Tammy Wynette, the undeniable legendary country music icon, was honored with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement GRAMMY Award alongside Gladys Knight, Donna Summer, the Clark Sisters, Laurie Anderson, and N.W.A. during GRAMMY week at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre on February 3, 2024. This accolade is a testament to Wynette’s unparalleled contribution to the country music genre throughout her illustrious career. Wynette, the mother of country music artist Georgette Jones, known for her emotive storytelling and heartfelt ballads, has left an indelible mark on the industry.
“Congratulations to the legendary country music icon, Tammy Wynette, for receiving a well-deserved Grammy Award! It is truly a testament to her phenomenal talent and enduring contribution to the industry. The recognition she has received is a symbol of her unmatched artistry and the impact she has made on generations of music lovers. This incredible honor also extends to Tammy's daughter, Georgette Jones, who has followed in her mother's footsteps with remarkable talent and dedication. Georgette's influence and support have surely played an important role in Tammy's success, making this award even more meaningful,” said said Dr. Gerald Murray, artist manager and booking agent for Georgette Jones.
Tammy Wynette's music has resonated with audiences around the world, with timeless hits like "Stand by Your Man" and "D-I-V-O-R-C-E." Her unwavering commitment to storytelling through her songs and her incredible voice have solidified her place as one of the greatest country music stars of all time.
Wynette's unwavering dedication to her craft, combined with her distinctive style, propelled her to iconic status within the country music community. Her music became timeless, transcending generations and continuing to inspire new artists today.
Here’s what the Recording Academy had to say about Wynette:
“Tammy Wynette first hit the musical scene in 1966 with ‘Apartment #9′ after moving to Nashville and teaming up with record producer Billy Sherrill. Together, the duo wrote songs that reflected the yearnings and the things Wynette felt were important in her life. In 1968, Wynette released ‘Stand By Your Man,’ which sold more than five million singles and became the largest-selling single ever recorded by a female artist. By 1970, she racked up five No. 1 country hits, was named the Country Music Association’s Female Vocalist of the Year three times, and won two Grammys. Wynette was the first female country music singer to sell over one million albums and has sold more than 30 million records grossing more than $100 million, earning her the title ‘The First Lady of Country Music.’”
This coveted award recognizes the unparalleled impact that Wynette had on the industry and her enduring legacy. From her timeless hits to her impeccable artistry and stage presence, Wynette embodied the true essence of country music. Her songs, often exploring themes of love, heartbreak, and resilience, struck a chord with listeners from all walks of life.
Receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award is a fitting recognition of Tammy Wynette's enduring legacy and the profound influence she has had on country music. Her contributions will forever be cherished, and her impact on the genre will serve as an inspiration for generations to come. Tammy Wynette was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1998, the same year she passed away at the age of 55 on April 6th.
"Once again, congratulations to Tammy Wynette and Georgette Jones on this well-deserved Grammy Award. Their musical legacy continues to inspire and captivate audiences, and this recognition is a shining testament to their enduring impact on the industry." said Dr. Gerald Murray.
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Georgette Jones Honors Her Mother’s Music and Legacy on the Grand Ole Opry Country Classics Show "Salute To Tammy Wynette"
Georgette Jones honors her mother on the Grand Ole Opy stage
Georgette Jones with her husband Jamie Lennon, Grand Ole Opy stage
Country music star Georgette Jones, daughter of music superstars Tammy Wynette and George Jones, stood inside the historic Ryman circle on the Grand Ole Opry stage to perform for the "Opry Country Classics Salutes Tammy Wynette" show April 6, 2023. The show was broadcast live on WSM Radio.
On this consequential night, Jones honored her mother’s passing twenty-five years later by delivering to an elated and receptive audience a spectacular and stirring performance of Wynette’s "Till I Can Make It On My Own" and "My Man." Members of the Jones family were in attendance as well as her husband, Jamie Lennon, who played guitar for her set of songs. Jones' manager, Gerald Murray, and Gerald Murray Music consultant, Tom Long, were also in attendance.
Grand Ole Opry said on its Facebook page, "We were thrilled to have Georgette Jones step into the circle tonight singing "My Man" and "Til I Can Make It On My Own" to honor her mother, Tammy Wynette."
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This particular Opry Country Classics show highlighted the songs of Tammy Wynette on the 25th anniversary of the country music legend’s passing. Besides Georgette Jones, among those performing were Wendy Moten, Lauren Alaina, Chuck Mead, Lauren Mascitti, and Opry members The Gatlin Brothers, who were hosts for the evening.
