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.

Known For

The Porchlight Sessions

28 September, 2017

High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music

1 January, 1991

Bill Monroe: Father of Bluegrass Music

31 May, 1993

Scruggs: A Festival of Music

1 June, 1972

Opry Video Classics: Pioneers

21 November, 2007

Big Family: The Story of Bluegrass Music

30 August, 2019

Newport and the Great Folk Dream

5 September, 2025

The Johnny Cash Show

1969

Yesteryear in Nashville

1982