Frankie Lynn Staton
@statonfrankie
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singer-songwriter // pianist // entertainer
Nashville, TN
Joined February 2012
A special thank you to @billboard for their story on my @opry debut! Last night was a very special moment in my life. Thanks to all of those there in body and spirit. https://t.co/t6WjUyy8aB via @billboard
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Singer-songwriter Staton, who was instrumental in launching the Black Country Music Association, has long been a champion for Black country artists and musicians.
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I had the honor of being featured alongside other seasoned musicians on Nashville Public Television’s latest Aging Matters documentary. Check it out here to learn about some of our experiences navigating a career in music:
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When the Gig Is Up, our latest #AgingMatters documentary, premieres on-air and online TONIGHT at 8. Hear people talk about how pursuing music has affected their financial lives and retirement options. A panel discussion follows at 8:30 p.m. https://t.co/KKbjBWXjjH
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Nontraditional workers navigate life without the security of health & financial benefits.
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I had the pleasure of speaking about some of my music journey with @nashville_banner The full interview can be listened to here:
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Beyoncé has changed the conversation around African Americans and country music, but Frankie Staton has been plugging away for decades.
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Hear from @StatonFrankie and @ValierieH on the Black Country Music Association, featured in this year’s installment of "American Currents: State of the Music." See the exhibit, open through Feb. 2024: https://t.co/C5e6lHoKmo
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My Opry debut still feels like a dream I haven't woken up from. Thank you to the entire team at the @opry for making one of my dreams come true.
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Toby Keith Gives Cancer Update, Says He Hopes To Tour By End Of Year
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Spent some time in the John Prine Park in the great state of Kentucky, yesterday! John was one of my heroes here in Nashville, Tn., and is missed by the songwriting community!
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Went to see the Red Mountain Bluegrass Band burn it up at the Station Inn ! Go Jeff !!!!!
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Looking forward to being a part of the @wxpnfm show on @worldcafe tonight with @BlackOpry. Watch/listen here at 8:00PM EST:
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The Black Opry Residency created by WXPN and The Black Opry to foster artist development and expand audiences for Black Americana artists.
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A special thank you to Forrest Sanders and @NC5 for another beautiful story!
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A woman worked tirelessly for years in the hopes of changing country music in a meaningful way. Today, she's finally seeing major recognition.
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For the @Tennessean, I visited @countrymusichof and spoke with @GettinSweenered, @HardyMusic, @JordanCWDavis, @MikoMarks, and @statonfrankie -- among many at the opening of the year-long American Currents exhibition https://t.co/aUyBpYs2Rc
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Continuing exhibit highlights the past year of country music's evolving history, diverse sounds and broad cultural influence
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What’s better than a cup of coffee in the morning? A cup of coffee in the morning on @WSMradio’s “Coffee, Country and Cody” while sharing laughs with a fun crew!
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@SoulCountry1 @BlackOpry Thank you so much ! There was just a re- release of my soul music in Germany. It has been a part of Nortgern Soul for many years.
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One of my dreams I set to achieve 42 years ago when I moved to Nashville was to perform on the @opry. On February 7th, 2023 that dream will become a reality. Come out for a special evening: https://t.co/S93Uddinps
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