Tag: Grand Ole Opry
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Mike Ryan Reveals the Adorable Way He Learned of His Grand Ole Opry Debut
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Country music singer-songwriter Mike Ryan is gearing up for a major new chapter in his successful career. He’s weeks away from releasing his first new album in five years, and he’s about to hit the road on what will surely be a memorable tour. One stop of his upcoming tour…
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Jeannie Seely Celebrates Performing Over 5,000 Times on the Grand Ole Opry
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In September, Jeannie Seely celebrated her 55th year as a member of the Grand Ole Opry. Over more than a half-century as a member of the show that made country music famous, she’s performed more than 5,000 shows. That’s more than anyone. Now, she’s talking more about the experience with…
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Trisha Yearwood To Make a Major Change to the Grand Ole Opry This Month
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On October 14, Trisha Yearwood will step into the circle at the Grand Ole Opry. And she’ll flip the switch on the Opry’s barn backdrop, turning it pink for “Opry Goes Pink.” The move is in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month. “We all have friends and family members who…
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Loretta Lynn Reflects on 60th Anniversary of Joining the Grand Ole Opry
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When it comes to the grand ladies of country music, then you better put Loretta Lynn in the batch because she belongs there. On Sunday, Lynn, whose hits include the fabled Coal Miner’s Daughter, is in a reflective mood. She’s celebrating her 60th anniversary as a member of the Grand…
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Rascal Flatts’ Gary LeVox Surprises Ashley Cooke With Invitation to Grand Ole Opry: VIDEO
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Ready to give a fellow country music singer the news of a lifetime, Rascal Flatts’ Gary LeVox surprised Ashley Cooke with an invitation to the Grand Ole Opry on FaceTime. Ashley Cooke took to her Instagram to post a video of the conversation between her and the Rascal Flatts…
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Vince Gill Missed His Opry Debut for All the Right Reasons
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Recently, a laundry list of country music’s brightest stars took part in CMT Giants: Vince Gill. The 90-minute special honored the Oklahoma native’s contributions to the genre. Over the course of the night, Chris Stapleton, Carrie Underwood, Luke Combs, and several others paid tribute to Gill. However, the most touching…
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Kolby Cooper Reflects on His Grand Ole Opry Debut
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It has been a wild couple of years for Texas-born country music sensation Kolby Cooper. He made a name for himself with his EP Boy from Anderson County back in August of 2021. His single “Excuses” helped to propel him to prominence in the genre. In August of this year,…
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WATCH: Morgan Wade Makes Her Second-Ever Grand Ole Opry Appearance
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Morgan Wade stepped back into the circle on Tuesday evening. The “Run” singer made her second appearance at the Grand Ole Opry. She shot some backstage video, too. Check out the video below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Grand Ole Opry (@opry) “Morgan Wade made her…
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Blake Shelton Takes Gwen Stefani on a Tour of the Grand Ole Opry Ahead of Performance
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Prior to his performance at the Grand Ole Opry this weekend, country music superstar Blake Shelton took his wife Gwen Stefani on a tour of the iconic venue. In a recent Instagram Story, Blake Shelton’s wife revealed that this was the first time she had ever been to the Grand…
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Blake Shelton Freaks Out Over Gwen Stefani Getting ‘Two Standing Ovations’ at Opry Debut
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Recently, country music superstar Blake Shelton hit the stage at The Grand Ole Opry. And, during this performance, the No Body singer welcomed his wife of just over one year, Gwen Stefani onto the stage as well. This was a big moment, no doubt. But it was extra special as…
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Songwriter Don Schlitz Earns Rare Honor With Grand Ole Opry Induction
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Hall of Fame songwriter Don Schlitz was officially welcomed into the Grand Ole Opry on August 30 by Vince Gill. The celebration marked a rare honor on behalf of the Opry. While the Opry typically inducts a few artists each year, it’s a rare feat for a pure songwriter to…
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Opry’s ‘Merle Haggard Tribute Show’ With Cody Johnson, Clint Black & More to Air Sept. 3
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The Grand Ole Opry celebrated the music of icon Merle Haggard during a tribute show on April 6 that featured performances by his son Marty Haggard, Suzy Bogguss, Clint Black, Cody Johnson, Joe Nichols, Eli “Paperboy” Reed, and Lainey Wilson. And if you couldn’t attend the show on April 6—which is…
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LOOK: Carrie Underwood Rocks Opry Stage in Series of New Pics
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Carrie Underwood is having a massive year. She became friends with Guns N’ Roses and she picked up nominations at the Dove Awards. She’s proving that she can do it all. And in the middle of it all, she hopped on stage at a suburban Nashville restaurant with a cover…
