Charlie Monroe

Charlie Monroe
Bill and Charlie Monroe in 1936
Background information
Born(1903-07-06)July 6, 1903
Rosine, Kentucky, U.S.
DiedSeptember 27, 1975(1975-09-27) (aged 72)
Reidsville, North Carolina, U.S.
GenresCountry, Bluegrass music
OccupationsSinger, Guitarist
InstrumentGuitar
Years active1920s–1957; 1972–1974
LabelDecca Records

Charlie Monroe (July 4, 1903 – September 27, 1975) was an American country and bluegrass music guitarist. Charlie performed with his brother, Bill, as part of the Monroe Brothers. He later formed his own group, Charlie Monroe & the Kentucky Pardners.

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