Exactly! Thank you! Finally, somebody who gets it and shares my view, which just happens to be the TRUTH! I'm a big fan of country, but I can't tell you any of the current top ten people, songs, etc. I tried to watch the Opry recently to share it with my young daughter. I was a little younger than she when I had the privilege of being backstage at the Opry, visiting Opry land Hotel, & getting to be in the audience for a show. I recall being aware of the history, despite my youth. My uncle sang back up with the likes of the late, great Dottie West and Martha Carson, the latter whom I thought was like a great aunt. I actually cried & had to turn off the TV because I'm not sure what those folks were singing, but it sure wasn't country music! Furthermore, I don't know who's in charge of the Opry now, but how DARE you put the circus acts in the circle where Aunt Martha, Patsy, Minnie, George, Roy, and Johnny all stood. The circle has been broken.
This is a far greater loss for the Grand Ole Opry than it is for George Strait. He is one of the greatest to ever sing a country song, and he has remained true to the genre throughout his career.
Repent to Jesus Christ “just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”” Matthew 20:28 NIV h
It shows that accolades don’t matter to him. His music speaks for itself. He spends those 26 weeks with his family.. He doesn’t need to be in a club to know he is great …and i’d never given up my residency in Texas to be a member of a club. He had his own club. GSTRC….
Thank goodness, he has and Alan Jackson, sometimes I hear a so called country song and just think y’all haven’t a clue. I think about George Jones, he saw it coming years ago when he said Who’s Gonna Fill their shoes. He was right.
He has said many times that he will stick with traditional country music and that the people in Nashville sold their souls to anything that brought sales. I agree with him and have much respect for not jumping on that train .
George and Alan Jackson did a duet together called " Murder on Music Row" which talks about the current condition of Nashville Music. It is worth a listen.
2 other GREAT legends were not members of the Opry. That would be Buck Owens and Merle Haggard. These 2 guys with a few others are credited with creating the " Bakersfield Sound" and their great careers stand on their own without being Opry members. Nashville also has a "Good Ol' Boy Network" and they were not happy that Buck and Merle cranked out Number 1 Hits while bypassing their System.
Bakersfield for life! Nashville isn't needed and they hate that...look at Luke Combs and other stars today that had to make their own albums with no help from big wigs in Nashville. The Bucks and Merles are still out there being outlaws of country and country is better for it.
This is a loss for the Opry, not for George. George has remained true to his fans, and the roots of country music. More so than what can be said for the Grand Old Opry. I still listen to George Strait music weekly. I don't know the last time I thought about the Opry.
George Strait played on the Opry stage in March, 1991 on a Thursday night during the annual County Music Radio Seminar. I happened to be back stage at that concert and remember it well. Although it was not the Saturday night Grand Old Opry, he did play the Opry stage that night.
As much as I love seeing some of the artists at the Opry. I understand why so many artists are not members. It's hard enough to try and live a normal life just with the commitments he has on his own. He is very much a family man and loves spending time on his ranch,Raising top horses and horse events in his home state. God Bless You George.
Just my opinion, which like everyone else's, doesn't really amount to much, but the Opry is a Nashville club, not necessarily a country music club. It revolves around those who live in that area, and are willing to make the commitment. And we have seen newer artists who have been made members who don't come close to fitting the bill. George is a Texas guy, born and bred. He's not willing to commit to 26 dates/year, which I can understand. No one in country music today, or on the horizon, will come close to his accomplishments. He doesn't need the Opry, and that's fine.
George has been the epidemy of all performers EVER. Find me one legitimate complaint about him or his time in the limelight.... YOU CAN'T. This man is what allllll performers strive for.
The Opry isn't that much of an honor anymore. It's not where a legend like George Strait belongs. He has never changed, he plays and sings and he is the King of country music. Long-live the king. Grand Ole Opry, eat your heart out.
GEORGE STRAIT is the best in the genre in my deep personal opinion his music brings me back to a time nothing like the one we are in now I have no word to express how much I love his music been a fan as long as I can remember I went to a old western shop called Duffys and got me a nice black cowboy hat amd I remember asking shape my hat just like GEORGE STRAIT there was a cardboard cut out of the man in the store I was like 5 amd that is my earliest memory of my THE COUNTRY SINGER .....
I am STUNNED. With all of George's contributions to country music, 60+ NUMBER 1 HITS over Decades !!! ( and with new members being inducted who are only so-so ). I have played and sung for over 50 years, and this is just my opinion, but it seems Wrong on so many levels. I am Stunned !!! :'(
King George as we call him..has Always been Honored by his Fans. We love him. Being a member of the Opry, dosen't matter to us. We have been Loving his Music, loving him for as long as I can remember. Yes I Love Pure Country. My Twin Vee and I been George Strait fans since we was teenagers. There has only been 2 pure country artist that we Love. That's George Strait and Alan Jackson. That's it.👍.Love,respect and Positivity always.✌🖖🕯💕🦋🌠🌻💫. Neita,Ace, Vee and Andrew.🙂🤗🥰💜💜💜💜✌👋👣😉.
