{"id":15180,"date":"2025-04-18T02:18:16","date_gmt":"2025-04-18T02:18:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new50.info\/?p=15180"},"modified":"2025-04-18T02:18:16","modified_gmt":"2025-04-18T02:18:16","slug":"just-one-day-after-what-would-have-been-charley-prides-birthday-the-grand-ole-opry-became-a-cathedral-of-country-music-honoring-the-legend-in-a-celebration-fit-for-royalty-as-the-echoes-of","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new50.info\/?p=15180","title":{"rendered":"Just one day after what would have been Charley Pride\u2019s birthday, the Grand Ole Opry became a cathedral of country music, honoring the legend in a celebration fit for royalty. As the echoes of history filled the air, Aloe Blacc took the stage, joined by the soulful harmonies of The McCrary Sisters, delivering a heart-stirring rendition of \u201cKiss an Angel Good Mornin\u2019.\u201d It wasn\u2019t just a performance\u2014it was a tribute drenched in passion, reverence, and the undeniable spirit of a country music pioneer."},"content":{"rendered":"
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Aloe Blacc and The McCrary Sisters tribute Charley Pride onstage during Opry 100: on March 19, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Jason Kempin\/Getty Images for the Grand Ole Opry)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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The Grand Ole Opry Celebrates 100 Years<\/h2>\n

Music City gathered together on March 19th to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the revered Grand Ole Opry.\u00a0Opry 100: A Live Celebration<\/em> occurred inside the famous Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee, featuring more than two dozen country music stars.<\/p>\n

The first Grand Ole Opry radio show aired in 1925 and went on to become known as \u201cthe show that made country music famous.\u201d Now, 100 years later, the Opry has had an immeasurable impact on country music artists and fans alike.<\/p>\n

Blake Shelton hosted the anniversary event, which was broadcast live for country music fans worldwide to enjoy. The evening featured exciting performances from Opry members, including Reba McEntire, Garth Brooks, Alan Jackson, Carrie Underwood, Vince Gill, and more.<\/p>\n

One of the most memorable portions of the evening was the heartfelt tribute to the late Charley Pride.<\/p>\n

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Lineup for Opry 100 Live Celebration (Grand Ole Opry \/ Facebook)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n

Aloe Blacc And The McCrary Sisters Honor Charley Pride At\u00a0Opry 100<\/em><\/h3>\n

One day after what would have been his 91st birthday, country legend Charley Pride was celebrated on the Opry stage. Singer and rapper Aloe Blacc joined the gospel group The McCrary Sisters for a passionate rendition of \u201cKiss An Angel Good Mornin.\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n

Charley Pride released \u201cKiss An Angel Good Mornin\u2019\u201d in 1971 as the first single from his album\u00a0Charley Pride Sings Heart Songs<\/em>. It was the Mississippi native\u2019s eighth number-one on the country charts and became one of his most well-known songs.\u00a0Relive the original version below!<\/strong><\/p>\n