Trisha Yearwood Announces Special 20th Anniversary Opry Performance
She’s back! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/trisha-yearwood-opry-anniversary-performance/
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Mark Wills Inducted Into the Grand Ole Opry [Watch]
Mark Wills is officially the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry. The country singer was formally inducted into the country music institution on Friday night (Jan. 11) in Nashville. Wills’ close friend Craig Morgan, Read More
2019 Bonnaroo Lineup Includes Maren Morris, John Prine, Kacey Musgraves & More
Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival unleashed its 100-plus-artist lineup for 2019, and it includes a number of country-centric performers, including Maren Morris, Kacey Musgraves, John Prine, Ruston Kelly and more. For the second year in Read More
Remember When Dolly Parton and Carrie Underwood Surprised Reba McEntire on the Opry? [Watch]
She’s made so many special memories on the Opry stage. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/dolly-parton-carrie-underwood-susprise-reba-mcentire-grand-ole-opry/
Dolly Parton Celebrates 50th Anniversary as Grand Ole Opry Member
Stay gold, Dolly Parton. Today (Jan. 4), the Queen of Country is celebrating her golden anniversary—that’s 50 years—as a member of the Grand Ole Opry. “It was always my dream to be on the Opry,” Read More
Navy Vet Raising Money for His Funeral Gets Help From the Grand Ole Opry
A Navy vet in need gets a little help from the Grand Ole Opry. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/grand-ole-opry-willies-yard-sale-willie-davis-navy-vet-funeral/
Darius Rucker, Travis Tritt, Cam, Chris Young, Brett Eldredge & More Salute Ray Charles at the Opry
The Grand Ole Opry paid homage to icon Ray Charles on Oct. 8 with a special showcase that was hosted by Darius Rucker and featured performances by Darius, Cam, Brett Eldredge, Ronnie Milsap, Lukas Nelson, Read More
The Boot News Roundup: Keith Urban Will Help Nashville Ring in 2019 + More
Urban will spend New Year’s Eve in Nashville (again). Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/keith-urban-new-years-eve-nashville-2018-2019-trisha-yearwood-notre-dame-concert-tailgate/
New York City Bids Adieu to the Opry City Stage
This is not how their story was supposed to end. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/new-york-opry-city-stage-closing/
Jimmie Allen’s Opry Debut Is a Symbol of Acceptance Into Country Music
He knows how far hard work can take you. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/jimmie-allen-grand-ole-opry-debut/
8 Years Ago: The Grand Ole Opry Re-opens After Devastating Flood
On Sept. 28, 2010, the Grand Ole Opry re-opened after being forced to close for five months due to damage from the 2010 Nashville flood. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/grand-ole-opry-reopening-2010/
Dustin Lynch’s Crush Reba McEntire Surprise Inducts Him Into the Opry
Reba is always a pleasant surprise, but especially if you’re Dustin Lynch. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/dustin-lynch-opry-induction-reba-mcentire-surprise/
Lights, Camera, Action! 7 Iconic Moments From the 1960s’ Country Music Variety Shows
Country music had a big role in television in the 1960s, thanks in part to these standout moments. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/1960s-country-music-variety-tv-shows/
Remember When Carrie Underwood Made Her Grand Ole Opry Debut?
Thirteen years ago today (June 10, 2005), Carrie Underwood was just a shy kid who was about to debut at the Opry. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/carrie-underwood-grand-ole-opry-debut/
Carrie Underwood Kicks off 2018 CMA Fest With Fan Club at the Grand Ole Opry [Pictures]
“It’s still amazing that I get to be on this stage,” she told fans. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/carrie-underwood-grand-ole-opry-performance-2018-cma-music-festival-pictures/
5 Grand Ole Opry Performances That’ll Make You Sob
Better grab the tissues before watching! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/grand-ole-opry-performances-that-will-make-you-cry/
Carrie Underwood Celebrates 10th Anniversary as a Member of the Grand Ole Opry
As a child growing up in Oklahoma, Carrie Underwood watched the Grand Ole Opry on television at her grandparents’ house. Just three years into her country music career, childhood hero Randy Travis surprised Carrie with Read More
Remember Which Country Legend Inducted Carrie Underwood Into the Grand Ole Opry?
What an unforgettable night! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/carrie-underwood-grand-ole-opry-induction/
Watch Walmart Boy Mason Ramsey Sing Hank Williams at the Grand Ole Opry
Walmart Boy’s bucket list keeps shrinking. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/walmart-boy-mason-ramsey-yodels-hank-williams-opry/
Remember When Blake Shelton Made His Grand Ole Opry Debut?