Don’t get me wrong I love the Grand Ole Opry! And I love Tennessee… especially Nashville! I’ve been there a few times. And being from a musical family I was raised on all types of music. But I listen to country music the most. I was even able to go watch a show at the Opry that was held for high school bands from all over the country for a band competition in Nashville. I was a freshman that year back in 1983. It was AMAZING to be there!!! And the show was just as AMAZING as being in that hallowed hall! But I do have to say thank you to George for staying here at home in Texas. Texans do love to travel but we don’t like to be gone from home very long. I’m very glad that he got to play at the Opry!!! But thank you George for staying with us! We love having you here at home!
@@GeorgeHarveyStraitmainpage Hello! Just east of Houston. Hit I-10 East & you drive right through my hometown. Thank you for the great years I’ve spent listening to your amazing music! Plus the many years at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo!!!
Haha being a member now of the Opry is overated. Being a member back in the 40s got you airtime on the radio and later in the 50's got you tv time. But later it only become a hindrance having to be there so often. He didn't need the opry.
In today's environment, 26 week commitments are only for touring around the country, if not around the world. I can't imagine some act that has a big following committing to 26 weeks of showing up in Nashville.
He sells out football stadiums. George Strait is a durn BOSS. Will see him at Nashville in July at Nissan Stadium. So looking forward to it. Chris Stapleton and Little Big Town with him. I’m sooo happy and feel fortunate to have the opportunity.
George Strait didn't need the Opry. The Opry sold out country music but George Strait has been true blue to real country music for his entire career, over 40 years. George Strait IS country music and Nashville should take a lesson in what real country music is from George!!
The country music hall of fame recognizes him for who he is. Now, that is the real deal. That is what speaks out loudly. Ask Elvis! Not an entertainment hall for the good Ole boys club tied to a performance contract. But recognition for your talent. The biggest honor of all. How many of these one and dones have there plaque next to his or ever will......
George Strait is a Texan and true to Texas Swing and his fans and family I have seen him yearly in order to renew my belief in country for the past twenty years and hopefully many more😎
I’ve heard about the “commitment” clause where members were required to play a given number of shows a year, but is that mandatory for all members? The reason I ask is because looking over the list of current members, I see artists who seem to always be there (Bill Anderson, Lorrie Morgan, Ricky Skaggs, Jeannie Seely…just to name a few), but I can spot several big name acts that rarely appear (Barbara Mandrell , Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire, Garth Brooks….just to name a few). I know that they all have appeared on the show at one time or another, but not even on a semi regular basis.
The answer seems to be very straightforward......he doesn't need to for any reason. All I hear in the requirements is that they are in control of a large percentage of your time. George has always been very committed to home and family. He has never let his ranch go unattended or his clear view of what is important. Once he decided to be a traditional country artist over a rock and roll singer he never looked back and has stayed very true to that decision. Through it all he has proven his decisions have been good ones and never strayed from what works....I doubt there will ever be a George Strait show that isn't sold out
I am rock ‘n’ roll, Bob Seger iron maiden I do not do country but I can listen to George strait all day. I do have his CDs way. I see it the Opry don’t deserve George Strait. He’s too good for them. Keep it up George.
I am a huge George Strait fan. I wish the Opry would make amendments to their rules about making regular appearances. One reason I say that is because another favorite country singer of mine, Garth Brooks, is an opry member and yet Garth doesn’t play there regularly. Yet they let Garth remain an opry member. It’s just a weird rule in my opinion. They should look into changing that rule a little bit. And they should get on better terms with George Strait.
I thought he made enough commitment when he sang “that’s why I hang my hat in Tennessee.” 26 weeks a year is not a commitment, it’s excessive. And GOO membership in unnecessary. Thanks King George!
I like a lot of George's songs, and I can appreciate his success. With that said, he's only the King of Country if you don't consider the great ones that came before him, paving the way for him.
I question some of this information. How often does Dolly Parton or Garth Brooks perform on the Opry? Certainly not as often as this article states is required.
I'm with Alan! I don't even listen to the so-called "Country" music station on the radio anymore. Just because it's sung by people who happened to grow up in Southern states with a little bit of a drawl, doesn't make it Country. I know that musicians have to change gears sometimes to stay in the limelight, but the genre itself should be clear (in my opinion). In the 70's, we didn't lump Disco, Pop, & Rock into the same catagory!
