GA Russell Posted February 23, 2020 Report Share Posted February 23, 2020 Willie Nelson's New Studio Album First Rose of Spring Coming Friday, April 24 via Legacy Recordings Title Track Available for Download Now + Music Video Launching Today "Ride Me Back Home" Wins Best Country Solo Performance at 62nd Grammy Awards First Rose of Spring - Willie Nelson's 70th solo studio album and 14th on Legacy Recordings - will be released days before the singer’s 87th birthday on April 29. The album is Willie’s first new release since winning the 2020 Best Country Solo Performance Grammy Award - Willie's 10th overall, not including his Grammy Legend and Lifetime Achievement Awards - for "Ride Me Back Home," the title track from his 2019 release. Featuring 11 new studio performances and original artwork created by his son, Micah, First Rose of Spring finds Willie working again with longtime friend and producer Buddy Cannon. An intimate journey through life and love as seen through Willie's unique perspective, First Rose of Spring finds the artist deep in every moment, sharing profound insights and experiences through songs he's written and songs he loves to sing. Among the younger songwriters celebrated on the album are the composing team of Randy Houser, Allen Shamblin & Mark Beeson, who collaborated on the beautiful title track. See Willie On The Road Again: Feb 21 - Orlando, FL; Dr Philips Ctr @ Walt Disney Theater Mar 4 - Houston, TX; Rodeo Houston Mar 13 - Norman, OK; Riverwind Casino Mar 14 - Arlington, TX; Globe Life Field w/Chris Stapleton, Jamey Johnson and Yola Mar 15 - Tulsa, OK; Paradise Cover @ River Spirit Casino Apr 17 - New Braunfels, TX; Whitewater Amphitheater Apr 18 - New Braunfels, TX; Whitewater Amphitheater Apr 20 - Memphis, TN; Orpheum Theatre Apr 22 - Birmingham, AL; BJCC Concert Hall Apr 23 - Wilkesboro, NC; Merlefest Apr 25 - Lexington, KY; Kroger Field w/Chris Stapleton, Jamey Johnson and Yola Apr 26 - New Buffalo, MI; Four Wind Casino/Silver Creek Event Ctr Apr 28 - Nashville, IN; Brown County Music Ctr Apr 29 - Milwaukee, WI; Riverside Theater Aug 5 - Bethlehem, PA; Wind Creek Steel Stage Aug 11 - Buffalo Chip, SD; Sturgis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GA Russell Posted March 13, 2020 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2020 BRAND NEW MUSIC FROM WILLIE NELSON “OUR SONG” WRITTEN BY CHRIS STAPLETON FROM THE UPCOMING ALBUM FIRST ROSE OF SPRING DUE OUT APRIL 24 VIA LEGACY RECORDINGS One of the key tracks on First Rose of Spring is Willie's heartfelt interpretation of "Our Song," a never-before-recorded composition by contemporary country music hitmaker Chris Stapleton. Willie Nelson & Family will appear as special guests on Chris Stapleton's "All-American Roadshow" on two big dates this year: Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas on March 14 and "A Concert for Kentucky" at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky on April 25. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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