From DJ-turned-producer Uncle Waffles’ club-filling take on Amapiano to singer/songwriter Hailey Whitters‘ middle-American storytelling, some of the best music of 2022 may have slipped under the radar for some listeners. Even some great albums by veterans, including Willie Nelson‘s poignant A Beautiful Time and Ozzy Osbourne‘s unexpectedly strong Patient Number …
Read More »Cher Has Flashbacks to Willie Nelson's Weed-Filled Tour Bus: 'Just Drugs Everywhere'
From the stories that have been shared over the years from artists who have spent any amount of time on Willie Nelson‘s tour bus, the vehicle has earned quite the reputation for its nights of weed-fueled antics. In new clips from Cher‘s visit to the Kelly Clarkson Show, the pair …
Read More »Dolly Parton Felt She Was 'Betraying Somebody Else' With Rock Hall Nomination
Dolly Parton may now be enshrined in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, but that doesn’t mean she didn’t feel a little guilty about it. Ahead of the ceremony in November, the country icon experienced a whirlwind of emotions over her induction, which went ahead, despite her encouraging voters …
Read More »Miranda Lambert Rides 'Palomino' to Multiple Grammy Nominations
Miranda Lambert picked up the most nominations when the Recording Academy announced the country music Grammy nominees on Tuesday. Lambert, a perennial contender, found herself nominated in all four of the country categories, the only performer to do so for the 2023 Awards. Lambert’s 2022 album Palomino clearly resonated with …
Read More »Did Dr. John Actually Finish His Final Album Before He Died? Depends Who You Ask
FIVE MONTHS BEFORE Dr. John’s death in June 2019, the singer’s son Max Rebennack sent an email to producer and musician Shane Theriot. Rebennack began corresponding with Theriot about the album Dr. John had made over the previous year. The collection, recorded over a series of sessions in and around …
Read More »Dr. John and Willie Nelson's Duet of 'Gimme That Old Time Religion' Is the Spiritual Boost You Need
Prior to his death in 2019, magical New Orleans musician Dr. John was recording songs that would make up his final album, Things Happen That Way, out Sept. 23. Ahead of the LP’s arrival, Rounder Records released Dr. John’s duet with Willie Nelson, “Gimme That Old Time Religion.” It’s a …
Read More »Willie Nelson's Luck Ranch to Host Lucktoberfest With Orville Peck, Black Opry Revue
Willie Nelson’s Luck Ranch will host its inaugural 10-day Lucktoberfest in late October. Featuring a wide variety of performers and cultural experiences, the event will kick off Oct. 28 at the famed Spicewood, Texas, property and include performances by Tanya Tucker, Orville Peck, and the Black Opry Revue. Lucktoberfest will …
Read More »RS Recommends: It's High Time You Got This Limited-Edition Willie Nelson x Igloo Cooler
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. When it’s finally time to get on the road again this summer, Willie Nelson fans now have a cooler that’s built for the long haul. To celebrate the …
Read More »Willie Nelson Details His 'Wild' Friendship With Drummer Paul English in New Book
Willie Nelson will explore his many adventures with late drummer Paul English in his new book, Me and Paul: Untold Tales of a Fabled Friendship, set to be released Sept. 20 via Harper Horizon. A member of Nelson’s band since 1966, English was renowned for his tough, outlaw style and …
Read More »Margo Price, Nathaniel Rateliff to Sing for Willie Nelson at 'To Willie' Birthday Concert
A belated birthday party is better than no party at all. A few days after Willie Nelson turns 89, a group of friends and disciples will join the Red Headed Stranger at his Luck Ranch outside of Austin for a May 1st tribute concert. “To Willie: A Birthday Celebration,” produced …
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