Strange standards and requirements for membership, if I may say so... Ideally, the only rational criteria ought to be the measure of the artist, his connection with the fans, and record sales. But George Strait is THE KING OF COUNTRY MUSIC and needs no validation, even from a hallowed body like the Grand Ole Opry. There are 195 countries in the world and I'm sure everyone loves George Strait. Love, honor, respect, and salutations for the greatest country music star of all time from faraway Bombay.
"You can hear the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville Tennessee, It's the home of country music on that we all agree. But when you cross that old Red River, hoss that just don't mean a thing, 'cause once you're down in Texas Bob Wills is still the King." - Waylon Jennings
I’ve been to the Opry several times. I enjoyed Minnie, Roy, Porter, and many other artists over the years. I’ve always thought the frequency of performance rules was BS. Because most of the performers present were at the end of their careers, and had given up on touring for family and economics. It was always good to see those performers, but they can’t advertise all the performers as some would cause such uproar. Most of time most performers only do 1-2 songs in each segment of the show. The show starts with Bluegrass, moves to more traditional country, the outlaw, and finally rockabilly. Then they do a second show the same way
The Opry today is a far cry from what it used to be and has allowed the 'New Country' inside it's circle. That is not the way to preserve the true Country Music sound we have grown to love.
The Grand Ole Opry needs George Strait more than George Strait needs the Grand Ole Opry. The Grand Ole Opry has laid a few eggs over the years, asking Elvis Presley to leave and never come back was one of those times.
The Opry making that statement, “The Opry considers those who seek THEM out”… get off your ego driven high horse and find it in your heart to consider the Legends who shaped and carved the path in Country Music. Waylon was banned, Willie gave up membership, and King George does his own thing, making 50+ #1 Hit Songs. I’d say they did pretty good without the Opry. LOL! Let’s go, honor these greats.
Basically, George Strait does not need the Grand Ole Opry membership in order to make him feel special in the country music business. As a Texas resident himself who has remained living outside of San Antonio throughout his illustrious country music career, it just wasn't feasible for George Strait to become a full time Grand Ole Opry member. Even the King of Country Music himself had turned down a membership as well as an induction offer to the Grand Ole Opry. He has no beef with the organization but he felt that he could not make a realistic number of appearances as required to become a new member over there. Sadly, it is Grand Ole Opry's loss and not for George Strait. Even another Texas resident Willie Nelson is not a Grand Ole Opry member either even though he was a full time member for a while when he was living in Nashville in the 1960s decade. Willie Nelson eventually gave up his Grand Ole Opry membership when he moved back to Texas in 1972. Unfortunately, the Grand Ole Opry itself is not so grand anymore these days like it used to be. The honest truth is that George Strait is way too good for the Grand Ole Opry stage anyways. There are also some other country music artists as well as singers and songwriters who are not the Grand Ole Opry members either. George Strait has always been pure country no matter what and he does not need any enhancements whatsoever as he is the real deal. George Strait did not need the Grand Ole Opry stage to make him a country music superstar as he was already a self made legend in the industry when he became famous all by himself without all of that Grand Ole Opry membership. Between him and Alan Jackson, they will always be the Kings of Country Music to me. Otherwise, enough said and that's all I need to say.
The Opry is not about great Country singers anymore,it is about how beautiful and built you look these days,it has very little to do with how great the voice is and it is no longer even real Country Singing anymore,they really did get away with murder on music row.😢💔
There is no need to bash the Opry in this. I went there. They discussed the reason George did not join the Opry. And yes...it was HIS choice. It was because he didn't feel he could give them the time and effort to play as the requirements are. It's as simple as that. They discussed it, he didn't feel he could give them the time that was required, so he decided not to do it.
Well let's dive right into it personally. He said hes George Strait. He is straightforward. He is himself and he doesn't get anybody anywhere around another word. He's not in anybody's circle he is himself and his self only
The 26 show [not week] commitment is only for new artists that have joined the opry membership in the late 2000s when they changed that rule. All earlier artists are grandfathered into the old commitment which was far less and will be grandfathered until death. This is why people like Garth Brooks, who lives in the Nashville area, doesn't perform there 26x a year.
I absolutely love, George Strait. Alan Jackson murder on music row.. They are keeping it country. The music they play now, I’m country station, it’s not country.
I have always been a supporter of independence and the choice not to conform to the expectations of the masses. With all the division nowadays and constant bombardment from all sides of society to belong to this group or that group, Left or Right, pro-this or anti-that, I'm glad Mr. Strait has remained true to his style of country music and not allowed an establishment like the Opry to dictate his success. He has stayed original to himself and the States of Texas and has shown his true class of character by embracing both sides of our southern border and culture.
