The Icons of Outlaw Country – September 16, 2023
Join John Wesley Karson this week as he immerses listeners in the rebellious melodies of outlaw music, centering around the vibrant color blue during part one of the first hour of the show and a celebration of Lone Star beer in the beginning of the second. Delving into the raw and unapologetic spirit of the genre, Karson takes us on a sonic journey that pays homage to the mavericks who defied the establishment and blazed their own trails.
“The Icons of Outlaw Country” is a jubilant celebration of the audacious individualism displayed by a select group of artists who fearlessly challenged the conventions of Nashville, carving out their own unique identities and leaving an indelible mark on the music world. Prepare to be swept away by the rebellious spirit and distinctive sounds that define this remarkable genre.
PLAYLIST
HOUR ONE
- Blue Eyes Cryin’ in the Rain – Willie Nelson – 1975
- I’m Lookin’ For Blue Eyes – Jessie Colter – 1976
- Blue Eyes – The International Submarine Band – 1968
- Bluebird Wine – Rodney Crowell – 1976
- Blue Skies – Willie Nelson – 1978
- The Streets of Baltimore – Bobby Bare – 1966
- The Streets of Bakersfield – Buck Owens – 1972
- No Country Music For Old Men – The Bellamy Brothers – 2021
- The Girl at the End of the Bar – George Jones – 1983
- The Real Deal Billy – Joe Shaver – 2005
- Best Friends of Mine – Waylon Jennings – 1998
- Don’t Let The Sunshine Fool You · Guy Clark – 1976
- Poncho & Lefty · Townes Van Zandt – 1972
HOUR TWO
- Lone Star Beer & Bob Wills Music – Red Steagall – 1976
- Outlaws and Lone Star Beer – CW McCall – 1978
- What I Like About Texas – Gary P. Nunn – 1997
- Mamma’s Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys –Waylon & Willie – 1977
- Getting’ By – Jerry Jeff Walker – 1973
- My Sense of Humor/Punkin’ Center Barn Dance – DAC – 1977
- Cooler – N – Hell – Ray Wily Hubbard – 2005
- Heaven Can’t be Found – Hank Williams Jr. – 1998
- White Boy – Merle Haggard – 1977
- Hard Times – Jerry Reed – 1982
- Workin’ Hard – Larry Fleet – 2019
- Miles & Miles of Texas – Asleep at the Wheel – 1976
- Drinkin’ Doubles – The Texas Jamm Band – 2012
- She’s Actin’ Single (I’m Drinkin’ Doubles) – Gary Stewart – 1975
- From The Bottle to The Bottom – Kris Kristofferson – 1971