Tami Neilson. Photo: Sabin Holloway
Kiwi country music queen Tami Neilson has some big news.
She's bound for the home of country music - Nashville - to play the iconic Grand Ole Opry.
In country music terms, this a big deal. You have to be invited - you cannot apply.
The Grand Ole Opry is the radio show that made country music famous and has been running for 98 years.
It's launched the careers of many, including Dolly Parton, Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn and Willie Nelson.
Speaking of Dolly Parton - Tami Nielson is also going to be playing at Dollywood while she's in the US.
She tells Paddy Gower all about it, and about her upcoming album and tour.
A young Tami Neilson with her family outside the Grand Ole Opry in 1994. Photo: supplied / Tami Neilson private collection
