Kenny Chesney photo courtesy of Sony BMG Nashville.

Each week country music expert Neil Haislop answers your questions!

Q: Why has Kenny Chesney not been inducted into the Grand Ole Opry? I know his music is somewhat different from others, but that is what makes him great, plus his Entertainer of the Year wins. I have watched newer singers get in the Opry, yet Kenny has been around longer.
(Kathy, Marion, SC)

A: Kathy, I’m sure that Kenny Chesney will someday become a member of the Grand Ole Opry — when he and the Opry want that to happen. Sometimes when an artist is invited depends on when the artist feels it’s the best time for their career. As busy as Kenny has been, growing his tour to huge proportions, constantly releasing new material and escaping to his island homes, all may have postponed his participation as a member of the Opry.

Q: Why do we not hear much about Tracy Lawrence? I love his songs.
(Tonya, Fort Pierce, FL)

A: Tracy Lawrence has been plenty busy since he won the CMA Vocal Event Award last year with Tim McGraw and Kenny Chesney on "Find Out Who Your Friends Are." He owns his own label, Rocky Comfort Records, he’s been touring and he just released a great new single that will probably make a great video. It’s a clever tune called "You Can't Hide Redneck," a song that proves that you can return to a theme that might be getting a little tired if you find a very clever new take on the subject. I predict it’s his next big hit.

Q: I just wondered if you could tell me, in George Strait's new video, "Troubadour," there are pictures looking back at his life with his family. I think the picture of him sitting at the piano with young girl is his daughter, Jenifer, who was killed in the '80s. Is it her?
(Jackie, Waxahachie, TX)

A: Yes, Jackie, it is a picture of his late daughter. What’s important to note is that after George’s daughter died, he refused to ever be questioned about her or the incident because it was too private and painful. After her death, he established a foundation in her honor. So, it must have been a very meaningful decision for him to now include her in the video of "Troubadour," a song that he says represents so much of what his life has been about.