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EPISODE · Jul 30, 2026 · 19 MIN

What It's Like Playing The Grand Ole Opry

from Ask Zac · host Zac Childs

Have you ever wondered what it's really like to play the Grand Ole Opry? In this episode, I share stories from my most recent appearance with Brad Paisley, including an unexpected guitar solo, the history and traditions of the Opry, and the gear I used on stage.We'll talk about:• What it's like backstage at the Opry• How the Opry has changed from the Ryman Auditorium to today• Why the Opry once banned drums and horns• The incredible Opry staff band• The Fender Tone Master amps provided on stage• The guitars and pedals I used, including my Glaser Telecaster, B-to-B baritone, and custom Fender Electric XII• Breaking down my impromptu solo on "Out Behind the Barn" and the country guitar influences behind it• Stories from touring Europe with Brad Paisley and meeting Ask Zac viewers along the wayPlaying the Grand Ole Opry is still one of the greatest honors a country musician can experience, and I hope this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at what makes it such a special place.Watch the full Grand Ole Opry performance here: https://www.youtube.com/live/Yyfjf8NPXhsThanks for watching! If you enjoyed this episode, please give it a thumbs up, subscribe, and leave a comment letting me know about your own Opry memories, or what you'd like to see on Ask Zac next.#AskZac #GrandOleOpry #BradPaisley #Telecaster #CountryGuitar #Nashville #Guitar #Fender #BaritoneGuitar #GuitarHistorywww.truetone.comTo Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZachttps://ask-zac-shop.fourthwall.comTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZacSupport the show

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Have you ever wondered what it's really like to play the Grand Ole Opry? In this episode, I share stories from my most recent appearance with Brad Paisley, including an unexpected guitar solo, the history and traditions of the Opry, and the gear I used on stage. We'll talk about: • What it's like backstage at the Opry • How the Opry has changed from the Ryman Auditorium to today • Why the Opry once banned drums and horns • The incredible Opry staff band • The Fender Tone Master amps provided...

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