Darin & Brooke Aldridge have always been big fans of the Grand Ole Opry, which is why they want to share the experience with their fans. The husband and wife bluegrass duo are hosting a contest, Win a Grand Ole Opry Circle Experience, giving a lucky fan and their guest the chance to win two tickets to the April…
Jacob Bryant just crossed another milestone off of his bucket list, when he made his official debut at the Grand Ole Opry. The singer-songwriter took the stage on Friday, February 18, making another mark on his place in country music. “It was extremely overwhelming, but also extremely awesome, all at the same time,” Bryant boasts to Everything Nash. “You…
21 years ago today, on February 17, 2001, Brad Paisley officially became a member of the Grand Ole Opry. The West Virginia native was 28 years old when he was inducted by Steve Wariner. During his induction, a letter was read from George Jones to Paisley. “I am counting on you to carry on the tradition, and make folks…
Lauren Alaina is officially a member of the Grand Ole Opry! The American Idol alum, who was invited to join in December by Trisha Yearwood, was inducted by Yearwood on Saturday, February 12. “Since I was a little girl I dreamed of this moment,” Alaina said from the stage. “My family’s very musical. My dad grew up playing…
Michael Ray‘s fans are of all ages, including young ones! The Florida native just performed his No. 1 hit, “Whiskey and Rain,” at the Grand Ole Opry, where he was joined by a young fan named Jillian. Ray shared a portion of their performance on social media. “I’ve had so many incredible moments on the , but this…
We now know when Lauren Alaina will be inducted into the Grand Ole Opry! The American Idol star will officially become a member on Saturday, February 12. “I wish I could tell this sweet, young girl that stepped in that circle for the first time on June 10, 2011, one DEBUT will become an official member of the…
Texas Hill will cross a big item off their bucket list when they make their Grand Ole Opry debut this weekend as a trio. The group, made up of The Voice contestants Adam Wakefield and Craig Wayne Boyd, and American Idol finalist, Casey James, will take the stage for the first time together, on January 22. Home Free ‘s Austin Brown, who has performed…
14 years ago today was a historic day for Charlie Daniels. It was on January 19, 2008, that Daniels became an official member of the Grand Ole Opry. Of all of his accomplishments, of which there were many, Daniels said being part of the prestigious organization was one he was most proud of achieving. “To be able to be…
2021 was full of plenty of newsworthy stories. As the country cautiously emerged from the restrictions brought on by the coronavirus pandemic, we did our best to focus on positive, uplifting stories, which illustrated the good in the music-makers, the city, the celebrities and the world. Our Top 10 stories of the year included a reality TV talent…
Lauren Alaina will soon be a Grand Ole Opry member! The American Idol alum was invited to join by Trisha Yearwood, while performing at the historic venue on Saturday, December 18. The invitation began when Yearwood appeared on the video screen, wishing everyone a Merry Christmas, before she told Alaina, whom she lovingly calls “Junior,” because of their…
