The story
The last authentic honky-tonk on Lower Broadway, where Brazilbilly has held court for 30 years and boots still line the walls from its western wear days.
Everything that was here
- 1999–present · still open
Robert's Western WorldBar
The last authentic honky-tonk on Lower Broadway, where Brazilbilly has held court for 30 years and boots still line the walls from its western wear days.
See the map in 2000 → - 1951–2022
Ernest Tubb Record ShopMusic Store
The Broadway shop that anchored the Midnite Jamboree announced its closing in March 2022, then reopened under a consortium that included Tubb's grandson.
See the map in 1952 → - 2008–2018
Paradise Park Trailer ResortBar
The beloved dive bar famous for $6 pitchers was sacrificed to make way for Garth Brooks' entertainment complex.
See the map in 2009 → - 1995–1997
The Bluegrass InnBar
Robert Moore opened this bar next door to Robert's Western World, then convinced his house band to buy him out for $5,000—creating Layla's Honky Tonk.
See the map in 1996 → - 1965–1980
Sho-Bud Steel Guitar CompanyMusic Store
The birthplace of the pedal steel guitar sound that defined country music became a Saturday night gathering spot for Opry stars sneaking out the Ryman's back door.
See the map in 1966 →
Nearby history
Linebaugh's Restaurant
Tootsie's Orchid Lounge
Ryman Auditorium
Lower Broadway / Honky Tonk Highway
Ace of Clubs
The Jolly Roger
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