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Extended Trailer
September 15, 2019
Get a sneak peek at Ken Burns's new sweeping series on 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." Premieres Fall 2019. #CountryMusicPBS
Full Episodes
Live at the Ryman Concert
September 3, 2019
Join a lineup of celebrated artists for a concert celebrating the film by Ken Burns.
Clips and Previews
Episode 5 Preview | "The Sons and Daughters of America"
September 22, 2019
New country artists like Loretta Lynn and Charley Pride reflect a changing America.
Episode 8 Preview | "Don't Get Above Your Raisin'"
September 22, 2019
Country music works to stay true to its roots as the genre skyrockets to new heights.
Episode 7 Preview | "Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way?"
September 22, 2019
Witness a vibrant era in country music, thanks to mainstream crossovers and a new sound.
Episode 6 Preview | "Will the Circle Be Unbroken?"
September 22, 2019
Learn what draws artists like Bob Dylan to Nashville as the Vietnam War rages.
Rosanne Cash Reflects on I Walk the Line'
September 15, 2019
Rosanne Cash tells the story of one of her fathers biggest hit songs.
Episode 5 Preview | "The Sons and Daughters of America"
September 15, 2019
New country artists like Loretta Lynn and Charley Pride reflect a changing America.
Episode 4 Preview | "I Can't Stop Loving You"
September 15, 2019
Visit Memphis during the era of rockabilly, and see how Patsy Cline rises to stardom.
Episode 3 Preview | "The Hillbilly Shakespeare"
September 15, 2019
Meet the country stars of post-war America, including the Hillbilly Shakespeare.
Episode 2 Preview | "Hard Times"
September 15, 2019
Nashville transforms into Music City as America falls for singing cowboys and Texas Swing....
A Look Ahead
September 15, 2019
What's next for director Ken Burns? Country Music is coming this fall. #CountryMusicPBS.
Brenda Lee Reminisces About Patsy Cline
September 15, 2019
Country legend Patsy Cline takes young singing sensation Brenda Lee under her wing.
Marty Stuart on the Mystery of Songwriting
September 15, 2019
The divine inspiration behind the songs of the Hillbilly Shakespeare: Hank Williams.
Jeannie Seely Reflects on Women's Representation
September 15, 2019
Jeannie Seely on how the way women were represented in Country songs was changing.
Wynton Marsalis Discusses Black Country Musicians
September 15, 2019
Black musicians were welcomed into country music before they were accepted by whites.
Rhiannon Giddens Inspired by Powerful Women
September 15, 2019
Rhiannon Giddens explores the compelling stories and powerful women of '90s country music....
Dolly Parton Explains Country Music's Appeal
September 15, 2019
Dolly Parton explains the wide appeal of her favorite kind of music.
Trailer
September 15, 2019
The history of an American art form. Country Music, a new Ken Burns film. Sept. 15 on PBS....
Trailer | Country Music: Live at the Ryman Concert
September 8, 2019
Join a lineup of celebrated artists for a concert celebrating the film by Ken Burns.
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