Loretta Lynn’s Recording Academy Honor On Tap

The date’s been set for Loretta Lynn to be honored by the Recording Academy. It will be October 12th at Ryman Auditorium. The evening is being called the Salute to Country Music. Lynn will get a special presentation of The Recording Academy President’s Merit Award. The academy says it’s “in honor of her dynamic career and contributions to country music.” The president of the academy praises Lynn, saying she’s “a true country music pioneer and cultural icon, whose distinctive musical style has confronted social issues while remaining wildly entertaining.”