Friday, August 7, 2009

Bacon Brothers to make Opry debut Sept. 1

The Bacon Brothers will make their Opry debut Tues., Sept. 1 when they appear alongside the Bellamy Brothers to perform the Bellamys’ current single, “Guilty of the Crime,” on which both sets of brothers appear. The appearance will mark the first public appearance for the Bacons and the Bellamys together.

The song is the first single from The Bellamy Brothers newest album The Anthology, Vol. 1 available digitally now and in stores Sept. 29.

The appearance of the Bacon Brothers-- Golden Globe-nominated Kevin and Emmy-winner Michael-- lengthens the list of award-winning television and film veterans who have debuted on the Opry in the past year. Others include Academy Award-winner Kevin Costner, Golden Globe nominee Jack Black, and Emmy-winner Steve Martin.

Other upcoming performers include
Charley Pride, Darryl Worley, Mark Wills (August 7);
Rodney Atkins, Ricky Skaggs (August 14);
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Josh Turner, Mel Tillis (August 15);
Oak Ridge Boys, Crystal Gayle, Del McCoury Band (August 21);
Craig Morgan (August 25);
Cherryholmes, Marty Stuart (August 28);
Gretchen Wilson (Sept.1).

The Grand Ole Opry® is presented by Cracker Barrel Old Country Store®. Opry performances are held every weekend of the year and on Tuesdays through Dec. 18. To plan an Opry visit, call (800) SEE-OPRY or log on to www.opry.com.

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