Charlie Daniels (center) invites Montgomery Gentry to join the Grand Ole Opry on May 26, 2009. Photo courtesy of the Grand Ole Opry.
May 27, 2009 — When Montgomery Gentry paid a visit to the Grand Ole Opry Tuesday, the duo got more than expected.
Charlie Daniels popped up from the seats in the Opry House and walked up to the stage to extend a special invitation, asking Eddie Montgomery and Troy Gentry to become the newest members of the Opry cast. Troy had difficulty coming up with words to show his apprecation, and Eddie used Charlie’s handkerchief to dab at tears of joy.
"The Grand Ole Opry, bay-bee!" Eddie yelled as the two launched into "One In Every Crowd."
Opry membership recognizes Troy and Eddie’s contributions to country, beginning a decade ago when they released their debut album, Tattoos & Scars. They’ve since become one of the genre’s best party acts, thanks to such hits as "Gone," "Hell Yeah" and "My Town." They’ll be officially inducted June 23.
Other new additions to the Opry lineup in the last two years include Craig Morgan, Carrie Underwood, Charlie Daniels, Josh Turner and Mel Tillis.
Get Social With GAC
Message Boards
Join the conversation about your favorite artists.
Fan Photo Galleries
Share your photos with country music fans.
Superfan
Watch GAC. Earn points. Get cool prizes.
Blog
Stay up-to-date with all of our daily country news.
facebook
Become a fan on Facebook.
twitter
Follow us on Twitter.
YouTube
Watch our videos on our YouTube channel.