On the road again, as it should be. This morning, Willie Nelson announced an extensive list of 2026 shows as part of this year’s edition of his Outlaw Music Festival Tour, which is entering its second decade on the road. Willie will of course headline the tour, and he will have rotating openers join him at every stop, of course including his family band and son Lukas Nelson, in addition to The Avett Brothers, Sheryl Crow, Wilco, Lukas Nelson, Stephen Wilson Jr., Margo Price, Sierra Hull, Robert Randolph, Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble, and Lily Meola. Willie is a tried and true road warrior, he’s been doing it for decades now, and playing shows for fans all over the world is what he loves to do, so he’s excited to get out there and do it again this summer, even if there aren’t quite as many shows on the calendar (which is hard to believe because it still seems like a lot to me): “Being on the road and playing for the fans is what I love to do. We don’t get to do as many shows as we used to, so every night out there means a little more. I’m looking forward to seeing everyone and making it a special time.” Willie is right around the corner from his birthday on April 29th, when he’ll turn 93-years-old, and he continues to put out music, and tour, like he did when he was first getting started just about. It’s beyond impressive, there’s really no other way to put it though that doesn’t even feel like a strong enough phrase, and this is obviously a bucket list concert, especially if you’ve never gotten to see the red headed stranger live in concert before. Obviously, he’s not getting any younger, and you should take the chance to see the living legend while you can… it’s a magical experience, I can tell you firsthand. Tickets go on sale to the general public this Friday, March 27th. In addition to this run of shows, Willie announced his 79th solo studio album Dream Chaser last week, which is set for release on May 29th. He put out the title track as well, which you can listen to here: “Dream Chaser” The full lineup is listed below, along with the openers that will be at each stop. 2026 OUTLAW MUSIC FESTIVAL TOUR DATES & LINEUPS: Friday, July 3, 2026 The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory, Irving, TX Willie Nelson & Family Wilco Sheryl Crow Lukas Nelson Stephen Wilson Jr. Margo Price Lily Meola Saturday, July 4, 2026 Germania Insurance Amphitheater, Austin, TX Willie Nelson & Family Billy Strings Wilco Sheryl Crow Lukas Nelson Stephen Wilson Jr. Margo Price Rodney Crowell Lily Meola Sunday, July 5, 2026 The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion sponsored by Huntsman, The Woodlands, TX Willie Nelson & Family Wilco Sheryl Crow Stephen Wilson Jr. Margo Price Lily Meola Tuesday, August 18, 2026 Hollywood Casino Amphitheater, Maryland Heights, MO Willie Nelson & Family The Avett Brothers Lukas Nelson Stephen Wilson Jr. Sierra Hull Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble Wednesday, August 19, 2026 Mystic Lake Amphitheater, Shakopee, MN Willie Nelson & Family The Avett Brothers Lukas Nelson Sierra Hull Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble Friday, August 21, 2026 Alpine Valley Music Theatre, East Troy, WI Willie Nelson & Family The Avett Brothers Lukas Nelson Stephen Wilson Jr. Sierra Hull Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble Saturday, August 22, 2026 Pine Knob Music Theatre, Clarkston, MI Willie Nelson & Family The Avett Brothers Lukas Nelson Stephen Wilson Jr. Sierra Hull Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble Sunday, August 23, 2026 Ruoff Music Center, Noblesville, IN Willie Nelson & Family The Avett Brothers Lukas Nelson Stephen Wilson Jr. Sierra Hull Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble Tuesday, August 25, 2026 Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre, Tinley Park, IL Willie Nelson & Family The Avett Brothers Lukas Nelson Stephen Wilson Jr. Sierra Hull Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble Friday, August 28 2026 Northwell at Jones Beach Theater, Wantagh, NY Willie Nelson & Family The Avett Brothers Sheryl Crow Stephen Wilson Jr. Robert Randolph Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble Saturday, August 29, 2026 Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, Bethel, NY Willie Nelson & Family The Avett Brothers Sheryl Crow Stephen Wilson Jr. Robert Randolph Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble Sunday, August 30, 2026 Albany Med Health System at SPAC, Saratoga Springs, NY Willie Nelson & Family The Avett Brothers Sheryl Crow Stephen Wilson Jr. Robert Randolph Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble Willie also has a few shows in April: View this post on Instagram The post Willie Nelson Announces Dates For 2026 ‘Outlaw Music Festival Tour’ first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

