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Willie Nelson published an open letter urging Americans to oppose the spread of data centers, arguing they destroy farmland and harm the environment and rural communities; he ties the stance to his Texas roots in Abbott and Gov. Abbott’s proposals for rural bans and regulations, highlighting his Farm Aid background and environmental activism.
Willie Nelson criticized data centers as loud, water-thieving, and light-polluting threats to farmland and rural communities, urging thoughtful stewardship and opposing industrial footprints near towns; the remarks highlight a broader national debate over data-center siting and environmental impact.
Kacey Musgraves describes Middle of Nowhere as a return to country on her own terms, written during a long period of single life, blending humor with honesty (including the self-pleasure lyric from “Dry Spell”). The album features a late-added duet with Miranda Lambert and a cameo by Willie Nelson, was crafted with longtime collaborators, and is accompanied by a new tour after a period of personal growth and a Texas/Mexico-based sense of home.
Willie Nelson’s Outlaw Music Festival returns in 2026 as a 12-show tour featuring Nelson & Family with guests including the Avett Brothers, Wilco, Sheryl Crow, Lukas Nelson, Margo Price, Robert Randolph, and Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble; Bob Dylan sits this year out. The dates run July 3 in Irving, Texas, through Aug. 30 in Saratoga Springs, New York, with stops across Texas, Illinois, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Indiana, New York and more.
Kacey Musgraves releases the playful single 'Dry Spell' as the first taste from her sixth album Middle of Nowhere, set for a May 1, 2026 release. The NPR interview highlights her return to traditional country textures, a focus on aloneness and self‑reliance, and collaborative range including Willie Nelson and Miranda Lambert, plus cross‑genre flirtations and Mexican/Texan influences. Musgraves emphasizes balance in production, her movement between roots and border‑blurring sounds, and a label return that anchors the project in a country‑leaning yet expansive sonic landscape.
Kacey Musgraves announces her seventh full-length album, Middle of Nowhere, due May 1 via Lost Highway, led by the single Dry Spell and featuring guest appearances from Willie Nelson, Miranda Lambert, Billy Strings, and Gregory Alan Isakov.
Bob Dylan describes Willie Nelson in poetic terms in a new profile, highlighting his legendary status, kindness, and connection to nature, emphasizing Nelson's unique and enduring influence in country music and beyond.
Farm Aid's 40th benefit concert in Minneapolis featured legendary musicians like Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, and Neil Young, aiming to raise awareness and funds for noncorporate U.S. farmers facing economic challenges such as funding freezes and tariffs.
Farm Aid 40 in Minneapolis was a historic 12-hour concert featuring notable performances by Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, and other artists, highlighting Minnesota's local talent and political activism, with a focus on supporting American farmers and promoting unity through music.
Farm Aid 40, a 40th anniversary music festival supporting U.S. farmers, features performances by artists like Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, Neil Young, and John Mellencamp. The event is streamed online via Sling and YouTube, with CNN broadcasting the show on TV. The festival aims to raise funds for agricultural initiatives and runs from Minneapolis on September 20, 2024.
Farm Aid 40's set times have been revealed, with Bob Dylan scheduled for a 35-minute performance at 9:22 p.m., making it a late night event at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, which will run until nearly midnight. The lineup includes notable artists like Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp, Neil Young, Steve Earle, and Sierra Ferrell, with tickets still available for purchase.
Farm Aid's 40th anniversary festival in Minneapolis features over 11 hours of music with notable performances from Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, and others, including surprise collaborations and a late-night schedule extension. The event's set times are available via the Farm Aid app, and attendees can expect a lively, unpredictable day of music and guest appearances.
Farm Aid's 40th anniversary festival will be held in Minneapolis on September 20, featuring headliners Willie Nelson, Neil Young, and John Mellencamp, with additional performances by Wynona Judd and Kenny Chesney, and will include local organic foods; CNN will broadcast the event, which supports family farmers and the Good Food Movement.
The Outlaw Music Festival featured performances by Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, Wilco, and Lucinda Williams, showcasing a diverse range of American roots music. The event included a mix of classic and reimagined songs, with notable moments like Williams' powerful set and Dylan's rejuvenated voice, all set against a lively, informal festival atmosphere. The tour continues across the U.S., maintaining its status as a premier summer music event.
Lukas Nelson discussed his new album 'American Romance', touring with Neil Young, and his decision to quit weed, which surprised his father Willie Nelson, highlighting his desire to forge his own path and be true to himself.