Channel Country Music Hall of Fame to Debut in 2022
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The Channel Country Music Hall of Fame will open in 2022, paying tribute to the region’s country music heritage and the artists who have made it so special.
Introduction
The Channel Country Music Hall of Fame is set to open its doors in 2022, honoring the contributions of country music artists from Australia’s Channel Country region.
The Channel Country Music Hall of Fame will be located in the town of Longreach in Queensland, and will celebrate the country music artists who have made a significant contribution to the genre from the region.
The Hall of Fame will feature interactive displays and exhibits on the history of country music in the Channel Country, as well as a performance space for live music.
The project is being funded by the Queensland Government and is expected to create up to 30 jobs during construction and operation.
History of the Channel Country Music Hall of Fame
The Channel Country Music Hall of Fame will debut in 2022. The brainchild of country music fans Joanne and Bill Meek, the Hall will celebrate the history and contributions of the Channel Country music scene.
The Channel Country music scene is a unique and vital part of Australia’s national identity. It developed in outback Queensland, in the towns and stations of the remoteChannel Country region.
The Channel Country music sound is a distinctive blend of country, folk and blues, with a dash of rockabilly thrown in for good measure. It’s a sound that has been shaped by the tough outback environment, and by the resilient people who live there.
Over the years, the Channel Country music scene has produced some of Australia’s most beloved country artists, including Slim Dusty, Anne Kirkpatrick, Troy Cassar-Daley and Jasmine Rae.
The Meek’s goal is to create a permanent home for the Channel Country music story, and to ensure that this vital part of our musical heritage is never forgotten.
The Inductees
The Channel Country Music Hall of Fame will induct its first members in 2022.
The Hall of Fame will be located in the heart of the Channel Country, in Longreach, Queensland.
The inaugural inductees will be announced in early 2022, prior to the official opening of the Hall of Fame.
The Location
The Channel Country Music Hall of Fame will be located in the heart of Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia. The attraction will sit on the banks of the Peel River, in close proximity to the city’s main shopping district and other attractions.
The Hall of Fame will be housed in a purpose-built facility that will feature interactive exhibits and displays, as well as a performance space and cafe. The attraction is being developed by a team of leading music and museum professionals, and is being funded by the Australian government.
The Channel Country Music Hall of Fame is scheduled to open in 2022.
The Events
The Channel Country Music Hall of Fame will debut in October 2022, organisers have announced.
The not-for-profit organisation will be based in St George, in Queensland’s south-west, and will honour country music performers with strong links to the region.
Founding president Lachlan Hurse said the hall of fame would be a major boost for tourism in the area.
“This is a real coup for theChannel Countryand will put us on the map as a must-visit destination for country music lovers from all over Australia and abroad,” Mr Hurse said.
“We’ve already had a lot of interest from people wanting to be involved and we’re looking forward to working with the local community to make this a reality.”
The Channel Country Music Hall of Fame will be housed in the St George Visitor Information Centre, which is currently being refurbished.
Mr Hurse said it would feature interactive displays and exhibits honouring some of the country music performers with strong links to the region.
“This is an exciting project that will showcase our rich country music heritage and bring some great benefits to our community,” he said.
The Future
The Channel Country Music Association (CCMA) is excited to announce that the Channel Country Music Hall of Fame will debut in 2022. The Hall of Fame will be located in Tamworth, NSW, and will honour the region’s country music heritage and stars.
The CCMA has been working closely with the Tamworth Regional Council to secure a suitable location for the Hall of Fame, and we are thrilled to have found a home for it in the heart of the country music capital.
The Hall of Fame will showcase the stories of the pioneers who paved the way for today’s country music stars, as well as honouring the contributions of contemporary artists. It will be a must-see destination for country music fans from all over Australia and beyond.
We are currently in the process of finalising the design and construction plans for the Hall of Fame, and we will be providing updates on its progress in the coming months. We look forward to welcoming everyone to Tamworth in 2022 to celebrate the official launch of the Channel Country Music Hall of Fame.
