Welcome to The Icons of Outlaw Country, where we dive deep into the world of one of the most influential and rebellious genres in music history. Join host, John Wesley Karson, as he takes you on a journey through the timeless hits and captivating stories of the genre’s icons, from the original legends to the rising stars of today. Get ready to explore the unapologetic and fiercely independent spirit of Outlaw Country on this one-of-a-kind radio show which can be heard live on KVLI 103.7FM in Lake Isabella, CA each weekend. This is The Icons of Outlaw Country with John Wesley Karson.
Original Air Date, February 24, 2024
PLAYLIST
HOUR ONE
- Born and Raised in Black and White – The Highwaymen – 1990
- Thank You for a Life – Kris Kristofferson – 2006
- Clay Pigeons – Blaze Foley – 1976
- Buckaroo – Buck Owens – 1965
- Honkiest Tonkiest Beer Joint – Dale Watson – 1996
- Rich White Honky Blues – Hank Williams Jr. – 2022
- Between Jennings and Jones – Jamey Johnson – 2008
- The Maker – Willie Nelson – 1998
- Copperhead Road – Steve Earle – 1988
- Before You Use That Gun – Eddie Noack – 1973
- Bad Liver and A Broken Heart · Hayes Carll – 2008
- Freedom to Stay – Waylon Jennings – 1973
HOUR TWO
- Homegrown Tomatoes – Guy Clark – 1983
- Texas Cookin’ (Live from Austin, TX) – Guy Clark – 2007
- Southbound – Doc Watson – 1966
- London Homesick Blues – Gary P. Nunn – 1974
- Cowboy Boots & Bathin’ Suits – Jerry Jeff Walker – 2006
- I’m Comin’ Home – Robert Earl Keen – 2003
- I’m Leavin’ Now – Johnny Cash – 2000
- Don’t California My Texas – Creed Fisher – 2021
- Oklahoma Wind – Billy Joe Shaver – 2006
- Fly Away – Rusty Weir – 1975 blaze
- If I could Only Fly – Merle Haggard – 1995