In a world that is crying for some honesty, it’s no wonder that Willie Nelson has captured the hearts of music lovers everywhere. The songs that Willie writes or chooses to sing are pure emotional truth…stripped of fancy embellishment.
Granted, it takes some people more time than others to get used to the stark quality of Willie’s style, but like other true originals (Bob Dylan, Jackson Brown) once Willie’s in your blood; he’s there to stay.
If you’ve never really listened to Willie Nelson, the best place to start is “Red Headed Stranger,” the album that turned more people on to Willie Nelson than anything else he’s done.Â
Also recommended is the brand new “To Lefty From Willie” album. It’s a tribute to Lefty Frizell, one of Willie’s idols and one of the most influential country/vocalist/songwriters of all time.
Why Willie? Who else communicates this much honest feeling and beauty?
On Columbia/Lone Star Records and Tapes.
Can’t think of one good reason WHY NOT? ; )
Yeah!