George doesn’t need the Opry, it’s the other way around. But with the direction that the current country music genre is taking, I don’t know why any real country music entertainer would want to go down that rabbit hole. Nashville has changed way too much for most true country music fans.
Yeah, Thomas, I'd like to see the small few of these new ones that are real good continue to make country music, but if Nashville has their way, they'll find a way to screw it up.
I appreciate George Strait and all his decades of true, authentic country music. He chose not to join the Grand Ole Opry for one reason, it was told you had to appear a certain amount if times live there every year. George stated that he lived in Texas and could not meet that requirement with his home being in Texas, as well as his massively busy touring schedule at the time. I respect t him for that decision. I have seen George over 10 times in concert, and he never disappoints me. I miss seeing him in concert as he doesnt tour as extensively as before, but I do respect his decision to do so for his own health. He is a true country gentleman, and he is keeping it real. God bless you, George, and keep on being you. That is perfect for your true fans. It is the Grand Ole Opry's loss, in my opinion.
Repent to Jesus Christ “just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”” Matthew 20:28 NIV J
You’re not fooling anyone, hon. George Strait does not use social media AT ALL and has said so in interviews. You should be yourself instead of trying to impersonate someone else.
George Strait has remained faithful to country music. I can't say the same for the Grand Ole Opry.
Exactly! Thank you! Finally, somebody who gets it and shares my view, which just happens to be the TRUTH! I'm a big fan of country, but I can't tell you any of the current top ten people, songs, etc. I tried to watch the Opry recently to share it with my young daughter. I was a little younger than she when I had the privilege of being backstage at the Opry, visiting Opry land Hotel, & getting to be in the audience for a show. I recall being aware of the history, despite my youth. My uncle sang back up with the likes of the late, great Dottie West and Martha Carson, the latter whom I thought was like a great aunt. I actually cried & had to turn off the TV because I'm not sure what those folks were singing, but it sure wasn't country music! Furthermore, I don't know who's in charge of the Opry now, but how DARE you put the circus acts in the circle where Aunt Martha, Patsy, Minnie, George, Roy, and Johnny all stood. The circle has been broken.
Totally agree.
Yes .. so has Willie , who resigned his GOO membership 👍🏻👍🏻
I agree 100%. It's not country music anymore.
His name speaks for itself, and he needs no introduction.
As a fellow Texan I have more respect for George now knowing he stayed true to his country roots and did it his way.
This is a far greater loss for the Grand Ole Opry than it is for George Strait. He is one of the greatest to ever sing a country song, and he has remained true to the genre throughout his career.
Repent to Jesus Christ “just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.””
Matthew 20:28 NIV
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Youre strait out right
@Desert Rat - So true!!!
He is a great entertainer beautiful voice smile personality connection with his fans generous to soldiers great actor handsome Texas gentleman ❤❤❤❤❤❤
This article is not about him. Yes Jesus is important and he does matter,yet this is not related to this at all. This comment is off topic.
It shows that accolades don’t matter to him. His music speaks for itself. He spends those 26 weeks with his family.. He doesn’t need to be in a club to know he is great …and i’d never given up my residency in Texas to be a member of a club. He had his own club. GSTRC….
He remained true to country music and not the OPRY . The OPRY isn’t country music nor does it define country music.
Going to a Country Concert nowadays is like going to a rock concert. It almost sounds the same. George Strait has kept it pure country and enjoyable.
Thank goodness, he has and Alan Jackson, sometimes I hear a so called country song and just think y’all haven’t a clue.
I think about George Jones, he saw it coming years ago when he said Who’s Gonna Fill their shoes. He was right.
He has said many times that he will stick with traditional country music and that the people in Nashville sold their souls to anything that brought sales. I agree with him and have much respect for not jumping on that train .
Trashville sold out to the lawyers and the record companies. It's no longer country music.
George and Alan Jackson did a duet together called " Murder on Music Row" which talks about the current condition of Nashville Music. It is worth a listen.
Yeah, and that was almost 25 years ago.
I hate Nashville so bad and I’m originally from there. Most overrated city in America.
@@jshepard152 the song was a bit of a cover yet today it holds just as true today as it did the year it was recorded/released
It’s all true, these newbies are about as country as the Pope
I just heard it and it is AWESOME!
Loving George Strait songs all day long
Thank you so much for your support and love may the lord bless you
Thanks a lot dear for choosing to listen to my music. I really appreciate you.
