Photo courtesy of Woodfin Funeral Chapel - Murfreesboro
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Jul 27, 1954 – Sep 28, 2022
Joseph “Joe” Frank Chambers, 68, Founder and CEO of the Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum passed away peacefully on September 28, 2022, with his family by his side.
Joe founded his first Rock & Roll/Garage band at age 14. While pursuing a record deal for his band in Nashville, he met and was befriended by producer, songwriter, and then President of Epic Records, Billy Sherrill. This friendship led to a career change from playing in a rock and roll band to writing and producing Country songs and working in A&R at CBS Records. This introduced Joe to the world of studio musicians and allowed him to get to know and become friends with some of the greatest musicians in the world. In addition, Chambers opened a chain of music stores in 1985 (Chambers Guitars) where, in dealing with vintage guitars, he was introduced to world renowned musicians of all genres of music. This combination of being an entrepreneur, a musician, working in the music industry, songwriting and producing gave Joe the ability and heartfelt desire to conceive the idea of a Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum.
Through his passion for music, Joe left a far- reaching legacy. He will be remembered for his dedication to The Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum and the musicians represented there. His kind words of encouragement and positivity will be missed by all who knew him.
Joe is survived by his wife of 42 years, Linda Woods Chambers; daughter, Britt Chambers-Hawker (Alex); sons, Blake Chambers (Emily) and Bradley Chambers; grandchildren, Sterling and Finn Hawker; nephew, Col. Alan Chambers (Silvia); great-nephews, Brett and Neill; brothers-in-law and sister-in-law, Mike Woods (Jackie), Kay Davenport (Ed), Richard Woods (Teresa), and Nancy Graham; as well as many nieces and nephews. Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Eugenia Chambers; his brother, James Chambers; sister-in-law, Becky Chambers; and nephew, Walter Chambers.
In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum Fame at musicianshalloffame.com/donations.
At the family’s request, services will be private.
Read MoreHe was always so kind & gracious to me and I´ll never forget him. R.I.P. Joe
Ross Southerland
October 23, 2024 | Other
Will continue to follw musician hof on ytube Rip Joe
Mj Mcdonnell
February 10, 2024 | Bethesda, MD | Acquaintance
Enjoyed tremendously is YT interviews. Joe's knowledge of music was very impressive. I do miss him.
Dennis Headley
February 05, 2024 | Phoenix, AZ
I watched a interview with Steve Cropper today. Nothing replaces the loss of a man but the legacy of work you left for us to enjoy is really amazing. I'm late signing this guest book but I think it shows how your work is still here for us to view and enjoy or re watch as I did this interview today. Your memory lives on among fans. A fan JB
Jeffrey Biscoe
January 17, 2024 | Wilmington, DE
I visited the Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum again this past Feb and realized how humble Joe was about his own musical accomplishments.
It was another fun visit but I wished I was able to chat with him again about a mutual guitar friend and then just listen to his stories.
Hope Joe's family is doing well.
Scott Dixon
September 30, 2023 | Stillwater, MN | Acquaintance
I was so looking forward to meeting Mr Chambers .. condolences for the families loss .. at 68 quite young so was a shock to learn of his passing.. God Bless Carson family -New Zealand
Trevor Carson
August 24, 2023
I treasured Joe's replies to my many comments on his YouTube channel. He felt like such a kindred spirit.
Andy Kill
May 03, 2023 | TROUTDALE, OR | Acquaintance
Joe was the link to the golden age of music, real musicians, real singersthis is truly the end of an era. He’ll be missed for at least another generation.
Mark Lloyd
April 16, 2023 | Fan, IL
May Joe's memory be eternal. Rest easy friend.
Brian Carrasco
February 03, 2023 | Denver, CO | Acquaintance