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Johnny Cash: His Legacy

Johnny Cash: His Legacy

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Marty Stuart's Mandolin

Marty Stuart's Mandolin

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Johnny Cash: Following the Gospel

Johnny Cash: Following the Gospel

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11:57
Marty Stuart: Back to the Source

Marty Stuart: Back to the Source

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The Song Into Outer Space

The Song Into Outer Space

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“Old Dogs, Children and Watermelon Wine”

“Old Dogs, Children and Watermelon Wine”

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Music Row's A Team

Music Row's A Team

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The Artistry of Merle Haggard

The Artistry of Merle Haggard

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“Ruby, Don’t Take Your Love to Town,” Written by Mel Tillis

“Ruby, Don’t Take Your Love to Town,” Written by Mel Tillis

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"He Stopped Loving Her Today:" The Story Behind the Song

"He Stopped Loving Her Today:" The Story Behind the Song

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“The Rub” (Beginnings – 1933)

“The Rub” (Beginnings – 1933)

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“Hard Times” (1933 – 1945)

“Hard Times” (1933 – 1945)

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Betty Johnson: The Johnson Family Singers 1930s

Betty Johnson discusses growing up in a family band of six, performing in live radio shows and more.
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“Don’t Get Above Your Raisin’” (1984 – 1996)
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Season 1 Episode 8
“Don’t Get Above Your Raisin’” (1984 – 1996)
Country music works to stay true to its roots as the genre skyrockets to new heights.
“Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way?” (1973 – 1983)
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Season 1 Episode 7
“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.
"Will the Circle Be Unbroken?” (1968 – 1972)
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Season 1 Episode 6
"Will the Circle Be Unbroken?” (1968 – 1972)
Learn what draws artists like Bob Dylan to Nashville as the Vietnam War rages.
“The Sons and Daughters of America” (1964 – 1968)
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Season 1 Episode 5
“The Sons and Daughters of America” (1964 – 1968)
New country artists like Loretta Lynn and Charley Pride reflect a changing America.
“I Can’t Stop Loving You” (1953 – 1963)
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Season 1 Episode 4
“I Can’t Stop Loving You” (1953 – 1963)
Visit Memphis during the era of rockabilly, and see how Patsy Cline rises to stardom.
“The Hillbilly Shakespeare” (1945 – 1953)
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Season 1 Episode 3
“The Hillbilly Shakespeare” (1945 – 1953)
Meet the country stars of post-war America, including the Hillbilly Shakespeare.
“Hard Times” (1933 – 1945)
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Season 1 Episode 2
“Hard Times” (1933 – 1945)
Nashville transforms into Music City as America falls for singing cowboys and Texas Swing.
“The Rub” (Beginnings – 1933)
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1:51:29
Season 1 Episode 1
“The Rub” (Beginnings – 1933)
So-called “hillbilly music” reaches new listeners and launches its first stars’ careers.
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