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WATCH: Tyler Childers & John Anderson Crush ‘Shoot Low Sheriff’ at the Grand Ole Opry
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On Friday, August 5, Something Borrowed, Something New: A Tribute to John Anderson hit streaming platforms. The album features a long list of modern country artists covering some of Anderson’s best songs. That list included artists like Luke Combs, Sierra Ferrell, Eric Church, Del McCoury, and Tyler Childers to name…
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VIDEO: Motley Crue’s Vince Neil Makes Grand Ole Opry Debut, Belts ‘Home Sweet Home’
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Vince Neil played the Grand Ole Opry on Tuesday. Yes, that Vince Neil. And yes, that Grand Ole Opry. He’s gone country. Look at them boots. The 61-year-old Motley Crue frontman is on a short break from his band’s stadium tour, which stopped in Nashville back on June 30. Their…
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Tyler Childers, Sierra Hull & More to Pay Tribute to John Anderson on Grand Ole Opry
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The Grand Ole Opry will celebrate the influence and music of the incomparable John Anderson on August 6. A number of artists will take the stage with John during the showcase, including Dan Auerbach and Tyler Childers, Gillian Welch & David Rawlings, Sierra Hull, Elizabeth Cook, and more. The celebration will take place one day after…
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WATCH: Keith Urban Drops the Hammer on John Michael Montgomery’s ‘Sold’ at the Opry
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The Grand Ole Opry is throwing it back to the 1990s for its upcoming TV special on the Circle Network. Aptly dubbed Opry Live: Opry Loves the ’90s, the special will feature performances by Chris Young, Breland, Lainey Wilson, Carrie Underwood, Michael Ray, Keith Urban, Midland, Cody Johnson, Kelsea Ballerini,…
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WATCH: Cody Johnson Crushes Vince Gill’s ‘When I Call Your Name’ on ‘Opry Loves the 90s’ TV Special
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The Grand Ole Opry brought out a slew of heavy-hitters for its upcoming Opry Live: Opry Loves the ’90s TV special on Circle Network. The TV show will feature performances by Jimmie Allen, Kelsea Ballerini, Cody Johnson, Midland, Michael Ray, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Lainey Wilson, Breland, and Chris Young covering…
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Musician Charlie McCoy Receives Rare Honor With Induction Into the Grand Ole Opry
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Charlie McCoy officially joined the Grand Ole Opry on July 13. And while the Opry typically bestows the honor on a few artists each year, it’s a rare feat for a pure musician to join the esteemed organization. Of course, Charlie is no ordinary musician. The Country Music Hall of…
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On This Day: Johnny Cash Records ‘The Johnny Cash Show’ Album Live from The Grand Ole Opry
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There’s no denying that Johnny Cash is one of the biggest names in country music history. His ties to the genre’s storied past go even deeper. For instance, he married June Carter of Carter Family fame. The Carter Family was one of the first prominent country recording groups and Mother…
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Watch: Cody Johnson Crushes Chart-Topping Hit ‘Til You Can’t’ on the Grand Ole Opry
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Cody Johnson recently treated fans to a rousing rendition of his first chart-topping hit, “Til You Can’t,” on the Grand Ole Opry. Penned by Ben Stennis and Matt Rogers, “Til You Can’t” was the lead single to Cody’s 2021 album, Human: The Double Album. The live-in-the-moment song beckons listeners to…
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Turnpike Troubadours Add ‘Massive’ New Tour Date With Two of Their ‘Favorite Acts’
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Turnpike Troubadours returned to the road this year. Over the weekend, the Oklahoma natives performed in the campground at Bonnaroo. They’ll return to Nashville in July for a pair of sold-out shows at The Ryman. Following their hiatus, the band’s concert announcements have been sporadic. They didn’t drop an entire…
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American Aquarium Makes Ryman Debut in Bucket List Moment for Frontman BJ Barham
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BJ Barham of American Aquarium has rehearsed 37 years for his debut at The Ryman. On the heels of the band’s ninth studio album, Chicamacomico, they arrived at the Mother Church of Country Music for the first time. Hailey Whitters opened, and Barham joined her for their Raised collaboration “Middle…
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Hank Williams Jr. Speaks Out on Not Being a Member of the Grand Ole Opry
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Hank Williams, Jr. is offering answers to one lingering question about his career. Why is he not a member of the Grand Ole Opry? “Bocephus” was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2021, but he’s never been embraced by the “show that made country music famous.” His…
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Carrie Underwood Honors Randy Travis With ‘I Told You So’ Performance at the Grand Ole Opry
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The Grand Ole Opry, where legends are made and celebrated. Carrie Underwood honored one of country music‘s greats in Randy Travis recently. She took the stage and put on a stunning rendition of “I Told You So.” The song was a hit for Travis and in 2014, a version came…