Volume One. Episode one: The Rub (Beginnings - 1933) -- Episode Two: Hard times (1933-1945) -- Episode Four: I can't stop loving you (1953-1963). Volume Two. Episode Five: The Sons and daughters of America (1964-1968) -- Episode Six: Will the circle be unbroken? (1968-1972) -- Episode Seven: Are you sure Hank done it this way? (1973-1983) -- Episode Eight: don't get above your raisin' (1984-1996). Special features: over 3 hours of additional content included! -- Over 30 bonus videos -- Behind-the scenes.
Summary:
Ken Burns chronicles the history of a uniquely American art form, rising from the experiences of remarkable people in distinctive regions of the nation. 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.' Viewers will follow the evolution of country music over the course of the twentieth century, as it eventually emerged to become America's music.
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