• 2019
Country Music

Summary The story of the creation of modern Country music. View more details

  • 2019

Country Music

Directed : Unknown

Written : Unknown

Stars : Peter Coyote Vince Gill Marty Stuart Rosanne Cash

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8.8

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Genres : Music Documentary

Release date : Sep 14, 2019

Countries of origin : United States

Official sites : Official site PBS

Language : English

Production companies : Florentine Films WETA

Summary The story of the creation of modern Country music. View more details

Details

Genres : Music Documentary

Release date : Sep 14, 2019

Countries of origin : United States

Official sites : Official site PBS

Language : English

Production companies : Florentine Films WETA

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Episodes

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Episode 1 • Sep 14, 2019
The Rub (Beginnings - 1933)
After centuries of percolating in America's immigrant and racial mix, particularly in the American South, what was first called "hillbilly music" begins reaching more people through the new technologies of phonographs and radio.
Episode 2 • Sep 15, 2019
Hard Times (1933 - 1945)
During the Great Depression and World War II, country music thrives and reaches bigger audiences. Gene Autry sets off a craze for singing cowboys, Bob Wills adapts jazz's Big Band sound to create Texas Swing, and Roy Acuff becomes a star.
Episode 3 • Sep 16, 2019
The Hillbilly Shakespeare (1945 - 1953)
Country music adapts to the cultural changes of post-war society. Bill Monroe and Earl Scruggs transform string band music into Bluegrass. Out of the bars comes a new sound and songs about drinking, cheating, and heartbreak: Honky Tonk.
Episode 4 • Sep 17, 2019
I Can't Stop Loving You (1953 - 1963)
In Memphis, the confluence of blues and hillbilly music at Sun Studios gives birth to "rockabilly, " the precursor of rock and roll. Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash are at the forefront. Nashville has become Music City USA.
Episode 5 • Sep 21, 2019
The Sons and Daughters of America (1964 - 1968)
Country music artists like Loretta Lynn, Merle Haggard and Charley Pride reflect a changing America as they appeal to wide audiences.
Episode 6 • Sep 22, 2019
Will the Circle Be Unbroken? (1968 - 1972)
Country music draws artists to Nashville, Tennessee as the war in Vietnam rages on; Kris Kristofferson sets a new lyrical standard; Bob Dylan, The Byrds and other rock and pop artists come to Nashville to record.
Episode 7 • Sep 23, 2019
Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way? (1973 - 1983)
The 1970s to early 80s are a vibrant time in country, with Dolly Parton finding mainstream success; Hank Williams Jr. and Rosanne Cash emerging from their fathers' shadows; and Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings starting the "Outlaw" style.
Episode 8 • Sep 24, 2019
Don't Get Above Your Raisin' (1984 - 1996)
Neotraditional country artists such as George Strait, Randy Travis, Reba McEntire and the Judds keep country music true to its roots. Plus, the rise of superstar Garth Brooks and the return of Johnny Cash to the industry he helped create.

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