2 other GREAT legends were not members of the Opry. That would be Buck Owens and Merle Haggard. These 2 guys with a few others are credited with creating the " Bakersfield Sound" and their great careers stand on their own without being Opry members. Nashville also has a "Good Ol' Boy Network" and they were not happy that Buck and Merle cranked out Number 1 Hits while bypassing their System.
Bakersfield here lol yep
Waylon Jennings was not a member either. That is all I need to know.
Bakersfield for life! Nashville isn't needed and they hate that...look at Luke Combs and other stars today that had to make their own albums with no help from big wigs in Nashville. The Bucks and Merles are still out there being outlaws of country and country is better for it.
Conway Twitty was not a member either!
They were legends. Thank you for mentioning Merle and Buck.
George strait is great no matter where he's been or going ..still great
This is a loss for the Opry, not for George. George has remained true to his fans, and the roots of country music. More so than what can be said for the Grand Old Opry. I still listen to George Strait music weekly. I don't know the last time I thought about the Opry.
George Strait played on the Opry stage in March, 1991 on a Thursday night during the annual County Music Radio Seminar. I happened to be back stage at that concert and remember it well. Although it was not the Saturday night Grand Old Opry, he did play the Opry stage that night.
As much as I love seeing some of the artists at the Opry. I understand why so many artists are not members. It's hard enough to try and live a normal life just with the commitments he has on his own. He is very much a family man and loves spending time on his ranch,Raising top horses and horse events in his home state. God Bless You George.
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@George Strait Thank you George, I have tickets for your show at Nissan Stadium Sat July 29th and would enjoy meeting you.
Thanks Again Donnie
@@annsmith8948 he is not the real George strait. If you click on his name, he just joined a week ago and only has a couple subscribers
George Strait is King of Country music!
Hello fans thanks for your love and support God bless you
Just my opinion, which like everyone else's, doesn't really amount to much, but the Opry is a Nashville club, not necessarily a country music club. It revolves around those who live in that area, and are willing to make the commitment. And we have seen newer artists who have been made members who don't come close to fitting the bill.
George is a Texas guy, born and bred. He's not willing to commit to 26 dates/year, which I can understand. No one in country music today, or on the horizon, will come close to his accomplishments. He doesn't need the Opry, and that's fine.
Travis Tritt's a member of the country club! Country music is what he loves!
George has been the epidemy of all performers EVER. Find me one legitimate complaint about him or his time in the limelight.... YOU CAN'T. This man is what allllll performers strive for.
The Opry isn't that much of an honor anymore. It's not where a legend like George Strait belongs. He has never changed, he plays and sings and he is the King of country music. Long-live the king. Grand Ole Opry, eat your heart out.
Omg!!!! I never thought of that!!
You have people that are not even country artists and HE ISNT in it!!
Love George Strait good music
Ol’ George ain’t missing out on anything.
GEORGE STRAIT is the best in the genre in my deep personal opinion his music brings me back to a time nothing like the one we are in now I have no word to express how much I love his music been a fan as long as I can remember I went to a old western shop called Duffys and got me a nice black cowboy hat amd I remember asking shape my hat just like GEORGE STRAIT there was a cardboard cut out of the man in the store I was like 5 amd that is my earliest memory of my THE COUNTRY SINGER .....
I am STUNNED. With all of George's contributions to country music, 60+ NUMBER 1 HITS over Decades !!! ( and with new members being inducted who are only so-so ). I have played and sung for over 50 years, and this is just my opinion, but it seems Wrong on so many levels. I am Stunned !!! :'(
Hello fans thanks for the support and love God bless you
King George as we call him..has Always been Honored by his Fans. We love him. Being a member of the Opry, dosen't matter to us. We have been Loving his Music, loving him for as long as I can remember. Yes I Love Pure Country. My Twin Vee and I been George Strait fans since we was teenagers. There has only been 2 pure country artist that we Love. That's George Strait and Alan Jackson. That's it.👍.Love,respect and Positivity always.✌🖖🕯💕🦋🌠🌻💫. Neita,Ace, Vee and Andrew.🙂🤗🥰💜💜💜💜✌👋👣😉.
The king , thank God he's never changed Texas is the country music capital of the world son git over it 😢😢😢
He should be a Opry member. He's the "Elite of Country Music"
He is!!!🎉🤩❤️
Screw the opry, they’ve lost their direction and are pushing the country pop shit that’s an embarrassment to real country music!
that's bull .. He doesn't need the opry recognition. He famous all by himself. congrats George...
Since 1985
Don’t get me wrong I love the Grand Ole Opry! And I love Tennessee… especially Nashville! I’ve been there a few times. And being from a musical family I was raised on all types of music. But I listen to country music the most. I was even able to go watch a show at the Opry that was held for high school bands from all over the country for a band competition in Nashville. I was a freshman that year back in 1983. It was AMAZING to be there!!! And the show was just as AMAZING as being in that hallowed hall! But I do have to say thank you to George for staying here at home in Texas. Texans do love to travel but we don’t like to be gone from home very long. I’m very glad that he got to play at the Opry!!! But thank you George for staying with us! We love having you here at home!
