What does WSM stand for?
WSM first signed on the air when the National Life and Accident Insurance Company debuted WSM on October 5, 1925. The call letters “WSM” reflected National Life’s motto: “We Shield Millions.”
Does WSM still broadcast the Grand Ole Opry?
The Saturday Night Grand Ole Opry goes back to its roots as a live, weekly broadcast show without an audience. The show continues to broadcast live to homes across the world on WSM Radio and Circle TV, keeping the music playing the circle unbroken.
Is Grand Ole Opry televised tonight?
There are no TV Airings of Grand Ole Opry in the next 14 days.
Where is WSM Radio?
Nashville, Tennessee
WSM (650 AM) is a 50,000-watt clear channel station located in Nashville, Tennessee.
What was the Grand Ole Opry originally called?
The WSM Barn Dance
Do you know how the Grand Ole Opry got its name? It began as a live music show at radio station WSM in Nashville, Tennessee. Started by radio announcer George D. Hay in 1925, it was originally called “The WSM Barn Dance,” and it featured live local musicians.
What does WSM mean on Grand Ole Opry?
We Shield Millions
He chose the call letters “WSM” to reflect National Life’s motto: ‘We Shield Millions.” WSM officially began broadcasting on October 5, 1925. The show that would become The Grand Ole Opry aired for the first time a little more than a month later.
Who owns the Grand Ole Opry?
Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc.
Currently owned and operated by Opry Entertainment (a division of Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc.), it is the longest-running radio broadcast in US history.
What does WSM mean at the Opry?
When was the 5000 show of the Grand Ole Opry?
On Oct. 30, the Grand Ole Opry celebrated its 5,000th radio show — 5,000 radio shows over its 96-year history. Starting as the WSM radio station in 1925, the venue has withstood wars, cultural changes, evolving music preferences and so much more. Close your eyes and imagine the Opry’s stage, red lights and all.
