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- DirectorClint EastwoodStarsClint EastwoodKyle EastwoodJohn McIntireA boy with a music talent goes on a journey with his uncle for a stage concert.
- DirectorBrent SimondsStarsSuzy BoggussSam BushShawn CampA musically-gifted farm boy dreams of life as a troubadour. A musical memoir of veteran Nashville songwriter Verlon Thompson.
- DirectorThom ZimnyStarsRobert DuvallDwight YoakamJohnny CashJohnny Cash stands among the giants of 20th century American life, but his story remains tangled in mystery and myth. This documentary brings Cash the man out from behind the legend.
- DirectorBruce BryantStarsVince BellGuy ClarkSlaid CleavesA devoted community of artists, volunteers and patrons transform a politically subversive little neighborhood coffee house and restaurant into a unique American music institution.
- DirectorMargaret BrownStarsJoe ElyGuy ClarkWillie NelsonBe Here to Love Me - Chronicles the fascinating and often turbulent life of musician Townes van Zandt.
- DirectorElia KazanStarsAndy GriffithPatricia NealAnthony FranciosaFemale radio reporter Marcia Jeffries turns folk-singing drifter Larry "Lonesome" Rhoades into a powerful media star who becomes utterly detestable during his meteoric rise. Film debuts of Anthony Franciosa, Andy Griffith, and Lee Remick.
- DirectorDavid HoffmanHarry WilandStarsEarl ScruggsGary ScruggsRandy ScruggsMusical documentary records Earl Scruggs, Bill Monroe, Scruggs' son Randy, Doc Watson and his son Merle playing and singing together in informal settings. Also includes performances by Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, The Byrds and others
- 20191h 51mTV-149.0 (208)TV EpisodeDirectorKen BurnsStarsPeter CoyoteSteve AllenBill AndersonIn Memphis, the confluence of blues and hillbilly music at Sun Studios gives birth to "rockabilly, " the precursor of rock and roll. Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash are at the forefront. Nashville has become Music City USA.
- 20192h 19m8.7 (179)TV EpisodeDirectorKen BurnsStarsPeter CoyoteRoy AcuffBill AndersonThe 1970s to early 80s are a vibrant time in country, with Dolly Parton finding mainstream success; Hank Williams Jr. and Rosanne Cash emerging from their fathers' shadows; and Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings starting the "Outlaw" style.
- StarsPeter CoyoteMarty StuartVince GillThe story of the creation of modern Country music.
- 20191h 51m8.8 (184)TV EpisodeDirectorKen BurnsStarsPeter CoyoteLouis ArmstrongEddie ArnoldCountry music draws artists to Nashville, Tennessee as the war in Vietnam rages on; Kris Kristofferson sets a new lyrical standard; Bob Dylan, The Byrds and other rock and pop artists come to Nashville to record.
- 20191h 53mTV-148.8 (198)TV EpisodeDirectorKen BurnsStarsPeter CoyoteBill AndersonChet AtkinsCountry music adapts to the cultural changes of post-war society. Bill Monroe and Earl Scruggs transform string band music into Bluegrass. Out of the bars comes a new sound and songs about drinking, cheating, and heartbreak: Honky Tonk.
- DirectorGary MenottiStarsJohn PrineJason WilberDavid JacquesJohn Prine performs songs from his critically-acclaimed recent album, THE TREE OF FORGIVENESS, as well as gems from his catalog. He's accompanied on a couple of songs by special guest Tyler Childers who also sings one of his own songs.
- DirectorRobert ElfstromStarsJohnny CashRobert ElfstromJune Carter CashThe story of Jesus, from life to death and resurrection. Filmed on location in Israel, with narration and music by Johnny Cash.
- DirectorTamara SavianoPaul WhitfieldStarsJo Harvey AllenTerry AllenGuy ClarkGuy Clark, the dean of Texas songwriters, struggles to write poetic songs while balancing a complicated marriage with wife Susanna, and a deep friendship with writer Townes Van Zandt, who Susanna forged a passionate dependence on.
- DirectorAmos PoeStarsEric AmbelJustin Townes EarleSteve EarleA road documentary on musician/activist Steve Earle, who courted controversy with the release of his album Jerusalem. Live performance, interviews and on-stage monologues give insight into the performer's take on post-9/11 America.
- DirectorGary MenottiStarsMary Chapin CarpenterNanci GriffithLyle LovettEnjoy an hour of late Texas singer/songwriter legend Nanci Griffith's best Austin City Limits performances.
- DirectorLeRoy PrinzStarsBob WillsJoy BarlowBrooks BenedictThis short film provides a brief introduction to Bob Wills and the rise in popularity of his western swing music. Wills and His Texas Playboys perform a handful of songs in various set pieces, including their big hit "San Antonio Rose."