Brad Paisley Celebrates 10 Years as Opry Member

Posted by Dustin Stout on 03/14/2011
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The Grand Ole Opry's recent "All-Star Weekend" was certainly star studded, and CMA Entertainer of the Year Brad Paisley was in attendance to celebrate his now decade-long stay
 
"This is my favorite place to play," said Paisley. "It’s the best stage in the world. You’ve got the circle right here which means more to us now than ever."
 
Country legend George Jones offered his praise when Paisley was inducted Feb. 17, 2001.
 
"I am counting on you to carry on the tradition—and make folks sit up and listen to what good country music should sound like," Jones said in a letter read to the Opry audience that night.
 
After an on-stage presentation by Opry Vice President and General Manager Pete Fisher and Opry member Bill Anderson, Paisley reflected on his 10 years as a member.
 
"I think more than anything…it was like, ‘if I could just be a member of the Opry, I’ll know that I’ve made it in the eyes of some really important people,’ said Paisley. "I can’t believe it’s been 10 years. It’s flown by. Thank you for not kicking me out of the club yet."
 
The Opry's "All-Star Weekend" also showcased Carrie Underwood, Blake Shelton, The Band Perry and Rodney Atkins.
 
Paisley will kick off his 33-city "H20 II: Wetter and Wilder World Tour" May 28 in Pittsburgh.