"The first time I ever met William Lee Golden was backstage at the the Dothan Civic Center. I had just come off of my soundcheck session and remember briefly speaking with William Lee prior to the Oak Ridge Boys sound check, and then continuning that conversation over dinner before the curtains rose for what would be an opportunity that would forever change my life. I was opening for the Oak Ridge Boys, solo, at the age of 19, and remember to this day how every single one of them made me feel... William Lee being one of the most genuine and humble human beings that I had ever met." - Jessie Lynn® William Lee Golden is one of the most recognized personalities in Country and Gospel music, having garnered the highest accolades as a member of the legendary group The Oak Ridge Boys. Now, the renowned “Mountain Man” is climbing to new heights in the world of fine art." He is an artist, author, world renowned entertainer, a member of his family touring group, "The Goldens," and of course the legendary group, "The Oak Ridge Boys." "William Lee Golden has earned recognition for his individual achievements in both music and art. Over the years, the iconic features of the Singing Painter have been the subject of many sketches, paintings and sculptures by other world-renowned artists. Golden has received the “Entertainer Of The Year” Award from the Cherokee Indian Association, which is comprised of 21 tribes from across America as well as the “Lifetime Achievement Award” from the Alabama Music Hall of Fame." "During his time with the Oak Ridge Boys, they have had more than a dozen Number One singles, over thirty Top Ten hits, and have sold over fourty million records. Their numerous Gold and Platinum recordings include “Thank God For Kids,” “Ozark Mountain Jubilee,” and the crowd favorite “Elvira.” The Oaks have received five Grammy Awards, one American Music Award, four Country Music Awards (CMA), four Academy of Country Music Awards (ACM), the 2008 ACM Pioneer Award, ten Dove Awards, the 2010 President’s Honor, induction into The Grand Ole Opry in 2011 as well as the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. In 2015 they were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. The legendary group has received an abundant amount of other national and international acknowledgements.. Their numerous Gold and Platinum recordings include “Thank God For Kids,” “Ozark Mountain Jubilee,” and the crowd favorite “Elvira.” The Oaks have received five Grammy Awards, one American Music Award, four Country Music Awards (CMA), four Academy of Country Music Awards (ACM), the 2008 ACM Pioneer Award, ten Dove Awards, the 2010 President’s Honor, induction into The Grand Ole Opry in 2011 as well as the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. In 2015 they were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. The legendary group has received an abundant amount of other national and international acknowledgements." (Information provided by: www.williamleegolden.com) In 2021, Golden released his first ever autobiography, "Behind the Beard." A book well worth the wait! You can order your copy today from: www.williamleegoldenbook.com or on Amazon! For all of Wililam Lee Golden's upcoming show dates with The Golden's and The Oak Ridge Boys, please visit: www.williamleegolden.com and www.oakridgeboys.com Now saddle up, becasue this episode is absolutely worth the ride on the trail!
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