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Willie Nelson is an American country music singer-songwriter, as well as an actor, poet, and activist. The success of his albums, Shotgun Willie (1973), Red Headed Stranger (1975), and Stardust (1978), made nelson one of the most recognized artists in country music. Nelson has acted in over 30 films, co-authored several books, released 200 plus albums, and has been involved in activism for the use of bio fuels and the legalization of marijuana. Austin’s hometown musician returns to Austin City Limits Live to ring in the new year with style with special guests Sturgill Simpson on 12/30 and Vintage Trouble on 12/31.
Recently in 2012, Nelson released his first album for Legacy Recordings titled, Heroes, which showcased new songs and deep country classics. The album spent five weeks at the number one spot on the Americana Radio Chart. Later in 2012, Nelson released his book, Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I Die, which landed in the Top 10 on The New York Times’s best-seller list.
In 2013, Nelson’s albums included, April Let’s Face The Music and Dance, and album of deep pop country classics. The album features 18 duets with music’s top female singer including Dolly Parton, Mavis Staples, Sheryl Crow, Loretta Lynn, Wynonna Judd, Rosanne Cash, Alison Krauss, Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood, Emmylou Harris, Norah Jones, and Shelby Lynne.
Willie Nelson & Family at ACL Live
December 30/31, 2014
Doors: 6:30 PM
Show: 8:00 PM
All Ages
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