Since 1970, the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame has honored more than 250 of Music City’s top weavers of words and melodies, recognizing their talent, songcraft, and enduring impact on musical culture by welcoming them as members.

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On Monday night (Oct. 26), the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame welcomed six new members into its ranks, when the 56th annual Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame Gala was held at Music City Center. Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame executive director Mark Ford and Board chair Rich Hallworth ushered in the evening by welcoming the audience.

Taylor Swift joined the Hall’s Class of 2026 in the songwriter-artist category. Her fellow honorees were J.I.…