Charlie Monroe

Charlie Monroe
Bill and Charlie Monroe in 1936.
Bill and Charlie Monroe in 1936.
Background information
Born(1903-07-06)July 6, 1903
Rosine, Kentucky, United States
DiedSeptember 27, 1975(1975-09-27) (aged 72)
Reidsville, North Carolina, United States
GenresCountry, Bluegrass music
Occupation(s)Singer, Guitarist
InstrumentGuitar
Years active1920s–1957; 1972–1974
LabelsDecca Records

Charlie Monroe (July 4, 1903[1] – September 27, 1975) was an American country and bluegrass music guitarist. Charlie performed with his brother, Bill, as part of the Monroe Brothers.[2] He later formed his own group, Charlie Monroe & the Kentucky Pardners.[3]

  1. ^ Social Security Death Index Archived June 11, 2007, at the Wayback Machine
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