Despite a report from online gossip site RadarOnline, Willie Nelson isn’t “deathly ill.” According to Willie’s publicist, Elaine Schock, Willie is “perfectly fine.” Elaine made the comments to the Associated Press, citing Willie’s performances at nearly a dozen shows in recent weeks as proof the 83-year-old singer isn’t “weak as a baby.” Earlier this year,…… MORE
Even at 83 years old, Willie Nelson makes everything look and sound effortless. His easygoing demeanor is on full display in a new video for “It Gets Easier,” a tune he co-wrote with pal and producer Buddy Cannon. The new tune will appear on Willie’s upcoming album, God’s Problem Child, which will drop on April…… MORE
Country Music Hall of Fame member Willie Nelson will release a new album, God’s Problem Child, on April 28. The 13-song offering is Willie’s first album of original material in almost three years. Today (March 8) Willie teased a clip of the new video for “It Gets Easier,” a tune he co-wrote with friend and…… MORE
Today (March 2) is Texas Independence Day. On March 2, 1836, Texas officially declared its independence from Mexico and created the Republic of Texas. In honor of the historic day, listen to Willie Nelson recite William Barret Travis’ “Victory or Death” letter, which Willie recorded on his 1968 album, Texas in My Soul. William Barret…… MORE
More than a dozen stars—and more to be announced soon—will come together at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on April 6 for a Merle Haggard tribute concert. Dubbed Sing Me Back Home: The Music of Merle Haggard, the concert will feature performances from Willie Nelson, Kenny Chesney, Miranda Lambert, John Mellencamp, Dierks Bentley, Loretta Lynn, Hank Williams…… MORE
While Sturgill Simpson (Best Country Album), Maren Morris (Best Solo Performance), Lori McKenna (Best Country Song) and Pentatonix featuring Dolly Parton (Best Country Duo/Group Performance) took home Grammy gold in the country categories, a bevy of country stars copped Grammys outside the country genre. Showcasing their diversified talents, Willie Nelson, Joey+Rory, Hillary Scott and Vince…… MORE
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The 59th Grammy Awards are underway in LA, and we’ll be posting the winners as they are announced in the country, bluegrass and Americana categories. Best Country Album A Sailor’s Guide to Earth — Sturgill Simpson WINNER Big Day in a Small Town — Brandy Clark Full Circle — Loretta Lynn Hero — Maren Morris Ripcord — Keith Urban Best Country…… MORE
Willie Nelson was forced to cancel three shows at the Buck Owens’ Crystal Palace in Bakersfield, Calif., this week due to an undisclosed illness. Willie’s show on Feb. 6 was cancelled, as well as scheduled shows on Feb. 7 and 8. Last month, Willie cancelled two shows at Las Vegas’ Venetian Theatre on Jan. 28…… MORE
After cancelling shows on Jan. 28 and 29 due to illness, Willie Nelson returned to the stage last night (Feb. 1) at the Venetian Theatre in Las Vegas for Willie Nelson & Family: Vegas on My Mind. Before the show, Willie stopped at Exile Boutique to promote his new line of cannabis, Willie Nelson Reserve.…… MORE
Just when you thought Willie Nelson would be slowing things down at the tender age of 83, think again. The octogenarian, who recently had to cancel two Las Vegas shows due to illness, is set to release a brand new album, God’s Problem Child, on April 28. The new album consists of 13 new songs—seven…… MORE