Jones, speaking for herself and on behalf of her family, said, "On what is always a painful and sad day, we now have a wonderful memory to think about. The Opry had a wonderful night honoring our Mom. So thankful for being invited to be there and for me to get to participate. It's always an honor and thrill to be on that stage. Everyone was great, and to top it off, I got to have my husband play with me on the Opry for the first time. We had incredible friends in the audience who have no idea how much it meant to me that they came to support us! Y’all know who you are, and we thank you for ALWAYS being there for us. I missed my other son, Ryan, but he's in OK active duty AF and couldn't come. Thankfully, my son Kyle and his sweet wife, Abby, were there, along with my awesome sisters, Gwen and Jackie. What a wonderful and memorable night."
"The Opry and the Ryman were very important to mom. She grew up listening to the Opry on WSM and always dreamed of having the honor of playing there. It really meant the world to her to stand in the circle and be part of the Opry family. As a child, I ran the halls backstage along with many other artists’ children and grandchildren. I have the best memories of being there not only for Opry appearances but for award shows and TV shows as well. It was a big, extended family environment that I am grateful to have experienced," said Jones.
Since Georgette's parents were dubbed the "President and First Lady" of country music, she has earned the sobriquet "Country Music’s First Princess." From a young age, Georgette spent a lot of time with her parents learning her way around the Opry.
The Grand Ole Opry "circle" represents a part of the original location of the Grand Ole Opry, the Ryman Auditorium, when plans were being made to tear down the Ryman and build a chapel out of the bricks in the Opryland theme park so that the artists that came from that era would remember their times there.
The coveted historic circle was never painted, but it bears the scars and scuffs of legendary artists, entertainers, songwriters, and hosts. It has been over four decades since the circle was placed in its new home. To this day, the circle remains revered by any artist who has the honor to stand inside of it.
Importantly, on January 4, 1969, Tammy Wynette joined the cast of the Grand Ole Opry as a member. That same year, she won her second Grammy award for Best Country Vocal Performance, Female, for "Stand By Your Man."
The Country Classics concert series honors legendary country music performers and songs. The timeless hits by musicians like Johnny Cash, Patsy Line, Alan Jackson, and others are performed by contemporary artists with country music luminaries. Celebrity hosts, highlight performers, and fans of classic country all gather here to celebrate the tunes that helped Nashville become known as "Music City." The Opry's traditional country experience is this. Visit https://www.opry.com
Georgette Jones & her manager Gerald Murray Grand Ole Opry
Georgette Jones performing • Grand Ole Opry
Georgette Jones (left) performs with her mother Tammy Wynette (center).
Georgette Jones and her mother Tammy Wynette.
About Georgette Jones:
Known as “Country Music’s First Princess,” the second-generation country music artist performed "Daddy Come Home," a duet she had recorded with her father when she was 10 years old, on the 1981 HBO program "George Jones with a Little Help from His Friends." George and Georgette perform "You and Me and Time" on the last George Jones album before his death, "Burn Your Playhouse Down: The Unreleased Duets," which was released in 2008. A year after Tammy Wynette's death, Georgette paid tribute to her mother on Mother's Day 1999 with the song "I Hope You Knew.” Georgette has performed at the Grand Ole Opry House and at the iconic Ryman Auditorium.
In addition to singing and songwriting, she is also an author. She wrote the highly acclaimed biographical book, "The Three of Us: Growing Up with Tammy and George." The book reflects on life growing up with her famous parents. Jones’ book also provides us with an inside glimpse at the workings of the country music industry. She considers her own life of incorrect turns while looking for true love, her need for a home life, growing as a person, and continuing in the family musical tradition.
Georgette was recently a featured artist in Episode 2 of Jills Veranda Nashville, a Swedish Television/Warner Brothers International Television production hosted by Jill Johnson, Sweden’s Queen of Country Music. The show is streamed on Sveriges Television AB - SVTPLAY.
In the 2024 Showtime original series about her parents, George & Tammy, Jones is given writing credit for two episodes and is given creative control over how stories about her parents' often-tragic lives in Nashville are retold. She also appeared as a backup singer in the final episode of the series. The show is in large part derived from Jones’ book, "The Three of Us: Growing Up with Tammy and George." The limited series stars Oscar and Golden Globe winner Jessica Chastain and Oscar and Golden Globe nominee Michael Shannon.
Together with Leslie Jordan and Olivia Newton-John, Georgette appeared in five episodes of the 2008 television series Sordid Lives as her mother Tammy Wynette. Jones sang on the soundtrack for the program as well. Jones has appeared on other TV shows such as Crook and Chase, RFD-TV, Larry's Country Diner, and Tru Country.
