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No. 44: Willie Nelson, 'Always on My Mind'– Top 100 Country Love Songs

When it came to picking classic country love songs to include on our Top 100 Country Love Songs of all time, there was no way we could overlook the Willie Nelson hit 'Always on My Mind.'

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Willie Nelson to Share Musings From the Road in New Memoir

Willie Nelson is one of the most prolific and celebrated songwriters of his generation, and a musical and cultural icon as well. The legendary country performer is set to reveal some new stories and...

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Railroad Revival Tour Featuring Willie Nelson, Jamey Johnson Canceled

It's the end of the railroad. Fans who were eagerly awaiting to see Willie Nelson and Jamey Johnson, along with Band of Horses and John C. Reilly, perform on the 2012 Railroad Revival Tour will surely...

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Willie Nelson – Country Star Cameos on 'The Simpsons'

Willie Nelson plays an integral role in a year 2000 episode of ‘The Simpsons’ called ‘Behind the Laughter.’ It’s a mockumentary of the way VH1 creates ‘Behind the Music.’ After 11 successful years on...

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Willie Nelson – Most Political Country Singers

Willie Nelson gave over $6K to political causes between 1992 and 2007, and was a vocal supporter of Dennis Kucinich in the 2008 presidential election. He hasn’t weighed in officially on the 2012 race,...

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Lady Antebellum, Blake Shelton, Keith Urban, Faith Hill + Tim McGraw Salute...

The 2012 CMA Awards held a tribute to country icon Willie Nelson in the form of a jam session with some of the genre’s A-listers. Lady Antebellum kicked things off with ‘You Were Always on My Mind,’...

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Willie Nelson on President Obama: 'I'll Probably Vote for Him'

The legendary Willie Nelson may have endorsed Libertarian candidate Gary Johnson in the 2012 presidential race, but when it comes down to a choice between President Obama and his Republican challenger,...

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Remember Which Country Album Was the First to Be Certified Platinum?

Platinum certification for one million albums sold didn't begin until 1976, so while other recordings may have soared past this sales mark, 'Wanted: The Outlaws' became the first official platinum...

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Willie Nelson on Marijuana: 'I Haven't Seen Any Side Effects That Are Harmful...

Willie Nelson is an avid supporter of the recreational use of marijuana — so much so that the country icon titled his new autobiography, ‘Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I’m Gone’ after his favorite...

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Best Country Collaboration of 2012? – Readers Poll

The year has ended with a flourish of high-profile collaborations from top country music stars. Jason Aldean pulled two of the hottest males artists in Nashville into the same room to record 'The Only...

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Willie Nelson Sets Release Date for New 'Let's Face the Music and Dance' Album

Willie Nelson is almost 80, but the country superstar will stay as relevant as ever with the release of 'Let's Face the Music and Dance,' a collection of one of the prolific entertainer's favorites....

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Announcing the Inaugural Taste of Country Music Festival at Hunter Mountain

Over a dozen of country music's biggest stars will call Hunter Mountain home for three days this June. The inaugural Taste of Country Music Festival is three days of music and camping in the Catskill...

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2013 Taste of Country Music Festival Lineup Profile: Willie Nelson and Family

Experiencing Willie Nelson live is a bucket list item for any true country fan. The legendary hitmaker and songwriter will release a new album in 2013, and will once again hit the road with his family...

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Willie Nelson, Little Big Town Booked for Jazz Fest 2013 in New Orleans

Willie Nelson and Little Big Town will represent country music proudly at the 2013 New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, a two-weekend event that celebrates Louisiana’s musical culture with a diverse...

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Willie Nelson Spoofs Blake Shelton, Beyonce With Humorous Tour Announcement

Country music legend Willie Nelson spoofs reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year Blake Shelton and pop star Beyonce in a comical new post on his website announcing the 2013 Old Farts and Jacka-- Tour --...

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Remember When Willie Nelson Settled His Tax Bill?

Twenty years ago, on Feb. 2, 1993, Willie Nelson settled his $16.7 million tax bill for around $9 million. The trouble began when the IRS decided that tax shelters his accountants set up were not...

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Keith Urban Announces Date, Lineup for 2013 We're All for the Hall Benefit...

Keith Urban will momentarily step away from his ‘American Idol‘ duties to host his fourth-annual We’re All for the Hall benefit concert, scheduled for April 16 at Nashville’s Bridgetone Arena. This...

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Willie Nelson Shares Stories, Inspiration Behind 'Let's Face the Music and...

Fans are treated to rare studio and interview footage of Willie Nelson discussing and recording the songs on his forthcoming 'Let's Face the Music and Dance' album in a new video exclusively on Taste...

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Willie Nelson to Receive Honorary Doctorate From Berklee

Willie Nelson continues to show everyone that life can get even more rewarding as the years fly by. He’s one of country music’s greatest ‘Heroes,’ and it’s fitting that with all his success and...

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Willie Nelson Releasing Record Store Day Exclusive

The legendary Willie Nelson is pitching in to support independent music retailers everywhere at the upcoming 2013 Record Store Day. The music icon will offer a vinyl exclusive of a song that pays sly...

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