In the Hank Williams Tradition (1989)

0.0/10 • 62 min • Documentary Music

Overview

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.

Cast

Hank Williams

Self (Archive Footage)

Randy Travis

Dwight Yoakam

Willie Nelson

Ricky Skaggs

Kris Kristofferson

Chet Atkins

Billy Swan

Waylon Jennings

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