Travelling is hard enough these days; the last thing you want to add to it is stress. From TSA security lines that wrap around the building, to delays, cramped seating and crowded airports, a day of travel can be easy breezy or a nightmare. And there is nothing that can make a travel day worse than being confined to the walls of an airplane and hearing someone singing over the intercom. Over the years, we have seen the internet show no mercy to people of all ages who sing on airplanes. Of course, all of these instances are unwarranted, and nine out of ten times, these folks are not going to be the next George Strait. However, that feeling of hating someone for singing on a plane goes out of the window when it’s Zach Top. A woman is going viral online for sharing a video of Zach Top and a few buddies singing “Yesterday’s Wine” while waiting to board their plane. It sounds like everyone on that flight had a nightmare of a travel day, with hours of delays, so ole ZT thought some music was the best way to fill the wait. The woman’s video gained a ton of traction online, not only for the stellar harmonies, but also because she admitted she didn’t realize it was Zach Top singing at first. “Didn’t have a clue before, but now I can’t stop listening to Zach Top.” What I would do to hear his voice for the first time again, am I right? In the footage, you can’t see ZT at all, but the twang in his vocals is recognizable from the first note. After ZT led the charge on the song for a little bit, a few of his buddies jumped in for a harmony that sounds like bluegrass gold. I must admit I’ve watched this video more times than I’m proud of because of that harmony. Hilariously, after the men hit this harmony, you can hear someone shushing them, which, according to the creator of the video, was the flight attendant. I wonder how many airport beers were consumed prior to this moment. As I said before, this is the one time I’d love to hear someone singing on a plane. Check it out: @heylolauren Didn’t have a clue before but now I can’t stop listening to @Zach Top #zachtop #americanairlines #countryconcert #countrymusictiktoks #countrymusic ♬ original sound – heylolauren Check out some of the comments left on this post. To say the internet was envious of those on the jet bridge is an understatement… “I’d cry so hard lol I loooooove Zach Top” “You were blessed with having ZACH TOP serenade you, and you didn’t even know it!!” “You’re so lucky. I love Zach Top! Have one of his songs as my ringtone.” “I would die if Zach Top was on my flight.” “The way my neck would break the moment I heard that voice.” “Oh, they were definitely drunk on a plane.” “I recognize that voice.” “I would know that voice INSTANTLY hahaha.” “I knew right away!!!!!! Love him! “Mr. Top is hammered. That is so cool.” “Dream experience… the wine harmony just busts me up!” “Girl, do you know how lucky you are?” “I knew instantly.” Before you go, check out Zach Top and Ernest covering “Yesterday’s Wine” at the Ryman last year. The post Zach Top Serenades Jet Bridge With Willie Nelson’s “Yesterday’s Wine” In Viral Video… Until Flight Attendant Tells Him To “Shush” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

Country music artist (and “Amerijuana” trademark owner) Tyler Halverson recently joined Whiskey Riff Raff podcast for a great, wide-ranging conversation. The singer-songwriter hailing from South Dakota (and proudly gatekeeping his state) discussed how he didn’t feel pressure putting together his sophomore album, In Defense of Drinking, revisited his dream blunt rotation, talked about his goal to sing at the NFR opening ceremony, and revealed why he wanted to keep his most recent album “less polished.” Halverson then gave his take on modern country music albums being 25 songs long, how he never passes up a thrifting opportunity, and said that one of his favorite genres of music to listen to is… big band music from the 1940s. Like I said earlier, there’s really no stone left unturned in the conversation with the “Beer Garden Baby” singer. We even touched on his upcoming performance at Rock The Country, which is set to be a celebration of community, tradition, and the spirit that’s carried America through 250 years. Coming to a small town near you in 2026 with Kid Rock, Jason Aldean, Ella Langley, Jelly Roll, the aforementioned Tyler Halverson, and many, many more. Don’t miss the action in Belleville, Texas, Bloomingdale, Georgia, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Ashland, Kentucky, Hastings, Michigan, Ocala, Florida and Hamburg, New York. For the full schedule and lineup and to buy tickets now you can go to rockthecountry.com, and get ready to celebrate 250 years of freedom. To listen to the full interview, check it out on YouTube or make sure to download the podcast on Apple Podcasts by searching “Whiskey Riff Raff” or by clicking here. We’re also available on Spotify and wherever else you can listen to podcasts. Cheers, y’all. Audio Video The post Whiskey Riff Raff Podcast With Tyler Halverson