, piano player and song writer, the talented Swift is working on a movie Valentine’s Day which is all set to release in 2010. Otherwise she has worked in music videos such as Online, 2007; Best days of your life, 2008 and also played a small role in Hannah Montana: The movie.

Taylor Swift has been reported to be one of the most visited artists on MySpace.

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