American Songwriter

On This Day in 2020, the World Lost Willie Nelson’s Longtime Friend, Drummer, and Occasional “Gun-Toting” Enforcer

On this day (February 11) in 2020, Paul English died of acute pneumonia in Dallas, Texas, at the age of 87. The public remembers him as Willie Nelson’s longtime friend and drummer. Their friendship ...
American Songwriter

On This Day in 2020, Country Music Said Goodbye to the “Great Singing Talent” Who Wrote One of Willie Nelson’s Signature Songs

On this day (October 16) in 2020, country singer and songwriter Johnny Bush passed away at the age of 85 after suffering from pneumonia. Before his passing, Bush built an immortal legacy with his ...

A Look Back at Willie Nelson's Life in Photos as the Country Legend Turns 93

Willie Nelson turns 93 on April 29, 2026. Celebrate with a look back at his legendary music career, history of activism and role as a husband and father.
The Washington Post

Every Willie Nelson album has a story. This man helps tell them.

It’s hard to fathom on multiple levels, but Willie Nelson is releasing his 153rd album this week. In fact, “Last Leaf on the Tree” is his second studio recording this year, following “The Border” last ...