October 19 is recognized as National Kentucky Day! According to the National Day Calendar, “On October 19, National Kentucky Day recognizes the 15th state to be granted statehood.

The Bluegrass State became the first to enter the union west of the Appalachian Mountains. Home to the Kentucky Derby, Fort Knox and the birthplace of one the nation’s most beloved presidents, Kentucky is bordered by rivers on three of its four boundaries.

Musical roots run deep in Kentucky.  There’s opportunity from ancient history to modern day to explore all variety of music the state holds dear.  Of course, it’s called The Bluegrass State for a reason!”

Here’s a list of bands you may or may not have known were started in Kentucky!

Cage The Elephant – Bowling Green, KY

 

Flaw – Louisville, KY

 

Black Stone Cherry – Edmonton, KY