“Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way?” (1973 – 1983)

Program: Country Music | Type: Full Video | Aired: 2019-09-22

“Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way?” (1973 – 1983)

Episode 7 | Witness a vibrant era in country music, with Dolly Parton finding mainstream success; Hank Williams, Jr. and Rosanne Cash emerging from their famous fathers’ shadows; and Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings launching the “Outlaw” movement.

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Explore the history of country music – from its roots in ballads, hymns and the blues to its mainstream popularity – and meet the unforgettable characters and storytellers who made it “America’s Music.” Directed by Ken Burns.

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