Nashville’s East Nash Grass walks the line between bluegrass tradition and playful irreverence. Known as “bluegrass delinquents,” the award-winning supergroup brings a fresh edge to classic sounds. With a new album, All God’s Children, and a nationwide tour underway, they’re keeping the music honest—and the live shows lively.

Does anything beat lemonade in Tennessee summertime? Yes — a Lynchburg Lemonade. This iconic cocktail from the Jack Daniel Distillery in Lynchburg is cold, sweet, and refreshing. Whip one up in minutes and enjoy a true Tennessee classic!

From Memphis to the Smokies, Tennessee’s landscape unfolded through my windshield on a long family drive. The journey reminded me just how many stories this state holds—and how many we still have to tell here at State & Beale.

Nestled in East Tennessee’s Sequatchie Valley, Bledsoe County blends natural beauty, small-town charm, and rich Appalachian history. From the gateway to Fall Creek Falls to the ancient wonders of Devilstep Hollow Cave, this hidden gem invites travelers to explore its trails, tales, and timeless views.

Deep beneath the hills of Sweetwater lies The Lost Sea, the largest underground lake in the U.S. Discovered by a teenage boy in 1905, this vast and mysterious body of water winds through Craighead Caverns—a place once used by the Cherokee, Civil War soldiers, and moonshiners. Even today, its edges remain uncharted.