Carlene Carter, the country-rock singer from the famous Carter Family, has strong ties to Marion, Virginia, specifically performing at The Lincoln Theatre for the Song of the Mountains TV show, a series showcasing Appalachian music, with an upcoming show listed for February 07, 2026. Marion is the venue for these historic, televised concerts, where she's a frequent performer, highlighting her musical lineage (granddaughter of Mother Maybelle Cater, daughter of June Carter & Carl Smith, stepdaughter of Johnny Cash) in the region.