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All Episodes

“The Rub” (Beginnings – 1933)

So-called “hillbilly music” reaches new listeners and launches its first stars’ careers.

“Hard Times” (1933 – 1945)

Nashville transforms into Music City as America falls for singing cowboys and Texas Swing.

“The Hillbilly Shakespeare” (1945 – 1953)

Meet the country stars of post-war America, including the Hillbilly Shakespeare.

“I Can’t Stop Loving You” (1953 – 1963)

Visit Memphis during the era of rockabilly, and see how Patsy Cline rises to stardom.

“The Sons and Daughters of America” (1964 – 1968)

New country artists like Loretta Lynn and Charley Pride reflect a changing America.

"Will the Circle Be Unbroken?” (1968 – 1972)

Learn what draws artists like Bob Dylan to Nashville as the Vietnam War rages.

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

Witness a vibrant era in country music, thanks to mainstream crossovers and a new sound.

“Don’t Get Above Your Raisin’” (1984 – 1996)

Country music works to stay true to its roots as the genre skyrockets to new heights.

Spanish Version | “The Rub”

So-called “hillbilly music” reaches new listeners and launches its first stars’ careers.

Spanish Version | “Hard Times”

Nashville transforms into Music City as America falls for singing cowboys and Texas Swing.

Spanish Version | “The Hillbilly Shakespeare”

Meet the country stars of post-war America, including the Hillbilly Shakespeare.

Spanish Version | "I Can’t Stop Loving You”

Visit Memphis during the era of rockabilly, and see how Patsy Cline rises to stardom.

Spanish Version | "The Sons and Daughters of America"

New country artists like Loretta Lynn and Charley Pride reflect a changing America.

Spanish Version | "Will the Circle Be Unbroken?”

Learn what draws artists like Bob Dylan to Nashville as the Vietnam War rages.

Spanish Version | “Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way?”

Witness a vibrant era in country music, thanks to mainstream crossovers and a new sound.

Spanish Version | “Don’t Get Above Your Raisin’"

Country music works to stay true to its roots as the genre skyrockets to new heights.

About Country Music

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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