The Hillbilly Shakespeare (1945 -1953) -
country music
See how the bluegrass sound spreads in post-war America, and meet honky-tonk star Hank Williams, whose songs of surprisingly emotional depth are derived from his troubled and tragically short life.
Duration: 1 hour 56 minutes and 46 seconds
Episode Number: 103
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About Country Music:
Explore the history of country music - from its roots in ballads and hymns to its eventual mainstream success - and meet the unforgettable characters and storytellers who made it "America's Music." Directed by Ken Burns.
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