Country Music

Hear the remarkable stories of the people and places behind a true American art form.

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Episodes

  • 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 | "Will the Circle Be Unbroken?”

    Learn what draws artists like Bob Dylan to Nashville as the Vietnam War rages.
  • Spanish Version | "The Sons and Daughters of America"

    New country artists like Loretta Lynn and Charley Pride reflect a changing America.
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    “Don’t Get Above Your Raisin’” (1984 – 1996)

    Country music works to stay true to its roots as the genre skyrockets to new heights.
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    “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.
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    "Will the Circle Be Unbroken?” (1968 – 1972)

    Learn what draws artists like Bob Dylan to Nashville as the Vietnam War rages.
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    “The Sons and Daughters of America” (1964 – 1968)

    New country artists like Loretta Lynn and Charley Pride reflect a changing America.
  • Spanish Version | "I Can’t Stop Loving You”

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

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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    Episode 8 Preview | "Don’t Get Above Your Raisin’”

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    Johnny Cash: His Legacy: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Johnny Cash: His Legacy

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    Marty Stuart's Mandolin: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Marty Stuart's Mandolin

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    Marty Stuart: Back to the Source: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Marty Stuart: Back to the Source

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    The Song Into Outer Space: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    The Song Into Outer Space

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    Episode 7 Preview | "Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way?”

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    "He Stopped Loving Her Today:" The Story Behind the Song: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    "He Stopped Loving Her Today:" The Story Behind the Song

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    Johnny Cash: Following the Gospel: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Johnny Cash: Following the Gospel

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    Episode 6 Preview | “Will the Circle Be Unbroken?”: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Episode 6 Preview | “Will the Circle Be Unbroken?”

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    “Old Dogs, Children and Watermelon Wine”

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    “Ruby, Don’t Take Your Love to Town,” Written by Mel Tillis: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    “Ruby, Don’t Take Your Love to Town,” Written by Mel Tillis

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    Episode 5 Preview | "The Sons and Daughters of America"