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@@GeorgeHarveyStraitmainpage Hello! Just east of Houston. Hit I-10 East & you drive right through my hometown. Thank you for the great years I’ve spent listening to your amazing music! Plus the many years at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo!!!
We ❤️ him more than the rest 🔥🔥❤️💃👏👍👍
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George straight has more awards then any other country and rock singers. Plus i think a grammy nomination.
Haha being a member now of the Opry is overated. Being a member back in the 40s got you airtime on the radio and later in the 50's got you tv time. But later it only become a hindrance having to be there so often. He didn't need the opry.
In today's environment, 26 week commitments are only for touring around the country, if not around the world. I can't imagine some act that has a big following committing to 26 weeks of showing up in Nashville.
He sells out football stadiums. George Strait is a durn BOSS. Will see him at Nashville in July at Nissan Stadium. So looking forward to it. Chris Stapleton and Little Big Town with him. I’m sooo happy and feel fortunate to have the opportunity.
George Strait didn't need the Opry. The Opry sold out country music but George Strait has been true blue to real country music for his entire career, over 40 years. George Strait IS country music and Nashville should take a lesson in what real country music is from George!!
The country music hall of fame recognizes him for who he is. Now, that is the real deal. That is what speaks out loudly. Ask Elvis! Not an entertainment hall for the good Ole boys club tied to a performance contract. But recognition for your talent. The biggest honor of all. How many of these one and dones have there plaque next to his or ever will......
I knew this, but the king can't be every where❤
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George Strait is a Texan and true to Texas Swing and his fans and family I have seen him yearly in order to renew my belief in country for the past twenty years and hopefully many more😎
He Should be Regardless of where He Lives! HE THE KING OF COUNTRY MUSIC!
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I’ve heard about the “commitment” clause where members were required to play a given number of shows a year, but is that mandatory for all members? The reason I ask is because looking over the list of current members, I see artists who seem to always be there (Bill Anderson, Lorrie Morgan, Ricky Skaggs, Jeannie Seely…just to name a few), but I can spot several big name acts that rarely appear (Barbara Mandrell , Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire, Garth Brooks….just to name a few). I know that they all have appeared on the show at one time or another, but not even on a semi regular basis.
He deserves that honor.He worked so hard for it.
The answer seems to be very straightforward......he doesn't need to for any reason. All I hear in the requirements is that they are in control of a large percentage of your time. George has always been very committed to home and family. He has never let his ranch go unattended or his clear view of what is important. Once he decided to be a traditional country artist over a rock and roll singer he never looked back and has stayed very true to that decision. Through it all he has proven his decisions have been good ones and never strayed from what works....I doubt there will ever be a George Strait show that isn't sold out
Thank You George Strait for your Service in the US Amry & your real country music!!
George don't need the Opry he big enough to stand on his own . King George of real Country music !
It used to be called Country Western Music… George sings Western and ain’t a Nashville Cat!
Go Georgie!
I am rock ‘n’ roll, Bob Seger iron maiden I do not do country but I can listen to George strait all day. I do have his CDs way. I see it the Opry don’t deserve George Strait. He’s too good for them. Keep it up George.
George sounds great on a record, but I fell asleep during his concert. Not a singer for a live act concert. Keep making making great records.
Anyone who thinks he's a great singer should look up the video where he sings "You Wreck Me" by Tom Petty.
I am a huge George Strait fan. I wish the Opry would make amendments to their rules about making regular appearances. One reason I say that is because another favorite country singer of mine, Garth Brooks, is an opry member and yet Garth doesn’t play there regularly. Yet they let Garth remain an opry member. It’s just a weird rule in my opinion. They should look into changing that rule a little bit. And they should get on better terms with George Strait.
With all the members they have, 26 appearances a year seems excessive. I’m surprised any one would agree to that.
I’m from Southern California. George strait made me a fan of country music .:: nuff said
I thought he made enough commitment when he sang “that’s why I hang my hat in Tennessee.” 26 weeks a year is not a commitment, it’s excessive. And GOO membership in unnecessary. Thanks King George!
😢He is a great man, He rules his on life!!! ❤
I'm sure if George wanted to be a member, he would be. Be kind to one another. Stay safe. Love to all
George is pure great country! saw him in concert twice in Knoxville......
I'd love to hear George play at the Grand Ole Opry.
George strait will always be a legend in my book even if he isn't a member of the Grand Ole Opry.
