Ricky Skaggs with Kentucky Thunder and The Oak Ridge Boys

Ricky Skaggs, from Kentucky, is a pioneer in Bluegrass and Country, earning 15 GRAMMYs and multiple Hall of Fame inductions. Known for hits with Kentucky Thunder and duets with wife Sharon White, he's also celebrated for his autobiography "Kentucky Traveler" and receiving the National Medal of Arts.

The Oak Ridge Boys, originally a gospel quartet from Knoxville, TN, evolved into a prominent country-pop group known for hits like "Elvira," "Bobbie Sue," and "American Made." Their harmonies remained steeped in gospel roots despite securing 16 country chart-toppers. Collaborating with artists like Johnny Cash, they won a Grammy for "Talk About the Good Times," and Paul Simon featured them on "Slip Slidin' Away." Inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2015, they've maintained a lasting presence in the music world.