Hank Williams is almost a legend; a mythical figure in American music history. In fact, you can just say "Hank" and most people know who you're talking about. Hank Williams is country music. Everything that has come afterwards has been in his footsteps; some artists have walked in those steps a little better than others. But that's an argument for another time. Hank's life was short (he died at the age of 29) but the impact he left on America and its music will live forever. His legacy continues to live through his son Hank Jr. and his grandson Hank III but even without them we'd still be talking about this giant of the industry.
Numerous songs have been written about Hank, or used him as subject matter, perhaps more than any other artist. He has influenced countless musicians, and not just country ones, either. His songs have been covered by the likes of Taj Mahal, Jeff Healey, Johnny Cash, Volbeat, Al Green, Patsy Cline, The Rolling Stones, and Isaac Hayes, just to name a few. His story is a sad one, but the legacy he left has brightened the future of many an aspiring musician.
Other notable records from 1961:
Chubby Checker - Your Twist Party (With the King of Twist)
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