The Icons of Outlaw Country #096

Step into the world of outlaw music alongside John Wesley Karson this week, where vibrant shades of blue dominate the first part of the show, immersing listeners in rebellious melodies. Experience the raw and unapologetic spirit of this genre as Karson fearlessly guides us through a sonic journey, paying tribute to the trailblazers who defied the establishment. And as we venture into the second part, get ready to raise a glass in celebration of Lone Star beer, a symbol of camaraderie and the free-spirited nature that defines the outlaw music scene. With Karson at the helm, prepare to be captivated by the untamed energy and independent voices that have shaped this extraordinary musical movement.

Original Air Date: January 18, 2025

Hour One
Billy Joe Shaver & Willie Nelson – Hard to Be an Outlaw –2014
Waylon Jennings – Slow Rollin’ Low –1974
Waylon Jennings – It’s Sure Been Fun – 1974
Dale Watson – I Lie When I Drink – 2013
Johnny Bush – Lost Highway Saloon – 2018
Jerry Jeff Walker – That Old Beat-Up Guitar - 1999
Little Feat – Willin’ – 1970
Robert Earl Keen - Play a Train Song – 2011
Doc & Merle Watson - Wayfaring Stranger – 1992
Tom T. Hall – Old Dogs, Children & Watermelon Wine – 1972
Bobby Bare – The Cowboy & the Poet – 1975
Gary P Nunn – Adios Amigo - 2012
Texas Tornados – Guacamole - 1992

Hour Two
Johnny Paycheck – The Cocaine Train – 1979
Hank Williams, Jr. – In The Arms Of Cocaine • 1995
Hank III - Cocaine Blues – 1999
Hank III – The Only Hell My Mamma Raised – 2014
The Highwaymen – The Road Goes On Forever - 1995
David Allan Coe – Jack Daniel's, If You Please - 1978
Arron Lewis – Northern Redneck – 2016
Ray Wiley Hubbard – Snake Farm – 2006
Blaze Foley – Big Cheeseburgers and Good French Fries - 2004
Guy Clark - Texas Cookin’ – 1976
Johnny Cash – Folsom Prison Blues - 1955
The Flying Burrito Brothers – Wild Horses - 1970