Country Music Memories: Bill Monroe Inducted Into Rock Hall
On May 15, 1997, Monroe was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Anniversaries
Country Music Memories: Tim McGraw Sued By His Record Label
They wound up in a long, dragged-out court proceeding.
Country Music Memories: Jason Aldean Makes His Opry Debut
On May 13, 2005, Aldean made his debut on the Grand Ole Opry.
Country Music Memories: 'Nashville' Canceled By ABC
On May 12, 2016, ABC canceled the TV drama 'Nashville' — but it didn't take long for another network to pick it up.
Country Music Memories: Tim McGraw Earns Honorary Doctorate
On May 12, 2001, McGraw earned an honorary doctorate degree from the University of Louisiana at Monroe.
Country Music Memories: Willie Nelson Earns Honorary Doctorate
Recipients are being "recognized for their achievements and influence in music, and for their enduring contributions to American and international culture."
Country Music Memories: Carrie Underwood Joins the Opry
On May 10, 2008, Underwood was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry.
Country Music Memories: Keith Whitley Dies
Whitley died at the age of 33 from alcohol poisoning.
Country Music Memories: Dolly Parton Earns Honorary Doctorate
Parton also gave the commencement address at UT Knoxville that year.