Who says traditional country is dead? This clip proves that the classic sound is alive and well, even in younger generations. The Grand Ole Opry sees a lot of traditional country on its iconic stage, ...
Bill Monroe has been a foundational figure of the bluegrass genre since he and his band the Blue Grass Boys began performing together in the late 1930s. Often called the “Father of Bluegrass,” Monroe ...
THE MUSIC OF Bill Monroe, who died this week at the age of 84, was born in the rolling bluegrass hills of his native Kentucky. By fusing rhythmic and melodic elements of country, gospel, Celtic ...
In the past 75 years, it’s been recorded more than 500 times and has sold around 14 million records. In 1965, it became the official Tennessee state song. But did you know it has a connection to Bill ...
Kentucky—known for being the home of horse racing, bourbon, and bluegrass. However, it is also home to some of the biggest names to have ever made it in country music. If one is familiar with the ...