Nashville transforms into Music City as America falls for singing cowboys and Texas Swing.

Spanish Version | “Hard Times” Country Music

Premiered September 16, 2019
Spanish Version | “Hard Times”

Nashville, Tennessee, se convierte en el centro de la industria de la música country mientras se hace más popular durante la Gran Depresión y la Segunda Guerra Mundial.

About the Program

Country Music

Explore 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.” Directed by Ken Burns.

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