America's favorite propane salesman has returned to television, and he brought Billy Strings along for the ride.
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That's right, Hank Hill is back. On August 4, Hulu released all 10 episodes of Season 14 of the animated hit King of the Hill. This is the first time in 15 years that new episodes about Hank and Peggy Hill and their son, Bobby, have been made. The show was created by Greg Daniels, who would later go on to create the American version of the sitcom The Office, and Mike Judge, who is perhaps best known for the movie Office Space and the MTV series Beavis and Butthead.
What Is the New Season About?
After spending some time out of the country, Hank and Peggy have returned home to Arlen, Texas. The couple's quirky son Bobby is now pursuing a culinary career. There are also smartphones, social media, craft beer, and other modern aspects of American life that the conservative Hank must now adapt to.
How Does Billy Strings Fit In?
After spending some time out of the country, Hank and Peggy have returned home to Arlen, Texas. The couple's quirky son Bobby is now pursuing a culinary career. There are also smartphones, social media, craft beer, and other modern aspects of American life that the conservative Hank must now adapt to.
How Does Billy Strings Fit In?
The show's rollicking opening theme, titled "Yahoos and Triangles," was written and performed by the 1990s alt-rock group The Refreshments. The Tempe, Arizona, band is also known for the hit "Banditos." The group would eventually change its name to Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers. The group has built a strong cult-like following in the southwestern United States.
That version of the theme still plays over the opening credits. Strings performs a new bluegrass version of the song, complete with banjo, fiddle, and an acoustic guitar solo.
Strings announced his involvement with the show on social media. The caption uses is a classic line from the show that Hank says to Bobby: "An F in English? Bobby, you speak English!"
It's Been An Amazing Year for Strings
No word if Strings has caught the King of the Hill revival yet. Chances are, he and the band are probably still reeling from opening for Dead and Company on August 2 for the Grateful Dead's 60th anniversary shows in San Francisco. If that weren't enough for Strings, he joined the group for a rendition of their song "Wharf Rat." He also joined Willie Nelson and Bob Dylan this year for the Outlaw Music Festival.
