Bill Monroe

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.

Personal information

Birth Place

Rosine, Kentucky, USA

Birthday

1911-09-13

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Bill Monroe: Father of Bluegrass Music

Bill Monroe: Father of Bluegrass Music

1993

10

Movie
Opry Video Classics: Pioneers

Opry Video Classics: Pioneers

2007

10

Movie
High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music

High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music

1991

7

Movie
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The Johnny Cash Show

1969

6.5

TV show
The Porchlight Sessions

The Porchlight Sessions

2017

0

Movie
Big Family: The Story of Bluegrass Music

Big Family: The Story of Bluegrass Music

2019

0

Movie
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Yesteryear in Nashville

1982

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TV show