Country superstar Hank Williams died on his way to a Canton show 72 years ago, but the concert went on as a tribute.

Over a century of the Grand Ole Opry, its members helped it ascend to legendary status. Here's what to know about the ...

When it comes to legendary American music venues, few can rival the mystique and magic of the Grand Ole Opry. Opened in 1925, the Opry is known as the beating heart of country music—and this year, the ...

Renowned steel guitarist player Walter Haynes died on Jan. 1, 2009, in Tyler, Texas, at age 80. He frequently played with Patsy Cline.

For decades, the Grand Ole Opry has been one of country music’s most revered institutions. It's a stage where legends have stood, and newcomers have cut their teeth. But the prestige around it has ...

On this day (December 9) in 1979, all-star fiddle player Tommy Jackson died at the age of 53. He was one of the first session fiddlers in Nashville. As a result, he was a member of the city’s first “A ...

Idol' star John Foster says singing at the Rose Parade is a huge honor -- here's how to catch him on New Year's Day!

The country singer was visiting Joe Rogan on his Joe Rogan Experience podcast, when the interview took an emotional turn. Rogan navigated the conversation to the Opry and Jelly Roll's experiences with ...

Jelly Roll broke down in tears after receiving an unexpected invitation to join the Grand Ole Opry during his interview on The Joe Rogan Experience. Rogan surprised the country star with a video ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Nashville-native and country music mega star Jelly Roll has been officially invited to become the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry. During an interview on Joe Rogan’s ...

Faith Hill was just a young newcomer with big dreams when she made her debut on the Grand Ole Opry. The country superstar gave her first-ever performance on the hallowed stage on Dec. 18, 1993. Hill ...

Country singer Jelly Roll was invited to become the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry. The invitation was delivered by his idol, Craig Morgan, via a video played during Jelly Roll's appearance on ...