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Willie Nelson and Farm Aid 2013 Headed to New York

Christina Vinson — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 17:00:44 +0000

Almost 25 years ago, country icon Willie Nelson, along with rockers Neil Young and John Mellencamp, dreamt up the Farm Aid Music Festival. It's still going strong today, widely known as the longest-running benefit concert in the country, and will once again take place this fall, in upstate New York.

Willie Nelson Announces 'Farm Aid 2013′ Coming in September in New York

Dave Wheaton — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 14:52:05 +0000

For the 28th year, country music icon Willie Nelson and rock legends John Mellencamp and Neil Young are teaming together for Farm Aid, a benefit concert for family farmers in America. This year's event will take place in upstate New York on September 21st. Tickets will go on sale June 28th.

Thousands Brave the Rain to Enjoy Willie Nelson + More at 2013 Taste of Country Festival – Day 1 Pictures

Taste of Country Staff — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 04:20:54 +0000

Heavy rain showers didn't stop country music fans who'd come from all over to see Willie Nelson on Thursday night. Thousands packed Hunter Mountain in New York for the inaugural Taste of Country Music Festival. Ponchos, umbrellas, cold beverages and great country music kept fans in good spirits while the LoCash Cowboys, Parmalee and Nelson took the stage.

Willie Nelson Gives Big to Devastated West, Texas Area Following Explosion

Christina Vinson — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:30:43 +0000

Willie Nelson has made a lasting and memorable contribution to country music, solidifying his status as an icon. At 80, he continues to make himself known — not only in music, but also as a kind heart. The singer recently turned his birthday bash into a benefit for the victims of last month’s West, Texas fertilizer [...]

Willie Nelson, Darius Rucker Awarded Honorary Doctorates

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:00:30 +0000

It proved an interesting weekend for higher education in country music circles last weekend, as country stars Willie Nelson and Darius Rucker both became honorary doctors of music. 80-year-old Nelson was honored by Berklee College of Music in Boston on Saturday night (May 11), alongside Carole King and Annie Lennox. “I was going to ask [...]

Willie Nelson Auditions for 'The Hobbit 2′ in Hilarious Clip

Megan Pacella — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:00:49 +0000

Willie Nelson is celebrating 80, and it doesn’t seem like he’s slowing down one bit. Shotgun Willie took some time to create a hilarious audition video for Peter Jackson’s ‘The Hobbit 2,’ stating that he really wants to play the role of “the wizard Ganda.” For starters, fans of ‘The Hobbit’ know that the wizard’s [...]

Willie Nelson Celebrates the 40th Annual '4th of July Picnic' in the Fort Worth Stockyards

Shay Hill — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 17:50:45 +0000

Willie Nelson is not only celebrating his 80th birthday this year but also the 40th anniversary of playing the Fort Worth Stockyards. This July 4th will be the 40th Willie Nelson Picnic show. It’s a fun filled day of music that you won’t want to miss. Information Event: Willie Nelson 40th Anniversary 4th of July [...]

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.'

Kenny Chesney, Willie Nelson + More to Join Zac Brown Band at the 2013 Southern Ground Music and Food Festival

Megan Pacella — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 21:49:54 +0000

After a great first run in Nashville last year, the Southern Ground Music and Food Festival will return to Music City September 27-28, 2013. Of course, Zac Brown Band will be back with a host of friends from country music and other genres to make this year's sensory experience even better.

Miranda Lambert Featured on Willie Nelson's Next Album

Sterling Whitaker — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 14:35:10 +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 to Use His 80th Birthday Concert to Benefit West, Texas Volunteer Fire Department

Dave Wheaton — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:55:19 +0000

Just hours after the tragic fertilizer plant explosion in West, Texas, musicians with ties to Central Texas took to social networks to express their grief. Now, less than two days removed from the incident that killed around 35 people and injured over 160 more, Willie Nelson has changed his reaction into action. The American music icon has announced that he is turning his 80th birthday celebration into a benefit concert for the West Volunteer Fire Department.

Willie Nelson Using Birthday Concert to Benefit West, Texas Victims

Christina Vinson — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:00:12 +0000

There are many country music artists who are reeling from the recent tragic explosion in West, Texas at the West Fertilizer Co. It hits especially close to home for the iconic Willie Nelson, as the accident happened in a town six miles south of his hometown of Abbott, Texas. The legend taking action and turning his 80th birthday celebration into a benefit concert for the West Volunteer Fire Department.

Willie Nelson, Kristen Kelly and Other Texas Country Music Artists React to Fertilizer Plant Explosion in West

Dave Wheaton — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:38:55 +0000

As news got out about the tragic fertilizer plant explosion in West, Texas, the Texas country music community has gone to social network sites to express their thoughts and concerns about the situation. Country icon Willie Nelson was born in Abbott, Texas, only six miles north of West. He tweeted: West has been in my [...]

Willie Nelson, 'Let's Face the Music and Dance' – Album Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 13:30:25 +0000

'Let's Face the Music and Dance' is a great place for a young country music fan to meet Willie Nelson. It won't be his most famous, and it won't create any hit singles. This wonderfully consistent effort proves what longtime fans of the legend already know: At 79 years old (80 on April 30), Nelson is still as important and skilled a vocalist as there is in country music.

Willie Nelson and Family, 'Let's Face the Music and Dance' – Album Stream

Billy Dukes — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 13:30:50 +0000

Willie Nelson's 80th birthday celebration begins with the release of a new album on April 16. The country music legend will reveal 'Let's Face the Music and Dance,' which you can listen to in full in advance with this online stream on Taste of Country.

Megadeth Recruit Willie Nelson for Collaboration?

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 21:00:29 +0000

Country music legend Willie Nelson is always up for a collaboration, but this one takes the cake. The 79-year-old music icon recently ran into Dave Mustaine -- the frontman for the thrash metal band Megadeth -- at a restaurant in Texas, leading to the metal guitarist suggest a guest appearance for Nelson on the group's upcoming album.

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 — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 20:00:40 +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 to Receive an Honorary Doctorate From the Berklee College of Music

Dave Wheaton — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:37:59 +0000

It seems there's no slowing Willie Nelson down these days. The American icon and country music legend continues to churn out music, perform live and now, he's an honorary scholar. Nelson will be the recipient of an honorary doctor of music degree from the Berklee College of Music, one of the most prestigious music schools in the world.

Willie Nelson to Receive Honorary Doctorate From Berklee

Christina Vinson — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 21:00:33 +0000

Willie Nelson continues to show everyone that life can get even more rewarding as the years fly by. He’s one of country music’s greatest ‘Heroes,’ and it’s fitting that with all his success and accomplishments, Nelson will receive an honorary doctor of music degree from the prestigious Berklee College of Music. The iconic outlaw country singer, [...]