While it wasn’t an Opry broadcast, George did play the in the Opry house in the circle last year for Barbara Mandrell’s 50th Opry Anniversary.
I like a lot of George's songs, and I can appreciate his success. With that said, he's only the King of Country if you don't consider the great ones that came before him, paving the way for him.
Awesome and informative vid. Nashville is full of it
KEY word...MONEY! Make the Grand Ole Opry MONEY!
I question some of this information. How often does Dolly Parton or Garth Brooks perform on the Opry? Certainly not as often as this article states is required.
Like most rules, some people are allowed to break them.
Membership doesn’t make you better. The organization lives because musicians and fans choose to be part of something.
Hes the GOAT of country music.
I'm with Alan! I don't even listen to the so-called "Country" music station on the radio anymore. Just because it's sung by people who happened to grow up in Southern states with a little bit of a drawl, doesn't make it Country. I know that musicians have to change gears sometimes to stay in the limelight, but the genre itself should be clear (in my opinion). In the 70's, we didn't lump Disco, Pop, & Rock into the same catagory!
I was thinking about this a few days ago.
Strange standards and requirements for membership, if I may say so...
Ideally, the only rational criteria ought to be the measure of the artist, his connection with the fans, and record sales.
But George Strait is THE KING OF COUNTRY MUSIC and needs no validation, even from a hallowed body like the Grand Ole Opry.
There are 195 countries in the world and I'm sure everyone loves George Strait.
Love, honor, respect, and salutations for the greatest country music star of all time from faraway Bombay.
I remember when it was really a big deal to be on the Opry but now they let anyone play it.
"You can hear the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville Tennessee,
It's the home of country music
on that we all agree.
But when you cross that old Red River, hoss that just don't mean a thing, 'cause once you're down in Texas Bob Wills is still the King."
- Waylon Jennings
George’s legacy will outlive Nashville. He simply could not be bothered.
I’ve been to the Opry several times. I enjoyed Minnie, Roy, Porter, and many other artists over the years. I’ve always thought the frequency of performance rules was BS. Because most of the performers present were at the end of their careers, and had given up on touring for family and economics. It was always good to see those performers, but they can’t advertise all the performers as some would cause such uproar. Most of time most performers only do 1-2 songs in each segment of the show. The show starts with Bluegrass, moves to more traditional country, the outlaw, and finally rockabilly. Then they do a second show the same way
I made the mistake of visiting the Opry. Knowing that it is located in a suburban shopping mall took off the luster.
The Opry today is a far cry from what it used to be and has allowed the 'New Country' inside it's circle. That is not the way to preserve the true Country Music sound we have grown to love.
Obviously George didn’t nor does he now need the the Opry to distinguish his fabulous career
When you’re the King of Texas you don’t need additional titles; God bless Texas and The King
You don’t need to perform at the Opry to confirm or show that you are a bad ass country music artist. George strait is a bad ass without them
The Grand Ole Opry needs George Strait more than George Strait needs the Grand Ole Opry. The Grand Ole Opry has laid a few eggs over the years, asking Elvis Presley to leave and never come back was one of those times.
He and Alan Jackson are pure country unlike the Opry. The Opry lost its way.
The Opry making that statement, “The Opry considers those who seek THEM out”… get off your ego driven high horse and find it in your heart to consider the Legends who shaped and carved the path in Country Music. Waylon was banned, Willie gave up membership, and King George does his own thing, making 50+ #1 Hit Songs. I’d say they did pretty good without the Opry. LOL! Let’s go, honor these greats.
Wow. Opry is crazy. So many rules. He certainly doesn’t need them
Basically, George Strait does not need the Grand Ole Opry membership in order to make him feel special in the country music business. As a Texas resident himself who has remained living outside of San Antonio throughout his illustrious country music career, it just wasn't feasible for George Strait to become a full time Grand Ole Opry member. Even the King of Country Music himself had turned down a membership as well as an induction offer to the Grand Ole Opry. He has no beef with the organization but he felt that he could not make a realistic number of appearances as required to become a new member over there. Sadly, it is Grand Ole Opry's loss and not for George Strait. Even another Texas resident Willie Nelson is not a Grand Ole Opry member either even though he was a full time member for a while when he was living in Nashville in the 1960s decade. Willie Nelson eventually gave up his Grand Ole Opry membership when he moved back to Texas in 1972. Unfortunately, the Grand Ole Opry itself is not so grand anymore these days like it used to be. The honest truth is that George Strait is way too good for the Grand Ole Opry stage anyways. There are also some other country music artists as well as singers and songwriters who are not the Grand Ole Opry members either. George Strait has always been pure country no matter what and he does not need any enhancements whatsoever as he is the real deal. George Strait did not need the Grand Ole Opry stage to make him a country music superstar as he was already a self made legend in the industry when he became famous all by himself without all of that Grand Ole Opry membership. Between him and Alan Jackson, they will always be the Kings of Country Music to me. Otherwise, enough said and that's all I need to say.
