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OPRY STAR SPOTLIGHT-Stars of the 1960's Grand Ole Opry-Pt 1
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King of Country MusicKing of Country Music by Roy Acuff
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Roy was "The King Of Country Music" as well as the king backstage at the opry. His best songs are here.
The Definitive Ernest Tubb Hits CollectionThe Definitive Ernest Tubb Hits Collection by Ernest Tubb
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As well as being an Opry favorite, "Live From Ernest Tubb's Record Shop" was broadcast right after the Opry every Sat. That was another country music legendary event each week.
Marty Robbins - All-Time Greatest HitsMarty Robbins - All-Time Greatest Hits by Marty Robbins
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Marty was probably the #1 Opry favorite during the 60's. He always went on last and the audience always demanded encore after ecnore. One night he went nearly an hour over time to please his fans..
Live at the Grand Ole OpryLive at the Grand Ole Opry by Jim Reeves
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Here's the real sound of the Opry live courtesy of Jim Reeves.
The Essential Porter WagonerThe Essential Porter Wagoner by Porter Wagoner
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Porter performed all of these songs and more every week at Ryman Auditorium. What great memories.
Starday YearsStarday Years by Minnie Pearl
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This box set shows why Minnie was the queen to Roy Acuff's king status. She was the backbone of the program along with Acuff.
RCA Country LegendsRCA Country Legends by Hank Snow
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Snow was another Opry standout and world wide star. This is a fine CD.
Satisfaction GuaranteedSatisfaction Guaranteed by Carl Smith
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An unbelieveable 143 song from this Opry regular. It's worth the price.
Queen of Country MusicQueen of Country Music by Kitty Wells
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4 discs of classics from the original "Queen Of Country Music" herself. She hit it big in the 50's, but was still loved at the Opry throughout the 1960's too, and beyond.
In a Honky Tonk MoodIn a Honky Tonk Mood by Ray Price
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Ray was able to cross over to pop way back when, but I'm not so sure that was a good thing for country music. At any rate, some of Ray's best are on this CD.
The Best of Lefty FrizzellThe Best of Lefty Frizzell by Lefty Frizzell
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A classic American country songwriter and performer.
George Jones - 24 Greatest HitsGeorge Jones - 24 Greatest Hits by George Jones
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"Possum" in his own classic style.
RCA Country LegendsRCA Country Legends by Dolly Parton
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Here's the original Dolly at her finest.
The Essential Johnny CashThe Essential Johnny Cash by Johnny Cash
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2 discs containing 36 songs that are not to be missed from "The Man In Black".
The Cajun Country Music of a Louisiana ManThe Cajun Country Music of a Louisiana Man by Jimmy C. Newman
Hopefully this CD will become available once again, as there's some great work on this one.
Don Gibson - 18 Greatest HitsDon Gibson - 18 Greatest Hits by Don Gibson
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Gibson has a classic voice and a great songwriting style. He was always loved by the Opry fans.
You Are My Sunshine: 1937-1948You Are My Sunshine: 1937-1948 by Jimmie Davis
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Davis was a perpetual favorite on Saturday nights in Nashville.
I'm Little, But I'm Loud: The Little Jimmy Dickens CollectionI'm Little, But I'm Loud: The Little Jimmy Dickens Collection by Little Jimmy Dickens
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A true stageman and performer, Jimmy was at his best in the 1960's.
Lonzo & OscarLonzo & Oscar by Lonzo & Oscar
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These country comic legends never failed to deliver to the Opry fans each week.
Don't Let Me Cross OverDon't Let Me Cross Over by Carl & Pearl Butler
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"Don't Let Me Cross Over" in a bonafide 5 star song. A "must own" for any fan of the 1960's Opry.
Tears of Fire: The 25th Anniversary CollectionTears of Fire: The 25th Anniversary Collection by Tammy Wynette
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There's 67 songs on this collection that includes all of her hits and Opry favorites too.
Please Help Me I'm FallingPlease Help Me I'm Falling by Hank Locklin
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Hank was a huge country & Opry star during the 60's.Don't overlook this one.
Country Music Hall of Fame 1978Country Music Hall of Fame 1978 by Grandpa Jones
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Grandpa even found fame outside the Opry on "Hee Haw", but we'll overlook that.
Sing the Original Carter Family's Greatest HitsSing the Original Carter Family's Greatest Hits by Wilma Lee & Stoney Cooper
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Wilma Lee & Stoney doing Carter Family songs. What more could you ask for ?
The Essential Skeeter DavisThe Essential Skeeter Davis by Skeeter Davis
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20 great songs from Skeeter. Her husband was Raplh Emery, announcer for the Opry & host of WSM's "Opry Star Spotlight" in the wee hours of the morning during the 60's.