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Could Any Star Today Match This Feat? [VIDEO]

Dale Mussen — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 10:00:07 +0000

He had a reputation for, let’s say, over-drinking, and that’s why he never was invited to appear on the Grand Ole Opry. But when Hank Williams recorded a huge number one hit with “Lovesick Blues” and appeared on the Opry’s biggest competitor – the Louisiana Hayride radio show the Opry had no choice but to invite him.

Carrie Underwood Celebrates Five Years as Grand Ole Opry Member

Megan Pacella — Sat, 08 Jun 2013 21:19:15 +0000

At just 30 years old, it's hard to believe that Carrie Underwood has already been a member of the Grand Ole Opry for five years. The Grammy-winning country singer celebrated her anniversary on Friday (June 7) by closing out the first of two performances on the infamous Opry stage with a special segment.

Lauren Alaina Honors Late Kitty Wells With Medley at Grand Ole Opry

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 27 Jul 2012 10:00:24 +0000

Young country up-and-comer Lauren Alaina paid her respects to country legend Kitty Wells last night (July 25) at the Grand Ole Opry. Wells died on July 16, and the 17-year-old singer said goodbye in the best way she knew how: by singing a medley of the iconic torchy hits Wells left behind.

TOC 2012 Star Casey James To Host 'Guitars Of The Stars' Event!

Josh — Tue, 29 May 2012 09:35:18 +0000

Casey James, former American Idol contestant and opener at this year's WYRK/ Napa Auto Parts Taste of Country, will host the Grand Ole Opry's 4th annual "Guitars of the Stars" benefit auction. Casey will not only host the event, but he's also donating one of his guitars to the cause. These guitars not only belong to the artists, but they themselves helped design the guitars as well. Also donating to the fundraiser are....

Keith Urban Is An Official Member Of The Grand Ole Opry! [VIDEO]

Josh — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 08:53:00 +0000

Keith Urban was officially inducted into the Grand Ole Opry over the weekend. As part of the induction, Urban was joined on stage by Josh Turner and Trace Adkins as well as the Opry's Pete Fisher. Urban was presented with a replica of the Opry's center-stage microphone then delivered his speech. In the speech, Urban.....

Keith Urban Becomes A Member Of The Grand Ole Opry [VIDEO]

Wendy Lynn — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 17:26:00 +0000

Last night in Nashville at during his annual ‘All for the Hall’ benefit concert, Keith Urban was surprised to receive an invitation to join the Grand Ole Opry. Vince Gill, Rascal Flatts and the Oakridge Boys were on hand to invite and present Keith with an Opry microphone stand as part of the announcement.

Loretta Lynn Hospitalized [VIDEO]

Craig Matthews — Sun, 23 Oct 2011 00:52:45 +0000

Word is the “Coal Miner’s Daughter” is in the hospital with pneumonia. This is according to an Associated Press story from out of Ashland, Kentucky. She was scheduled to perform tonight (10.22.11) at the Performing Arts Center in Ashland but the theater issued a statement saying the 76-year-old Country Music legend was forced to cancel [...]

Rascal Flatts To Become Members Of The Grand Ole Opry [Video]

Wendy Lynn — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 16:05:11 +0000

Last night, Opry member Vince Gill surprised Rascal Flatts with an invitation to join the Grand Ole Opry. After the guys performed their hit “Bless The Broken Road”, Vince appeared on stage and extended the invitation to become members of the Opry.

Luke Bryan Gives A Fan His Mic Stand![Video]

Clay Moden — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 09:07:41 +0000

It seems as tho an ‘equipment malfunction” may be to blame. Luke Bryan was having trouble with his new mic stand at a show in Nashville recently and decided to give it away to a lucky fan.That is one unique souvenir! It happened near the end of the set and near the end of this [...]

Country Quickie: Blake On For Another Round of "The Voice", Fit as Chesney, and More…!!

Josh — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 10:43:24 +0000

Blake Shelton says he is in for another season of judging on NBC’s “The Voice.“ The other 3 judges..Christina Aguilera, Adam Levine and Cee Lo Green are all signed on for next season as well. Season 2 is set to begin in early 2012. Kenny Chesney has been dubbed “The Fittest Man in [...]

Country Quickie: Shania Twain Gets Star, Rascal Flatts Playin' The Opry & More!!!!

Josh — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 09:55:00 +0000

Shania Twain, the top-selling female country artist of all time, now has her own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame! Her 4 studio albums have become multi- platinum sellers in 32 countries. Rascal Flatts and Jimmy Wayne will be featured on the Grand Ole Opry on Saturday night. TV Today- Thompson Square will perform [...]

Rascal Flatts Wraps Up Their 10 Year Anniversary With Grand Ole Opry Performance

Wendy Lynn — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 22:11:11 +0000

The beginning of 2010 marked the bands 10th year together and the guy’s wrapped their year- long celebration with a performance at the Grand Ole Opry earlier this week. Nashville mayor Karl Dean was there to present the band with an official proclamation honoring them for their devotion and support of Music City. Rascal Flatts [...]

Blake Shelton gets inducted into the Grand Ole Opry by His Hillbilly Bone partner

Brett Alan — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 15:19:09 +0000

It's official...Blake Shelton is now the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry. Wait for the news tomorrow on Hell freezing over.
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