As a solo artist, Jones has recorded five albums: "Slightly Used Woman" (2010), "Strong Enough to Cry" (2011), ’Till I Can Make It On My Own" (2013), "This Is Christmas" (2013), and Skin (2019), as well as the duet with her father, "You and Me and Time." She has also collaborated with other artists, including a duet with Billy Yates, "Golden Ring," a duet with Mark McGuinn, "Better a Painful Ending," which appears on McGuinn’s album "One Man's Crazy" (2015), and "I Know What You Did Last Night" feat. Vince Gill (2019).
Georgette has been enjoying her love of gaming and working toward bringing country music into gaming. Since childhood, she has enjoyed gaming. Gaming with others online presents the opportunity for her to connect directly with fans and grow her fan base.
Georgette Jones is currently touring across the USA, Canada, and overseas.
Country music singer, author, and actress Georgette Jones has signed an artist management deal with Gerald Murray Music. Tamala Georgette Jones is the daughter of country music legends and Hall of Fame couple, George Jones and Tammy Wynette.
"I'm thrilled to work with Gerald for many reasons, but I have to say this about him for sure: I don't trust many (especially in this business), but I have no doubts that Gerald is a man of his word and the hardest-working person I know. I'm looking forward to a long and great future ahead of us," said Jones.
The new management deal comes on the heels of Jones having worked for several years regarding show bookings with veteran music artist manager and owner of Gerald Murray Music, Dr. Gerald Murray.
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Manager and Agent Dr. Gerald Murray Cell: → [256-710-0029] Email: doctormkt@aol.com
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Georgette personally and working with her as an agent. I am extremely proud she has chosen us to help further her career endeavors and to work with her on future projects in a management capacity. She is a sincere and beautiful person and an amazingly talented artist. In the plans are new music and tour dates. Beyond the legacy left by her parents, Georgette has created and continues to grow her own remarkable legacy through music and other artistic endeavors. It is truly an honor for me as a manager to represent a highly regarded artist such as Georgette Jones and to be part of her career administration and her team," said Dr. Gerald Murray.
Additionally, Nashville-based award-winning PLA Media is proud to reveal that Georgette has joined PLA’s pullulating roster as she embarks on this new chapter in her career under the guidance of Dr. Gerald Murray.
“I have known Georgette for many years and encouraged her personal growth and developing music career. I am delighted to see her blossom and PLA is looking forward to helping her on the journey,” says PLA Media President/CEO Pamela L. Lewis FRSA.
Georgette has a long-standing connection with Dr. Gerald Murray. In the early 1980s, Murray conducted her father George Jones's personal management, concert concessions, and the business affairs of George Jones Enterprises. While riding high on the success of radio airplay, sellout concerts, awards, and record sales, Jones and Murray each received a prestigious Gold Record plaque from CBS Records and the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for the George Jones album, "I Am What I Am." During Murray's first year as Jones' personal talent manager, Jones won two Country Music Association (CMA) awards: Male Vocalist of the Year and Song of the Year for "He Stopped Loving Her Today." Jones also received two Music City News Awards for Male Vocalist of the Year and Single of the Year for "He Stopped Loving Her Today." Jones earned the 1980 GRAMMY Award for Best Male Country Vocal Performance for "He Stopped Loving Her Today."
About Dr. Gerald Murray | Gerald Murray Music:
Since 1979, Murray has been professionally involved in the country music business at many levels, from merchandise promoter to business agent, and has had the opportunity to be the personal talent manager for other country and gospel music recording artists and celebrities over the course of his career. George Jones, Vern Gosdin, Doug Stone, Stella Parton, Ashton Shepherd, Paulette Carlson, and Zac Hacker are some of the artists whose careers Dr. Murray has managed. Read more about Dr. Gerald Murray at EverybobyWiki.com
The teams of Jones and Murray will collaborate to increase and extend Georgette's international creative successes and fan base.
Among Murray’s team is career music executive Tom Long. Long is a consultant to Gerald Murray Music. Long is a very successful music executive who has been involved in many Billboard chart-topping songs. He worked for major companies such as Tree Publishing, ASCAP, Sony ATV, and ran Anne Murray's publishing company, Balmur Entertainment, during his 30-year career in Nashville. Long signed over 800 songwriters while working for ASCAP, discovered the famous band, Kentucky Headhunters, managed the band in their early years, and was instrumental in securing their first record deal with Polygram. Long helped Brad Paisley, Blake Shelton, Doug Supernaw, Mark Collie, and John Berry, among many others, along their musical career paths.
Georgette Jones is currently touring across the USA, Canada, and overseas, and joins a growing Gerald Murray Music roster that includes Billy Dean, Mandy Barnett, Cledus T. Judd, Shenandoah, T. Graham Brown, Lacy J. Dalton, Bryan White, Gary Brewer & The Kentucky Ramblers, Buddy Jewell, and Jeannie Kendall.
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