The Grand Ole Opry have partnered with Virgin Music Group to release OPRY 100: Country’s Greatest Songs, commemorating 100 years of the Opry featuring 20 never before released live recordings. OPRY 100: Country’s Greatest Songs is set for release on November 7, shortly before the institution’s 100th anniversary on November 28.

The first single from the star-studded collection is “Your Cheatin’ Heart,” performed by Ashley McBryde, originally recorded by Hank Williams in 1952. Other tracks appearing on the collection include “Devil Went Down to Georgia” by The Charlie Daniels Band, “Ring of Fire” by Johnny Cash, “Kiss An Angel Good Mornin’” by Darius Rucker, “Forever and Ever, Amen” by Randy Travis, “Coal Miner’s Daughter” by Loretta Lynn, and many more.

Dan Rogers, Executive Vice President and Executive Producer of the Grand Ole Opry, shares: “for me, this collection of great songs truly captures the spirit of the Opry and our centennial celebration. These songs, voted on by Opry fans, come to life through remarkable live performances pulled from our rich archives. From debuts of songs that went on to become classics, to covers of past Opry members’ standards by current members of the cast, to vocal collaborations so perfect it’s hard to believe they were recorded live just one time, I believe the project is truly historic.”

Jacqueline Saturn, President of North America and EVP, Global Artist Relations Virgin Music Group, added: “The Grand Ole Opry is the pinnacle of success and greatness in country music. To be working with the team at the Opry to put out this commemorative album is really a huge career milestone for so many of us at Virgin Music Group. We can’t wait for fans all over the world to hear this incredible collection.”

Preorder OPRY 100: Country’s Greatest Songs – HERE.

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