American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: Johnny Cash
A biography of country music artist Johnny Cash. Having grown up during the Depression, he had a keen sensitivity to people who struggled in their lives, and the songs he wrote about them endeared him to his listeners. Includes a...
American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: Vince Gill
A biography of Vince Gill, a country musician who has won numerous Grammy Awards. Includes a profile, videos, and a photo gallery.
PBS
Pbs: American Masters: Hank Williams
Featured is a biographical essay on the life of country crooner, Hank Williams. There is a career timeline and video footage interviews from those who knew him well.
Other
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum: Charley Pride
Provides the life story of African American country music superstar, Charley Pride, a 2000 inductee into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Click on the arrows to listen to him singing three songs.
Other
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum: Waylon Jennings
Learn the fascinating life story of country music legend, Waylon Jennings, who was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2001. Click on the arrows to listen to him singing three songs.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Brenda Lee
Features extensive biographical details on "Little Miss Dynamite", Brenda Lee, a 2002 inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Includes a timeline of key events, recommended reading list, and essential songs.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Hank Williams
Read detailed biographical information on country/blues/folk music star, Hank Williams, a 1987 inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Includes an essential songs list.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Jerry Lee Lewis
Offers a biographical look at rock and roll legend Jerry Lee Lewis, a 1986 inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Includes a timeline of key events and essential songs list.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
Songwriters Hall of Fame: Hank Williams
Read a brief biography about country singer and songwriter Hank Williams. This site also has a list of the songs he has written as well as an audio clip of his most famous song "Your Cheatin' Heart".