Grand Ole Opry

The Grand Lady of the Grand Ole Opry, and newest member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, Class of 2011, Jean Shepard began her Country music career as a pioneer for women in the field and recorded 44 Hits from 1953 to 1978.

The Grand Ole Opry is a must-see for any country music lover who visits Nashville, Tennessee

Blake Shelton is preparing to become the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry on October 23rd. Check out a "Twitterview" with Shelton as well as a "Blakeover" of the Opry's YouTube channel.

The Grand Ole Opry's continued celebration of its 85th birthday has included star-studded special events.

Five months after being severely damaged by the historic floodwaters of the Cumberland River the Grand Ole Opry comes home with a Star-studded lineup to help fans understand that "Country's Most Famous Stage" is once again open for business.

Blake Shelton was asked to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry this week.

The small town young woman from Checotah, Oklahoma likely surprised no one more than herself when she was awarded country music's Entertainer of the Year award at the 2010 Academy of Country Music Awards held April 19, 2010.

The Grand Ole Opry is a country music icon. It is an honor of magnanimous proportion to receive an invitation to become a Grand Ole Opry member. If I were on the Grand Ole Opry's nomination committee, these would be 10 of my nominations.

Many of the most famous country singers have performed on the Grand Ole Opry. But not all are members. Here is a top 10 list of who I think should be members.

America has watched thousands of country music stars sing on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry. Some have made it in to the Hall of Fame, yet others still do not get the recognition they deserve.

This week on American Idol was a Grand Ole Opry Theme. That meant that Finalist could pick any song by a Grand Ole Opry member. Some members picked Great song choices, while others struggled with the Country themed songs.

American Idol's March 17th show was "Grand Ole Opry" themed, and few of the contestants fared well with it. Early favorite Adam Lambert delivered a particularly creepy performance of Johnny Cash's "Ring of Fire."

Country music legend and Grand Ole Opry member Randy Travis tutored the musical hopefuls as "American Idol" paid tribute to Country Music and the Grand Ole Opry on week two of the popular singing competition. "

This week on American Idol, Finalist will sing Grand Ole Opry songs. Don't miss Underwood's performance of her new song, "I Told You So." Brad Paisley will also make a debut performance of his song, "Then".

American Idol welcomes Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood and Randy Travis

Charlie Daniels was officially invited to join the Grand Ole Opry during his annual benefit for Christmas for Kids.

Country Music Hall of Famer Porter Wagoner was diganosed with lung cancer October 15. He died October 28th.

Stonewall Jackson, long time classic country musician, is suing the Grand Ole Opry to the tune of $10 million. And the cause? Age discrimination.

Are you thinking of taking a vacation in Nashville, Tennessee? It may surprise you to know that the Grand Ole Opry, while the best known attraction in the area, is far from the only attraction worth seeing in this Southern city.

A look at Thursday, May 12, 2011 Fox elimination night on "American Idol" on which James Durbin, tears streaming down his face, sang his last song as a contestant.

Give these young 'American Idol' singers a challenge to meet as they perform their songs.

Review of recent Josh Gracin concert in the Pacific Northwest

This is an interview that was conducted with Founding Member Ernie Haas.

It's criminal that some of these stars aren't members! Read on!

Last night was Grand Ole Opry night on the American Idol Top 11 Performance Show and the majority of the contestants -- who were coached by the great Randy Travis -- did surprisingly well.

With the challenging task of singing country this week, the top 11 contestants on American Idol set out to impress the judges and America. Who stood out as the best, and who might be sent home?

A review of the December 20 show of the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. Newcomer Jimmy Wayne was the star of the show with a powerful performance of his self-penned tune "Paper Angel."

an overview of the album "I'm Torn" by the Iowa farm boy Randy Kohrs

A great find, presenting the band in their prime, and a good look back at early television.