Farewell Loretta Lynn

All longtime readers of this site know I am no fan of country music, except in some limited situations, including Dolly Parton and Loretta Lynn. Today, Lynn died at age 90 at her home in Tennessee. Her family released a statement to the Associated Press:

“Our precious mom, Loretta Lynn, passed away peacefully this morning, October 4th, in her sleep at home in her beloved ranch in Hurricane Mills." They asked for privacy as they grieve and said a memorial will be announced later.

Sometimes it isn't all about Glam or rock. It's about an appreciation for music overall, including genius and pioneers like Lynn.

Loretta Lynn, the Kentucky coal miner’s daughter whose frank songs about life and love as a woman in Appalachia pulled her out of poverty and made her a pillar of country music, has died. She was 90. https://t.co/ATdwml7dpA

— The Associated Press (@AP) October 4, 2022

Comments

[Him]

RIP Loretta Lynn. Like you said, Allyson, there are legends in every genre.

And there are also those in other genres that I don't really like that, when they pass, cause as much sadness for their fans as it does when one of my metal muses dies.

My grandfather absolutely adored LL. I listened to her literally at his knee when I was a wee one. It was a family event when we watched CMD, even if my dad preferred Caruso and Charlie Pride(?!?!).

Again, RIP.

[fletch]

Meanwhile, for those who missed it. Jann Wenner has a new book out. He appeared on Howard this past Monday. I just got done listening for the third time.

It's that good. Check it out.