tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6344993590139159352.post3616428543804715933..comments2024-03-28T21:22:49.157-04:00Comments on Fayfare's Opry Blog: Grand Ole Opry 11/4 & 11/5fayfarehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00173166778978335059noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6344993590139159352.post-31528904991137496362016-11-07T00:42:42.801-05:002016-11-07T00:42:42.801-05:00Stonewall was so faithful for so many years he was...Stonewall was so faithful for so many years he was there every week ---week after week ---- that should be worth something ---<br />Flushing Michigan DashmannAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6344993590139159352.post-16082860116457536202016-11-06T12:38:45.528-05:002016-11-06T12:38:45.528-05:00Just to follow up on Kyle's fine description o...Just to follow up on Kyle's fine description of last night, Bill Anderson handled the introduction of Stonewall. He talked about how Stonewall came to Nashville, how he auditioned for Wesley Rose, then was taken over to the Opry to audition for George D. Hay. He sounded sincere, then he formally introduced Stonewall, mentioning his 60th Opry anniversary and the fact that Sunday was Stonewall's birthday. <br /><br />Stonewall sang "Waterloo" and sounded pretty good, much better than the last time he did the Opry. And from pictures I saw of Stonewall on Facebook backstage with the cake, he looked very good. After the song was finished, Bill called him back out and he, along with announcer Mike Terry, presented Stonewall with his 90th Opry anniversary wall block, which every member has been receiving, along with a framed commemorative poster. Stonewall received a very loud and enthusiastic ovation from the audience and thanked Bill, Mike and the audience. He finished by reminding everyone that he was going to be hosting the Midnight Jamboree. <br /><br />Not as elaborate as Jean Shepard's 60th Opry anniversary, but then again, Jean was at the Opry pretty much every week and did not sue the Opry. She also did not leave the Opry for a while like Stonewall did in the 60's. But I thought it was fine. And no, I did not expect anyone from the Opry management, including Steve Buchanan, Pete Fisher, or Dan Rogers to do the presentation to Stonewall. And I think everyone was fine with that. <br /><br />All in all, I think the Opry handled it just fine. Byronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07610237116677181633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6344993590139159352.post-50112773543064105592016-11-06T11:00:37.021-05:002016-11-06T11:00:37.021-05:00Bill Anderson handled the whole thing for Stonewal...Bill Anderson handled the whole thing for Stonewall. I was hoping that for once Pete Fisher would put previous differences aside and thank him for his dedication and care for the Opry, but I guess I'll settle for letting stonewall perform. <br /><br />Bill Anderson said to Stonewall after his first song "We cant let you leave after doing only 1 song!" I was hoping it meant doing a 2nd song, but unfortunately that wasnt the case. But I was really happy to hear the roaring audience reaction to having Stonewall back on the show.<br /><br />With the oprys grudges, this may very well be stonewall jacksons final opry appearance. While he didnt get to do another song, Im glad it was made known how much the fans enjoy his music and being there. I hope Pete Fisher heard the response. kylenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6344993590139159352.post-4325290779851290012016-11-06T09:56:53.721-05:002016-11-06T09:56:53.721-05:00I missed it. I'm curious as well. Stonewall Ja...I missed it. I'm curious as well. Stonewall Jackson needs to be considered for the Hall of Fame. His recording career was just as solid as Jimmy Dean, Ferlin Husky, Jean Shepard and Connie Smith. He's the last of the honkytonker's not to be inducted. David Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12236512891823165117noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6344993590139159352.post-48768782589514353402016-11-06T07:32:06.012-05:002016-11-06T07:32:06.012-05:00Fred, Bismarck:
One lousy song? Wow, they went al...Fred, Bismarck:<br /><br />One lousy song? Wow, they went all out. Which song did he do?<br /><br />Did the brass come out, and what did they have to say?<br /><br />Thanks.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6344993590139159352.post-66631904742901794222016-11-06T01:28:11.709-04:002016-11-06T01:28:11.709-04:00Well, it was nice of the Opry to "allow"...Well, it was nice of the Opry to "allow" Stonewall to have is one song and be able to be recognized as one of the few to reach 60 years at the Opry. A little sarcasm in that but I mean it. I'm pretty sure there are some hard feelings there and they could have just as easily not done it. But, as I have said before, we don't know what goes on. Maybe some of the artist pushed the issue.<br /><br />It really is too bad he didn't get at least two songs after not being on for two years. For a guy who hardly performs anymore, I think he sounded as good or better than anyone who performed tonight.<br /><br />Jim<br />Knightsville, INAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6344993590139159352.post-15841071760242604022016-11-05T08:49:10.778-04:002016-11-05T08:49:10.778-04:00Alison came out and did a duet with Jamey Johnson,...Alison came out and did a duet with Jamey Johnson, "Seven Spanish Angels." Garth and Trisha closed out the show with Garth finishing up with "The Dance." I would say that the show ran about 20 minutes over. Of course, I only listened live to the first half of the Opry last night, then had to go and my thanks to one of my faithful Opry fans for tipping me off that Garth and Trisha were on. At least I was able to hear the last song and then the replay of Garth on Sirius. Byronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07610237116677181633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6344993590139159352.post-91060633370404277442016-11-05T07:50:12.766-04:002016-11-05T07:50:12.766-04:00Thanks Byron.
