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sports3 days ago•1 min saved

Henderson Returns to Tennessee, Reverses Transfer Plan

Tennessee guard Troy Henderson announced on Instagram that he will return to Tennessee rather than transfer, reversing an earlier plan after conversations with his family and coach Rick Barnes. The freshman appeared in 28 games in a reserve role this season, averaging 1.8 points in 6.9 minutes and shooting 33.3% from three, with a career-high 9 points against Gardner–Webb, and has been dealing with a shoulder injury that could require surgery. Henderson now joins Dewayne Brown as players choosing to stay with the Volunteers, while Nate Ament and Ethan Burg have yet to announce their plans for next season.

via On3|

#college-basketball #rocky-top #sports

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

Dolly Parton and Peyton Manning Unite for Memorable 'Rocky Top' Performance

Peyton Manning escorted Dolly Parton onto the field at the Tennessee-Georgia game, where she performed a special rendition of "Rocky Top." The appearance of Parton had been highly anticipated, and fans were treated to a concert by the Queen of country music. Parton also released a rock album this week, featuring collaborations with musical legends. Despite Tennessee's struggles in the game, fans enjoyed the performance.

via Outkick|

#dolly-parton #entertainment #georgia

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Dolly Parton's Presence at Neyland Stadium Boosts Tennessee's Hopes Against Georgia"

Dolly Parton announced on Instagram that she will be at Neyland Stadium to cheer on the Tennessee Volunteers as they take on Georgia. This comes as part of her partnership with Tennessee athletics, which includes a co-branded merchandise line and an exclusive Vols edition of her upcoming album "Rockstar." The game will start at 3:30 p.m. and will be CBS's final broadcast in Neyland Stadium under the current SEC television contract.

via Knoxville News Sentinel|

#dolly-parton #georgia #neyland-stadium

music2 years ago•2 min saved

Bluegrass Legend Bobby Osborne, Singer of "Rocky Top," Passes at 91

Bobby Osborne, one-half of the bluegrass duo The Osborne Brothers and known for popularizing "Rocky Top," has passed away at the age of 91. The Grand Ole Opry confirmed his death and praised his legacy as a bluegrass pioneer. The Osborne Brothers achieved international fame with their hit song "Rocky Top" and performed together for over five decades. Bobby Osborne continued to record and perform even in his advanced years, earning a Grammy nomination in 2017. He was recognized for his dedication to bluegrass music and received the Governor's Awards in the Arts.

via CMT.com|

#bluegrass #bobby-osborne #legacy

music2 years ago•1 min saved

Bluegrass Icon Bobby Osborne Passes at 91

Bobby Osbourne, the Kentucky bluegrass legend and member of The Osbourne Brothers, known for hits like "Rocky Top," has passed away at the age of 91. Osbourne, a talented singer, yodeler, and guitarist, later became known for his signature mandolin playing. Alongside his brother Sonny, they toured with Bill Monroe and were inducted into the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame. Osbourne also taught at the Kentucky School of Bluegrass and Traditional Music and was honored by Governor Andy Beshear. His legacy as a pioneer in the Bluegrass music industry and champion for Eastern Kentucky is remembered.

via WDRB|

#bluegrass-music #bobby-osbourne #kentucky

music2 years ago•2 min saved

Bluegrass icon Bobby Osborne passes away at 91.

Bobby Osborne, one half of the bluegrass duo The Osborne Brothers, has died at the age of 91. The group, known for popularizing the song "Rocky Top," was inducted into the International Bluegrass Hall of Honor in 1994. Osborne's brother and bandmate, Sonny, passed away in 2021. The Osborne Brothers were influential in the bluegrass genre, using distinctive three-part harmonies and being one of the first bands to use drums and electric instruments. Their version of "Rocky Top" became synonymous with East Tennessee and the University of Tennessee, and was made an official state song in 1982.

via WATE 6 On Your Side|

#bluegrass #bobby-osborne #music

obituary2 years ago•1 min saved

Bluegrass legend Bobby Osborne passes away at 91.

Bobby Osborne, a well-known musician from Eastern Kentucky and member of The Osborne Brothers, has died at the age of 91. Osborne was a pioneer in the bluegrass music industry and a champion for Eastern Kentucky. He was still performing and teaching at Hazard Community and Technical College’s Kentucky School of Bluegrass and Traditional Music in Leslie County. Osborne's most well-known song is "Rocky Top," which was named the Tennessee state song in 1982 and has been the anthem of the University of Tennessee athletics.

via WYMT|

#bluegrass-music #bobby-osborne #eastern-kentucky