Bill Monroe

Bill Monroe


Bill Monroe (September 13, 1911 – September 9, 1996) developed the style of country music known as bluegrass, which takes its name from his band, the "Blue Grass Boys," named for his home state of Kentucky. Monroe's performing career spanned 60 years as a singer, instrumentalist, composer and bandleader. He is often referred to as "the father of bluegrass." In the rock (and roll) community, Bill Monroe may be best known via one of Elvis Presley's earliest recordings at Sun Records, that of Monroe's 'Blue Moon of Kentucky'. Patsy Cline also made a highly regarded version of this song.


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In the Pines

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Precious Memories

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Lord, Lead Me On

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House of Gold

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Jesus Hold My Hand

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Nine Pound Hammer

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John Henry

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The Lee Weddin' Tune

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Blue Moon of Kentucky

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Blue Moon Of Kentucky

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