The 2020 Country Music Hall of Fame class has been announced. Congratulations to Marty Stuart, Hank Williams Jr., and Dean Dillon.
Since they weren’t able to have an official press conference the three shared their thoughts on being inducted in a press release:
Dean Dillon
“I was just speechless… Trying to soak in the words that I had just heard. My life flashed before my eyes. You could’ve knocked me over with a feather.”
Marty Stuart
“It is the ultimate honor in Country Music. I’m so honored to be included in this class and I’m honored to be included alongside Hank Jr. and Dean Dillon. I love those people. To be officially inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame is beyond words. I’m usually not at a loss for words.”
Hank Williams Jr.
“Bocephus has been eyeing this one for awhile. It’s a bright spot during a difficult year.I have been making Top 10 records for 56 years. I fell off a mountain and tried to reinvent myself as a truly individual artist and one who stepped out of the shadows of a very famous man…one of the greatest. I’ve got to thank all those rowdy friends who, year after year, still show up for me. It’s an honor to carry on this family tradition. It is much appreciated.”
Most folks are familiar with Hank Jr. and there has been some controversy that he hasn’t been inducted till now. But what about Dean and Marty.
Dean who will be inducted in the ‘songwriting’ category has written a ton of hits, including 40 plus for George Strait according to his Wikipedia. And Marty not only can sing like no other but is one of the best musicians in the business. Check out the video below of him plucking the mandolin.
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