Ryan Carpenter, one the guitarists of The Moguls, playing at Rock Showcase. (Kali Akridge) The Moguls are longtime friends, musicians and now the winners of the 2026 Rock Showcase. Since the start of their music careers, the Showcase Series has been on their minds. “This is one thing that's been on our bucket list since coming to Belmont. So it's really cool to finally see it through and make it happen,” said Jake Ditomaso, drummer of The Moguls. They only have one song released on streaming...

Belmont is adding a B.F.A. in Animation and Media Arts. (From https://www.belmont.edu/stories/articles/2026/animation-media-arts-release.html) The next Walt Disney could be a future Belmont Bruin. Belmont announced a new Animation and Media Arts B.F.A. which allows students, for the first time, to express their artistry through animation on Belmont’s campus. This is a collaboration between the Watkins College of Art and the Mike Curb College of Entertainment and Music Business that is part of...

Dolly Parton speaking at Belmont University. (Bree Fabbie) Country music’s sweetheart, Dolly Parton, died at the age of 80. She left an impact on the world through her music, philanthropy and her larger-than-life personality. “Dolly Parton leaves behind a legacy that will shape lives for generations to come,” President Greg Jones said in a statement. “Through her talent, generosity and unwavering belief in others, she inspired people around the world to dream bigger and live with joy.”...