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When did Hank Williams start making music?
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Hank Williams's first song “Wealth Won't Save Your Soul” released on December 11, 1946.
Also known as the “hillbilly Shakespeare”, Hank Williams Sr. is a legend in both country music and American music. Hank Williams began his career in 1937 when he was hired by a radio station to perform a 15-minute show. This lasted until WWII, until he was relieved of this duty, and signed with MGM Records. Unfortunately, Hank Williams had a... Read More
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