April 21, 2009 — Marty Stuart is one of Nashville’s most enthusiastic ambassadors, and part of his appreciation for the city was built by hearing the music that came from the Grand Ole Opry when he was growing up in Philadelphia, Miss.

The Delta is a crossroads of styles, and Marty was indoctrinated with gospel, R&B, blues and folk, but it was the country music that appeared on WSM’s Opry broadcasts every Saturday that would define him.

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