Grand Ole Opry springs surprise on Charlie Daniels
Reuters, Nov 21, 2007 7:00 pm PSTLegendary country star and fiddler
Charlie Daniels has been invited to become the newest member of
the Grand Ole Opry.
Daniels was surprised with the invitation by Martina McBride during his annual Christmas For Kids benefit show at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville on November 19.
Following the Opry's invitation, the Ryman's stage curtains were pulled to reveal the Opry's classic barn backdrop, and an Opry microphone stand was added center stage. Daniels performed the rest of the benefit show in front of the famous backdrop.
One of the most versatile and prolific artists in American music, Daniels has released 50 albums, 17 of those since launching his own Blue Hat label a decade ago. His projects have encompassed a variety of genres, from blues to Southern rock to country to bluegrass.
The 71-year-old Daniels will be officially inducted into the Opry at a performance later this winter.
Reuters/Billboard
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