American Songwriter

On This Day in 1952, the Last Known Photo of Hank Williams Was Captured

On Dec. 28, 1952, Hank Williams gave his final performance during a private musicians union at the Elite Cafe in Montgomery, ...
American Songwriter

On This Day in 1986, Hank Williams Jr. (And a Star-Studded Lineup) Reached No. 1 With a Classic Remake of His Dad’s 1940s Hit

On this day, December 27, 1986, the heir to arguably country music's greatest legacy scored a No. 1 hit with a remake of his father's song.
Star Tribune

Review: Hank Williams Jr. almost gets rowdy at the State Fair

Thirty-two years is a long time, especially in the music business. Hank Williams, the first superstar of country music, lived only 29 years. His famous son, Hank Williams Jr., headlined at the ...
Canton Repository

72 years later, Hank Williams' death before Canton show still stings

Country superstar Hank Williams died on his way to a Canton show 72 years ago, but the concert went on as a tribute.
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Remember Hank Williams Jr.’s Near-Fatal Accident?

Hank Williams Jr., had a near-fatal accident in 1975 that changed the entire course of his life and career. What Was the Accident That Nearly Killed Hank Williams Jr.? The country icon went climbing ...
Yahoo

Traditional Country Artist Recalls ‘Trainwreck’ Meeting With Hank Williams Jr.: ‘It Was A Disaster’

Joe Nichols recently stopped by the Drifting Cowboy podcast, where he talked about his journey in country music, addiction, new music, some of his greatest influences, and more. During the more than ...