Bill Monroe
Acting
Born: 1911-09-13 in Rosine, Kentucky, USA
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
The Johnny Cash Show
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Yesteryear in Nashville
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Opry Video Classics: Pioneers
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Big Family: The Story of Bluegrass Music
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Bill Monroe: Father of Bluegrass Music
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Newport and the Great Folk Dream
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The Porchlight Sessions
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High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music
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