The Life and Legacy of Hank Williams
Country and Americana artists talk about the legacy of Hank Williams and why he is still relevant, plus Ricky presents an audio timeline of his short life.
An audio timeline through the short life of Hank Williams who was born exactly 90 years ago.
Country and Americana artists talk about his legacy and why he's still relevant today. Featuring contributions from Emmylou Harris, Rodney Crowell, Willie Nelson, Duane Eddy, The Mavericks, Gretchen Peters, Darrell Scott, The Cowboy Junkies, Aoife O' Donovan and Glasgow band Woodenbox.
Ricky Ross looks at why "I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry" is one of the most powerful and covered songs of all time. Featuring an exclusive re-working of the track, in session, by New York singer-songwriter Tift Merritt.
Hank Williams died at the age of 29. During his lifetime he recorded 129 songs but left a legacy of over 700.
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Hank Williams
Lost Highway
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Hank Williams, Jr.
Tee Tot Song
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Big Bill Broonzy
WPA Blues
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Hank Williams
I'm Not Coming Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Anymore
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Hank Williams
Calling You
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Hank Williams
Never Again Will I Knock On Your Door
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Willie Nelson
I Saw The Light
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Hank Williams
Move It On Over
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Linda Ronstadt
Lovesick Blues
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Hank Williams
I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry
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Cowboy Junkies
I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry
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Crooked Still
I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry
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Deleted Record
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Hank Williams
Long Gone Lonesome Blues
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Elvis Costello & The Attractions
Why Don't You Love Me Like You Used To Do
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The Mavericks
Hey Good Lookin'
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Luke the Drifter
I've Been Down That Road Before
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Woodenbox
Ramblin' Man Session
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Hank Williams
Searching For A Soldier's Grave
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Tony Bennett
Cold Cold Heart
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Hank Williams and His Drifting Cowboys
Orange Blossom Special
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Hank Williams
I Won't Be Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ No More
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George Jones
Jambalaya On The Bayou
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Rosanne Cash
Take These Chains From My Heart
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Hank Williams
I'll Never Get Out Of This World Alive
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Bob Dylan
The Love That Faded
Hank Williams - Cold Cold Heart
Β juxtaposes the sad story behind the songΒ with a light hearted TV performance.The clip is taken from the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Arena documentary Hank Williams: Honkey Tonk Blues.
Broadcasts
- Fri 13 Sep 2013 20:05Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio Scotland except Extra
- Sun 15 Sep 2013 20:05Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio Scotland
- Fri 3 Jan 2014 20:05Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio Scotland
- Sun 5 Jan 2014 20:05Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio Scotland
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