The Grand Ole Opry showcases country music's past, present and future. So it's telling that after the Opry renovated and unveiled its new stage earlier this year, this was the first song we heard.

Ada R. Habershon was an English hymn writer who shaped the sound of early gospel music. Born in 1861, she dedicated much of her life to creating spiritual songs that inspired countless listeners ...

This story is part of American Anthem, a yearlong series on songs that rouse, unite, celebrate and call to action. Find more at NPR.org/Anthem. In the spring of 2010 ...

The Carter Family, Johnny Cash, and The Staple Singers are all important names in American music, connected by their deep roots in gospel, country, and folk traditions. The Carter Family helped shape ...

Earlier this year bluegrass quintet High Fidelity released its newest album Hills And Home. The 14-track album closes with the beloved standard “Will The Circle Be Unbroken?” as the band puts its ...

“Will the Circle Be Unbroken" is perhaps one of the best known hymns to emerge from the rich history of Appalachian folk music, brought to international renown by A.P. Carter of the Carter Family, the ...

At a time when every movie is a remake and cover songs sometimes out-chart the originals, it's not unheard of for an artist to revisit the past. For John McEuen of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, there's ...

Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on X (Opens in new window) John McEue, left ...