1911-09-13 ( 113 years old ) in Rosine, Kentucky, USA
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.
Movies
Big Family: The Story of Bluegrass Music
2019-08-30
The Porchlight Sessions
2017-09-28
Opry Video Classics: Pioneers
2007-11-21
Bill Monroe: Father of Bluegrass Music
1993-05-31
High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music
1991-01-01
Scruggs: A Festival of Music
1972-06-01
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