Hank Williams:1923–1953. Without a doubt, Hank Williams is the father of modern country music. Others, like the Carter Family and Jimmie Rodgers could arguably claim the title, but Williams’ contributions changed the face of country music and continue to inspire today. He brought country out of the backwoods to a wider audience, and evolved the songwriting to more universal themes. His music encompassed classic honky tonk, hillbilly, blues, gospel, and traditional country.

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