Extras

The Carter Scratch, Travis Picking, Doc Watson
Randy Scruggs exhibits the playing styles of Maybelle Carter, Merle Travis and Doc Watson.
The Carter Scratch, Travis Picking, Doc Watson

Episode 3 Preview | “The Hillbilly Shakespeare”
Meet the country stars of post-war America, including the Hillbilly Shakespeare.
Episode 3 Preview | “The Hillbilly Shakespeare”

John McEuen: Earl Scruggs’ Banjo Style
John McEuen discusses Earl Scruggs' innovations on the banjo.
John McEuen: Earl Scruggs’ Banjo Style

Hank Williams: The Songwriter and Performer
Featured artists discuss the genius and singularity of Hank Williams, Sr.
Hank Williams: The Songwriter and Performer

Don Maddox: The Most Colorful Hillbilly Band in the World
Don Maddox, Jean Shepard, and Marty Stuart swap stories about the Maddox Brothers and Rose
Don Maddox: The Most Colorful Hillbilly Band in the World

Ralph Stanley: The First Song Mother Taught Me
The late Ralph Stanley plays a banjo tune and describes his playing technique.