Whiskey Bent and Hell Bound (album)

Whiskey Bent and Hell Bound is the fifth studio album by American country music singer Hank Williams Jr., released in November 1979 by Elektra Records. The album is considered a cornerstone of the outlaw country movement and a defining record in Williams Jr.'s career, marking a shift towards a more rock-influenced sound and a rebellious image.

The title track, "Whiskey Bent and Hell Bound," became one of Williams Jr.'s signature songs, solidifying his persona as a hard-living, independent artist. The album also features other notable tracks, including "Outlaw Women," "Family Tradition" and "The Conversation," showcasing Williams Jr.'s songwriting talent and his ability to blend country traditions with a more contemporary sensibility.

Whiskey Bent and Hell Bound was commercially successful, reaching the top of the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and achieving platinum certification. It helped to establish Hank Williams Jr. as a major force in country music and cemented his legacy as an innovator and a boundary-pusher within the genre. The album remains influential and is widely regarded as a classic of the outlaw country era.