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Membership at the Grand Ole Opry
17:42 - 24:40 (06:57)
The membership criteria for joining the Grand Ole Opry is subjective and objective as it is determined by a bunch of stuff based on people's talent and merit. Membership has included prominent individuals such as Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, and Barbara Mandrell.
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The Grand Ole Opry became a big hit in the 1940s with sold-out shows at Carnegie Hall and tours in Europe.
17:42 - 19:22 (01:40)
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The Grand Ole Opry became a big hit in the 1940s with sold-out shows at Carnegie Hall and tours in Europe. Minnie Pearl, a regular cast member, also appeared in a 1982 Spick and Span commercial, bringing back childhood memories for some listeners.
ChapterMembership at the Grand Ole Opry
EpisodeThe Grand Ole Opry Cast
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Learn about the two ways a musician can perform at the Grand Ole Opry - as a guest or as a member - and the significance of being invited to join the cast.
19:23 - 20:22 (00:58)
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Learn about the two ways a musician can perform at the Grand Ole Opry - as a guest or as a member - and the significance of being invited to join the cast.
ChapterMembership at the Grand Ole Opry
EpisodeThe Grand Ole Opry Cast
PodcastStuff You Should Know
There is no one set of criteria for being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, but rather a mix of subjective and objective factors determined by a committee.
20:22 - 23:03 (02:40)
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There is no one set of criteria for being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, but rather a mix of subjective and objective factors determined by a committee. Artists who do get inducted are expected to play 12 shows a year to maintain their membership.
ChapterMembership at the Grand Ole Opry
EpisodeThe Grand Ole Opry Cast
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The Grand Ole Opry has had a prestigious membership over the years including Roy Acuff, Bill Monroe, Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, and Reba.
23:03 - 24:40 (01:37)
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The Grand Ole Opry has had a prestigious membership over the years including Roy Acuff, Bill Monroe, Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, and Reba. In 1964, the membership was narrowed down to 12 and remained that way until 2000.