The Opry is not about great Country singers anymore,it is about how beautiful and built you look these days,it has very little to do with how great the voice is and it is no longer even real Country Singing anymore,they really did get away with murder on music row.😢💔
When you are "KING OF COUNTRY" , you are never summoned to sit on someone elses throne! Your throne is wherever you pop your squat! 💪🇺🇸
This vid went on and on. I gave up waiting for the reason George is not a member.
There is no need to bash the Opry in this. I went there. They discussed the reason George did not join the Opry. And yes...it was HIS choice. It was because he didn't feel he could give them the time and effort to play as the requirements are. It's as simple as that. They discussed it, he didn't feel he could give them the time that was required, so he decided not to do it.
Well let's dive right into it personally. He said hes George Strait. He is straightforward. He is himself and he doesn't get anybody anywhere around another word. He's not in anybody's circle he is himself and his self only
I think the fact that the Opry wants top notch probably touring artists to fulfill a26 week commitment is crazy
George doesn't Need the Opry to stay in line with his fans. We like him Because he isn't part of a clan. He's King.
you didn't ask "Mr Green" for his opion
Cross my heart
The Grand Ole Opry is just like the Grammys
George strait is at the top of every single one of those lists. The grand ol opry are a bunch on fools to not have Mr. Strait on there
The 26 show [not week] commitment is only for new artists that have joined the opry membership in the late 2000s when they changed that rule. All earlier artists are grandfathered into the old commitment which was far less and will be grandfathered until death.
This is why people like Garth Brooks, who lives in the Nashville area, doesn't perform there 26x a year.
The grand old Opry should be coming to Texas for 26 weeks if they want George. He’s way above them an always will be.
I visited there, and they had a guy join, and none of us knew who he was,
I absolutely love, George Strait. Alan Jackson murder on music row.. They are keeping it country. The music they play now, I’m country station, it’s not country.
I have always been a supporter of independence and the choice not to conform to the expectations of the masses. With all the division nowadays and constant bombardment from all sides of society to belong to this group or that group, Left or Right, pro-this or anti-that, I'm glad Mr. Strait has remained true to his style of country music and not allowed an establishment like the Opry to dictate his success. He has stayed original to himself and the States of Texas and has shown his true class of character by embracing both sides of our southern border and culture.
The common thread throughout George Straits career has been his faithfulness to his roots. He never sold out to the machine.
And true to his wife, quite a rarity for someone as popular as him
I don’t think George is losing sleep over it
Really?
I agree Duke
George doesn’t need the Opry, it’s the other way around. But with the direction that the current country music genre is taking, I don’t know why any real country music entertainer would want to go down that rabbit hole. Nashville has changed way too much for most true country music fans.
Spot on Thomas!
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Yeah, Thomas, I'd like to see the small few of these new ones that are real good continue to make country music, but if Nashville has their way, they'll find a way to screw it up.
Lol.... F Nashville. Nothing from there today represents actual "country."
Is that because a gay black man dressed up like a cowboy and made a country rap song? Rascal Flats was really the step too far.
He is the king of country music. He needs no circle. He is the circle!
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Wrong George..
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I appreciate George Strait and all his decades of true, authentic country music. He chose not to join the Grand Ole Opry for one reason, it was told you had to appear a certain amount if times live there every year. George stated that he lived in Texas and could not meet that requirement with his home being in Texas, as well as his massively busy touring schedule at the time. I respect t him for that decision. I have seen George over 10 times in concert, and he never disappoints me. I miss seeing him in concert as he doesnt tour as extensively as before, but I do respect his decision to do so for his own health. He is a true country gentleman, and he is keeping it real. God bless you, George, and keep on being you. That is perfect for your true fans. It is the Grand Ole Opry's loss, in my opinion.
Repent to Jesus Christ “just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.””
Matthew 20:28 NIV
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@@repentandbelieveinJesusChrist3 Might as well pray to Santa, the Easter Bunny, the Tooth Fairy, or a Leprechaun. You would get the same result.
Hello there . Thanks for the support
How long have you been a fan ?
You’re not fooling anyone, hon. George Strait does not use social media AT ALL and has said so in interviews. You should be yourself instead of trying to impersonate someone else.
Long live the King of Country.
Staying true to real values.
Nashville can kiss his boots.
He is the greatest singer and performer hands down.
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Roy Acuff died