Grand Ole Opry Member Spotlight: Alison Krauss

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Alison Krauss has brought fantastic vocals and musicianship to the Grand Ole Opry stage.  Inducted in 1993 at the age of 21, she has brought with her the talented members of her band, Union Station. Though certainly recognized for her bluegrass style, this Illinois native has contributed as either a vocalist or instrumentalist to every genre of music, including pop, jazz, polka, and country.

Background and Early Career

• Born July 23, 1971 in Decatur, Illinois, Alison actually grew up in Champaign. She began studying violin at age 5, and by age 16 had released her first album. Two years later, in 1989, she introduced her band, Union Station. They made bluegrass sales history with the 1995 release of Now That I've Found You: A Collection, which was certified platinum after selling more than 2 million copies.
• Her 1990 solo album, I've Got That Old Feeling, peaked in the top 75 on the Country chart, and earned her her first Grammy Award.

Grand Ole Opry Induction

• At the time of her induction in 1993, she was the first bluegrass artist to become am Opry member in 29 years. Now in her mid-30s, she was only 21 when she was inducted, and was the youngest cast member at the time.

Alison Krauss at the Opry

• Like all Opry members, this versatile artist makes several Opry appearances each year. Want to know when you can see this renowned performer on stage? Visit the VME Grand Ole Opry Blog for a schedule of upcoming performances.

Notable Hits You Might Hear at the Grand Ole Opry

• "Steel Rails"
• "When You Say Nothing At All"
• "Forget About It"
• "Baby, Now That I've Found You"
• "Stay"
• "The Lucky One"
• "Restless"

More Details

• Alison has been part of several movie soundtracks, including Twister, O Brother Where Art Thou, Mona Lisa Smile, and Cold Mountain.
• Over the course of her career as a solo artist, a producer, and as part of the Union Station band, Alison has won a record 20 Grammy Awards; this is more than any other female artist.
• See the complete list of current Grand Ole Opry members!