Episodes
Witness a vibrant era in country music, thanks to mainstream crossovers and a new sound.
Learn what draws artists like Bob Dylan to Nashville as the Vietnam War rages.
New country artists like Loretta Lynn and Charley Pride reflect a changing America.
Visit Memphis during the era of rockabilly, and see how Patsy Cline rises to stardom.
Meet the country stars of post-war America, including the Hillbilly Shakespeare.
Nashville transforms into Music City as America falls for singing cowboys and Texas Swing.
So-called “hillbilly music” reaches new listeners and launches its first stars’ careers.
So-called “hillbilly music” reaches new listeners and launches its first stars’ careers.
Nashville transforms into Music City as America falls for singing cowboys and Texas Swing.
Meet the country stars of post-war America, including the Hillbilly Shakespeare.
Visit Memphis during the era of rockabilly, and see how Patsy Cline rises to stardom.
New country artists like Loretta Lynn and Charley Pride reflect a changing America.
Extras
Randy Scruggs exhibits the playing styles of Maybelle Carter, Merle Travis and Doc Watson.
Interviewees pick they would send into outer space to represent country music.
Les Leverett was the official staff photographer for The Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, TN.
The songwriters, producer, and fans discuss this classic song's genesis and significance.
Meet the filmmakers and go behind the scenes of Country Music, coming to PBS this fall.
The filmmakers discuss the origins of their latest project and what they've learned.
Explore the influence of the Carter Cash family and the theme of family in country music.
Explore the origins of the Grand Ole Opry, the Nashville and Bakersfield Sound and more.
Kenny Rogers discusses his hit single, "The Gambler," in an outtake from "Country Music."
Guy Clark, Rodney Crowell, Rosanne Cash, and Emmylou Harris on Guy Clark and songwriting.