Country star Brian 'Nashville' Duckworth dead at 56
Key Points:
- Brian “Nashville” Neil Duckworth, a beloved country star and member of the Taylor Made Band, passed away at age 56 on September 7 at his home in Clarksburg, West Virginia; the cause of death was not disclosed.
- Duckworth balanced his music career with his job as a dump truck operator, a role he enjoyed for allowing him to spend time outdoors, and was affectionately nicknamed “Nashville” for his passion for singing.
- He is survived by his wife Tina Scheuvront Duckworth, six children, four grandchildren, and five siblings; his family highlighted his love for music, nature, and his “faithful fur family.”
- Duckworth rose to prominence in 2012 with Taylor Made’s single “Things You Don’t Grow Out Of,” and the band was named Independent Artist of the Year by Nashville’s MusicRow Magazine in 2013.
- His niece, Brianna Duckworth Kazner, shared an emotional tribute recalling his musical mentorship, family performances, and his lasting impact on those close to him.