The Campaign

The Reinstate Hank campaign calls for the remittal of Opry star, and country music legend, Hank Williams. More than fifty years have passed since the tragic and untimely death of country music's greatest performer, who made his debut at the Grand Ole Opry on June 11, 1949, with the crowd demanding an unheard of six encores.

A few years later, in 1952, Hiram Hank Williams was dismissed from the Opry with the understanding that he would sober up and then return to the stage that he loved so much. Sadly, he passed away in the back seat of his car a few months later and never made that momentous return.

Despite being one of the most powerfully iconic figures in American music, Hank Williams has yet to be reinstated to the Opry. Now, your help is needed to honor and preserve his legacy. Join the campaign and add your signature to the petition to Reinstate Hank Williams to the Grand Ole Opry.

Monday, February 23, 2009

New Reinstate Hank Flyer Available!

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Several Reinstate Hank Supporters have asked about having some kind of single page flyer to explain what the Petition is all about to potential signers. Well, now one is available to print!

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Thanks to all that helped make this possible! Also, the deadline for submitting your Reinstate Hank self-made video is approaching. See our last blog posting or http://www.savingcountrymusic.com for more information! The prizes available are incredible!

Have you signed the Petition yet? You can do so with the link below. Also, please forward this blog or repost the blog to keep spreading the word! Thanks!



All orginal artwork by Neltner Creative: http://www.neltnercreative.com

Monday, February 16, 2009

More Prizes: Reinstate Hank Video Contest

Howdy Folks!

Thanks to Triggerman for his blog where I found out that there's even more prices available for the Reinstate Hank Video Contest!

Now with the prizes on the table for this contest, there's no reason at all not to take advantage of this opportunity to help Reinstate Hank!

"Reinstate Hank Video Contest: Though there has only been two entries in the Reinstate Hank Video Contest , I haven’t given up hope yet.

Hooter has supplied us with a big ol’ stack of webcams, so if you want one on loan to make a video, shoot me an email. Here is an updated list of the booty:

–Mary Robbins CD, Jimmie Rodgers CD, and merch stickers from Rachel Brooke, Metal Farm Magazine, & The Honky Tonk Hustlas from me.
–Sealed, spanking new 4 CD Hank III Collector’s Edition from Hooter.
–Brand new DVD of Seven Signs from Cathy and Wayne.
–CD’s from the GREAT Brigitte London of Outlaw Magazine.
And a T Shirt from File 13 Clothing’s Rebel Rouser Line. "

A very big Thank You to the folks at Outlaw Magazine for willing to air these videos and also for the continued support of Reinstate Hank supporters!


Wednesday, January 14, 2009

New Video Made for Reinstate Hank

Howdy Folks!

It's been a bit since the last posting here, but there's some new things happening with Reinstate Hank Williams! Outlaw Magazine asked if there are Reinstate Hank supporters that want to submit a 2 min or less video for display in a special section of their site just for Reinstate Hank.

Here's a pillar to the Reinstate Hank Campaign known on MySpace as "FreeHank3".


A big thanks to him for his contribution, and be sure to visit http://www.outlawmagazine.com to see how you can submit your own video!

You can also friend the myspace account http://www.myspace.com/reinstatehankwilliams & http://www.myspace.com/theoprysinned for updates and information!


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Saturday, December 6, 2008

Outlaw Magazine Covers Reinstate Hank Campaign

Howdy Folks!

Time for a new Reinstate Hank Williams Update! Outlaw Magazine has fantastic coverage of some of the inner workings of the Internet piece to the campaign.

Michael Ross presents a wonderful piece found under the "Lifestyle" section of http://www.outlawmagazine.tv

You can also find them on Myspace by visiting http://www.myspace.com/outlawmagazine

Use the link below to Sign The Petition Now! Be sure to share this blog post with your friends and family!

Hank Thanks Ya!

Thursday, November 20, 2008

Rolling Stone Covers Reinstate Hank Williams Sr.

Howdy Folks!

Rolling Stone Magazine interviewed Hank III and has given notice of the Reinstate Hank Williams movement and Petition in the 'Smoking Section' of the current issue! You can view the article below:

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Hank elaborated on his grandfather's unfair dismissal as a standing member of the Grand Ole Opry -- Nashville's home of country music -- and about the grassroots movement to get his grandfather reinstated. Hank Williams' Opry membership was stripped in 1952 (many speculate it was due to his alcoholism), yet despite being booted, his grandson claims that the Opry, "continues to put out records saying, 'This is Hank Williams live from the Grand Ole Opry' and using his image and likeness."

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http://www.rollingstone.com/blogs/smokingsection/2008/10/hank-iii-on-the-grand-ole-opry.php

Share this blog post, Sign the Petition with the link below and share it your friends and family!

Friday, November 7, 2008

Bob Wayne & The Outlaw Carnies Sign Petition

Howdy Folks!

Some outstanding news to report on the Reinstate Hank Williams Campaign! Bob Wayne (guitar tech to Hank III) & the Outlaw Carnies have all signed a petition that Restless had while attending a show in Holland! Now that exciting! All the way on the other side of the globe, and we keep seeing more and more signatures.

Special thanks to Restless for all of her hard work and thanks to Bob Wayne & The Outlaw Carnies for signing the Printable Sheets as well! Everyone appreciates it!

Visit the myspace link below for Bob Wayne and the Outlaw Carnies! You love 'em!

http://www.myspace.com/bobwayne

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As always, share this blog post with your friends and family, and don't forget to use the graphic below if you haven't yet signed the Petition! After you have, please share, share, share!

Sunday, November 2, 2008

Rebel Son Band Signs Reinstate Petition

Howdy Folks!

Thank you Mr. Bandana for 'making it happen' and getting the members of Rebel Son Band to sign the Reinstate Hank Williams Petition!

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Rebel Son's myspace page is located at http://www.myspace.com/rebelsonband

As always, if you haven't signed the Petition yet, you can do so Today!