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Video: Hank Williams, Sr. singing the timeless gospel classic “Calling You”

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As I mentioned in these posts, Country Music icon Hank Williams, Sr. wrote and and performed some of the most beloved and influential gospel songs of all time before he passed away at the young age of 29.

Hank’s legacy extends far beyond the world of Country Music, the genre for which he is best known. His work had a profound and enduring impact on gospel as well.

He performed dozens of cherished old hymns and gospel songs over the course of his short life, and today I’m featuring the timeless classic “Calling You”, one of my all-time favorite Hank Williams inspirational works.  [Read more…]

Video: Trey Hensley singing “House of Gold”

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The late Hank Williams, Sr. wrote and performed a number of wonderful gospel songs during his short lifetime and career, including the ever-popular “I Saw the Light”.

Hank’s songs have been covered countless times by other artists and I’d love to share one of my favorites with you today.  [Read more…]

Q&A: Did Hank Williams write “Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain”?

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Question from Karen:  I love the song “Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain” by Willie Nelson.

My friend and I heard it on the radio the other day and he said that song was written by Hank Williams.

I told him I believe Willie wrote it himself. Which one of us is right?  [Read more…]