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Betty Johnson discusses growing up in a family band of six.

3:13
The late Ralph Stanley plays a banjo tune and describes his playing technique.

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Featured artists discuss this special song's meaning to Americans.

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Featured artists discuss the genius and singularity of Hank Williams, Sr.

5:35
John McEuen discusses Earl Scruggs' innovations on the banjo.

3:17
Randy Scruggs exhibits the playing styles of Maybelle Carter, Merle Travis and Doc Watson.

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Don Maddox, Jean Shepard, and Marty Stuart swap stories about the Maddox Brothers and Rose

5:19
Friends and family discuss Johnny Cash's return to simple songwriting and record-making.

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Marty Stuart describes the marks and inscriptions on his mandolin and how they got there.

11:57
Rosanne Cash and John Carter Cash and the Oak Ridge Boys discuss Johnny Cash's faith.

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Marty Stuart reminisces about a quiet moment he had listening to Jimmie Rodgers.

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Behind the Scenes | Country is affecting and being affected by other styles of music.