Bill Monroe

William Smith Monroe was an American mandolinist, singer, and songwriter, who created the bluegrass music genre. Because of this, he is often called the "Father of Bluegrass". The genre takes its name from his band, the Blue Grass Boys, who named their group for the bluegrass of Monroe's home state of Kentucky.

Other name:

William Smith Monroe

Gender:

Male

Birthday:

Sep 13, 1911

Deathday:

9 thg 9, 1996

Place of birth:

Rosine, Kentucky, USA