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West Virginia Country Music Singer Brian "Nashville" Duckworth Dies at 56
Brian “Nashville” Duckworth, a country singer best known as the third member of the family trio Taylor Made, died on September 7, 2026, at the age of 56. The death was confirmed by an obituary published in a local newspaper in Grafton, West Virginia, where Duckworth was born and raised.
Duckworth was born December 8, 1969, in Grafton, a city in Taylor County that has long been a regional hub for coal and rail. He spent his early years singing with his siblings, Greg and Wendy, on the family back porch. Their mother taught the children to sing, and neighbors reportedly requested songs from the young performers. The trio first performed under the name I‑79 before adopting the name Taylor Made.
As a family band, Taylor Made built a local following with its three‑part harmonies. The group released several singles, including “Things You Don’t Grow Out Of,” which reached No. 36 on the Billboard Indicator chart. In 2012, the band was named MusicRow Magazine’s Independent Artist of the Year, a recognition that highlighted its growing influence in the independent country scene.
Outside of music, Duckworth worked as a dump truck driver for Wolfe’s Excavating, a job that earned him the nickname “Truck Boss.” According to his obituary, he enjoyed the work because it allowed him to spend his days outdoors. The obituary also noted that Duckworth’s music career was never far from his heart, even as he balanced a regular job and family responsibilities.
Duckworth was married to Tina Scheuvront Duckworth in 2010. The couple had six children and four grandchildren, and the family was preparing to welcome another granddaughter. The obituary described him as a husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who valued family, music, the outdoors, and his pets.
Funeral services are scheduled for September 14 in Grafton. While the obituary does not detail any post‑humous releases or touring plans, it emphasizes that Duckworth’s legacy will be felt by those who knew him personally and by the broader country music community that appreciated his contributions.
The passing of Brian Duckworth underscores the enduring presence of regional country musicians who balance professional careers with their artistic pursuits. His work with Taylor Made and his role as a local performer remain part of West Virginia’s musical heritage. As the community mourns, the story of his life serves as a reminder of the many artists who contribute to the genre outside the spotlight of national fame.
Duckworth was born December 8, 1969, in Grafton, a city in Taylor County that has long been a regional hub for coal and rail. He spent his early years singing with his siblings, Greg and Wendy, on the family back porch. Their mother taught the children to sing, and neighbors reportedly requested songs from the young performers. The trio first performed under the name I‑79 before adopting the name Taylor Made.
As a family band, Taylor Made built a local following with its three‑part harmonies. The group released several singles, including “Things You Don’t Grow Out Of,” which reached No. 36 on the Billboard Indicator chart. In 2012, the band was named MusicRow Magazine’s Independent Artist of the Year, a recognition that highlighted its growing influence in the independent country scene.
Outside of music, Duckworth worked as a dump truck driver for Wolfe’s Excavating, a job that earned him the nickname “Truck Boss.” According to his obituary, he enjoyed the work because it allowed him to spend his days outdoors. The obituary also noted that Duckworth’s music career was never far from his heart, even as he balanced a regular job and family responsibilities.
Duckworth was married to Tina Scheuvront Duckworth in 2010. The couple had six children and four grandchildren, and the family was preparing to welcome another granddaughter. The obituary described him as a husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who valued family, music, the outdoors, and his pets.
Funeral services are scheduled for September 14 in Grafton. While the obituary does not detail any post‑humous releases or touring plans, it emphasizes that Duckworth’s legacy will be felt by those who knew him personally and by the broader country music community that appreciated his contributions.
The passing of Brian Duckworth underscores the enduring presence of regional country musicians who balance professional careers with their artistic pursuits. His work with Taylor Made and his role as a local performer remain part of West Virginia’s musical heritage. As the community mourns, the story of his life serves as a reminder of the many artists who contribute to the genre outside the spotlight of national fame.
