Tennessee is divided geographically, constitutionally, and culturally into three Grand Divisions represented on the state’s flag by three stars. In Middle Tennessee, Nashville, dubbed Music City, is the capital of Tennessee as well as country music and the recording industry, with sites such as the Grand Ole Opry, and a multitude of live music venues. In West Tennessee, Memphis, sits on the banks of the Mississippi River. As the birthplace of the blues, Memphis has a rich musical history that includes Beale Street, Elvis, Johnny Cash, and B.B. King. Not far from Knoxville, the Great Smoky Mountains tower over East Tennessee, which is known for its bluegrass music and Appalachian culture.