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In the Hank Williams Tradition

In the Hank Williams Tradition

1989 1h 2m Released
DocumentaryMusic

This program traces Hank Williams' incredible life story through rare film clips, and revealing interviews with his friends and fellow performers such as Roy Acuff, Minnie Pearl and Chet Atkins. Included are performances of many of Hank's greatest songs by today's top country music recording artists who also tell how Hank Williams inspired their career.

Director: Jim Brown
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Hank Williams
Hank Williams
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 Hank Williams, Jr.
Hank Williams, Jr.
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 Randy Travis
Randy Travis
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 Dwight Yoakam
Dwight Yoakam
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 Willie Nelson
Willie Nelson
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 Ricky Skaggs
Ricky Skaggs
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 Kris Kristofferson
Kris Kristofferson
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 Chet Atkins
Chet Atkins
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 Billy Swan
Billy Swan
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 Waylon Jennings
Waylon Jennings
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