Product Description

Only two country music performers in the history of country music have had more weeks on the charts than Merle Haggard. His outlaw image and songwriting have influenced every generation of country singers who have followed him. With rare footage and interviews with some of those who know him best, this documentary is the story of the wild, improbable and triumphant rise of one of the most dynamic and popular country stars of all time, Merle Haggard. This special 3 DVD set features Merle and his band in concert at the world-famous Church Street Station in Florida. In this rarely seen performance, Merle sings his most beloved and lasting songs, including Workin' Man Blues, Twinkle, Twinkle Lucky Star and Mama Tried. Joining Merle and his band is his wife, Bonnie Owens. Also included in this DVD set is a very special biography of Merle Haggard, complete with the story of Country's roots and the Bakersfield country music revolution. With rare documentary footage and insider interviews, this DVD takes you into Haggard's life, his music and his times.