Outlaw Legacy: Celebrating Waylon Jennings' Music with Shooter Jennings' New Releases
A group of talented country music stars came together in 2015 to pay tribute to Waylon Jennings in a special live concert in Austin, Texas. The highlight of the event was a star-studded performance of "Luckenbach, Texas" featuring artists like Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson, Eric Church, Chris Stapleton, Jamey Johnson, and more. The performance was later featured in a TV special called Outlaw: Celebrating The Music of Waylon Jennings.
The ensemble included a lineup of country music legends such as Shooter Jennings, Robert Earl Keen, Buddy Miller, Jessi Colter, and Bobby Bare, among others. The crowd went wild as the artists took the stage one by one to deliver an unforgettable performance of the classic song.
Despite Waylon Jennings' initial dislike for "Luckenbach, Texas," the song became one of his biggest hits. The studio version featured background vocals from Willie Nelson, adding to its success. Waylon's legacy lives on through his timeless music and the recent discovery of unreleased tapes by his son, Shooter Jennings.
Shooter Jennings uncovered a treasure trove of classic Waylon tapes, which he is using to create three new records. The first record, "Songbird," is set to be released on October 3rd, marking Waylon's return to the modern music scene. The project aims to bring joy to fans and shed light on Waylon's passion and soul that still resonate in his music today.
The first single released from the collection, "Songbird," features Waylon and his original band members, along with artists like Ashley Monroe and Elizabeth Cook on backing vocals. The song captures the essence of Waylon's outlaw spirit and has been well-received by fans. Shooter Jennings continues to honor his father's legacy with the release of the second single, "The Cowboy (Small Town Texas)," a previously unreleased track that showcases Waylon's storytelling prowess and timeless appeal.
With the unveiling of these lost songs and the upcoming release of new records, Waylon Jennings is making a triumphant return to the music scene, captivating audiences with his raw talent and enduring legacy.