The Heart of Country: How Nashville Became Music City USA

A biography of Nashville - the hub of country music - which reveals the dynamic relationship between commerce, art and music that has defined the city since 1925.

Cast

Richie Albright

as self

Suzy Bogguss

as self

Jessi Colter

as self

Laura Cantrell

as self

Kris Kristofferson

as Self

Dolly Parton

as Self

Jason Aldean

as Self

Charlie Daniels

as Self

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