Biography

William Smith Monroe was an American mandolinist, singer, and songwriter, who created the bluegrass music genre. Because of this, he is often called the "Father of Bluegrass". The genre takes its name from his band, the Blue Grass Boys, who named their group for the bluegrass of Monroe's home state of Kentucky.

Known For

50 Years of Country Music

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Big Family: The Story of Bluegrass Music

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Opry Video Classics: Pioneers

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Newport and the Great Folk Dream

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Bill Monroe: Father of Bluegrass Music

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High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music

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Scruggs: A Festival of Music

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The Porchlight Sessions

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