Country Music Legend Alan Jackson Bids Farewell with Nashville Concert

In a move that will surely resonate with country music fans, legendary artist Alan Jackson has announced plans to hold a "finale" concert in Nashville, the city where his career began. The concert, scheduled for a date in the near future, will mark the end of an era for the beloved singer-songwriter.

Elsewhere, the recent GMA Dove Awards ceremony in Nashville showcased the diversity and vibrancy of the faith-based music scene. The event featured a range of genres, from rap and hip-hop to Southern gospel and contemporary country, all united by a common message of hope and inspiration. Standout performances included a collaboration between Brandon Lake and Jelly Roll, whose emotional acceptance speech encouraged the audience to "show them Jesus" and be a light in the world.

The Dove Awards also recognized the work of artists like Forrest Frank, who took home multiple honors, and CeCe Winans, who paid tribute to her longtime collaborator Shirley Caesar. The evening closed with a surprise appearance by Jon Batiste, who joined Jelly Roll and Brandon Lake for a rousing rendition of their award-winning song "Hard Fought Hallelujah."