October 19 is recognized as National Kentucky Day! According to the National Day Calendar, “On October 19, National Kentucky Day recognizes the 15th state to be granted statehood.

The Bluegrass State became the first to enter the union west of the Appalachian Mountains. Home to the Kentucky Derby, Fort Knox and the birthplace of one the nation’s most beloved presidents, Kentucky is bordered by rivers on three of its four boundaries.

Musical roots run deep in Kentucky.  There’s opportunity from ancient history to modern day to explore all variety of music the state holds dear.  Of course, it’s called The Bluegrass State for a reason!”

Here’s a list of artists you may or may not have known are from Kentucky!

1. Loretta Lynn – born in Butcher Hollow, KY
2. Chris Stapleton – born in Paintsville, KY
3. Dwight Yoakam – born in Pikeville, KY
4. Sturgill Simpson – born in Jackson, KY
5. Bill Monroe – born in Rosine, KY
6. Ricky Skaggs – born in Lawrence County, KY
7. John Conlee – born in Versailles, KY
8. Billy Ray Cyrus – born in Flatwoods, KY
9. Wynonna Judd – born in Ashland, KY
10. Naomi Judd – born in Ashland, KY
11. Tyler Childers – born in Lawrence County, KY
12. Crystal Gayle – born in Paintsville, KY