Rock Legends returns for its 13th season with an exploration of Outlaw Country, a unique subgenre of country music that emerged in the 1970s and early 1980s. This episode, Outlaw Country, airing on AXS TV on Monday, September 30, 2024, at 8:00 p.m., looks into the roots and evolution of this distinctive musical style.
Outlaw Country was born out of a desire for freedom and a rebellion against the Nashville establishment that dominated the country music scene at the time. It blends rock and folk rhythms with country instrumentation and is characterized by introspective lyrics. The artists who created this genre were iconoclasts, forging their own path and expressing their unique perspectives through music.
The episode traces the roots of Outlaw Country to earlier subgenres such as Western, honky-tonk, rockabilly, and progressive country.
Through interviews, archival footage, and live performances, the episode examines the stories and impact of legendary Outlaw Country artists.
Rock Legends: Outlaw Country airs on AXS TV on Monday, September 30, 2024, at 8:00 p.m.
