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Willie Nelson Celebrates 80th Birthday With 'CMT Crossroads' Special

Sterling Whitaker — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 14:47:13 +0000

Iconic country musician Willie Nelson will celebrate his 80th birthday on April 30. He marked the special occasion by taping a special for CMT in Nashville last week. Nelson was joined by an all-star roster for a special episode of CMT Crossroads titled 'Willie Nelson and Friends from Third Man Records.'

Miranda Lambert Featured on Willie Nelson's Next Album

Sterling Whitaker — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 23:35:10 +0000

The ink is barely dry on the cover of Willie Nelson's most recent album release, 'Let's Face the Music and Dance.' But the legendary country star is already working on his next project, which he has been cutting in Nashville. The disc features duets with some of the top female vocalists in the world -- including Miranda Lambert.

Willie Nelson on Gay Marriage: 'I'd Never Marry a Guy I Didn't Like'

Christina Vinson — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 16:22:35 +0000

Willie Nelson may be approaching his 80th birthday, but he's still a spitfire with a whole lot to say -- and he's not afraid to speak his mind, especially when it's a cause he believes in. Nelson recently opened up on his views of the Supreme Court's consideration of gay rights and same-sex marriage, and he was his usual 'Shotgun Willie' self.

Willie Nelson Releasing Record Store Day Exclusive

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 09:00:40 +0000

The legendary Willie Nelson is pitching in to support independent music retailers everywhere at the upcoming 2013 Record Store Day. The music icon will offer a vinyl exclusive of a song that pays sly tribute to his favorite pastime -- and just in time for his 80th birthday.

Willie Nelson Evansville May 6th – Presale Info

Eric Cornish — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 22:32:14 +0000

A one of a kind artist, Willie Nelson is headed back to The Centre in Evansville on May 6th, 2013. Tickets go on sale this Friday at 10am, but we have your presale info so you can buy them first! Presale – 10a-10p Thurs 2/14 Password – family Click here to buy Here’s more info [...]

Willie Nelson Comes To Evansville May 6th

Eric Cornish — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 13:00:53 +0000

A one of a kind artist, Willie Nelson is headed back to The Centre in Evansville on May 6th, 2013. Tickets go on sale this Friday at 10am. Plus you can listen to win them from us here at your Country Concert Connection!

Willie Nelson Spoofs Blake Shelton, Beyonce With Humorous Tour Announcement

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 17:22:17 +0000

Country music legend Willie Nelson spoofs reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year Blake Shelton and pop star Beyonce in a comical new post on his website announcing the 2013 Old Farts and Jacka-- Tour -- a clear reference to Shelton's recent comments that drew the ire of country star Ray Price.

Best Country Collaboration of 2012? – Readers Poll

Billy Dukes — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 05:00:12 +0000

The year has ended with a flourish of high-profile collaborations from top country music stars. Jason Aldean pulled two of the hottest males artists in Nashville into the same room to record 'The Only Way I Know' in 2012, while Kelly Clarkson convinced Vince Gill to lend his voice and guitar to 'Don't Rush.' These are the most recent, but hardly the only collaborations from the banner year. What was the best musical match-up from 2012?

Willie Nelson on Marijuana: 'I Haven't Seen Any Side Effects That Are Harmful to Me'

Cory Stromblad — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 13:15:48 +0000

Willie Nelson is an avid supporter of the recreational use of marijuana — so much so that the country icon titled his new autobiography, ‘Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I’m Gone’ after his favorite non-musical pastime. Nelson sat down with ‘The Today Show’ last week to plug his new project — his recent [...]

Remember Which Country Album Was the First to Be Certified Platinum?

Billy Dukes — Sat, 24 Nov 2012 14:00:51 +0000

Platinum certification for one million albums sold didn't begin until 1976, so while other recordings may have soared past this sales mark, 'Wanted: The Outlaws' became the first official platinum album that year. The project featured Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Jessi Colter and it would eventually go on to be certified double platinum.

Willie Nelson on President Obama: 'I'll Probably Vote for Him'

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 16:31:36 +0000

The legendary Willie Nelson may have endorsed Libertarian candidate Gary Johnson in the 2012 presidential race, but when it comes down to a choice between President Obama and his Republican challenger, Mitt Romney, it looks like the entertainer has chosen to go with the incumbent president.

Willie Nelson to Share Musings From the Road in New Memoir

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 13:30:48 +0000

Willie Nelson is one of the most prolific and celebrated songwriters of his generation, and a musical and cultural icon as well. The legendary country performer is set to reveal some new stories and insights into his life and music with the upcoming publication of Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I Die: Musings From the Road, which he will release on November 13 through William Morrow.

20 Years Of Number Ones – Return To Greatness

Eric Cornish — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 22:38:27 +0000

Now that our 20 Years of Number Ones Weekend is over, I am still compiling stats for many different things, from most number ones, to biggest gaps between number ones, to one hit wonders, but now let's take a look at some artists that made their return to number one in this 20 year period after past number ones.

Willie Nelson Postpones Concerts Due To Illness

Leslie Morgan — Sat, 05 Nov 2011 18:14:22 +0000

Country legend Willie Nelson has been forced to postpone back-to-back shows this week due to an unspecified illness. A statement on his website explained the postponement saying, “The show tonight at 9:30 Club has been postponed due to illness. All tickets will be honored for the new date once it is rescheduled. Check back soon for more details.”

Willie And Son On Tour Together

Leslie Morgan — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 18:27:53 +0000

The 2011 Country Throwdown Tour is underway!! Willie is not only touring with his son, Lukas, but Randy Houser, Jamey Johnson, Lee Brice and more will share the stage with Willie as well. Click here to read the Taste of Country interview with Lukas Nelson.

Taste Of Country Music News 5/31

Leslie Morgan — Tue, 31 May 2011 16:33:17 +0000

....Willie, Randy, Jamey and Craig are headed to a city near you.

....Rodney Adkins host Nashville event.

Worst Country Celeb Jobs : Willie Nelson

Baby Boy — Tue, 17 May 2011 18:41:08 +0000

They haven’t always had it so easy, working as janitors, plumbers and salesmen. Some of country music’s hottest names have gotten their hands pretty dirty in the past. Take Willie Nelson for example: Willie Nelson used to be a cotton picker. Then again, “Cotton” could be the street name for another substance that tends to make [...]

Taste Of Country Music News Minute 3/29

Leslie Morgan — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 15:30:43 +0000

Brought to you by...Rockhouse Pizza. Listen to hear how Willie go ta slap on the wrist. And, country boys honor country girls!!

Willie Nelson To Sing In Court

Jon Prell — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 10:03:18 +0000

Last November, Willie Nelson was arrested after border control agents smelled a marijuana-like odor (surprise, surprise) coming out of the singer's tour bus, and then found the 77-year old in possession of six grams of the wacky tobacco.

Well, now it's time for Willie to face the judge, and