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Rocky Top Trail: Explore the Foothills of East Tennessee

Sweeping Smoky Mountain vistas, charming small-town main streets, and delectable Appalachian-inspired cuisine. The Rocky Top stretch of the Discover Tennessee Trails & Byways invites you to slow down and savor the journey. Along the way, you’ll uncover historic landmarks, natural wonders and inviting roadside stops that reflect the rich spirit of East Tennessee.

Rocky Top Trail: Explore the Foothills of East Tennessee
Stax Museum of American Soul Music, Memphis, Tennessee

Tracing the Heartbeat of Tennessee Soul

Step into the places where soul music first took root and grew into a sound that moved the world. Along Tennessee Music Pathways: Soul, you’ll find museums, studios, festivals and historic venues that honor the artists, producers and communities who gave soul its unmistakable voice. Think Memphis legends and statewide stages, all of which continue to celebrate the genre, these stops invite you to experience Tennessee’s soulful story up close.

Tracing the Heartbeat of Tennessee Soul
Recording studio at Sun Studio in Memphis, TN with a microphone and guitars in view

Rock 'n' Roll Tennessee Music Pathway

This pathway traces Rock 'n' Roll's evolution from its cradle on Beale Street to the global stages of Nashville. Whether you are looking to stand in the room where the first rock record was cut or catch the next big alternative band in a dive bar, this trail proves that Tennessee has always been, and always will be, a state that knows how to rock.What is Rock 'n' Roll? Rock 'n' Roll is the direct descendant of the blues, amplified and accelerated into a global phenomenon. While often synonymous

Rock 'n' Roll Tennessee Music Pathway
Legends of Tennessee Music Museum in Jackson, Tennessee

Rockabilly and Legends: Travel the Walking Tall Trail

This exciting 360-mile trail exploresthe people of West Tennessee who have stood tall to fight for justice, create new genres of music and change the status quo. On this trail, uncover hidden treasures in small town squares, hear the hitmakers who created blues and rockabilly, and discover the artistry of made-from-scratch meals. Check out these stops to get started on your West Tennessee road trip.

Rockabilly and Legends: Travel the Walking Tall Trail
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Feel the Blues on Tennessee Music Pathways

Feelin' blue? trace the paths of blues legends through its early 20th century birth to the rise of rock n' roll. This pathway holds modern music venues, interactive museums, beautiful murals and the rare opportunity to hear the emotional power of the blues legacy. With names like Bessie Smith and B.B. King-- this is one set-list you won't want to skip.

Feel the Blues on Tennessee Music Pathways
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Discover Country Stars along the Country Tennessee Music Pathway

The Country Tennessee Music Pathway leads you through Nashville, Knoxville, Johnson City and Bristol as well as small towns where country music stars were born and memoralized. Follow the pathway from the "Big Boom of Country Music" to museums and home sites rich with stories of country legends like Loretta Lynn, Ernie Ford and Patsy Cline.

Discover Country Stars along the Country Tennessee Music Pathway
Ryman Auditorium stage in Nashville, TN

Gospel Stops on the Tennessee Music Pathways

Good news: gospel music is alive and well in Tennessee. "Fly Away" on Tennessee Music Pathways and tune into the gospel history of Tennessee's musical fabric. African American spirituals, popularized church hymns, and Grammy Award-Winning ballads echo through these musical heritage stops.

Gospel Stops on the Tennessee Music Pathways
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Discover the Bluegrass Tennessee Music Pathway

Tennessee's rich bluegrass history is on full display on the Tennessee Music Pathways. Learn about bluegrass greats by day and enjoy the spirited toe-tapping music in venues across the state by night. Check out these rural and riveting bluegrass music stops.

Discover the Bluegrass Tennessee Music Pathway

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