Broadcast Version
Beginning Sunday, Sept 15th at 8pm ET, watch the broadcast version of Country Music.
“Don’t Get Above Your Raisin’” (1984 – 1996)
Video has Closed Captions
Country music works to stay true to its roots as the genre skyrockets to new heights. (1h 54m 3s)
“Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way?” (1973 – 1983)
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Witness a vibrant era in country music, thanks to mainstream crossovers and a new sound. (2h 19m 24s)
"Will the Circle Be Unbroken?” (1968 – 1972)
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Learn what draws artists like Bob Dylan to Nashville as the Vietnam War rages. (1h 51m 17s)
“The Sons and Daughters of America” (1964 – 1968)
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New country artists like Loretta Lynn and Charley Pride reflect a changing America. (1h 54m 9s)
“I Can’t Stop Loving You” (1953 – 1963)
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Visit Memphis during the era of rockabilly, and see how Patsy Cline rises to stardom. (1h 50m 53s)
“The Hillbilly Shakespeare” (1945 – 1953)
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Meet the country stars of post-war America, including the Hillbilly Shakespeare. (1h 53m 15s)
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Nashville transforms into Music City as America falls for singing cowboys and Texas Swing. (1h 52m 49s)
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So-called “hillbilly music” reaches new listeners and launches its first stars’ careers. (1h 51m 29s)
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