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Ricky Ross celebrates the 90th anniversary of Hank Williams' birth and marks 60 years since his passing by examining his music, songwriting and legacy.

Ricky Ross celebrates the 90th anniversary of Hank Williams' birth and his death 60 years ago. The programme focuses on his music, song-writing and legacy while featuring original Hank Williams songs, cover versions and live recordings. Duane Eddy, Bruce Springsteen, Gretchen Peters, Laura Veirs, Anthony D'Amato and Hank's granddaughter, Holly Williams all talk about the impact he's made on them.

1 hour, 55 minutes

Music Played

  • Hank Williams

    I'll Never Get Out Of This World Alive

  • Jack White

    You Know That I Know

  • Hank Williams

    Lost Highway

  • Neil Young

    From Hank To Hendrix

  • Hank Williams

    I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry

  • Leonard Cohen

    Tower Of Song

  • Anthony D鈥橝mato

    Hank Williams Tune

  • Hank Williams

    I Saw The Light

  • The Secret Sisters

    Why Don't You Love Me

  • Hank Williams

    Weary Blues From Waitin'

  • Patty Griffin

    House Of Gold

  • Hank Williams

    Hey Good Lookin'

  • Hank Williams

    Move It On Over

  • Norah Jones

    Cold Cold Heart

  • Hank Williams

    Your Cheatin' Heart

  • Carpenters

    Jambalaya On The Bayou

  • Hank Williams

    I Just Don't Like This Kind Of Livin

  • Audrey Williams

    You Don't Have To Be A Baby To Cry

  • Hank Williams, Audrey Williams & The Drifting Cowboys

    Jesus Remembered Me

  • Waylon Jennings

    Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way?

  • Solomon Burke

    Wealth Won't Save Your Soul

  • Holly Williams

    Blue Is My Heart

  • Kitty Wells

    A Mansion On The Hill

  • Ray Charles

    You Win Again

  • Hank Williams

    Lovesick Blues

Broadcasts

  • Fri 4 Jan 2013 20:05
  • Sun 6 Jan 2013 22:05
  • Fri 5 Apr 2013 20:05
  • Sun 7 Apr 2013 20:05

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