first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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Hittin’ the road with some of the best in the business. It’s safe to say 2025 was arguably the biggest year to debate from the Red Dirt legends, Turnpike Troubadours. In addition to scoring massive opening spots on Cross Canadian Ragweed’s highly successful “Boys From Oklahoma” concert series, both in Stillwater, Oklahoma and Waco, Texas, the Red Dirt legends would also score appearances at Zach Bryan’s concerts over the summer, notably performing to his huge, sold-out shows at both BST Hyde Park in London and Golden Gate Park in San Francisco. Of course, they also released their sixth studio album, The Price of Admission, back in April to high praise from both fans and critics alike. Marking the second release since the band returned from an extended hiatus, The Price of Admission proved to many (myself included) why Turnpike is ultimately one of the greatest bands in the history of the genre, featuring some all-time tracks from the group such as “Heaven Passing Through,” “On The Red River” and the severely underrated, “Ruby Ann.” As we transition in 2026, they’ve kept that momentum going and then some. In addition to frontman, Evan Felker, teasing the potential of another album coming at some point in the year, they extended their highly successful Wild America Tour well into the new year. In case those new batches of dates weren’t enough, minutes ago, they announced another band new tour, this time with none other than the best duo in country music, Muscadine Bloodline, as direct support. In addition to Muscadine getting an opening support nod, Turnpike is calling on an all-star cast of openers consisting of the severely underrated “western space grunge” band, Dexter & the Moonrocks, the red-hot bluegrass group, The Creekers, one of the best songwriters working today, Drayton Farley, and the severely slept-on Katie Pruitt. View this post on Instagram   Turnpike and Muscadine’s new tour will kick off on June 12th in Chicago at Huntington Bank Pavilion before wrapping up on October 25th in Clearwater, Florida, at The BayCare Sound. Along the way, Felker and Co. will hit the likes of Nashville, Kansas City, Atlanta, Grand Rapids, Indianapolis, Charlotte and many more on the 17-show tour. Artist presale begins tomorrow, March 25th, at 10 a.m. local with support and Spotify presale beginning on Tuesday, March 26th, at 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. local, respectively. General sale, on the other hand, begins this Friday, March 27th, at 10 a.m. local. Having the pleasure of seeing them twice over the past three years, there’s absolutely no denying that Turnpike is one of the best live shows in the entire genre, and they seem to be getting even better as the years go by. Between frontman Evan Felker’s masterfully penned lyrics and lead vocals, Kyle Nix’s electric fiddle work and RC Edwards’ presence both as a bassist and co-writer on many tracks, there’s truly nothing better than a Turnpike concert. You won’t want to miss them if they are in your city. Turnpike Troubadours Tour Dates June 12 – Chicago, Illinois – Huntington Bank Pavilion with Muscadine Bloodline & Katie Pruitt June 13 – Sterling Heights, Michigan – Michigan Lottery Amphitheater with Muscadine Bloodline & Katie Pruitt July 2 – Woodinville, Washington – Chateau Ste. Michelle with Muscadine Bloodline & Dexter & the Moonrocks July 3 – Spokane, Washington – BECU Live with Muscadine Bloodline & Dexter & the Moonrocks July 17 – Charlotte, North Carolina – Skyla Credit Union Amphitheater with Muscadine Bloodline & Dexter & the Moonrocks July 23 – Grand Rapids, Michigan – The Wharf Amphitheater with Muscadine Bloodline & The Creekers July 24 – Nashville, Tennessee – Ascend Amphitheater with Muscadine Bloodline & The Creekers July 31 – Indianapolis, Indiana – Everwise Amphitheater with Muscadine Bloodline & Dexter & the Moonrocks August 1 – Kansas City, Missouri – Starlight Theater with Muscadine Bloodline & Dexter & the Moonrocks August 14 – Lewiston, New York – Artpark Amphitheater with Muscadine Bloodline & The Creekers August 15 – Bethel, New York – Woods Center for the Arts with Muscadine Bloodline & The Creekers October 2 – Charleston, South Carolina – Firefly Distillery with Muscadine Bloodline & The Creekers October 3 – Richmond, Virginia – Allianz Amphitheater with Muscadine Bloodline & The Creekers October 9 – Atlanta, Georgia – Synovus Bank Amphitheater with Muscadine Bloodline & The Creekers October 10 – Raleigh, North Carolina – The Red Hat Amphitheater with Muscadine Bloodline & The Creekers October 24 – St. Augustine, Florida – The St. Augustine Amphitheater with Muscadine Bloodline & Drayton Farley October 25 – Clearwater, Florida – The BayCare Sound with Muscadine Bloodline & Drayton FarleyThe post Turnpike Troubadours Announce Brand New Tour With Muscadine Bloodline, Drayton Farley & More first appeared on Whiskey Riff.