
CNN to Air Farm Aid 2026 Live Concert
CNN will broadcast Farm Aid 2026 live for the second consecutive year, featuring performances by Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews, Neil Young, and other artists.
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CNN will broadcast Farm Aid 2026 live for the second consecutive year, featuring performances by Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews, Neil Young, and other artists.

Country music icon Willie Nelson is urging communities to fight against the construction of AI data centers in rural Texas, citing concerns about their high water consumption, noise, and light pollution. Nelson believes these facilities are detrimental to local farmland and the environment.

In 1986, Willie Nelson's patriotic song 'Promiseland' reached No. 1 on the charts and played a significant role in the national conversation around immigration as America celebrated the Statue of Liberty’s centennial.

Rihanna, Elton John, Shakira, Willie Nelson, and Chance The Rapper are among the musicians recognized on the TIME 100 Philanthropists list for their charitable contributions.

Musician Jack White has announced summer 2026 tour dates across the UK, Ireland, and North America, following his appearance at Coachella this weekend and the release of two new songs.
Amanda Shires, Jack Ingram, Cody Canada, Aaron Lee Tasjan, and more descended on Willie Nelson's Luck Ranch to remember Snider, who died in November

The soul-stirring song appears on the eclectic soundtrack to the 8-episode Prime Video historical drama 'The Gray House,' about Union spies during the Civil War.

Following Alex Lifeson's decision to stop using cannabis for Rush's tour, a look at other musicians like Miley Cyrus and Willie Nelson who have also discussed quitting.

Country music legend Willie Nelson has issued a statement encouraging Americans to fight against the proliferation of data centers, arguing they 'only destroy the environment around them.'
Farm Aid 2026 is set to take place in Virginia Beach, featuring performances by board members Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp, and Dave Matthews. Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts are confirmed to return to the stage for the September 26 event.

Willie Nelson has joined Dolly Parton in achieving a significant milestone, having Hot Country Songs hits in every decade since the 1960s, extending his chart history that began in 1962.

A new curated compilation album, 'Where The Willow And The Dogwood Grow', features covers of Tom Waits and Kathleen Brennan songs by artists like Johnny Cash, Bruce Springsteen, Ramones, Willie Nelson, and Marianne Faithfull, created with the blessing of Waits and Brennan.
The country icon is gearing up for his first live shows of 2026, kicking off with the annual Luck Reunion in his hometown of Spicewood, Texas
Luck Presents will stage the all-star show the day after the Luck Reunion at Willie Nelson’s Texas ranch

This article explores the posthumous rediscovery of country star Gary Stewart, a honky-tonk hellraiser whose wild genius and unique voice are praised by musicians like Bob Dylan and Willie Nelson.
Country music legend Willie Nelson's new book, 'The Last Leaf', is described as a love story and a tribute to his wife, Annie. The book reflects on his marriage and his artistry in later life.

Ella Langley dominated the 2026 ACM Awards, securing seven wins, while Cody Johnson earned his first Entertainer of the Year award. The ceremony also featured various performances, tributes, and red carpet appearances by country music stars.

Chris Stapleton performed Willie Nelson's pro-immigrant song 'Living in the Promiseland' on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.' His rendition brought attention to the classic track's message.

Willie Nelson's Outlaw Music Festival will return for its 11th anniversary tour in summer 2026, visiting 12 cities and featuring artists like Avett Brothers, Wilco, Sheryl Crow, and Margo Price.

Kevin Costner’s civil war drama, The Gray House, is filled with high octane as well as emotional music which complements every scene in the series.

The 14th annual bucket-list festival at Willie's Texas ranch returns March 19