Tuned in later, and missed Alison.
H...Thanks Byron.<br />Tuned in later, and missed Alison.<br />Hope this becomes a habit for big time 'Opry stars.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06111248376319647136noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6344993590139159352.post-47100043999324418532016-11-04T23:35:39.416-04:002016-11-04T23:35:39.416-04:00As did Alison Krauss. As did Alison Krauss. Byronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07610237116677181633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6344993590139159352.post-35958283282050260922016-11-04T22:31:34.825-04:002016-11-04T22:31:34.825-04:00And now Trisha Yearwood.
What a night for a group ...And now Trisha Yearwood.<br />What a night for a group of lucky 'Opry fans.....Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06111248376319647136noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6344993590139159352.post-49195863444761127422016-11-04T22:24:17.941-04:002016-11-04T22:24:17.941-04:00So who drops in tonight?
Garth Brooks, that's ...So who drops in tonight?<br />Garth Brooks, that's who.<br />Fans there have to believe they're lucky beyond belief!<br />Good for Garth.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06111248376319647136noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6344993590139159352.post-62801337070667238652016-11-04T03:01:40.932-04:002016-11-04T03:01:40.932-04:00Glad to see Stonewall Jackson is on the Grand Ole ...Glad to see Stonewall Jackson is on the Grand Ole Opry Saturday night. GO GET EM STONEWALL. Stonewall will also be hosting the Midnight Jamboree this Saturday. BobAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6344993590139159352.post-46927881554939247122016-11-03T14:11:54.068-04:002016-11-03T14:11:54.068-04:00A change for the Friday Night Opry.
Revised firs...A change for the Friday Night Opry. <br /><br />Revised first segment: Jeannie Seely; Mike Snider; Kelsey Waldon<br />Revised second segment: John Conlee; Connie Smith; Jamey Johnson<br /><br />2nd half of show still the same. <br />Byronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07610237116677181633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6344993590139159352.post-53108091347291481962016-11-02T22:45:59.022-04:002016-11-02T22:45:59.022-04:00I personally quit watching CMA award shows years a...I personally quit watching CMA award shows years ago, and only went to youtube (the next day) to see Little Jimmie Dickens or any other true country act that snuck onto the show somehow. Saved LOTS of time that way.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06111248376319647136noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6344993590139159352.post-90467720037180497062016-11-02T19:15:25.435-04:002016-11-02T19:15:25.435-04:00I have to say I am shocked there is not any mainst...I have to say I am shocked there is not any mainstream representation at the Opry this weekend (current or former) with most everyone in town for the CMA awards tonight. Not only a current star, but even some of the older ones since the CMA awards are taking a significant reflection on their past 50 years with lots of the older artists. This is one of the few weekends the Opry should be flowing with big artists and now relying on multiple newcomers making their debut.Joehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07427960253977868981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6344993590139159352.post-5626627410811469252016-11-02T17:15:46.147-04:002016-11-02T17:15:46.147-04:00Yea for Stonewall! This will be "must liste...Yea for Stonewall! This will be "must listening!"Bruce Ligonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08529043319979050549noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6344993590139159352.post-83935770004636716872016-11-02T16:58:27.044-04:002016-11-02T16:58:27.044-04:00Hi Byron - would you be able to help me find out t...Hi Byron - would you be able to help me find out the Grand Ole Opry lineup for 4/9/99? Thank you in advance for any help!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10749290941080113518noreply@blogger.com