Previews + Extras
Episode 2 Preview | “Hard Times”
S1 E2 - 30s
Watch as Nashville becomes the heart of the country music industry. The genre grows in popularity during the Great Depression and World War II as America falls in love with singing cowboys, Texas Swing and the Grand Ole Opry’s Roy Acuff.
“Will the Circle Be Unbroken:” Country Music’s Anthem
S1 E2 - 3m 26s
Featured artists discuss this special song's meaning to the country music and American culture.
Betty Johnson: The Johnson Family Singers 1930s
S1 E2 - 3m 43s
Betty Johnson discusses growing up in a family band of six, performing in live radio shows and more.
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