Hyden, KY
Music connected to Hyden
About Hyden
- • Country singer Billy Ray Cyrus, known for "Achy Breaky Heart," was born in Flatwoods, near Hyden.
- • Hyden is home to the annual Black Gold Festival, celebrating the region's coal history.
- • Coal mining drove Hyden's growth in the early 20th century, establishing it as a regional hub.
- • The Leslie County Courthouse is one of Kentucky's oldest courthouses still in use.
- • The devastating 1957 flood significantly impacted Hyden, causing immense damage and reshaping the town.
- • Named for Kentucky jurist William Hyden, it was established in 1878.
- • With under 400 residents, Hyden is smaller than many high school graduating classes.
- • Sitting at 1,070 feet, the air feels crisp and clean in Hyden.
- • Healthcare and social assistance are significant employers in Hyden, serving the local community.
- • A strong sense of community and quiet resilience permeates the atmosphere.
- • The Cincinnati Reds are the closest MLB team, winning the World Series in 1990.
- • Leslie County High School's basketball teams have a storied history of regional success.
Artists From Hyden
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Bobby Osborne; Buck White; David Grisman; Del McCoury; Frank Wakefield; Jesse McReynolds; Ricky Skaggs; Ronnie McCoury & Sam Bush
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