In those days, he was just another aspiring country singer looking for his big break. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/blake-shelton-grand-ole-opry-debut/
Old Crow Medicine Show, Brothers Osborne and More Booked for Grand Ole Opry’s Bonnaroo Show
It’ll be an historic first for the iconic country music showcase. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/grand-ole-opry-bonnaroo-2018/
1 Person Critically Injured in Shooting at Opry Mills Mall
One person is in critical condition after a “dispute” resulted in gunfire. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/opry-mills-mall-shooting/
The Boot News Roundup: ‘Nashville’ Costumes for Sale + More
Nashies, this is an awesome opportunity! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/nashville-cast-clothing-auction-the-real-real/
Carrie Underwood Books Return to Grand Ole Opry Stage
Oh how we have missed her! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/carrie-underwood-opry-shows-2018-cma-fest/
Our Favorite Country Music Pets [PICTURES]
D’awwww! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/country-artists-pets-pictures/
Everything You Need to Know About Becoming a Grand Ole Opry Member
The first member of the Grand Ole Opry was also its very first performer: Uncle Jimmy Thompson. The iconic fiddle player was the first artist to be featured on Nashville’s WSM radio station’s new show, then Read More
Kalie Shorr Tears Up as She Invites Her Mom to Her Opry Debut [Watch]
Kalie Shorr can’t help buy cry when she talks about it. She just found out she’s going to make her debut on the Grand Ole Opry’s famous circle, and her mom was the first person she Read More
Remember When Brad Paisley Was Inducted Into the Grand Ole Opry?
Most country singers have to wait years and years before they’re invited to join the Grand Ole Opry, if they ever get the nod at all. But when Brad Paisley was inducted into the Opry Read More
Keith Urban Invites Chris Janson to Join the Grand Ole Opry [Watch]
BREAKING: @janson_chris has just been invited to become the newest member of the Grand Ole #Opry by @KeithUrban! pic.twitter.com/dq4a2AJeFT — Grand Ole Opry (@opry) February 6, 2018 In a surprise move on Monday night (Feb. Read More
Eddie Montgomery, More Country Singers Tribute Troy Gentry During Opry Duck Hunt
Eddie Montgomery was just one of several country singers who paid tribute to his Montgomery Gentry partner, Troy Gentry, with a special dedication during the annual Grand Ole Opry duck hunt. The Opry Duck Hunt takes Read More
The Boot News Roundup: Sturgill Simpson, Grand Ole Opry Coming to Bonnaroo 2018 + More
Welcome to The Boot’s News Roundup, a morning rundown of the news country music fans need to know. Read on to learn more about the latest goings-on in the country, Americana, bluegrass and folk genres. Read More
Take a Journey Back in Time With This Vintage ‘All Roads Lead to Nashville’ Ad
Sometime in the mid-1980s, the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development released a TV advertisement, titled “All Roads Lead to Nashville,” featuring the sights of Nashville. While the organization didn’t know it at the time, they Read More
The Boot News Roundup: Charles Kelley Breaks His Foot + More
Welcome to The Boot’s News Roundup, a morning rundown of the news country music fans need to know. Read on to learn more about the latest goings-on in the country, Americana, bluegrass and folk genres. Read More
92 Years Ago: The Grand Ole Opry Begins Broadcasting
Ninety-two years ago today (Nov. 28, 1925) was an historic day for country music: It was on that date that the WSM Barn Dance, later re-named the Grand Ole Opry, began broadcasting. On the evening of Read More
A Look Back at the Grand Ole Opry Through the Years [PICTURES]
The Grand Ole Opry is one of Tennessee’s biggest attractions, and it’s not hard to see why: Since 1925, it’s been the location of some truly incredible country music moments, courtesy of the genre’s biggest stars Read More
Watch Mel Tillis’ Final Opry Performance
Mel Tillis died on Nov. 19, 2017 after a long battle with his health. The singer, actor and entertainer was a frequent staple at the Grand Ole Opry over the years, and a new video shared by Read More
Trace Adkins’ Grand Ole Opry Performance of ‘Still a Soldier’ Is a Veterans Day Must [Watch]
Trace Adkins‘ new single “Still a Soldier” is a must on Veterans Day, and his just-released Grand Ole Opry performance of the song will make you proud. The country veteran performed the song during an Read More
Chris Young Gets Inducted Into the Grand Ole Opry [Watch]
Being inducted into the Grand Ole Opry is a bucket list item for country singers, and now Chris Young knows what it feels like. The “Losing Sleep” singer was inducted into the Opry Tuesday night (Oct. 17). Young’s Read More
See Keith Urban and Chris Janson Jam on John Michael Montgomery’s ‘Sold’
Keith Urban played two back-to-back shows at the Grand Ole Opry on Tuesday night (Oct. 10), and the audience got much more than they expected. @TheChrisJanson 🎸🎸 #Opry A post shared by Keith Urban (@keithurban) Read More
The Eagles Set to Make Debut at Grand Ole Opry House
Myriam Santos The Eagles will perform their very first performance at Nashville’s iconic venue the Grand Ole Opry House on Oct. 29. The concert is a special invitation-only event for SiriusXM listeners; the lineup for Read More
Remember When Rascal Flatts Joined the Grand Ole Opry?
[embedded content]Subscribe to Taste of Country on Rascal Flatts were already well into a career as one of contemporary country music’s biggest hitmakers when the trio joined the Grand Ole Opry on Oct. 8, 2011. Read More
Eric Church Dedicates New Song to Route 91 Harvest Festival Victims
The tragedy that happened in Las Vegas has sent ripples through the country music community, touching fans and artists alike. On Friday night, Eric Church headlined the Route 91 Harvest Festival, just 48 hours before Read More