Get a close look at the life of Bill Monroe, father of bluegrass music, and uncover surprising facts

Join us on a journey through the life of Bill Monroe, the father of bluegrass music and a true historic icon. Discover the story of how Monroe revolutionized American music with his unique style and sound, and how he went on to form the legendary band, The Bluegrass Boys. Explore the lesser-known facts about his childhood and career, and learn how he influenced other legendary bluegrass artists such as Flatt & Scruggs, Reno and Smiley, Jimmy Martin, and many others. This bluegrass documentary offers a captivating close look into the life and legacy of the king of bluegrass music, Bill Monroe.
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[@AdmiringCorgi-ci9xc]

I LOVE THIS. TOMMY SNOW

[@darrenkessinger4242]

Im from butler county an used to play in rosin at old barn jamboree know james real well he played with me in hartfod Kentucky

[@clawhammer704]

Used to go to bluegrass festivals all over Virginia and North Carolina. Bill Monroe would be up on stage playing and our group would be up in the camp ground playing music ourselves. We didn’t stop to go see him play on stage. Happened like that numerous times. We just took it for granted. Wished I’d gone down to watch him more now that he’s gone. Too late now. I have got my picture taken with him one time though. Still have that picture.

[@ScenicBliss]

That's a great story.

[@nancywells2816]

Bill Manroe is my favorite bluegrass Singer,Love his music.

[@williamlewis9350]

Great video. Wish you had of included the story about him scratching the word Gibson off the headstock, leaving only the word 'The".

[@gregbrown4962]

The Monroe brothers actually went to work for Sinclair Oil in the refinery at Whiting Indiana a suburb of Chicago. To my knowledge they never worked for Standard Oil.

[@hakanabrahamson8257]

Yes that's right, Sinclair Oil was the company where Bill cleaned the oil cans.

[@jaclynalley809]

Love this! In the Pines is my favorite Bill Monroe tune! I learned a lot from this documentary. . Keep up the good work.

[@ScenicBliss]

Thanks. Glad you found it informative.

[@skydiverclassc2031]

Monroe did play on TV during the mid-50s, appearing on "The Country Show", which was an offshoot of the the Grand Old Opry. He didn't appear on many shows as far as I know, but the shows are rebroadcast on RFD=TV on Saturdays.

[@ScenicBliss]

Thanks for the info. We’ll check it out.

[@hakanabrahamson8257]

Many interesting facts are left behind, such as the everlasting conflicts with his bandmates. And why he mistrusted so many people who supported him. Based on his unhappy childhood - he never trusted anyone.

[@EliCosper85]

Bill is The Architect

[@oldcremona]

Earl is the CEO

[@jackcrane7853]

@@oldcremona but WADE MAINER was the SOUL

[@RadekNiec]

Amazing top class documentary! Thank you

[@ScenicBliss]

Thank you so much. Glad you liked it.

[@gingerludtke8503]

Excellent- thank you!

[@crystalballgazers]

Thank you for this!!!

[@darrenkessinger4242]

Yes they worked as standard bills son james told me that

[@jeffwoldaudio]

Regarding Elvis, Bill was quoted as saying those were "powerful checks" he received from the sales of Elvis' BMOK recording.

[@ScenicBliss]

Love that, wish I had known before I produced the video...Thanks.

[@joeybrown9218]

Please make a special on tony rice

[@bouffant-girl]

Awesome

[@danbernstein4694]

at 19:45 the great Clarence White pickin' in the background.

[@williambutler8624]

Yes, that is Clarence White, I don't know what year it is, my guess would be early 60's. One of the best FLATPICKERS.

[@darrenkessinger4242]

I live in Morgantown Kentucky

[@ChrisHenryVideos]

well done!

[@ScenicBliss]

Glad you liked the video.

[@jeremycline9542]

Is that the same Arnold Schultz who helped pioneer Kentucky thumb-style?

[@ScenicBliss]

Yes, it is.

[@jeremycline9542]

@@ScenicBliss Then he's one very important American musician.

[@scottduke3681]

rosine ky

[@scottduke3681]

dread god!!!